There are many important questions we must answer during our lifetime. One such question is this: how do I see myself? Our self image can make all the difference in the world. I think most people see themselves as unloveable, not enough, ugly, or a failure. Others are more arrogant and boastful, putting forth a prideful image. Setting themselves up as being far superior to others. Most people don’t see themselves as a sinner. This image is uncomfortable for many. Even some followers of Jesus are uncomfortable with it. But it’s an important image to acknowledge. It’s the image that leads us to Jesus.

Do you find it difficult to find God? Do you question His existence? There are times when it can feel like God is far off, that He has forgotten about us and He doesn’t care about what happens to us. We are struggling through life and our future looks bleak. Our hope may even be slipping further into a pit of darkness. We think, or maybe say out loud, “God, where are you?” Our questions about God seem to go unanswered. But God has promised us that He will never leave us, or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). God is faithful and keeps His promises. So why can’t we find God? The correct answer to this question is, we can.

In Step 3 we come to a place of making an important decision about our life and recovery. It’s a decision that impacts more than the here and now. It impacts eternity. We have come to accept that we are powerless and our lives are unmanageable. We have stepped out in faith and believed there is a Power greater than ourselves that can restore us to sanity. A Power that can change the trajectory of our life. A Power so great that we can be pulled from the pit of addiction. A chain breaking Power that sets the prisoners free. No matter what chains hold you prisoner, a Power greater than yourself can set you free. That Power is Jesus. Revelation 3:20 offers an invitation to a Power far greater than any other we can tap into. “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with Me.” (Revelation 3:20). The invitation to walk out of our prison has been given. We have been invited to commune with the greatest Power there is.