The Christian Roots of AA
AA's founders were shaped by the Oxford Group — a Christian discipleship movement. The 12 Steps borrow directly from confession, repentance, restitution, and evangelism.
Where AA and Christianity Differ
Modern AA is intentionally non-sectarian. "Higher Power as you understand Him" leaves the identity of God open. For a Christian, that identity is not open — it is Jesus Christ, crucified and risen. That's not a small footnote.
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Call 267-581-7918Christian Alternatives That Keep the Best of AA
- Celebrate Recovery — a Christ-centered 12-Step ministry present in thousands of churches
- Christian 12-Step groups tied to local churches
- The Life Recovery program
Should a Christian Attend Regular AA?
Many faithful Christians do. It can be a lifeline. But it should not be a substitute for corporate worship, a home church, or explicitly Christian discipleship. Both/and — not either/or.
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