How to Deal with Discouragement

One of the lines in the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life,” presents a great truth. Clarence, the second class angel who’s trying to earn his wings, watches a video about his divine appointment. Then Clarence asks God, “What is wrong with George Bailey. Is he sick?”...

How Elijah Teaches About Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In last week’s post, we looked at different kinds of mental illnesses, the myths about these illnesses and some of the causes. Today we will look at some lessons from the Old Testament prophet Elijah. It’s not what he has to say...

When Discouragement Settles In

One of the lines in the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life,” presents a great truth.  Clarence, the angel who’s trying to earn his wings, asks God what is wrong with George Bailey. “Is he sick?” “Worse,” God says. “He’s discouraged.” We might define discouragement as a...

When Discouragement Settles In

One of the lines in the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life,” presents a great truth. Clarence, the 2nd class angel who’s trying to earn his wings, asks God what is wrong with George Bailey. “Is he sick?” “Worse,” God says. “He’s discouraged.” We can define discouragement as...

Fighting Depression

A television minister recently outlined some practical steps for fighting depression. Most women struggle with depression at some time or other in life. Sometimes, this is a clinical depression that requires medication and the supervision of a doctor. Sometimes...