Who Gets Depression?
Anyone.
What Do We Need to Know?
~Medical Aspects~
~Spiritual Aspects~
~Causes~
~Treatments~
~Finding Help~
A Biblical Look At Depression
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Depression: Can a Christian Really Experience Depression?
Depression is a disturbance of mood that interferes with daily life and normal functioning for a length of time from weeks to years. Depression is an illness that affects the total person - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Based on this definition and reading the what the Bible says: yes, Christians can-and do-experience depression.
Listen to the first message in our series
The first message in this series includes a look at Bible heroes of the faith who suffered from times of depression. They include Elijah & Jeremiah. Pastor Rob defines depression and discusses characteristics of depression. He shares the basic types of depressions and causes. Finally, he shares how important it is to admit to having feelings of depression and sharing this admission with God. God is our first source of strength and hope.
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Listen to the second message
The second message in this series looks at the physical aspects of depression. Is depression really a physical problem? Yes! What do we do? Where do we go for help? Pastor Rob provides direction for medical assistance as well as spiritual guidance for those who suffer from this real disease.
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Listen to the final message
Pastor Rob provides understanding concerning the spiritual dynamics that can affect this physical illness. We can't leave out the spiritual dimension in this real emotional and physical problem.
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