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I'm going through a massive crisis right now in my life. I lost a close friendship, and I'm experiencing terrible mental health issues. The only reason I'm alive and here right now, hanging on, is because of God and my family. He's my only lifeboat in this extremely stormy, chaotic ocean that I'm in. It feels like I'm lost at sea and He's gently guiding me to the shore, but it's a long way coming and I'm struggling really hard right now. Any prayers would be appreciated.
 

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I'm going through a massive crisis right now in my life. I lost a close friendship, and I'm experiencing terrible mental health issues. The only reason I'm alive and here right now, hanging on, is because of God and my family. He's my only lifeboat in this extremely stormy, chaotic ocean that I'm in. It feels like I'm lost at sea and He's gently guiding me to the shore, but it's a long way coming and I'm struggling really hard right now. Any prayers would be appreciated.
I prayed for you, that you have the strength to overcome your depression, and also receive support or a new friend to help you. Remember, just as you said, God will protect you from this, as stated in Psalm 121.

Psalm 121:7-8 (NIV): "The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."
 
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I prayed for you, that you have the strength to overcome your depression, and also receive support or a new friend to help you. Remember, just as you said, God will protect you from this, as stated in Psalm 121.

Psalm 121:7-8 (NIV): "The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."
Thank you. It means a lot.
 
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Thank you. It means a lot.
You are welcome. God allows these struggles to happen, as these can be used to strengthen our faith, and help us overcome even bigger struggles in the future. I do not have depression, but ADHD and autism spectrum can be a struggle for me. However, God has helped me slowly make improvements, though, the journey is long and somewhat turbulent sometimes. But yes, God will help you through this. If possible, try to seek help from your parents or psychologist, if you have the means to.
 
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Stay close to God. Offer up your suffering to Him. Its not easy, i know.

Remember one thing. As you carry your cross in life, Jesus is indeed carrying you! He is.

Turn to Him. Lay all your troubles at His feet.

Remember Job in the Bible? Be strong. Keep praying to God. Try and see that you are not alone in your struggles. Plus, many of us on here are going through trials. We are here for each other.

God bless you. May He wrap His loving arms around you and keep you safe...
 
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