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The original 12 step program was Alcoholics Anonymous. It was founded with the intent of people trusting God as their higher power to bring about sobriety in the peoples lives. Today, that higher power can be whatever you want it to be.
The problem with 12 step programs (as I see it) is that they are designed for failure. If an individual fails at step 7, they just back up and repeat steps 5 and 6 while hoping to be able to get past step 7.
Another problem is that they depend on a dedicated "sponsor" to encourage you if you are tempted to fall back out of sobriety. Psalm 118:8 says 8 It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.".
I believe in a one step program; Nail it to the cross and walk away!
John