No one can truly understand the depth of someone elses suffering, or the reasons that could drive a soul to such desperation. Only God knows the extent of pain which might bring a person to the point of suicide. Those who suffer from depression cant just snap out of it as encouraged by those around them. Being depressed or despondent isnt merely a sign of spiritual weakness and should not be treated as such. There is science and research that proves that many mental health issues are a sickness just like cancer or MS. Ive been in the preaching ministry for 20 years. Pastoring for 16 years. Ive preached sometimes more than 165 times a year and many of the messages I have preached where someone told me youre message brought me such hope, have come one the heels of a week where i battled depression. Ive never told anyone, until now, that I have battled depression. Not to the depths that some have. But there are weeks, where it is a real battle. Ive never considered suicide. My burden is light compared to most. I even look at my life, my wife, my kids, my church, my Christ and say to myself what is wrong with you, you have it made. And thats still not enough sometimes. I read my bible and it doesnt always go away, I pray, it doesnt always go away. But I continue on. Im not asking for pity, Im not asking for a Bible lesson from anyone on rejoice always and again I say rejoice. I know what the Book says. The Book is right. Ive learned it is a combination of different tools that God uses to pull me out of my funks. God has been kind and tender towards me. He knows what I need and when I need it. I seek Him, I long for Him, to know Him. and he shows up. I dont know the answer (other than grace) to why He pulls me through and others continue down their long dark spiral. I hope if youre struggling you will reach out to someone. Dont be ashamed. You are not spiritually less than anyone in your Christian circle.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 23:37:13 +0000
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