January 8th: Living the Miracle

January 8th: Reflection for the day

Today is the day for which I asked and for which I have been given strength. That in itself is a miracle. The fact that I am alive is the great miracle from which all other miracles will flow, providing I continue to do the things that have brought me this far in my new life.

Am I grateful that I have been given this day?

Today I Pray

May God’s goodness and mercy follow me all the days of my life. May I never cease to wonder at the greatest miracle in my life—that I am alive, here, on this green earth, and growing healthier with the life-preserving tools I have been given. Since God has chosen to give me life and to preserve my life, even through the dangers of my gambling addiction, may I always continue to listen for His plan for me. May I always believe in miracles.

Today I Will Remember

My life is a miracle.

My thoughts:

When I think about my journey in recovery, it’s impossible not to see the miracle in it. There were so many moments in my gambling days when I felt trapped, hopeless, and convinced I wouldn’t make it through. Yet here I am—alive, present, and growing stronger every day.

The miracle isn’t just in surviving; it’s in the transformation. It’s in the realization that I’ve been given the tools, the support, and the strength to create a life worth living. Every day I stay on this path is a testament to the power of recovery, and for that, I’m endlessly grateful.

Gratitude has become my anchor. When I focus on what I have rather than what I lost, I can see how far I’ve come. I no longer need to chase fleeting highs or hollow victories. The true miracle is right here, in the simplicity of living a life I never thought was possible.