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 session, Joe emphasizes the importance of finding your own experience in the book. Rather than prescribing what the Big Book says, he encourages individuals to explore its message for themselves. The idea is to have a personal revelation, one that resonates deeply and uniquely with each reader. When we experience this shared revelation, it’s something that can be felt and recognized by others on the same path.

In Alcoholics Anonymous, the power we call God is not just discussed—it’s demonstrated. This demonstration of a higher power’s presence is critical to recovery. Joe also reassures newcomers that while terms like “God” might be challenging due to past experien ...