God's Help In Overcoming Depression
Tuesday May 8, 2018
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)
It is normal to feel disappointed and even frustrated when hopes and dreams are unfulfilled and life doesn’t go the way we planned. Memories 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, ending in despair.
When we feel low we do not have to withdraw and believe there is no solution in sight or no source of comfort and strength to draw on. Rather, we can allow these feelings to draw us close to God’s heart and let Him embrace us, comfort us, strengthen us, and help us get through the challenging times.
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)
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 God we will experience joy as surely as a dark night becomes day by the light of the dawn.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I confess that things in my life are not as I would have them be. Forgive me for my impatience and for wanting my circumstances to be changed this instant. Help me to follow You in all my ways, so that the fruit of Your Spirit is shown in my life. Thank You that I am never alone for You promise never to leave nor forsake me. I am forever grateful that You care. Amen
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