SPONSOR - Boy, do I have a lot of catching up to do, but as many of you know, my Dad passed away in December after being hospitalized since August. So, the end of the year really tested how I lean on my CR family and Christ, my Higher Power, to give me strength. It's a new year, a new day, and I'm READY!! Bear with me as I attempt to bring you 4 lessons :).
We last talked about our Moral Inventory with Principle 4, "Openly examine and confess my faults to God, and to someone I trust." Matthew 5:8. Who is that "someone I trust"? Hopefully, during the meeting time and fellowship time you have seen someone who has shown their walk matches their talk. Someone you would like to have that type of faith they show. Someone who has been there and has victory through Jesus! That's a Sponsor, or an Accountability Partner. Someone you can share your insights with bravely and boldly. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 tells us, "Two are better off than one, because together they can work more effectively. If one of them falls down, the other can help him up. But if someone is alone..., there is no one to help him...Two men can resist an attack that would defeat one man alone."
Be respectful of them, they are there to help you. Come prepared with your participant guide filled out and ready to go over with them. They have given up their time and if you are not prepared, it is not a good reflection. Listen to their suggestions, they've been there. Don't be defensive, but be open. This way you both will have a great experience in your relationship.
Don't be offended if you ask someone to be your Sponsor or Accountability Partner, and they say "No". They may already Sponsor someone or they may not feel ready yet. Keep asking people you admire. You'll find one!
Note to potential Sponsors: The goal is once you have completed the 12-steps is that you then help someone through theirs. You both benefit from the steps. Remember, you can do all things through Christ Who strengthens you!! Phil. 4:13
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