Struggling With Depression

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jesussav

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I have been struggling with severe depression for the past few months. I struggle with a chemical imbalance and medication has made a big difference in the past. Right now things are pretty dark and I'm finding it hard to move forward. The mornings are especially hard. I have a lot of good things going on in life but I just can't seem to pull out of this depression. It's awful. I have an appointment with a psychiatrist later this week but right now it's unbearable. I'm hoping some new medication will work.

Could really use some prayers and encouragement.

Anyone else struggle with depression?
 
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Sideburns

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Yes friend I will pray for you, God bless you, and I to use to deal with depression, thank God I can say use to :) which is where the encouragement comes in for you :) I was so depressed that all I really wanted to do was sleep, and when I was up I hated my life so I covered this problem with drugs, then I found myself hooked on drugs which made it worst because tho it was true the drugs made me happy for awhile I would soon come down off of my high and once again start hating life and hating everything simply because I was depressed, its weird I don't know what brought on my depression tho I do believe it was because I was thinking about my self to much, I HAVE to do this, I HAVE to change that, I, I I Me Me ME, I was very helpless because I felt like it was a never ending vortex that I was getting sucked into, and I too was labeled as having a 'chemical imbalance', Sis my depression got so bad I wanted to kill myself, and in fact tried once, gloryb2God he sustained my life :) It was until after I found Christ and really started to have a relationship with him that my depression went away but it was like this, He didn't just take the depression away like a magic trick, but he helped me to get thru and to come out of it, now it is his saving grace that protects me from going back, I have no doubt in my mind that if I stopped following after Christ with all that I have, that I would go right back to being depressed simply because Peace comes from God, Joy comes from God :) so I will pray for you sis, remember God loves you! :) so God bless you friend and peace be unto you :)
 
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jesussav

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Thanks for sharing your story and for your encouragement. I have been praying and meditating a lot which helps. Christ does surround me with his spirit and his love at times. I hope to be on the other side of this soon. I have a great therapist which also helps and I agree that I need to get outside of myself. Been thinking of ways to be of service to other people.
 
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stevef

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I also have suffered with depression off and on related to several concussions during my life, the worst when I was knocked out in a car accident many years ago. I also love life and have a lot of good in my life, but as you said, it can still be a struggle. I agree with Sideburns that leaning heavily on my faith is very important. I also try to take it one day at a time and tell myself each mornimg when I get up that I only need to live today and that there will be times today when I don't feel good but also times when I feel better. I also try to exercise and stay active, get outside as much as possible. Bike riding has been good for me. I had a heck of a time finding the right combination of meds, but I eventually did and there are a lot of them out there that can help, and I'll be praying that your Dr can find a good one for you soon. If I'm feeling pretty bad it usually helps me when I try to relax and repeat "Jesus Peace". Sometimes you just have to grit it out and keep on keeping on. I'm praying for you and your dr and believe you will find some relief soon if you keep trying one day at a time. God bless you.
 
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jesussav

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Thanks stevef for your words - they comfort and encourage me. I hope to be on some meds soon that will relieve this pain. There's no reason I should be depressed - things are good. I live alone and get overly concerned and stressed out about the future when I really just need to focus on today. Today I will practice saying "Jesus peace" throughout the day.

I also try to focus on what heaven will be like - it's something to look forward to...
 
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I will pray for you, jesussav.
 
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Chezz

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I will pray for you May God heal u from this God BLESS
 

pickles

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Hugs Jesussav, my daughter also battles depression due to chemical inbalance.
I understand how it can be, I will be praying for you in Jesus's name for all help and healing.
Praying also for Jesus to fill you and delight you with His perfect love. :)
50 yrs, amazing! :) God bless you for your courage and faithfulness, I believe you will be an encouragement to many. :)

Hugs and God bless
pickles
 
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hattiebod

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Thanks stevef for your words - they comfort and encourage me. I hope to be on some meds soon that will relieve this pain. There's no reason I should be depressed - things are good. I live alone and get overly concerned and stressed out about the future when I really just need to focus on today. Today I will practice saying "Jesus peace" throughout the day.

I also try to focus on what heaven will be like - it's something to look forward to...
If only it was so easy, to see all we have and then toss depression aside :) but it is not, and can be so debilitating. However, you have your eyes focused on Jesus and you know He can restore & heal you. Living alone can be such a blessing, but it can also be a burden, your idea about getting out , getting focused 'outside' of yourself is a good one :) I pray Gods hand will be on the doctors you see, that they will be knowledgable and compassionate and that you will get the medication you need, perfect for you :) God Bless you, may He clearly light your path, it is at such times that we can truly witness for the Lord, we can grow in our security and our faith and God can open up opportunities we could never imagine! I pray this for you, abundance & healing. God Bless you and give you peace. <><
 
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shekaniah

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jesussav,

There are a few things that I do to keep joy in my heart...

