John Ortberg applies the 12 Steps to Christians
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Dr Roland Clark2025-01-21T09:17:00
With wisdom, honesty, and relatability John Ortberg remagines Alcoholics Anonymous’s 12 Step programme as a tool for Christian discipleship. Steps breaks down what it means to surrender to God, confront sin, and build a life transformed by faith
How is Christianity like Alcoholics Anonymous?
According to John Ortberg, in twelve important ways. In Steps (Tyndale), Ortberg offers a practical and engaging guide to the “Twelve Steps” that have helped many find hope and new life after addiction.
While most AA books are aimed at alcoholics, this one is written for Christians. Without adding (or subtracting!) anything from the well-known Gospel message, Ortberg translates it into the Twelve Steps in a way that helps 21st century readers grasp Jesus’ message of salvation afresh.
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