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A.A. Thought for the Day

Psychologists are turning to religion because just knowing
about ourselves is not enough. We need the added dynamic of
faith in a power outside of ourselves on which we can rely.
Books on psychology and psychiatric treatments are not
enough without the strength that comes from faith in God.
And clergy and rabbis are turning to psychology because
faith is an act of the mind and will. Religion must be
presented in psychological terms to some extent in order
to satisfy the modern person. Faith must be built largely
on our own psychological experience. Have I taken what I
need from both psychology and religion when I live the
A.A. way?

Meditation for the Day

Refilling with the spirit is something you need every day.
For this refilling with the spirit, you need these times of
quiet communion, away, alone, without noise, without
activity. You need this dwelling apart, this shutting
yourself away in the very secret place of your being, away
alone with your Maker. From these times of communion you
come forth with new power. This refilling is the best
preparation for effective work. When you are spiritually
filled, there is no work too hard for you.

Prayer for the Day

I pray that I may be daily refilled with the right spirit.
I pray that I may be full of the joy of true living.

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