Sadly, many people have a difficult time during the holidays. If you’re dealing with depression, whether it’s caused by devastating circumstances or is a chronic emotional struggle, this Thanksgiving may have been a sad Thanksgiving for you. Years ago, I … Continue reading →
October is National Depression Awareness Month. If you’re in a mental health crisis, dial 988 and speak to a trained counselor. This nationwide Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7
Continue reading →Spend as much time as you need reading God’s Word, talking to Him and allowing His Word to speak to your heart. Focusing on Him will help displace some of the darkness. I pray God’s presence will become bigger than the pain you’re experiencing.
Continue reading →If you’re sinking into depression or anxiety, I hope you’ll tell someone. Whether you reach out with a whisper or a loud cry, it’s my hope that you’ll find us, the church, willing to be the hands, ears and heart of Christ for you.
Continue reading →God knows we’re not equipped to shoulder anxieties, worries and concerns – our own or anybody else’s. We can cast (or throw) whatever causes us distress onto His huge shoulders. Whenever we try to do anything (including helping someone in trouble) or bear anything (including depression) in our own strength, we become physically and emotionally drained. Then, rather than experiencing a breakthrough, we end up discouraged and worse off.
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