A Teen's Daily Struggle: Loneliness
Every teen goes through various internal struggles every day. This is the start of a series meant to encourage and uplift teens, no matter what they are going through.
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Depression
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Olubunmi Mabel
Postpartum Depression: Your Questions Answered - Olubunmi Mabel
Disclaimer: The post is developed in partnership with BetterHelp. Welcoming a new baby into the world can be an emotional experience filled with feelings of happiness, elation, and excitement. However, overwhelming feelings like fear, sadness, and shock may also be present. While becoming a new mother or a father can be a rewarding experience, it …
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Kathleen Orenza
New Year, new me: Finding happiness beyond anxiety and depression
In this new year, we often find ourselves seeking a fresh start, a chance to let go of the old and embrace a new beginning. As we step into this season of change, it is the perfect time to address a common challenge many of us face: the struggle with...
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HannahThe only way churches can help members find healing from depression and anxiety
In a video produced by The Gospel Coalition, Pastor and author Paul Tripp engages in a meaningful conversation with David Powlison, a TGC Council member and the executive director of the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF). Together, they delve into practical insights into how a church can effectively support...
3 min readGeoff Waugh
Eternity – Arthur Stace
Arthur Stace & Eternity Share good news – Share this page freely. Copy and share this link on your media, eg Facebook, Instagram, Emails: 1. Eternity – Arthur Stace 2. Eternity –…
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Anxiety disorder is the monster under your bed
As a child, you were familiar with the bedtime tale of the monster lurking beneath your bed. It is a tale that sent shivers down your spine. It had you seeking refuge in the comforting presence of your parents when darkness fell. Yet, as an adult, you have realized this...
3 min read - Hannah
What if God's love does not affect you? How you can find healing from anxiety
In a recent testimony shared on Teaching Humble Hearts, Elaine, a devout Christian, boldly declared, "Fear was my foe." Perhaps, at some point, you have sensed that familiar grip of fear too—whether it be the anxiety about the future, the unease of impending changes, or the shadow of mortality. Yet,...
3 min read - Hannah
Is depression wrong or does it have value?
Do you ever feel sad or down from time to time? Most of us do. It is normal. Life throws curveballs, and sometimes, it gets tricky. Seasonal blues hit everyone – the winter gloom, the gloomy days. But for some, it is more than occasional. It is a daily struggle,...
4 min read - Kathleen Orenza
Love and resilience: A couple's journey through depression and finding strength together
Sitting here, deep in thought, I find myself enveloped by Lisa and Josh Canning's powerful story. It's more than a tale but a lesson about deep love, resilience, and understanding. Their open, heartfelt conversation about dealing with depression and anxiety touches something profound inside and lingers in my thoughts.Five years...
3 min read - Kathleen Orenza
Why body shaming is more than just words
I remember the first time someone made fun of my body like it was yesterday. It was just a couple of words tossed out during a school lunch, but they hit me like a ton of bricks. That was my welcome party to the world of body shaming, and trust...
7 min read Sheryl H. Boldt
Are You A Secretly Depressed Christian?
For almost 30 years, I struggled with clinical depression and suicidal thoughts. For 26 of those years, I was a born-again, Bible-believing Christian.Which means, off and on, for 26 years, I was what many would consider a spiritual oxymoron – a suicidal Christian.Are you a Christian who thinks about suicide?...
3 min readMelanie Redd
Building a Comprehensive Depression Assessment
With increasing rates in pediatric depression, assessment is critical. Learn how to build a Comprehensive Depression Assessment.
4 min readLauren Sparks
Seasonal Depression in July
Most people talk about seasonal depression in the winter. When the days are shorter and the sun is often hidden in the sky. In some parts of the world, it gets too cold to be outside for more than a few minutes, creating a sense of isolation. In Texas, it has been way too hot […]
6 min readJoseph Antonio Liao
How to ask for help with depression as a Christian man
Knowing how to ask for help with depression is crucial for our well-being.Depression is a severe mental health condition affecting millions worldwide, regardless of their religious beliefs.The World Health Organization reports, "Approximately 280 million people worldwide have depression. Depression is about 50% more common among women than among men. More...
7 min readJepryll Torremoro
Why am I feeling down
Have you ever asked yourself why you are feeling so down? Have you ever asked yourself what is bothering you? With everything we have to do and face each day, we might feel depressed or exhausted. Even Christians could not escape depression, not even the greatest followers of God in...
6 min read- Kathleen Orenza
How to ask for help with depression from your Christian brethren
Have you wondered how to ask for help with depression? You cannot do that when you are suffering from depression. You might tend to hide your feelings and keep them inside. If you’re struggling with depression, it can be challenging to reach out for help. However, as a Christian, it’s important to remember that you’re
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Helpful ways to find God's peace, hope amidst grief
When the world has almost recovered from the pain of the COVID-19 pandemic, people who have lost their loved ones are still wondering how they could find peace and hope amidst their grief. Can they ever be happy again with God’s peace and hope? There is no actual time frame for healing when it comes
7 min readHeather Creekmore
What to Do When You’re Depressed About Body Size: Grieving Your Ideal Body
Grieving the lost dream of a “better” body that would “fix” everything, loss of youth, or loss of a body size you once had is a normal and healthy process.
2 min readCole Feix
The Puritans and Spiritual Dryness: Recap
This three-part series titled “The Puritans and Spiritual Dryness” has attempted to explore how the Puritans battled spiritual dryness/depression. The first article, “Hope in God and His Word,” explored the necessity and authority of Scripture in the Christian life. Puritans especially were known for their high esteem for Scripture. We can learn much from them in our modern-day context of mega-churches and a “light and easy” Christian message. The second article, “The Sinfulness of Sin,” focu…
2 min readChip Tudor
How Elijah The Prophet Overcame Depression
How Elijah the prophet overcame depression is a story told 1 Kings 19. It teaches three approaches for us to consider.
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