Sunday, June 7, 2015

060715AM Sermon NOTES


THERE’S HOPE FOR DEPRESSION  {Part B}
LUKE 4:18; Matthew 11:28-30; 1 Kings 19

I.         Depression as an imposter, liar and thief

II.       The Believer’s Response to Depression
·       Hold on to a good word
·       A Biblical Pattern of Depression: The Story of Elijah

Warning:
When Satan wants to really make a lie stick in your life he will mingle it with truth.

Recommendations for the Depressed:
  1. Cling to the promise that the Lord will never leave or forsake you

  1. Take in consolation from God’s Word and prayer in consistent doses

  1. Respond to the Holy Spirit if He places His finger on any sin

  1. Set your mind on truth

  1. Reach out to others in the body of Christ

  1. Pursue counseling

  1. Take necessary steps to improve your overall health

  1. Talk to your medical doctor

  1. If you are having thoughts of suicide, reach out to someone right away: Call 1-800-SUICIDE, or call 911, or go to an emergency room for immediate help



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