We sometimes create stress which leads to depression. We may have financial or success goals which cause stress, then depression. Instead, we should trust God, who says, “I will provide all your needs.” What do you do that creates stress? What does God want you to do instead? If you don’t know, consider asking Him often.
Second, eat healthy, eat vegetables, and try to get enough sleep. Feeling better physically helps.
Third, pray often to “Be content.” 99% of people reading this have big money problems, relationship problems, work problems and 100 other problems. I need to be more content, and focus more on God’s purpose for my life. That is the path away from depression, it is the path toward joy.
Fourth, I searched “Verses depression.” Wow, these are some great verses:
Psalm 34:17-18 ESV When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
2 Corinthians 7:6 ESV But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the coming of Titus,
Isaiah 41:10 ESV Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
1 Peter 5:7 ESV Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Matthew 11:28 ESV Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Jeremiah 29:11 ESV For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Psalm 143:7-8 ESV Answer me quickly, O Lord! My spirit fails! Hide not your face from me, lest I be like those who go down to the pit. Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.
Philippians 4:6-7 ESV Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Consider reading these verses daily until depression starts to lift. Even more importantly, focus on doing what they say.
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