The Books Early AAs Read for Spiritual Growth

The Books Early AAs Read for Spiritual Growth
Author: Dick B.
Publisher: Good Book Publishing Company
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1998
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 9781885803269

The most exhaustive bibliography (with brief summaries) of all the books known to have been read and recommended for spiritual growth by early AAs in Akron and on the East Coast.

Why Early A.A. Succeeded

Why Early A.A. Succeeded
Author: Dick B.
Publisher: Good Book Publishing Company
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2001
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781885803313

Early AAs founded their pioneer program on basic ideas from the Bible. What did they study? What did they learn? How did they approach the possible biblical subjects? There are historical answers, and this book provides them. More important, how can someone in A.A. or a 12 Step program study the Bible in the way the pioneers did and achieve the same 75% to 93% documented success rates among seemingly hopeless medically incurable alcoholics who went to any lengths to establish their relationship and fellowship with God. This book shows you how to do it today!

Therefore I Have Hope

Therefore I Have Hope
Author: Cameron Cole
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2018-07-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433558807

"Throughout the journey of my worst nightmare—my descent into a dark, sad valley—the Holy Spirit would remind me of truths that comforted my soul and sustained my life." After the sudden death of their three-year-old son, Cameron Cole and his wife found themselves clinging to Christ through twelve key theological truths—truths that became their lifeline in the midst of unthinkable grief. Weaving together their own story of tragic loss and abiding faith, Cole explores these twelve life-giving truths to offer hope and comfort to those in the midst of tragedy.

The James Club and the Original A. A. Programs Absolute Essentials

The James Club and the Original A. A. Programs Absolute Essentials
Author: Dick B
Publisher: First Edition Design Pub.
Total Pages: 139
Release: 2011-07-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1937520099

Early Akron AAs wanted "The James Club" to be the name of their fellowship. The Bible's Book of James was their favorite; they also studied it, Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, and 1 Corinthians 13. These three Bible segments were considered "absolutely essential" to their program. This book takes each verse in James, the Sermon, and 1 Cor 13, and shows the influence of such verses on A.A. language.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous
Author: Bill W.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2014-09-04
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0698176936

A 75th anniversary e-book version of the most important and practical self-help book ever written, Alcoholics Anonymous. Here is a special deluxe edition of a book that has changed millions of lives and launched the modern recovery movement: Alcoholics Anonymous. This edition not only reproduces the original 1939 text of Alcoholics Anonymous, but as a special bonus features the complete 1941 Saturday Evening Post article “Alcoholics Anonymous” by journalist Jack Alexander, which, at the time, did as much as the book itself to introduce millions of seekers to AA’s program. Alcoholics Anonymous has touched and transformed myriad lives, and finally appears in a volume that honors its posterity and impact.

The Good Book and The Big Book

The Good Book and The Big Book
Author: Dick B
Publisher: First Edition Design Pub.
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2011-08-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1937520080

The Good Book and the Big Book: A.A.'s Roots in the Bible is the most popular of Dick B.'s 42 titles. It traces the precise A.A. Big Book and 12 Step language that came from the Bible. Christians and AAs alike acclaim this title's thorough review of early A.A. sources showing the Bible's role in A.A.'s recovery ideas. This book demonstrates how God helps alcoholics recover if they want His help.

The Oxford Group and Alcohols Anonymous

The Oxford Group and Alcohols Anonymous
Author: Dick B
Publisher: First Edition Design Pub.
Total Pages: 135
Release: 2011-09-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1937520145

The definitive work on Frank Buchman's Oxford Group and its links to Alcoholics Anonymous in New York and Akron. The 28 spiritual Oxford Group principles that impacted on A.A. are, for the first time, laid out for all to compare with A.A.

Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry

Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry
Author: Cameron Cole
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2016-02-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433546981

Youth ministry is an essential part of most evangelical churches. And yet, there is a surprising lack of resources written specifically for youth workers focused on viewing all aspects of youth ministry through a gospel-focused lens. Featuring contributions from a host of experienced youth workers from a wide variety of churches, this how-to manual offers guidance related to every facet of youth ministry, from planning short-term mission trips to working with parents. Theologically rooted yet eminently practical, this handbook will equip youth leaders to effectively shepherd the young people under their care—training them to live faithfully in their homes, churches, and schools.

Good Morning!

Good Morning!
Author: Dick B.
Publisher: Good Book Publishing Company
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1998
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 9781885803221

Dick B. is a writer, historian, Bible student, retired attorney, and recovered AA who has devoted 18 years of his life to digging out and publicizing the real biblical roots of the early A.A. fellowship. In early AA, Quiet Time was a must. God's guidance was a must. And the A.A. pioneers followed the rules of the Bible in pursuing fellowship with their Creator. Dick has published 33 titles on the history subject.