Join Joe McDonald as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 3 AA session, Joe introduces Chapter 5 of the Big Book, famously read at many AA meetings to outline “How It Works.” This chapter details the suggested manner of living for those who seek recovery, and it sets the foundation for the crucial third step: making the decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of a higher power.

Joe explains that this decision is not just a casual choice, but a deep commitment in 12-step recovery. He walks through the third step instruction, showing how the act of surrendering control is a vital part of achieving spiritual growth and lasting sobriety. The third step opens the door to a new way of living, free f ...