Accountability ... what exactly does that mean?
Scripture tells us, "Two are better than one"
An accountability partner would be likened to someone you go to the gym with. A sponsor is likened to having a personal weight / exercise trainer.
Accountability Partners Guideslines:
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Pray for each other
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Are at a similar place in their recovery journey
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Attend meetings together (usually in the same location, but not necessary)
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Actively participate in the step workbook lessons
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Call each other daily (or as routinely agreed)
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Hold each other accountable with a verbal checking in
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Encourage each others program
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Help motivate each other
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Usually includes 2 to 3 or even 4 people - it's about a network of strong
masculine relationships where we all are pulling for one another
The Format for Daily Calls Follows the Four A's:
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ACCOUNTABILITY: each man gives an honest account of your progress in purity and other virtues you are developing as well as your commitment fulfillment from the previous week – or since last call; if you had a great day, please share what you felt helped you most, so we can learn from one another
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ACTION: report on how you are doing with your resolution / a positive commitment
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ADMONISH: short charitable challenge, used sparingly, regarding the sharing / commitment
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AFFIRM: affirming a brother for progress, a job well done or something specific that inspired you; it is important we receive and accept affirmation for what we do well;