God's Provisional Defense

For whatever arbitrary reason, the alcoholic-addict has lost the power of choice and amount once he begins to use. The power of the will becomes non-existent at certain times. Unable to recall the suffering and humiliation of the past he may find no defense based on self-knowledge or personal motivation. During these times his defense must come from a higher power.

Therefore it is important to keep our spiritual fitness in check with the help of the disciplines of steps 10 and 11 on a daily basis. This requires personal inventory on a daily basis and regular prayer and meditation.