When Christians Have Depression
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Last published Tue, Feb 16, 2016
Depression is real, even among born again Christians. Every year, more and more Christians are ending their life due to chronic depression. Unfortunately, depression remains taboo in Christian conversation.
You and I once went through a rough patch. What do you think actually made you depressed? Your answer to that question determines if you are a safe person to confide in or dangerous to those currently depressed. Above all, your view of depression might make it difficult for God's grace to give you strength whenever you have an anxiety attack.
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