Depression can be extremely difficult to deal with, much less overcome. Yet, as Christians, it is important to understand we have overcome all things through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
We do not have to bear the burden of depression alone. Instead, we ask Christ into our life, ask Him to relieve us from our depression and troubles. It may take some time, but He will help us through it.
God Heals Our Depression
God Saves Us From Our Depression
Psalms 34:17-18
17 The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.18 The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
God is always there for those who love Him. Sometimes our patients will be tried due to this cold world, but through prayer and our faith in God, He will see us through our depression and troubles in life.
Not only does God stand for those who love Him, “the LORD is against them that do evil”, (Psalms 34:16). “If God be for us, who can be against us”, (Romans 8:31)?
God Will Lift Our Heads
Psalms 3:3
But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
God is a shield of defense against a world filled with pain and suffering. In verse 6 David says, he “will not be afraid of ten thousands of people” who stand against him.
David knows our Heavenly Father is there for Him. We may have to endure, but never ever think God has left your side.
God Has Thoughts Of Peace Toward Us
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
Over and over we are reminded in the Bible that we must endure. While God is always with us, that does not mean we never hit speed bumps in life. When you feel depressed or down, remember the book of James which tells us, when our faith is tried, it builds our endurance and steadfastness in God, (James 1:2-4).
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God Strengthens The Depressed
God Will Renew Our Strength
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
This verse ties right into the last. When we become depressed, God will be there to renew our strength. Think about the depth of this verse. When we have put everything we have into God and life, He will be there to renew and energize our soul when we need it the most.
Christ Will Strengthen Us
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
We cannot do it alone my friends. We can, and should try our best, and then ask Christ to help lift our weary spirits. He will be there for us, that is a promise from God.
Our Depression And Weaknesses Will Make Us Stronger
2 Corinthians 12:10
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
While it may be hard to recognize the treasure in this verse when you are going through a difficult time. It is those difficult times that build and define what kind of person we are, and what kind of person we will become. Through persecutions, depression and other troubles of life, it builds our character, faith, trust and hope in God.
God Is Always With Us
God Is With Us Wherever We Go
Joshua 1:9
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
If we love God and follow His Word, He is with us no matter where we go in life. Whether we are in a dark cave or a lonely place in our mind. God can free us from the physical, spiritual and mental pain we suffer from. God can wipe away your depression, but it takes you as well. You must document your faith in God by keeping Him in prayer and asking Him to heal you.
God Will Not Fail You
Deuteronomy 31:8
And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
God is not only with us, He leads the way when we invite Him into our life. It takes effort on our part. We have to pray, asking Him for direction and comfort for our weary souls. Then He will be there to relieve our pain.
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Bible Verses About Depression
Romans 8:26Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. |
Psalm 9:9The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. |
Psalm 23:4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. |
Psalm 30:5For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. |
Psalm 30:11Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness. |
Psalm 32:10Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the Lord, mercy shall compass him about. |
Romans 8:28And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. |
Psalm 37:23-2423 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. |
Psalm 40:1-31 I waited patiently for the Lord; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. 2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. 3 And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the Lord. |
Psalm 42:11Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God. |
Proverbs 3:5-65 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. |
Isaiah 41:10Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. |
Matthew 6:33But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. |
Matthew 11:28Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. |
John 10:10The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. |
John 16:33These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. |
Romans 8:38-3938 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come. 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. |
Romans 12:2And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. |
1 Corinthians 10:13There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. |
2 Corinthians 1:3-43 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort. 4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. |
Philippians 4:6-86 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. |
2 Timothy 1:7For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. |
1 Peter 4:12-1312 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you. 13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy. |
1 Peter 5:6-76 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. |
Revelation 21:4And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. |