1.  Step Six says we were entirely ready to have God remove these defects of character.  Connie talked about how her need to control people, and even God, was hard to let go of.  Do you know what your defects of character are?  If not, are you willing to find out by working a thorough 4th step inventory?

2.  Sometimes we like our defects of character because we feel that they at one time “worked” for us, perhaps helping to get us through life.  Tell about any fear you might have about letting God have complete control of removing your defects.

3.  How can you cooperate with God who is willing to remove your defects of character the moment you are ready?  Tell some ways.

4.  How is your faith today?  Talk about your trust or mistrust of allowing God complete reign and rule of your life.

5.  Are you ready to have God remove ALL your defects of character?  Why or why not?

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Series: Choose Recovery

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1.  Step Six says we were entirely ready to have God remove these defects of character.  Connie talked about how her need to control people, and even God, was hard to let go of.  Do you know what your defects of character are?  If not, are you willing to find out by working a thorough 4th step inventory?

2.  Sometimes we like our defects of character because we feel that they at one time “worked” for us, perhaps helping to get us through life.  Tell about any fear you might have about letting God have complete control of removing your defects.

3.  How can you cooperate with God who is willing to remove your defects of character the moment you are ready?  Tell some ways.

4.  How is your faith today?  Talk about your trust or mistrust of allowing God complete reign and rule of your life.

5.  Are you ready to have God remove ALL your defects of character?  Why or why not?

August 4, 2017

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