Accountability

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:

Pray for each other
Are at a similar place in their recovery journey
Attend meetings together (usually in the same location, but not necessary)
Actively participate in the step workbook lessons
Call each other daily (or as routinely agreed)
Hold each other accountable with a verbal checking in
Encourage each others program
Help motivate each other
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:

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

ACTION: report on how you are doing with your resolution / a positive commitment

ADMONISH: short charitable challenge, used sparingly, regarding the sharing / commitment

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;