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The Power Of The First Truth
The First Truth & More
Finding freedom often means facing the parts of ourselves we've kept hidden—the messy, human parts that we fear others might judge. In recovery, this moment of honesty is captured in Step 5 of AA: admitting to God, ourselves, and another human being the exact nature of our wrongs. It’s a moment of humility that doesn’t diminish us but sets us free.
In my own journey, I discovered that letting go of pride and sharing my truth wasn’t about shame—it was about liberation. When I finally stopped hiding, I realized that freedom is not just a personal victory; it’s meant to be shared. Sometimes, the hardest step toward healing is simply admitting that we need it.
You’ve been hanging on your own kind of cross—not one made of wood and nails, but of bottles, pills, and broken promises. While you suffer silently, voices around you mock your worth. They hand you the next drink, the next high, and call it relief. But it’s not relief—it’s a slow death. Just like the crowd that mocked Jesus as He gave His life, today’s mockers gamble with yours.
But here’s the truth: You are not your addiction. You are not the shame. You are not the relapse. You are the one He saw from the cross. And the same power that raised Him from the grave is calling you to rise too.
It started with a free drink and a smile from the bartender. One happy hour turned into too many, and before I knew it, I was losing everything that mattered. Sometimes the person you trust to tell you the truth is the one who keeps you stuck — and I learned that the hard way.
Before the first hit… before the first drink… before the first lie you believed about yourself—there was truth. A truth more powerful than addiction, shame, or fear. The first truth is this: You were created on purpose, for a purpose, and no substance can erase that.
True freedom doesn’t come from hiding our flaws—it comes from embracing them with humility. The Bible teaches that confession and honesty lead to healing, but letting go of pride and admitting our wrongs can feel daunting. In recovery, Step 5 of AA calls us to face ourselves honestly, admit our mistakes, and share our truth with God and another person.
Humility isn’t about feeling small or unworthy—it’s about courageously revealing who we really are and allowing grace to reshape us. When we dare to be vulnerable, we not only find personal freedom but also inspire others to do the same. Discover how humility can transform your life and lead you into a deeper, more authentic freedom.