The Courage to change the things I can: These words give me confidence, because I know that I do have the power to change some things with the help of my Higher Power. What I lack is the Courage sometimes. But God will meet this need of mine too!

God wants to give me the Courage to change the things I can. I can stop any compulsive or destructive behaviors, with God's help. If I do not have the courage to stop, God will give me the courage. If I do not have the power to stop, God will give me the power. If I do not have the courage or power to say, "No!", God will give me the courage and power if I ask Him.

God is my Higher Power and also the Highest Power. Since there is no other power higher than God, I know that through God I can have the courage and power to change what I need to change in my life. Surely, knowing these things will give me peace today. Remembering these things will give me peace tomorrow!

Today, and everyday, I will pray from my heart: "God, grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the Courage to change the things I can, and the Wisdom to know the difference."