1) Listen to Christian music as much as I can.

2) Read a verse or a chapter of the bible.

3) When negative thoughts come into my mind...
I start thanking God for what I do have
For example; if I have a sinl full of dishes to wash and my kitchen is a mess.
And I start getting all negative about it.
I start thanking God I had food to cook and dishes to put it in. :)
It may sound silly at first, but once you try it...it works and you will not think it is so silly after all.

4) Find something you loved as a child...and do it again!
I loved looking for frogs! So now I take my grandkids on frog hunts.
Watching them get happy when we find one, brings me joy!

5) As God to guard your heart and mind, and to place things in your life that bring you joy.
I'm always surpised at the things that can make me happy!
God knows our hearts and he can fill them with joy.

6)Psalms 55:22 "Give your burdens to the Lord. He will not permit the Godly to slip nor fall."

Cast your cares on the Lord
and he will sustain you;
he will never let
the righteous be shaken.

1 Peter 5:7
"Casting all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you."

In fishing, it takes a lot of 'casting' (fishing)...before 'catching'.
So in getting rid of burdens, a lot of praying....and faith brings the 'lifting of burdens'.

I will pray for you too :)
♥ Shekaniah
 
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jesussav

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Thanks everyone for your kindness, love, and encouragement. It really ministered to me this morning when I woke up in tears again. I've got to move forward regardless of how I'm feeling. Even though I feel so alone I know I'm not. I'm praying for God's strength and direction.

Thank you all!
 
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Duckies

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Hi theres !! I will be keeping you in my prayers.. know that God will give you strength and will give you the rest you need; keep that strong faith going sister ^_^!

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest"
 
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stevef

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Thanks stevef for your words - they comfort and encourage me. I hope to be on some meds soon that will relieve this pain. There's no reason I should be depressed - things are good. I live alone and get overly concerned and stressed out about the future when I really just need to focus on today. Today I will practice saying "Jesus peace" throughout the day.

I also try to focus on what heaven will be like - it's something to look forward to...
Thanks jesussav. Trust in the Lord and do good, and hold steady and strong to your faith. Sounds like you have a good therapist and I'm sure the Dr will get you some medicine to help. Remember Jesus is with you in this and you have plenty of friends here that love you and are praying for you. And yes we have the wonderful assurance that someday Heaven will be a glorious place when we get to see our Lord and loved ones in Christ.
 
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jesussav

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Just wanted to let everyone know that my chronic depression has been completely lifted. I am no longer depressed! It is so nice to feel joyful and happy again - I am my old self.

My brother-in-law is a doctor and sent me a B vitamin supplement called Inositol. I take 2 a day and the depression completely subsided within 48 hours!! I am serious!! Before I cried everyday for 2 months and I haven't cried at all since I started taking this supplement! It has worked the same for others. If you struggle with depression you should take it! It's over-the-counter!

From darkness back into the light!!

Thank you for your prayers -

Praise Jesus!!
 
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Clarbear

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Can someone please pray for me...
 
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psychomom

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Can someone please pray for me...
Is there something specific, little one? ♥

You don't have to share if you don't want to...the Father knows well what you need. :)

~ellie
 
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Dalisa

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So how are you now? Feeling better ?

Remember Psalm 34:17-20 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. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. He keeps all his bones; not one of them is broken.
I will continue to pray for you.
Much love !
 
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jesussav

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I'm up and down. Under stress and going through the change so I think some of it is hormonal. This week has been good thanks to some new medication but week before last was really really rough. I think God is drawing me closer to him. I've joined a Christian women's book study which is helping also. Sometimes he lets us feel pain in order to lead our lives into a different direction. I'm an isolator and a workaholic so I think he is forcing me out of my shell to make some deeper friendships. I have a hard time letting people too close. Thank you for asking -

Thank you also for your prayers -
 
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Dalisa

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I know from personal experience how rough it can get, and how deep it can go. Sometimes I still deal with it but I am no longer in that dark dark place where I used to be... It's a long proces, but I believe God will do the same for you. Also psalm 91 helped me a lot. I often listen to a song of it on YouTube.

2 Timothy 1:7 - For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
God did not give us a spirit of fear or depression. But of love and a sound mind, meaning you already got it! Now take it! Its yours! Abide in Him and take what's already yours :)


Romans 12:2 - And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Much love,
Dalisa