Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed?: Loved by God in the Midst of Pain (Paul Ritchie)

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Writing from his own experience as a pastor who has struggled with depression, anxiety and O.C.D., Paul Ritchie addresses some of the big questions that Christians with mental illnesses and those around them might ask. Although he deals frankly with the reality of mental illness in a fallen world, he shows how the gospel is good news for those suffering. He applies the truth of the gospel, assuring readers that they can take God at his word, even when their brain tells them to doubt. His final chapter also gives helpful advice for those who want to help friends or family who are depressed or anxious.

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Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed?: Loved by God in the Midst of Pain

Endorsements

What a superb book. I so benefited from reading it.

John Samuel, Pastor, Duke Street Church, Richmond, London

… deals with many of the misconceptions and misunderstandings that exist around these issues. The prayers at the end of each chapter that are based on the Psalms are so helpful. The overriding message of this book is that you can know God, the true God, as he has revealed himself in the Scriptures in whatever you are facing in life, and know his love and care.

Joan Singleton, Lecturer in Pastoral Care, Irish Bible Institute, Dublin, Ireland

Table of Contents

Foreword  .................................................................................. 7

Introduction  .......................................................................... 9

1.  Why do people struggle with depression and anxiety? .....15

2.  Is Christianity good for our mental health? ..... 25

3.  Is it unspiritual to be depressed and anxious?  .... 37

4.  Is it worth telling people how we feel?  .......... 47

5.  How can God help me in the midst of this pain?  ...... 55

6.  How can I be sure I am forgiven when I feel so guilty? .... 65

7.  What about when I don't think I can go on living? ..... 75

8.  How can I help those in my church who are depressed and anxious? .... 83

Conclusion: You are not alone ....................................... 97

Selected Bibliography and recommended reading  ....103

Acknowledgments ............................................................ 109

Product Details

Title: Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed?: Loved by God in the Midst of Pain

Author: Paul Ritchie

Publisher: Christian Focus

Pages: 112

Binding: Paperback

Size: 19.8 x 13.0 x 0.7 cm

ISBN: 9781527107892