Darkness Exposed

Have you ever said or heard someone say that they were in a dark place? The reference was more than likely a depressed state. Webster defines this state as a common mental disorder marked by varying degrees of sadness, despair, and loneliness. Symptoms that may appear are inactivity, loss of concentration, social withdrawal, sleep disturbances, hopelessness, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts.

Life can snowball when difficult situations accumulate. Sometimes the relationship struggle, the medication, the disappointment, and the physical pain can all collide to create the perfect storm. Not being able to cope with all the situational pieces can lead to sadness, low energy, and depression.

Depression is different from mood swings or everyday feelings of life. There is effective treatment for all categories of depression: mild, moderate, and severe.

The Lord’s Promise: “He reveals mysteries from the darkness and brings the deep darkness into light.” Job 12:22 NASB1995. It's imperative to accept and address the darkness issue today.

Reinforced Promise: “It is He who reveals deep and hidden things; He knows what is in the darkness, and light dwells with him.” Daniel 2:22 NASB. Share with someone today how you are feeling. Isolating will not help, and more than likely will make the darkness harder.

For You Today: “Do not rejoice over me, O my enemy. Though I fall I will rise; Though I dwell in darkness, the Lord is a light for me.” Micah 7:8 NASB. Professional help may be the answer. If the pit of disappointment or despair has darkened life, and the encouragement of those who care doesn't help, there is no shame in taking the next step. Start with a doctor and it may be necessary to add someone who can provide talk therapy. Those who care will understand and be thankful for a proactive attitude that leads to happiness and joy.

Suggestion: Listen to this song. Good Things (LIVE) - CCV Music https://youtu.be/IgPHNTJ9m1E?si