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What does the Bible say about depression?
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Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.
Psalms 34:18
Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him, the saving help of my countenance, and my God.
Psalms 42:11
casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7
Don’t rejoice against me, my enemy. When I fall, I will arise. When I sit in darkness, Yahweh will be a light to me.
Micah 7:8
Verses quoted from the World English Bible (public domain).
A reflection
The Bible acknowledges the reality of deep sorrow and despair, offering the comforting truth that God is close to those who are brokenhearted (Psalms 34:18) and encourages them to find hope in Him (Psalms 42:11). It reminds us that even in our heaviness, we can cast our worries upon God, who cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). The assurance of His presence can illuminate our darkest moments, as He promises to be a light to us when we feel lost (Micah 7:8).
This reflection was written by AI from the verses above. The verses are quoted verbatim; the AI never writes Scripture.
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