The gift of understanding has allowed the simple messages
from my parents, my teachers, and my church
to take on new meaning and soundness.
With the gift of serenity, I am ready and willing
to accept what God permits to happen to me;
with the gift of courage,
to take action to change the things I can
for the good of myself and others.
The gift of wisdom has been given to me
so that in personal relationships I may act intelligently
and with love or, as it has also been expressed,
with competence and compassion.
What have I been given today?
Am I willing to reach out and grasp it?
G I F T S = Getting It From The Steps.
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