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Originally Posted by paulokes View Post

P.25 "There was NOTHING LEFT FOR US but to pick up the simple kit of spiritual tools laid at our Feet"

At one stage I didn't know what this meant. Then I figured it meant the phone, washing the cups etc. Then I figured it meant inventory, prayer and meditation and so on. For me the meaning continues to change as I grow in understanding and effectiveness.
According to Wally P. (AA historian, author & archivist), at the time Bill W. got sober, the Oxford Group had something known as "4 Spiritual Tools";

Surrender
Sharing
Amends
Guidance
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