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DAY 25: DEPRESSED

Do you feel yourself losing hope, interest, or pleasure in life? Are you finding it hard to care for yourself? Maybe you’re feeling like it’s hard to get out of bed while also not being able to fully rest. Depression affects every part of our being and can look different person to person. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression, it is crucial that you seek professional help.

I wish I could hold your hand while I say this to you. God sees you. He cares for you deeply. He wants to heal you from the inside out. Your life has great value both to Him and the people around you. You are wanted, loved, and He’s holding you now, even if you can’t feel it.

You are not alone in this battle. Many other great believers who have gone before you have also struggled with depression. King David, a man after God’s own heart, cries out saying, “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.” (Psalm 42:11, NIV)

As you seek proper care, declare over yourself as many times as you need: My hope is in the Lord, I will praise Him through this storm. Call on Him, seek His face, He will give you strength. This will not last forever, a breakthrough is coming, with God’s help you will make it through.