On 5/23/2022 2:59 PM, tedw wrote:
> On Monday, May 23, 2022 tedw wrote:
>> On Monday, May 23, 2022 Skeezix LaRocca wrote:
>>> On 5/23/22 16:57, tedw wrote:
>>>> On Monday, May 23, 2022 Socrates wrote:
>>>>> On 5/23/2022 1:40 PM, tedw wrote:
>>>>>> On Monday, May 23, 2022 Socrates wrote:
>>>>>>> On 5/23/2022 1:06 PM, tedw wrote:
>>>>>>>> I think it would be better if AA members merely responded to all statements
>>>>>>>> about alcoholism with:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> 1) The Big Book says it. I believe it. That settles it. or
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> 2) Alcoholism is a disease. That's settled.
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> I have seen some respond this way. And it is at least honest to the extent
>>>>>>>> they are forthright about where they are at.
>>>>>>> Kind of like the way most Christians respond to the Bible. At least the
>>>>>>> Big Book isn't based on myth.
>>>>>> You have proof the Bible is a myth of course?
>>>>> Evidence galore for those interested in facts and history, (that lets
>>>>> you out).
>>>> Darn, I was hoping for some evidence.
>>> Now Ted, that is usually my response to you.
>> I can give you evidence but you have to try what I say.
> The first thing you need to do with all sincerity is to ask God to reveal himself
> to you. Is that so hard to do?
If I get silly, gullible and desperate, I think I'll opt for the
feminine. The Goddess Durga (2nd Century BC to 3rd century AD) would
work but I wouldn't try to convert a bunch of former alcoholics who had
found their own higher power, I'd respect them and keep it private.