Old 06-17-2011, 07:52 PM
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Dano1975
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Do you have to believe in God to be in AA?

I am 5 days sober right now. This is my 3rd attempt at sobriety and this time it has to work or I will lose my family, I want it more than I ever have and am very confident I can do it this time. I plan on attending some AA meetings to help me in my recovery. I've never been to AA but I've been listening to podcasts of speakers at meetings and their stories of recovery and the common theme is always "nothing is possible without God's help". Problem is; I don't believe in God and am not interested in any religion based recovery program. If that is pushed on me I will run screaming. I have no problems with other's beliefs and I know that faith has helped many people live a fulfilling sober life. But it's just not for me. Is it still possible for me to work the program?
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