The Trust God Clean House Help Others Verse Card features the famous “prescription” attributed to Dr. Bob Smith, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. In February 1937, Dr. Bob reportedly wrote these simple but powerful instructions for Bill Wilson as a reminder of the principles that guide lasting recovery.
The message reads: “Trust God. Clean House. Help Others.” These three phrases summarize many of the spiritual ideas that later became central to the Twelve Step program. For decades, members of Alcoholics Anonymous have shared this quote as a concise reminder of the program’s focus on faith, personal inventory, and service to others.
Features of the Trust God Clean House Help Others Verse Card
- Laminated for durability and long-term use
- Features Dr. Bob’s famous 1937 “prescription” for Bill Wilson
- Compact wallet-sized recovery reminder
- Popular historical AA quote often shared in meetings
- Ideal for sponsorship, meetings, and personal reflection
Why This Message Matters in Recovery
The phrase “Trust God, Clean House, Help Others” captures the spirit of early Alcoholics Anonymous. It reflects the idea that recovery involves spiritual trust, honest self-examination, and service to others. Many people in recovery carry this message as a reminder of the simple principles that support long-term sobriety.
This laminated verse card makes it easy to keep this historic recovery message close at hand. Whether kept in a wallet, recovery book, or shared with newcomers, it serves as a daily reminder of the foundational ideas behind the AA program.
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