When You Think Your Life Isn’t Worth Living
Suicide is a tough topic. Its complexity brings me to my knees as I, someone who has attempted several times to take my own life, want desperately to deliver the right message to you.
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When Our Self Esteem Is In Trouble
Self-esteem is a fragile thing, especially when we don’t base it on what God’s Word says about us. In the past, I based my self-worth on what I did (or didn’t) accomplish or what others thought of me. My relentless need to be loved and accepted drove me to unhealthy relationships, which left emotional scars.
Continue reading →Freedom from Depression Is Possible … Even For You
Life became more and more overwhelming. Despite my years of emotional turmoil and suicide attempts, however, God never gave up on me – hopelessly depressed, loser me.
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(October is National Depression Education and 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 →Growing Spiritually at Red Lights
I’m convinced that had it not been for the direction, strength, joy and peace God’s Word provided, I wouldn’t be sitting at my laptop today. Instead, I’d likely still be in a mental health facility – or may have committed suicide.
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