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Step 4 - Help Me See What I Am Not Seeing w/ Bill K
Manage episode 435201765 series 3472168
In this episode of the Pathway to Recovery podcast, host Justin B., a recovering sex addict, discusses Step Four of the 12-step recovery program with guest Bill K. Bill shares his personal journey, exploring his struggles with sex addiction, his family’s history with alcoholism, and the impact of past traumas. He recounts his experiences working on a searching and fearless moral inventory, revealing both his weaknesses and strengths. Bill emphasizes the importance of honesty, forgiveness, and letting go of fears, illustrating how Step Four helped him uncover his sins and grace-filled moments, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of God's love and a path toward redemption. Key announcements include the virtual SAL conference and the podcast's sponsorship by Circles of Grace.
Register for the 2024 S.A. Lifeline Conference.
Learn more about our conference sponsor - Circles of Grace.
00:00 Introduction and Announcements
01:49 Introduction to Step Four
02:33 Bill K's Background and Journey
03:21 The Impact of Addiction
05:16 Facing the Past and Finding Recovery
08:00 Understanding Step Four
14:24 The Role of a Sponsor
16:02 Identifying Character Defects and Strengths
22:42 The Importance of Honesty and Vulnerability
29:44 Working Through Resentments and Fears
41:14 Addressing Harms and Making Amends
45:45 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
SA Lifeline Foundation
SAL 12 Step
Find an SAL12Step Meeting
Donate
Contact to ask questions or make comments
Transcripts
58 episodes
Manage episode 435201765 series 3472168
In this episode of the Pathway to Recovery podcast, host Justin B., a recovering sex addict, discusses Step Four of the 12-step recovery program with guest Bill K. Bill shares his personal journey, exploring his struggles with sex addiction, his family’s history with alcoholism, and the impact of past traumas. He recounts his experiences working on a searching and fearless moral inventory, revealing both his weaknesses and strengths. Bill emphasizes the importance of honesty, forgiveness, and letting go of fears, illustrating how Step Four helped him uncover his sins and grace-filled moments, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of God's love and a path toward redemption. Key announcements include the virtual SAL conference and the podcast's sponsorship by Circles of Grace.
Register for the 2024 S.A. Lifeline Conference.
Learn more about our conference sponsor - Circles of Grace.
00:00 Introduction and Announcements
01:49 Introduction to Step Four
02:33 Bill K's Background and Journey
03:21 The Impact of Addiction
05:16 Facing the Past and Finding Recovery
08:00 Understanding Step Four
14:24 The Role of a Sponsor
16:02 Identifying Character Defects and Strengths
22:42 The Importance of Honesty and Vulnerability
29:44 Working Through Resentments and Fears
41:14 Addressing Harms and Making Amends
45:45 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
SA Lifeline Foundation
SAL 12 Step
Find an SAL12Step Meeting
Donate
Contact to ask questions or make comments
Transcripts
58 episodes
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