1. “Dealing with Depression”
Spiritual Healing
“Dealing with Depression”

2. Some things to know about Depression
It’s one of the most common mental disorders
Millions of Americans suffer from it every year
Most of us will deal with depression at some point in our lives, whether personally or someone we know

3. Some things to know about Depression
Many Bible heroes suffered from depression
The Bible is full of “case studies” – Moses, Elijah, Job, David, Jeremiah . . .
These stories were recorded to give us comfort and direction

4. Dealing with Depression
3 common responses
Most people try to deal with it on their own
Some seek help from others
Some turn to God

5. Dealing with Depression
Some traps to avoid
Social withdrawal
Rumination
Self medicating
Negative thinking

6. Spiritual Healing for Depression
Jesus sympathizes with our weaknesses – Hebrews 4:15-16
He knows what it’s like to feel depressed – Matthew 26:38
It grieves Him to see us suffer – John 11:32-37
He wants to help us overcome – Matthew 11:28-30

7. Spiritual Healing for Depression
He heals the broken hearted – Isaiah 61:1-2; Luke 4:16-21
His Word gives us hope and direction – John 10:10; 2 Timothy 3:16-17
His Spirit strengthens us – Ephesians 1:18-20; 3:16-21; Philippians 4:13
His church is here to love and support us – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
He will never leave us nor forsake us – Hebrews 13:5