12 Scriptures For 12 Steps . . .
Step 1 — Powerlessness:
Psalm 18:6
“In my distress I called upon the Lord… He heard my voice.”
Step 2 — Belief:
Hebrews 11:6
“He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”
Step 3 — Surrender:
Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart… and He will make your paths straight.”
Step 4 — Inventory:
Psalm 139:23–24
“Search me, O God… and lead me in the way everlasting.”
Step 5 — Confession:
James 5:16
“Confess your sins to one another… that you may be healed.”
Step 6 — Readiness:
Ezekiel 36:26
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you.”
Step 7 — Humility:
Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God.”
Step 8 — Willingness:
Romans 12:18
“As far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Step 9 — Amends:
Matthew 5:23–24
“First be reconciled to your brother.” (NKJV)
Step 10 — Daily Inventory:
1 Corinthians 10:12
“So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!
Step 11 — Prayer & Meditation
Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
Step 12 — Service
Matthew 5:14–16
“You are the light of the world . . . let your light shine before others.”
