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For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. ( John 3:16 ) Scripture is full of texts like this that show God's willingness to save us from those sins that "so easily beset us" ( Heb 12:1 ). There is no question, in my mind, as to the willingness of God.

Because of this, it seems to me that, my recovery process is largely dependent upon my willingness.

Willingness to admit that I can't do it myself.

Willingness to accept God as my Friend, Savior, and King.

Willingness to search deep within myself to find my hidden issues.

Willingness to confess what I'm really like.

Willingness to let God work in my life to mend my brokenness.

And now, Step 8 calls for my willingness to make amends to those whom I've wronged.

The question is, "Will I continue to willingly follow God's leading through this process of Sanctification?" Yes, making amends is uncomfortable. It's even scary. But, looking back now on the many times that I have willingly made amends, I can honestly say that the pain is well worth the gain. Peace always comes to me out of the turmoil of those painful experiences.

No matter how steep the path of recovery becomes, He is willing and able ( Eph 3:20 ) to keep me climbing. I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. ( Philippians 4:13 )

Jesus said, "If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals of shame on their heads.' Don't let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good." ( Romans 12:20-21 )