Alcoholics don’t need a reason to drink. We’re alcoholic – we drink for no reason. Our developed nature is to use alcohol to change our feelings, whether they are good or bad feelings.
Alcohol brings us comfort – followed by Hell.
The scary part for us is that, unlike normal people, once we start we cannot stop. The progression over time eventually takes on a life of its own. We often don’t see it coming. We need alcohol to function.
However, once I stopped, staying stopped is the challenge. I need to approach each day differently.
That’s where a reliance upon God comes in. Until I turn to God for help, I am doomed to a life of suffering.
One day at a time. One moment at a time. Each day the same way.
God, please help me to be ok today. Thank You. Amen.