L.G. Parkhurst, Jr.
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The First Step and the Serenity Prayer
“We admitted we were powerless to overcome our weaknesses—that our lives had become unmanageable.” —The First Stepnn“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” —The Serenity Prayernn“Those who oppose him he must gently instruct, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that th
March 14, 2007
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Finding the Power Greater Than Ourselves
Thoughts for Growing through Prayer Steps to SerenitynnCame to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. â The Second StepnnâBut I will restore you to health and heal your wounds.â declares the LORD, âbecause you are called an outcast.â â Jeremiah 30:17nnIn the Second Step to Serenity, Day 8, in my book "Prayer Steps to Serenity," I wrote, âI joyfully believed and affirmed that a Power greater than myself could substantially heal my
November 16, 2004
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The Second Step to Serenity
The Second Step to Serenity: Meditation for Day 8nnExcerpted from "Prayer Steps to Serenity: The Twelve Step Journey"nnBy L.G. Parkhurst, Jr.nn "Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity."âThe Second Stepnn "Because Jesus himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted."âHebrews 2:18nnnWhat strong, encouraging words I find in the Second Step: believe, power, and restore. Until I first believe, I wil
September 3, 2004
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Serenity Groups
"Begin your own inclusive 12 Steps Serenity Groups for people suffering from any addiction, affliction, compulsion, or dependency using the free guides and handouts for small groups. Not designed to take the place of any specialized recovery program, participants facing a variety of problems can meet together and remain anonymous regarding the obstacles they face."
September 23, 2007
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Prayer Steps to Serenity
Free 12 Steps and Serenity Prayer Guides and Handouts that support the book _Prayer Steps to Serenity_ and Serenity Groups. The handouts help small groups meet and walk The Twelve Step Journey in _Prayer Steps to Serenity_
September 23, 2007