Bible Question: Is there any scripture for dealing with depression? |
Bible Answer: Greetings Puppytoes! You ask, "Is there any scripture for dealing with depression?" Yes! We all sin and make mistakes - even the righteous - see Ecclesiastes 7:20. But God comforts the depressed - the Bible even says so - "But God, who comforts the depressed, comforted us by the coming of Titus;" (2 Corinthians 7:6, NASB). "He sent from on high, He took me; He drew me out of many waters." (2 Sam. 22:17) Psalm 34:18 "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." And if we hope against hope, like Abraham (Romans 4:18-22), we will grow strong in our faith, giving glory to God. And no matter what you did, God loves you and will forgive you - "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9) Prayer and leading a Godly example will help repair many relationships. Blessings to you, Makarios |