“I am not arguing over this man Truth-seeker, I am having a provocative and civil discussion about him, and it is worthwhile because there are millions of people who go to hear his lectures and teachings, about the Bible. Is challenging me on the validity of this a good use of your time?”
Sure it is. I reached 24 years sober yesterday. I was helped immensely by AA, and their concepts of spirituality. Jung is a part of that.
So when I speak with troubled newcomers, thanks to Jung and the AA attitude on “higher power,” I have a better chance to reach him.
It is real world practical “works” not philosophical debate.
Congratulations Truth-seeker on being sober and clean for so long. I am seriously happy for you. I didn’t know Jung was part of what they teach at AA. I wouldn’t want to try to build a spirituality on Jung, nor would I be evangelizing for him,. As you say, when you were desperate and seeking a lifeline, AA was there, and all that is involved in it....it was preferable than being in bondage to drink, but that doesn’t even mean it is of ultimate truth. One day we will all be brought up before the throne of God in judgment and his standard is perfect righteousness. Only Jesus can answer God for us and save our souls, not Bill Wilson, AA or Jung.