Two Truths to Remember When You’re Battling Depression

When we’re battling depression, it can be easy to isolate ourselves. But church is a place we can go when we don’t have it all together. This week, we’re learning how to fight depression from a spiritual perspective. Don’t miss this hope-filled message!

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Sometimes, we’re facing battles that no one else can see. Maybe it’s trying to move forward after loss or uneasiness about the future. What do we do when we don’t understand what we’re feeling and hope seems far away? In our new series, Peace of Mind, we’ll learn how to fight our mental battles and find peace.

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Let’s Talk About Depression - 00:00
Proverbs 12.25 - 03:52
Two Truths to Remember When You’re Battling Depression - 05:08
Four Root Causes of Depression - 06:24
Depression Doesn’t Discriminate - 09:32
He Was Depressed - 12:02
Your Emotions are Valid - 14:13
Name Your Feelings - 16:49
Our Emotions Are Temporary - 20:06
There is Always Hope - 22:21
I Need Help - 26:13
Preach to Yourself - 30:45

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[life.church]

What's something that brings you hope?

[Trabar]

I was in darkness for 42 1/2 years. I tell people I was born depressed. I attempted suicide multiple times starting at the age of 10. They all failed. I did not know Jesus. But I am a living testimony that the moment I met Jesus, He took away that depression. He brought me out of that darkness. He killed those demons that had me in chains. I have been living in the light of life since April 2020. ☮️💜🕊

[ngoc]

My husband was abused physically and had cancer as a child, when i met him he stuttered so bad he could barely state his name. Today he speaks clearly, is cancer free, and a great father to both our children. The victory belongs to Jesus!!

[April-uunt]

Please pray for me. I lost everything. I had to file bankruptcy and now my son and I are living in my car during this cold winter. Please keep us in your prayers. God give us strength to get through this challenging time. 🙏

[binodrayamajhi]

I'm impressed with these two lines
" Your emotions are valid" But they're not permanent🥰
"Your situation feels hopeless"But with God there is always hope🥰🥰

[BP-jhrv]

More churches need to speak about this. It’s very very real and tests us to our absolute core

[DontUSeeMee]

I pray for everyone that is going through Depression. This is my encouragement to you because I lived in it. There is hope in Jesus Christ. God is willing and able to heal you, it may be in a moment or it may be in a journey but he will give you the strength no matter what. He will lead you to the people and things you need. Keep running to him in your times of darkness and don’t you quit.

[nathanm]

I went to my church this morning very depressed, my friends aren't helping because they never battled it. Saw this in my notifications and it has helped a lot!

[filipinaescala]

I was suicidal for such a long time but when I truly understand the words of God my depression went away.I listen to motivational talk like this everyday so I can go on with my life.God is really good 😊

[annamariealvarado]

I’ve been battling depression for over 30 years, this is a very accurate teaching 🙏🏼 I walk in victory every day, not because of my strength but because I get to open His treasure of NEW MERCIES every morning 🙏🏼💥

[tiffanyscariati]

When depressed, nothing. No matter how hard I try, nothing brings hope because nothing feels real or true except that fact I am worthless, sad, pathetic, hurt, failing my family, and shameful that I am like this. I know God is bigger & has better for me & even when I no longer want to live a song comes on the radio speaking exactly what I imagine He might be saying to keep my going. Yet my mind says I am alone. Abandoned. So full of a roller coaster of emotions that I wish my mind could just be still & quiet, even an hour. All I can say is Help. Please God help me. I am begging you God to carry me through this because I cannot do it on my own. I give it up to him. All prayers appreciated

[TPositivevibes]

It caught up to me, my ego and pride made me keep everything inside. Made me bitter/angry, always felt I had a black cloud over me. My mind was in complete negative evil. I pushed everyone away, cost me a lot. I finally hit rock bottom, I couldn’t get out of bed or leave my house. My relationship was hanging on by a thread, I blame myself for that. I wasn’t a good person. I did something I never did one night, I felt down and cried. Like I’ve never done. I prayed for everything, I vowed to never hurt anyone again. I had a lot of shame and guilt. He heard me, I was scared to death. Remember religion wasn’t in my life. I just woke up, I started to pay attention to things happening around me and in my life. Not coincidences anymore. Had things just started happening to me, friend sent me a Bible. Long story short I’ve been broken down mentally and I’m being rebuilt. Pray daily, in fact constantly “talk to myself” thought I was losing it. Best conversation ever. I was talking to god. Journal a lot, started the gym and I was anti gym. Church every Sunday, and I’m studying the Bible! I’m so intrigued by learning now, I wear my emotions on my sleeve now. Cry a lot, guess maybe it’s still shame I have. I continue to ask for forgiveness and honesty I don’t think I deserve it. I’m gaining more and more strength everyday, we can’t give up. I had no foundation in my life. I have that now and I’m practicing my gratitude everyday. Thankful. I feel for you all, I feel for humanity period. I know so many hurt inside, and mask it on outside. I was there. People need people. We have to communicate and I can’t stop now. My history is long, and I’m sure many on here is as well. It’s been a blessing for me to find life church Albany. I’ve been faithful every Sunday since Easter of 2022. It’s saved my life. ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼

[eslierod]

Depression is in my home. But with God there is hope.

[sharondraper]

First, I’m thankful I found your ministry. I have full blown depression, which started at 4 and now I’m 74.
I would like to have a few years or whatever God has for me to see what it would be like to be “normal” I do pray always for hope. At least I’m closer to heaven, there I will be celebrating!
Praise God 😊

[brendaferguson]

This is a topic people don't take serious. If you have family, friend, or coworker struggling pray for them. Uplift them you could be a light that could save them. Don't talk, and bring them down, or make them feel like what they are suffering isn't real. God keep our hearts, and minds....renew us each day. ✝️

[cathy]

I went through a deep depression for over 2yrs I thought it would never end,
I had some suicidal thoughts, but didn't
try it. I felt trapped but I still stayed in
Church and a Bible study. I praise God
for rescuing me from the deep pit I wad
in

[iAnnie]

Yes, Jesus. I'm surrendering my life to you during my deepest and darkest moments of depression. Amen. 💜🙏

[joyceanderson]

I lay my depression on the altar for you. Thank you Jesus! There is hope.

[gretchenritchie]

I’ve struggled with depression, especially since going through certain life circumstances. And I am still battling it. I really appreciate this message. Thank you for acknowledging depression without adding shame. I’m grateful for this month focusing on mental health. Thank you

[tbmtyit]

Even if it’s day by day or hour by hour. His word and my faith in him will get me through the darkness ahead. Amen