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Depressed? Recall The Faithfulness of God!

“When the world says, ‘GIVE UP,’ Hope whispers, ‘TRY IT ONE MORE TIME.’” ~Unknown

Many strong and inspiring figures of the Bible suffered from depression: David, Jonah, and Job are just a few. David had Saul breathing down his back and looking for ways to kill him. (1 Sam. 19:1-2) God commanded Jonah to warn his Ninevite enemies to repent. Instead, he turned tail and ran away. God then sent a whale to swallow Jonah, but only after sailors tossed him overboard hoping to calm a raging sea. (Jonah 1:4, 11-12, 15). God tested Job’s faithfulness by permitting Satan’s request to afflict and torment him (Job 1:8-12). Each man had a strong relationship with God and a deep faith, yet they suffered from depression. Why? Continue reading “Depressed? Recall The Faithfulness of God!”

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In Silent Adoration

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In silent adoration,
I stand in awe of you, oh God.
With holy inspiration,
I sip and sap with you.

I drink your living waters,
I eat your bread of life,
While basking in your presence
Amid a world of strife.

Poem by Norma Ching 

From The Master’s Heart

Art by Patrick Ching