FaceThyFear: Spiritual Condition – Fellowship vs. False Bonds

Every day, I get reminders of why staying spiritually connected is so important. One of the biggest influences in my recovery has been Mr. 7, someone I met in rehab when he was five years sober. Now, he’s seven years sober and still making an impact—not just on me, but on countless others.

I’ve always respected this man. I watched him help so many people when I was at my lowest, and he’s still doing it today. He sends me motivational and spiritual messages all the time, and every time I read them, I feel that spark of faith reignite.

Today, I’m sharing something Mr. 7 sent me because it speaks to one of the biggest truths of sobriety—the difference between real fellowship and false fellowship.

A.A. Thought for the Day – February 4

“Treating others to drinks gave us a kind of satisfaction. We liked to say, ‘Have a drink on me.’ But we were not really doing the other people a favor. We were only helping them to get drunk, especially if they happened to be alcoholic.”

“In A.A., we really try to help other alcoholics. We build them up instead of tearing them down. Drinking created a sort of fellowship. But it really was a false fellowship, because it was based on selfishness. We used our drinking companions for our own pleasure. In A.A., we have real fellowship, based on unselfishness and a desire to help each other. And we make real friends, not fair-weather friends.”

“With sobriety, have I got everything that drinking’s got, without the headaches?”

Reflection: Real Friends vs. Party Friends

This passage hits home. When I was drinking, I told myself I had a strong circle. But the reality? Most of those friendships were shallow. We bonded over chaos, not care. We built connections on shared destruction, not shared growth.

Real fellowship—the kind that recovery brings—is different. It’s not about just having people around to pass the time. It’s about building each other up, holding each other accountable, and standing beside one another in the hardest moments. I’ve seen the difference firsthand.

False fellowship disappears when the fun stops. Real fellowship shows up when things get tough.

Meditation for the Day

“I know that God cannot teach anyone who is trusting in a crutch. I will throw away the crutch of alcohol and walk in God’s power and spirit. God’s power will so invigorate me that I shall indeed walk on to victory. There is never any limit to God’s power. I will go step by step, one day at a time. God’s will shall be revealed to me as I go forward.”

This meditation speaks to the heart of what recovery is. Alcohol was my crutch, my false escape. But as long as I leaned on that, I couldn’t lean on God. Letting go of that crutch was terrifying—but it was the best decision I ever made. Because once I did, I realized that real strength doesn’t come from numbing out. It comes from faith, from surrender, and from the courage to move forward, even when it’s hard.

Prayer for the Day

“I pray that I may have more and more dependence on God. I pray that I may throw away my alcoholic crutch and let God’s power take its place.”

For me, this isn’t just a prayer—it’s a way of life now. Every day, I choose to lean on God instead of my old ways. Some days are easier than others. Some days I still struggle. But I know that as long as I keep walking forward, step by step, God will continue to reveal the path.

Closing Thoughts: Mr. 7 & the Spiritual Section

This message from Mr. 7 reminded me why I need to stay spiritually connected. It’s easy to get caught up in life and forget how much faith truly holds everything together. That’s why I want Mr. 7 to be a part of this section of FaceThyFear.

He’s been a light in my journey, and I know his words can reach others too. This is just the beginning. More of Mr. 7’s messages will be shared here, alongside my own reflections, so that anyone who needs them can find strength and encouragement.

If you’re reading this and you’re struggling, just know you’re not alone. The hardest heart can become a fountain. The driest desert can bloom. Stay open. Keep fighting. Let grace work.

FaceThyFear: From Darkness to Light.

What’s Next?

I want this space to grow. If you have spiritual readings, prayers, or experiences that have helped you, drop them in the comments or message me. Let’s build this fellowship together.

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