TRUSTED SERVANTS
Recovery Einstein's Big Book perspective on the AA Daily Reflection for March 29.
The phrase 'trusted servants' reminds us that in AA, leadership is not about authority but about humility and service. The Big Book says, 'Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern' [Page 564]. This echoes the spiritual principle that we are channels for a Higher Power, not bosses. When we carry the message to the still-suffering alcoholic, we become servants of God's will, not our own egos. As Chapter 7 teaches, 'Practical experience shows that nothing will so much insure immunity from drinking as intensive work with other alcoholics' [Page 89]. Being a trusted servant means recognizing that our recovery is maintained through giving away what we have received. It's a humble role, but a vital one—without servants, there is no fellowship.
In what areas of your life are you acting as a trusted servant, and where might your ego be creeping in, trying to govern instead of serve?
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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 29?
The theme for March 29 is “Trusted Servants.” The phrase 'trusted servants' reminds us that in AA, leadership is not about authority but about humility and service.
In what areas of your life are you acting as a trusted servant, and where might your ego be creeping in, trying to govern instead of serve?
It's a humble role, but a vital one—without servants, there is no fellowship. (Big Book: Chapter 7 (Working With Others), pages 89-103; Traditions, pages 563-564)