Step 7 of Narcotics Anonymous
By Terry
After we get prepared for the elimination of our character
defects, we now humbly ask the God of our understanding to remove our
shortcomings. Through the process of Step 7, true positive alteration will
advance us to a new realm, full of tranquility, peace of mind, and an
increased sense of purpose and fulfillment. For us to humbly ask God to
remove our deficiencies, we ought to be unpretentious and compliant.
Anticipate only the best to unfold as God begins to work miracles in our
lives. It is imperative that we fully trust that God will lead us to the
peace that we seek. This will be an ongoing process that will harvest
loads of rewards in our lives.
The imperfections of our past and present no longer have to tear us down.
As we obediently follow in the direction that is shown to us, we will
flourish, and gain the necessary knowledge to ascend above the blunders
that haunted us. In order for Step 7 to reap its many rewards, it will be
essential for us to do our part in the positive change development. Our
Higher Power will fill us with positive motivation to continuously move
forward in our recovery. We should courageously take a step determinedly
forward, devoid of reservation or distrust, and follow in the direction
that is shown to us. We learn to utilize the many Spiritual Principles
accessible to us as we transform and mould into the beings we were
destined to be. Positive change will be noticeable while undertaking Step
7, and you will be guided and shown the way to the freedom that serenity
produces.
As we rely and entrust our will to God, the restrictions and limitations
that we possess will dissipate into oblivion. We will become proficient in
replacing our shortcomings with Spiritual remedies, such as faith,
acceptance, courage, vigilance, and staying power. While we preserve an
unwavering and strong faith that out Higher Power will deliver us from the
inadequacies of our past, we become filled with a newfound strength of
character. We strive for greatness on our path, and we refuse to permit
trepidation or weakness to restrain our personal growth, and spiritual
advancement.
When we obtain self-discipline and open-mindedness during the ongoing
process of Step 7, we acquire awareness and understanding, and we begin to
see a new, inspiring Light to guide our way. Our broken spirits become
re-energized as the path is laid before us. Our defects of character
become removed as time goes by. We become inspired to follow in the
direction that God leads us. God makes us aware of our weaknesses and
inadequacies, and begins to give us the tools we need to help prevail over
them. The qualities that we had lacked for completeness become revealed.
We acquire a new sense of purpose that motivates us toward uprightness.
As we abide by the Spiritual Principles of NA, we become aware of the
destructive and chaotic ways and behaviors of our past. Always uphold a
positive frame of mind, which will help us to continuously travel down the
path of positive change, personal enrichment, and spiritual growth. We
continue to follow by the suggestions of the program as we undergo this
positive change process. Our Higher Power only wishes the best for us, and
we should accept nothing less.
We should acknowledge and ask God to remove all of our character defects
and deficiencies. The moral inventory from Step 4 is now set forth in
humility, as we ask God to remove our shortcomings. After we have
completed Step 6, we are now entirely ready for this unpretentious act.
God will see our desire to abide in genuineness and completeness, and will
therefore work His miracles in our lives. Our eyes will open to life’s
wonders, and we will finally be capable of acquiring the fulfillment and
serenity that we’ve been searching for. That never-ending, empty void that
we tried to fill in our active addiction becomes overflowing with the new,
loving influence of God in our lives.
Recovery is a lifelong process because no one obtains absolute
faultlessness. So the process of Step 7 should be worked throughout our
lives. When we become geared up to start Step 8, then we will know, and
we’ll commence a process of forgiveness that will heal our past wounds. At
this point in our recovery, we are really headed in the direction of
peace, fulfillment, spiritual enlightenment, and personal freedom. We can
sit back and say, “Right on.” We become appreciative to this proven
program, and for all the improvements that have occurred thus far in our
recovery. Take pleasure in the countless rewards of working Step 7, you
will be extremely thankful that you did. Thank you, my name is Terry, and
I am an addict.
If you
have any questions on recovery, or the N.A. program, then you can contact
me by
Clicking Here. Thank
you for allowing me to be of service. My name is Terry, and I am an
addict.
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