The Lord isn’t slow to keep his promise, as some think of slowness, but he is patient toward you, not wanting anyone to perish but all to change their hearts and lives.2 Peter 3:9 (CEB) Depression brings a barrage of self-beating. The negative thoughts of “Why can’t I just…” or “I should…” In those times …
You who spend your days shrouded in darkness can now say, “We have seen a brilliant Light.” And those who live in the dark shadow land of death can now say, “The Dawning Light arises on us.”Matthew 4:16 (TPT) “Shrouded in darkness” is a great visual of the feeling of depression. But when I “see” …
Give generously and generous gifts will be given back to you, shaken down to make room for more. Abundant gifts will pour out upon you with such an overflowing measure that it will run over the top! The measurement of your generosity becomes the measurement of your return.”Luke 6:38 (TPT) Take, take, take. One of …
Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.Deuteronomy 31:6 (ESV) I’m one of those people who fear new things. If I venture into new territory, it will most likely be with …
If you hear My voice and abide in My word, you are truly My disciples; you will know the truth, and that truth will give you freedom.John 8:31-32 (VOICE) There is a quote I’ve recently been introduced to by Esther Hicks: “Worrying is using your imagination to create something you don’t want.” When I am …
So let us step boldly to the throne of grace, where we can find mercy and grace to help when we need it most.Hebrews 4:16 (VOICE) When my own efforts fail to bring relief from wallowing in the pit of depression I often find myself hoping God will fix me. But maybe it’s not so …
And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.Isaiah 58:11 (ESV) Even in the scorched places he is with me. He guides me out of the dry …
I have never called you ‘servants,’ because a master doesn’t confide in his servants, and servants don’t always understand what the master is doing. But I call you my most intimate and cherished friends, for I reveal to you everything that I’ve heard from my Father.John 15:15 (TPT) With depression and anxiety, I am often …
Throughout the coming ages we will be the visible display of the infinite riches of his grace and kindness, which was showered upon us in Jesus Christ.Ephesians 2:7 (TPT) Sometimes I just need a hug. Lord Jesus,Thank you for the gift of your grace.For your kindness toward me.You never kick me when I’m down,Instead you …
Know this: my God will also fill every need you have according to His glorious riches in Jesus the Anointed, our Liberating King.Philippians 4:19 (VOICE) Worrying about not having enough money is a trap that can trigger my anxiety. Yet, on the other hand, retail therapy will lift my mood. Left up to me, I …
The Far Reaches of Grace 