8 Healing Scriptures to Fight Depression
Published: Tue, 05/19/09
Hi ,
Is depression weighing you down? Recently, I read an interesting definition of depression and I'd like to share it with you. It should change your perspective!Depression: "An area that is sunk below its surroundings; a hollow.
Whether you think your life's circumstances are the pits or you feel hollow inside, the key to fighting depression is to get filled.
Unfortunately, many people try to fight depression by filling themselves with the wrong things.
That's how addictions are born. People turn to alcohol, drugs, sex, food, materialism, gambling or other distractions to soothe the emptiness inside. But this "relief" never lasts. All it does is deepen the hole until it becomes a grave, consuming their lives.
So what is the solution? The first is to make a decision that you want to be healed. And that starts with a personal relationship with God.
If you do not yet have one: hit this link to get started now.
Next, you must meditate on God's word every day to fill you up and lift you up - then you will be empowered to do what it says.
Here are eight healing scriptures that will help you fight depression. Speak them out loud several times a day to refresh your spirit:
Psalm 42:11
Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.
Psalm 5:11
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; Let those also who love Your name Be joyful in You.
Ecclesiastes 5:20
For he will not dwell unduly on the days of his life, because God keeps him busy with the joy of his heart.
Isaiah 61:3
To console those who mourn in Zion, To give them beauty for ashes, The oil of joy for mourning, The garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; That they may be called trees of righteousness, The planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified."
Zephaniah 3:17
The LORD your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing."
John 15:11
"These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.
Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy--meditate on these things.
I hope these healing scriptures will bless you today. God has promised those who believe in him a future and a hope. Anything that tells you different is a lie. Fight the lies that try to steal your joy and peace by taking your thoughts captive to the obedience of Jesus Christ.
Trust that God will heal you, make you whole, and lift you up. Expect your deliverance and expect that you will be able to testify of God's saving power to deliver others!
Whether you think your life's circumstances are the pits or you feel hollow inside, the key to fighting depression is to get filled.
Unfortunately, many people try to fight depression by filling themselves with the wrong things.
That's how addictions are born. People turn to alcohol, drugs, sex, food, materialism, gambling or other distractions to soothe the emptiness inside. But this "relief" never lasts. All it does is deepen the hole until it becomes a grave, consuming their lives.
So what is the solution? The first is to make a decision that you want to be healed. And that starts with a personal relationship with God.
If you do not yet have one: hit this link to get started now.
Next, you must meditate on God's word every day to fill you up and lift you up - then you will be empowered to do what it says.
Here are eight healing scriptures that will help you fight depression. Speak them out loud several times a day to refresh your spirit:
Psalm 42:11
Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.
Psalm 5:11
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; Let those also who love Your name Be joyful in You.
Ecclesiastes 5:20
For he will not dwell unduly on the days of his life, because God keeps him busy with the joy of his heart.
Isaiah 61:3
To console those who mourn in Zion, To give them beauty for ashes, The oil of joy for mourning, The garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; That they may be called trees of righteousness, The planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified."
Zephaniah 3:17
The LORD your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing."
John 15:11
"These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.
Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy--meditate on these things.
I hope these healing scriptures will bless you today. God has promised those who believe in him a future and a hope. Anything that tells you different is a lie. Fight the lies that try to steal your joy and peace by taking your thoughts captive to the obedience of Jesus Christ.
Trust that God will heal you, make you whole, and lift you up. Expect your deliverance and expect that you will be able to testify of God's saving power to deliver others!
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Be blessed in health, wealth, and wisdom,
Kimberly Floyd, C.W.C.
Certified Wellness Coach
Author of the 'Take Back Your Temple' eBook
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