Depression doesn’t have to define your story.
It's time to talk about mental health. How do we overcome our mental health struggles? How can Jesus help us step towards healing and wholeness? This month, we're in a series called "Peace of Mind", discussing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Check out Sunday’s message above, then, continue the conversation with the reading plan and resources below.
Check out this week’s reading plan, based on Sunday’s conversation about depression.
Monday: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Tuesday: Psalm 23
Wednesday: Isaiah 41:10
Thursday: Luke 4:17-21
Friday: Matthew 11:28-30
Saturday: Romans 8:38-39
Check out the resources used in this week’s teaching, as well as books you can explore if you’d like to dive deeper into our conversation.
Winning the War in Your Mind, by Craig Groeschel
Feeling Good, by David Burns
Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, by Caroline Leaf
Live No Lies, by John Mark Comer
If you’re struggling with mental health issues, we also want to point you to the following resources:
Call the CalHOPE Warm Line for 24/7 mental health care and resources: (833) 317-4673
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or in crisis, help is available: call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.
What were some of your big takeaways from Sunday’s message?
Have you ever struggled with depression before? What has that looked like in your life?
What are some misconceptions in Christianity about depression?
Sometimes we turn to harmful coping methods when we’re depressed. What has that looked like for you?
Have you ever sought help before? Why or why not? What was your experience?
In what ways can your relationship with Jesus help you when you’re depressed?