Originally Posted by
Paulie 
I was told in early recovery that God is not forgiving, He doesnt have to be because he never condemns us.
Condemns us = punishes us? Well, as they say,
God as we understand him. I am not a Christian, but what about the Lord's prayer?
...Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us An addict not only trespasses against members of his own family, he also trespasses against God. Why should the addict make amends to his family and seek their forgiveness, yet he doesn't have to make amends to God?
Originally Posted by
Paulie I needed to hear that when I got here.
I am not so sure that that is what you needed to hear, but I can understand that is what people want to hear.
Peace