Biblical Answer

Understanding the Crisis of the Will

When you feel like you've lost everything, it's essential to recognize that this is a crisis of the will. You may have abandoned everything, but this is not a true deep crisis until you deliberately, earnestly, and recklessly abandon your faith in Jesus Christ. At this point, you must do battle with depression's tendencies toward passivity. Don't wait for faith to be inserted into your heart; instead, seek the Lord. If there is any guarantee in Scripture, it is that He will meet you where you are.

Breaking Free from the Cycle of Shame and Guilt

When you feel like it's your fault, remember that this is a symptom of a deeper struggle. Your heart is under assault, and it could be that you're losing through neglect. Nobody ever told you to keep a close check on your hearts, so it's time to start. Address your past, break some habits, set some standards, get out of debt, and go back to church. Focus on these five things, and the next twelve months will fly by. Time may stand still, but you can take back your freedom and control your thoughts and emotions. You don't need to be trapped by fear, despair, or rage. Your mind doesn't have to be stressed; you can choose to let go of harmful thoughts and seek an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ.

Finding Hope and Strength in Jesus Christ

If you're struggling with depression, remember that you're not alone. When you look to Jesus, you will no longer be alone. You will be strengthened, and you will be changed. Expect to say, "This is exactly what I needed." Through depression, you can learn things about God and yourself that you never knew before. Examine where you have become sluggish, where you began losing interest spiritually, and you will find that it goes back to a point where you did not do what you knew you should do. Take small steps to engage in the struggle, and consider reading Job 38-42. The questions might seem harsh, but realize that the Spirit is at work in your life. Now, take some small steps to engage in the struggle, and expect to find hope and strength in Jesus Christ.