So You're Feeling Low?

Depression is a serious thing. Many play with the word and say they are depressed when they're sad, but only those who have been in that state truly know the feeling. The thoughts of not wanting to continue life, thinking you're inadequate, the crying, the always wanting to sleep, not wanting to face the world. Depression. There are many that deal with it for reasons too many to name. Those that are happy in their lives, and life is going the way they could hope for, this post isn't for you. But for those that don't want to face the day, I tell you to remember this; Philippians 4:8, "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things." 

Though your depressed state may seem like it takes forever to get out of you must stay encouraged. During your low moments in life, read the Bible. The scriptures will tell you that the Lord our God is here for us when we need Him and that He has a plan for us that we could never imagine. So, as in Psalms 40:1-3 suggests, wait patiently on the Lord, He has heard your cry. He will lift you out of your pit and set your feet on a firm place to stand. He'll put praise in your mouth so that others will see that He is the Lord and will put their trust in Him. So, if you believe in the Lord and live a righteous life, when you need help in life, the Lord will hear you and deliver you from your troubles (Psalms 34:17). 

Just know, that the storm may endure for the night, but the joy of the Lord will come in the morning. It's not going to last. Something wonderful will happen for life when you expect it the least. Just continue to believe, continue to trust that the Lord is working in your life. Things will turn around soon. 

Dear Lord, Heavenly Father, I thank you for bringing this word to us when we truly needed it. There is nothing more powerful than having faith that you will bring us out of the darkness and onto firm ground. Lord I pray that you keep us encouraged, and lifted in your name. Your are a wonderful God and we thank you. In Jesus's precious name we pray, Amen.