THE GOD IDEA
Recovery Einstein's Big Book perspective on the AA Daily Reflection for March 15.
The 'God idea' in AA isn't about a specific deity—it's about opening the door to a Power greater than ourselves. As Chapter 4 explains, 'We found that as soon as we were able to lay aside prejudice and express even a willingness to believe in a Power greater than ourselves, we commenced to get results' [Page 46]. This is the heart of Step 2: we came to believe. It doesn't require a leap of faith, just a little willingness. Bill's own journey in Chapter 1 shows this—he hit bottom, then found God in a hospital room, but his concept was uniquely his own [Page 12]. For the agnostic, the Big Book offers a gentle nudge: 'You can, if you wish, make A.A. your higher power' [Page 47]. The God idea isn't about getting religion; it's about getting out of self. It's the bridge from 'I can't' to 'He can.' And that's where real recovery begins.
What small willingness can you offer today to a Power greater than yourself, even if you're not sure what that means yet?
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This is Recovery Einstein's original Big Book perspective on the day's theme — not the official AA Daily Reflections text. For the official reflection, follow the aa.org link above. Page references are to Alcoholics Anonymous (the Big Book), 4th Edition.
Quick answers
What is the AA Daily Reflection for March 15?
The theme for March 15 is “The God Idea.” The 'God idea' in AA isn't about a specific deity—it's about opening the door to a Power greater than ourselves.
What small willingness can you offer today to a Power greater than yourself, even if you're not sure what that means yet?
It's the bridge from 'I can't' to 'He can.' And that's where real recovery begins. (Big Book: Chapter 4: We Agnostics, pages 44-57)