Hello brothers and sisters. I am so down. I am a new Christian but something feels like I don't want this path. I am severely depressed and I feel ashamed. Any thoughts. I feel like I have died. Why can't I be happy in this new life? Is my flesh so strong? Help.
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You are certainly not alone. This forum is supportive and you are welcome to share anytime. Being depressed and a Christian is the pits. But faith and feelings are two different things.
If your moods persist I suggest seeking medical help. You may have other medical issues causing depression but for many it is a chemical imbalance in the brain. Meds made a big difference for me when I was diagnosed in 1987.
There's no textbook cure; everyone's chemistry is different. Sometimes it takes trying different meds to find one that works for you. You may be helped with counseling or a combination of counseling and meds.
Prayer is essential. Be brutally honest with God; He can take it. He also knows how you struggle. You have no reason to be ashamed. Depression is a disease like a heart problem or diabetes. I would caution you, though, about speaking openly about it in a church setting because some Christians see depression as a result of hidden sins, demonic interference or just plain lack of faith. While these things are possible, it's usually a sign of ignorance on their part and it can really hurt. I have been attacked myself. Just make sure they are compassionate and trustworthy before you share your struggles.
Do NOT give in; do NOT give up. Having the Lord in your life is critical. As I stated, you have a lot of company here. I have gotten close to many regular posters.
I found a website that helps me a great deal. It's called Brokenbelievers.com. A short daily blog written by a former pastor with severe depression issues. The man is brutally honest and doesn't pull punches. Plenty of Scripture references to encourage you as well. Please check it out.
Please don't quit whatever you do. I think most of us here sometimes despair or flat out get angry with God. That's OK. I just came out of a week long funk. Don't beat yourself up. Press in to our Lord. Depression is a cross we bear and I know for me it keeps me quite humble; I CAN'T beat this on my own.
You'll have days on this forum where you find that YOU are the strong one ministering to others.
I'll be praying for you.
You are certainly not alone. This forum is supportive and you are welcome to share anytime. Being depressed and a Christian is the pits. But faith and feelings are two different things.
If your moods persist I suggest seeking medical help. You may have other medical issues causing depression but for many it is a chemical imbalance in the brain. Meds made a big difference for me when I was diagnosed in 1987.
There's no textbook cure; everyone's chemistry is different. Sometimes it takes trying different meds to find one that works for you. You may be helped with counseling or a combination of counseling and meds.
Prayer is essential. Be brutally honest with God; He can take it. He also knows how you struggle. You have no reason to be ashamed. Depression is a disease like a heart problem or diabetes. I would caution you, though, about speaking openly about it in a church setting because some Christians see depression as a result of hidden sins, demonic interference or just plain lack of faith. While these things are possible, it's usually a sign of ignorance on their part and it can really hurt. I have been attacked myself. Just make sure they are compassionate and trustworthy before you share your struggles.
Do NOT give in; do NOT give up. Having the Lord in your life is critical. As I stated, you have a lot of company here. I have gotten close to many regular posters.
I found a website that helps me a great deal. It's called Brokenbelievers.com. A short daily blog written by a former pastor with severe depression issues. The man is brutally honest and doesn't pull punches. Plenty of Scripture references to encourage you as well. Please check it out.
Please don't quit whatever you do. I think most of us here sometimes despair or flat out get angry with God. That's OK. I just came out of a week long funk. Don't beat yourself up. Press in to our Lord. Depression is a cross we bear and I know for me it keeps me quite humble; I CAN'T beat this on my own.
You'll have days on this forum where you find that YOU are the strong one ministering to others.
I'll be praying for you.
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Hi OP.
You are a new Christian suffering from depression. It takes a while for most new Christian's to adjust but it can take even longer for those of us with mental health issues. That's ok! You don't have to have all the answers straight away. Everyone's Christian walk is different and we all go through times of hardship. Just keep on persevering and God will bring you through it.
You are not alone in your struggle.
I'm a relatively new Christian too (since February 2014) and I am still learning, still adjusting. I have anxiety and Scrupulosity (religious OCD) and it drove me to the point of nearly having a breakdown last year. God has brought me through it though. He's strengthened me and he has been like my only friend at times.
I talked to him during the worst times of my illness when no one else was listening to me. Keep talking to him. Keep praying. Listen to uplifting Christian music. I personally love most of Hillsong's stuff. Cornerstone was my go to song when I felt sad and helpless.
Finally, this forum is an excellent place to read testimonies of others who have been through similar things.
There are lots of others on here who suffer from my form of OCD and it helps to know that I'm not alone with this and to be able to share my story hopefully to help others.
You are a new Christian suffering from depression. It takes a while for most new Christian's to adjust but it can take even longer for those of us with mental health issues. That's ok! You don't have to have all the answers straight away. Everyone's Christian walk is different and we all go through times of hardship. Just keep on persevering and God will bring you through it.
You are not alone in your struggle.
I'm a relatively new Christian too (since February 2014) and I am still learning, still adjusting. I have anxiety and Scrupulosity (religious OCD) and it drove me to the point of nearly having a breakdown last year. God has brought me through it though. He's strengthened me and he has been like my only friend at times.
I talked to him during the worst times of my illness when no one else was listening to me. Keep talking to him. Keep praying. Listen to uplifting Christian music. I personally love most of Hillsong's stuff. Cornerstone was my go to song when I felt sad and helpless.
Finally, this forum is an excellent place to read testimonies of others who have been through similar things.
There are lots of others on here who suffer from my form of OCD and it helps to know that I'm not alone with this and to be able to share my story hopefully to help others.
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Hi. There is nothing to be ashamed of with having depression. So many suffer from it so you are not alone. Try as hard as you can to make your thoughts more positive and life affirming, it will help you even if it seems nearly impossible. I keep telling myself that I'm going to get better and little by little I've improved a lot. All the best to you.
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