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Category Archives: Depression and Anxiety

It is my prayer that all of us will feel comfortable to discuss our struggles with depression and/or anxiety with each other. Remember, you are not alone – and you’re not a “weak Christian” if this is an issue for you.
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Do you know someone who is spiraling downward?

Today Can Be Different Posted on January 11, 2019 by SherylJanuary 11, 2019

What would happen if we sincerely prayed and – as God leads – got involved when we see signs that someone is spiraling downward? How might our churches and communities benefit if we show God’s mercy to those caught in the consequences of their bad or sinful choices?

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Posted in Addictive Behavior (Including Eating Disorders), Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk), Depression and Anxiety | Tagged compassion, dishonesty, generous, greed, hate, judgement, love, Luke 19:1, Luke 19:2, Luke 19:3, Luke 19:4, Luke 19:5, Luke 19:6, Luke 19:7, Luke 19:8, Luke 19:9, respect, sincere, spiraling downward, Zacchaeus

To my mother, who struggled with depression

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 8, 2018 by SherylDecember 27, 2018

Mom, I won’t pretend you were a perfect mother, but I know that you loved me as perfectly as you could. We both wish you had taught me how to cook, keep house and mix and match my clothes, but … Continue reading →

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk), Depression and Anxiety | Tagged 1 Peter 5:7, anxiety, forgiveness, mother's day, motherhood, struggling with depression, to my mother

We Don’t Have To Pretend That We’re Not Scared

Today Can Be Different Posted on June 1, 2017 by SherylJune 1, 2017

Fear and anxiety are natural responses during a crisis or a stressful challenge. Even for strong, Bible-believing Christians. Indeed, it would be unnatural to not be afraid when your spouse is talking about leaving, when you’re about to be interviewed … Continue reading →

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If You’re Depressed or Suicidal …

Today Can Be Different Posted on March 9, 2017 by SherylMarch 9, 2017
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After many suicidal attempts due to chronic depression, I’m thankful to be alive. Indeed, without God’s constant intervention, I wouldn’t be writing to you today. Yet as an adult, even though I knew Jesus as my Savior and spent lots … Continue reading →

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A Letter to my Mother, who Struggled with Depression

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 4, 2016 by SherylJune 28, 2016
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Mom, I won’t pretend or try to flatter you by saying you were a perfect mother. But you loved me as perfectly as you could. I know you wish you had taught me how to cook, keep house, or even … Continue reading →

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My name is Sheryl H. Boldt. I’ve been married to my loving husband Bert B. Boldt, II, since 2006. He and I each have four children and four grand­children. Besides writing for my blogs, I also work for Wave 94 in northern Florida and contribute to several newspapers and publications. From personal experience, I am a strong believer in the power of God to redeem me — and my life!

 

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