BASIC PRAYER & SIMPLE MEDITATION (A Steps 10 & 11 Discussion). This episode discusses the importance of prayer and meditation in recovery. The hosts emphasize the need for spirituality and the role it plays in maintaining long-term sobriety. They highlight the simplicity of prayer and meditation and how it can bring peace and freedom. The conversation also touches on the concept of obedience leading to freedom and the importance of practicing principles in all areas of life. In this conversation, Monty and Roger discuss the importance of obedience and communication with God. They share personal stories and insights on how to maintain a close relationship with God through prayer and meditation. They emphasize the need to fill our minds with positive and holy thoughts, and to appreciate the beauty of God's creation. The conversation concludes with prayers for surrender and the removal of character defects. Closing Song: You Make Everything Beautiful, Rebecca St. James & For King & Country. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

TERMINAL UNIQUENESS. A short Montyman's Meditorial. Have you ever felt like you were the odd man out, or that you would never fit in? Do you feel that you just can't measure up and will never move past your character defects and inappropriate behaviors? This Meditorial is for you. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

STEP 4 – WHAT’S ALL THE FEAR ABOUT?  In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast, Tom, Roger, and The Montyman discuss the Fourth Step of the 12-step program. They emphasize the importance of understanding the purpose and process of the Fourth Step, debunking common misconceptions. They share personal experiences of how the fourth step helped them gain freedom, joy, and a renewed mind. The hosts also highlight the need for sponsors to guide sponsees through the Fourth Step and encourage them to rely on a higher power for character defects removal. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the nature of fear and the importance of focusing on the truth rather than false evidence. They emphasize the need to understand the root causes of our behaviors and to address them in a thorough inventory. They also highlight the power of surrendering to a higher power and the transformation that can come from following the 12 Steps. The hosts encourage listeners to challenge their fears and to dream big, knowing that they have the support and guidance of a higher power. Closing Song: Get a Bigger Pan by Karen Taylor-Good. #stepfour #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

COUPLES IN RECOVERY # 2 / MIKE & NICOLE. Some say “Never date someone in the Twelve Step fellowship”, but this week’s guest are a clear example that God brings people together regardless of our opinions. Join the Montyman as he welcomes these two incredible examples of how God works in and through recovery to save, deliver and recover what once was lost. Closing Song: You Are More by Tenth Avenue North. #aa #na #celebraterecovery #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook

THIS MATTER OF HONESTY. Walking Through the Language of the Heart, Episode #70. Join Chris S. and the Monty’man as they take you through a journey into the Grapevine Writings of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder, Bill W. You will grow to appreciate Bill’s foresight and wisdom and the love he had for the fellowship, the insight he had into its possible pitfalls and his heart to keep its focus on its primary purpose. A new episode each Friday until the series completion. #aa #na #celebraterecovery #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook

SELF-ACCEPTANCE A Montyman’s Meditorial facing one of the biggest challenges we face every day, acceptance. Self-Acceptance is a specific flavor of acceptance and it’s a tough job. Self-Acceptance reaches far beyond our addictions. Closing Song: Things Are Going to Change by Bryan Duncan. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

DEEP DIVE into STEP THREE. In this episode of the Came to Believe Recovery podcast, the hosts and guests discuss Step Three of the 12-step program. They explore the concept of turning one's will and life over to the care of God as they understood Him. They emphasize the importance of complete surrender and the ongoing process of growth and understanding. The conversation touches on the challenges faced by people of faith and the need for action to align with beliefs. The hosts share personal experiences and insights into the transformative power of Step Three. In this conversation, The Monty man, Alicea M, and Roger M McDiarmid discuss the importance of surrendering to a higher power in recovery. They share personal stories and insights about how surrendering and relying on God's power can lead to transformation and a deeper relationship with Him. They also emphasize the need to follow directions and trust in God's plan, rather than relying on our own efforts. The conversation highlights the significance of step three in the recovery process and the ongoing commitment to living a life of service to God and others. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

A PIONEER OF RECOVERY MUSIC, Michael Purington. The Montyman interviews one of the great pioneers of Twelve Step Music in the recovery genre. Hear Michael’s story of how he began the journey into the recovery music community and his experience, strength, and hope. This interview is from 2008 and the Best of Take 12 Recovery Radio. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

HUMILITY FOR TODAY. Walking Through the Language of the Heart, Episode #69. Join Chris S. and the Monty’man as they take you through a journey into the Grapevine Writings of Alcoholics Anonymous Cofounder, Bill W. You will grow to appreciate Bill’s foresight and wisdom and the love he had for the fellowship, the insight he had into its possible pitfalls and his heart to keep its focus on its primary purpose. A new episode each Friday until the series completion. #aa #na #celebraterecovery #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #traditions #addiction #bigbook

THE PROMISES OF THE BIG BOOK. So often we hear “The Promises” read in meetings. Most of the time these are the Promises that come true as a result of working through the amends process of Step Nine. But what about other promises found in the Big Book? Let’s look at just a few that are mentioned in other areas of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Closing Song: On a Night Like This by Barry Jay. #promises #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps  #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

SHAME, Chasing the Monsters Away. Monty welcomes Pastor & Author Dennis McGuire back to Take 12 Radio to talk about his new book on the topic of defeating shame and condemnation. We all have things we are ashamed of, but is shame interfering with our life as to keep us from who God wants us to be? How does shame interfere with our recovery? Closing Song: Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music by Larry Norman. #shame #shamefull #higherpower #god #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook