Victory Over Depression (2)

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.  (Psalm 23:4 NIV)

Depression is defined in part as, "a hollow; being in a low state; a state of sadness; dejection."  What do we do about depression when we find ourselves feeling dejected and sad?

Everyone experiences times of frustration and distress when life doesn’t go according to the way we planned.  When hopes and dreams are unfulfilled it is normal to feel disappointment.  Memories and all sorts of things may make us feel sad but, for our own well-being, we must not STAY sad. If we do, Satan will take advantage of the open door and push his way into our lives so our sadness becomes discouragement, then disillusionment, then depression, then we end up in despair. 

God knows that we will experience periods of difficulty from time to time and, in His tenderness and kindness, He invites us to turn to the light of His love.  As we draw near to Him, we will experience joy as surely as a dark night becomes day by the light of the dawn. 

Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning……The people who walk in darkness will see a great light.  For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.  (Psalm 30:5b; Isaiah 9:2 NLT)

Loving Heavenly Father, I come to you today feeling dejected and sad.  You know the reasons for my sadness. You are a man of sorrows and understand my grief.   You do not condemn me for being sad.  Instead, you are compassionate and understanding and are filling me with the endurance and strength I need for today.   You are the friend who stays close with comfort and help in my time of need.  I ask you to draw me close to your heart and fill me with your peace which passes even my understanding.  I choose to rely on you today.  Thank you for caring.  Amen

Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.  (Isaiah 49:13 NIV)

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