" DEPRESSION "

Good morning to you all , how have you been feeling? Here we are at mid-month of the new year and I for one have heard one word so much that it has truly caused me some concern for some of you on a spiritual level. We sometimes allow the world and the circumstances of life to beat us down. I know because I've been beaten down once or twice before in my life. But I've learned that when I take Christ out of the equation it's very hard to get up, to respond to the bell for the next round. Just as long as we live there's always another round coming up.

This time of year just after the holidays is when most of our population starts to take stock in life, re-evaluate and retrospection. Many things in life can catapult us into low spirits which signals that we're in a Spirit Battle for our lives. Have you felt beaten down by life's situations, or just facing over-whelming odds? It's very important for you to know that God is never overawed by the size of the enemy or the complexity of a problem. With God their is always the right scenario, and there are always enough resources to resist the pressures and win life's battles.

When you are facing a difficult situation that is beyond your control, always ask yourself, " What steps can I take now to work toward a solution? " It's my prayer that you're looking to Jesus for your direction to the solution needed.

Depression is becoming one of the most common emotional ailments in man. I believe that one counter agent for depression is to meditate on the annals of God's goodness to his people. As we reflect on the Word of God, this will take our mind off the present situation and give hope that it will improve. When you feel depressed, take advantage of the Psalms as they can be your antidepressant. The Word of God will focus your thoughts on the Father's ability to help you rather than on your inability to help yourself. Do your own homework, read and meditate on the Bible's accounts of God's goodness, and muse it's contents.

I believe that most of us, when we think of a person who is going through depression, believe that something unfortunately has happened. Severe depression often follows great achievements, so don't be surprised if you feel drained after a personal victory. During wound able times , avoid the temptation to think that God owes you for your efforts.

Always know that it was His strength that gave you victory. Concentrate on God and the things of God when you believe that you have no way to turn. Forget about yourself and concentrate on Him.

Until next time,

Jim