The last few days have been scary for me as I find anxiety and depression completely taking over and consuming my thoughts and actions. I can't go an hour without trembling. Worst feeling.
Some people claim that true Christians never get depressed or worry, or have major "issues", but that's just sickening and wrong! Sure, the last week I've neglected my exercise and spending time with God, but that doesn't make me any less of a Christian. Or any less LOVED by Him. I think it is in these times that my life has the most purpose instead of (how I feel) the least purpose. In these times of darkness over my mind and body, the Lord is trying to get my attention. When I need Him the most, He reaches out to me the most. He is my comfort. It is in these times that I force myself to see him and he meets me right where I am. God's love and comfort is what helps me keep breathing.
These verses comfort me the most:
Hebrews 13:5-6 God has said, "Never will I leave you. Never will I forsake you." So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid."
Psalm 34:4: "I prayed to the LORD, and he answered me, freeing me from all my fears."
Matthew 6:27: "Can any of you add a single hour to your life by worrying?"
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7 years ago
I love this post, Shayla. Your words ring true that life is never perfect for anyone, but that's why God is around to bring us blessings and allow us to see beauty amidst our brokenness.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love the verses, they are so fitting. The Psalm one is especially lovely. :)