Daily Reflections: I Don’t Run the Show

One of the hardest truths I had to accept in recovery is that I cannot control everything. Before surrendering to God, I lived under the illusion that I was in charge, trying to direct every part of my life, only to find myself stuck in a cycle of frustration, failure, and pain. It was exhausting, trying to play God, when I didn’t even have the strength to face myself.

The line from Alcoholics Anonymous, “God is everything or else He is nothing,” hits home every time I read it. For so long, I believed I could quit drinking on my own. I thought sheer willpower or distractions could save me. But my self-imposed crisis became impossible to escape, and I had to make a choice: continue spiraling or let go and let God.

I’ve chosen God. Today, I know I’m not running the show, and I’m grateful for that. When I get caught up in self—whether it’s pride, fear, or the need for control—I remind myself that I’m blocking God’s presence in my life. It’s only when I surrender and ask for guidance that I find peace.

Recovery taught me that growth along spiritual lines isn’t about perfection; it’s about willingness. Each day, I pray for the humility to let God take the lead, trusting that He will guide me if I remain open. Quitting drinking was impossible on my own, but with God and A.A., it became possible.

It’s a simple thought for someone like me, a complicated alcoholic, but it’s life-changing. God is everything—and today, that’s more than enough.

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