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Your Question:
What do I do with the grief and sadness of losing my independence?
Answer:
Losing independence can be a difficult and painful experience. As someone who has walked through the valley of depression and suicidal thoughts, I can attest that it's a feeling of being overwhelmed and hopeless. It's like being trapped in a prison with no escape, and the pain is intolerable. But I want to remind you that on this side of the cross, misery persists, but the scales are tipped in favor of joy. The King is seated, and the celebration has begun in heaven. It's easy to get caught up in self-pity and think that no one would care if we took our own life. But that's a lie. We are not alone, and there are people who care about us deeply. As a pastor, I've seen firsthand the devastating impact of suicide on families and loved ones. It's not just about us; it's about the people who would be left behind to pick up the pieces. So, I want to encourage you to seek help, to cry out to the Lord for relief, and to remember that you are not alone. As I reflect on my own journey, I realize that I was blind to the people who had tried to help me. I was so focused on my pain that I didn't see the good that was around me. But God is a God of hope, and He wants to use us to be ambassadors of hope to hopeless people. When we speak hope to others, it's persuasive and attractive. So, let's not give up. Let's not lose sight of the fact that we are loved, we are valued, and we are not alone. Let's cry out to the Lord for help, and let's trust that He will see us through this difficult time.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
practicing the way
john mark comer
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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