The other evening, in His kind providence, the Lord brought to me a
gentle, empathetic counselor in the form of a small booklet that I had
purchased at the Shepherds’ Conference this past spring. Facing Depression Together, from Matthias Media,
is a practical beginner’s guide not only for those who struggle with
depression and anxiety (often together, thus the author’s use of
“D&A”), but also for those who desire to come alongside to minister
God’s truth and grace to them as they battle these soul maladies.
This booklet is divided into two parts. The first is for the person
who is struggling to trust God in the midst of dark valleys and the
second for those who would learn to be more helpful to those who
struggle. Finally, the booklet ends with a very brief review of D.
Martyn Lloyd-Jones’s classic work, Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cure, followed by a one-page discussion guide for use in small groups.
Facing Depression Together is an honest look at the problem,
primarily through the eyes of a fellow struggler, and helps us to renew
our minds in a number of ways. Keep Reading...
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