depression

blueiverson,

I can speak from personal experience, and I know exactly where you're at. Let me state several things...

1) Yes, a Christain can certainly be depressed
2) Yes, people who do not understand the depths of depression do not fully understand how hopeless you can feel
3) There IS something wrong with you...you're depressed! Nothing to be ashamed of, but remember one thing...God NEVER wants us to be depressed, and it IS curable. It can be a long, hard road, but you must decide that you are going to put your feet on that road.
4) When in the worst moments, remember this: 1 Corinthians 10: "No temptation has seized you except what is common to man (others have gone through the same pain before you). And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
5) and this...John 16:33, where Jesus says; "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble (the world has been wounded from sin). But take heart (hope is there for those who ask)! I have overcome the world (and who may stand against God)."

Do not despair. Although some may not understand your pain, God does. God is the one who can heal you. I would suggest that you find Christian counselers in your church and/or area. Do not be afraid of what others may think...we are talking about YOUR life here, not theirs. As well, do not listen when the devil whispers "there is something wrong with you". Many Christians have cried tears of pain before you, many will after. However, the devil does not want you to know that your tribulations are curable. Ignore him. He is wrong, after all, when has he been truthful?

Cheers & God Bless!

» KnightCross «

For some people, the closest you get to a "cure" is to take medication; it can be like diabetes, once you've got it, you need treatment. It's not that big a deal.

In many cases depression can also be a genetic factor....!! My brother and I have to take medications to even out the intenstities of depression while the root problems are worked out....!! This has been the case with family members before us too. In my case it is a combination of genetics and past decisions. Depression is a reality for millions of people christian or non christian. Having Christ to lead your path gives hope and meaning to life which in turn lessons the intensity of deppressive feelings.