Faith Quote by Joe C
““Faith is a curious liberty in Twelve Step groups, considering how much latitude we are given. If you have an outrageous Higher Power concept you might get some laughs but you won’t get picketed by evangelists. For some of us, Faith in a Higher Power is intuitive. It is felt so strongly it doesn’t have to be articulated to be believed. Some of us don’t need a creator to explain the unknown; the universe is fascinating enough. Just coming to a second meeting was an extreme leap of Faith for any of us. The program looked like quackery but we hoped something would rub off and relieve our temptation to relapse. We may have attended the first meeting out of morbid curiosity or as part of a negotiation to get the heat off. But coming back—that takes Faith.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Twelve Step Program Memoirs, 2020
Faith in recovery groups is a personal, intuitive trust that persists despite doubts and external judgment.
In simple terms: Faith is personal trust in recovery.
Key Takeaway
Embrace trust even when uncertain.
Themes
recovery
faith
trust
community
risk
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- first meeting
- relapse prevention
- group support
- personal growth
Key Concepts
spirituality
psychology
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does faith look like for you in recovery?
- How can you nurture trust when doubts arise?
A Different Perspective
Faith may be challenged by skepticism or relapse triggers.
