Bible Question: While listening to a Christian talk show, the host stated that anxiety, fear and depression, while we are told that these are mental illnesses, cannot be an illness, since mentality is not a biological function, but basically due to personal choices when not caused by physical damage or defect. I could ot get thru to the show, so can someone show me how to back this up in scripture, without going to the obvious verse in Philippians 4:6? |
Bible Answer: Dear Tim, Hello, first I'd like to say that I agree with everything that Doc has told you and most of the other advice that has ben given, I hope that it has helped you in your quest to help your friend. I'd like to add this note however. The chemical imbalances, that are found in the brains of those that are clinically depressed, abnormally fearful, bipolar, schizophrenic, etc. may be a symptom of their condition, that is, it is not known whether it is the cause, or just a symptom. In other words, (I believe) that it is possible, if not probable, that these imbalances may accrue after the person succumbs to these abnormal feelings. the bottom line, trust God and His word. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy--meditate on these things." Philippians God bless John |