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Causeless Depression

January 1, 2017 Leave a Comment

Depression

Depression is a condition of general emotional dejection and withdrawal. All of us know what it is to encounter a series of difficult circumstances that have left us feeling down. But Charles Spurgeon, the great British preacher of the 19th century, wrote about a more ambiguous form of depression. He wrote about a type of pervasive sadness that could not be explained. He called it “causeless depression.” Mental health professionals today would call it clinical depression. Spurgeon himself battled depression throughout his life – even though God used his ministry in a great way through the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. Spurgeon took numerous trips to sunny southern France to find relief from the cloud of darkness.

  1. Whether you are going through a season of melancholy or whether you have a persistent proclivity toward depression, there are some questions you should ask yourself:
  2. Am I taking care of my physical needs? Make sure to get enough sleep and ensure good eating habits.
  3. Is there any unconfessed sin in my life? Broken relationships, unresolved bitterness, and selfish pursuits can lead to legitimate feelings of guilt that need healing and resolution.
  4. Do I need the help of a professional? Every part of us has been impacted by humanity’s fall into sin. For some people, the issue is not simply spiritual but also biological.
  5. Do I have any thought patterns that need correcting? In reflecting on Psalm 42, D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones suggested that we do too much listening to ourselves and not enough talking to ourselves. We need to make a conscious choice to reject lies and think about what is true (Phil. 4:8).
  6. Am I putting myself in position where people can help me? Isolation is dangerous – particularly for those who are inclined toward depression. Have you put yourself in a position where people can speak truth into your life?

Pastor Jeff

 

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