2006-11-01 06:31:01 · 11 answers · asked by i love Amanda kendall 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Sometimes it takes more than salvation to heal depression. Just remember that God sent the Holy Spirit to you to help you through everything you are experiencing. Keep reading the Bible, praying and attending church.
If your depression is medically based, be sure to get to a good doctor to address the issue.
Hold on to I Cor. 10:13
2006-11-01 06:36:32 · answer #1 · answered by teachingpk2008 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First of all -- Congratulations on your salvation! Way cool! I am saved and I also struggle from time to time with depression. Keep it in prayer, keep in touch with fellow Christians, and consider speaking with your physician if the depression doesn't lift. Some forms of depression are biologically based, and salvation is a reality for you that may or may not have a therepeutic effect on depression if that depression is due to imbalances in serotonin levels (the neurotransmitters that combat depression). To head off what you might hear from some corners of Christianity, there is nothing "unspiritual" about medical treatments for depression. God gave us good doctors for a reason, so don't suffer needlessly for too long. Be blessed!
2006-11-02 11:22:12 · answer #2 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a process. Salvation happens in an instant but healing can take a life time. Search the Word for scriptures to encourage you. Psalm 147:3 He heals the brokenhearted ans binds up their wounds. I use to suffer from depression. I tried to destroy myself with drinking, drugs and self mutilation. But when I truely accepted Jesus and let Him work on me, He gave me the peace that surpasses all understanding.
2006-11-01 14:47:48 · answer #3 · answered by 4CHRIST 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Study God's Word for wisdom and pray for understanding...
Many are baptized into religions which teach confusing,even
conflicting doctrines...it's up to each one of us to get to know
our Heavenly Father better & grow in His favor. As you draw
closer to God He will comfort you when you are distressed...
Remember,
Jesus set the example and was baptized to do God's will,
and
Christians likewise strive to do so.But first we must KNOW
what His will actually is .Then, having this knowledge gives
purpose and direction to our lives.
I myself have suffered clinical depression since childhood,
yet helping others to learn about the true God,Jehovah is a
wonderful way of life, bringing real happiness...
The last words Jesus spoke before ascending to Heaven was
regarding ".. teaching ...making disciples" >(Matt 28:19.20)<
and all true Christians should do so.
Unfortunately, most religions encourage baptism for people
BEFORE they have knowledge to do what Jesus commanded...
Many have never been taught the importance of GOD'S
Personal NAME, and have only a vague idea about the
KINGDOM, for which they've PRAYED to COME
(recall, both God's Name and Kingdom were of PRIORITY,
FIRST in Jesus' Model Prayer) ... Jehovah's Witnesses
appreciate the direction Jesus gave in the Lord's Prayer,
and He has richly blessed our ministry.
Remember also, Matt 24:13 says "He that endures
to the end, WILL be saved" ...
Accurate KNOWLEGE builds faith and FAITH helps us
to ENDURE.
God cares about you and your future > (Jer 29:11) <
When you are depressed, read those beautiful words...
Open the eyes of your HEARTand let God speak to you thru
HIS Word.
JW's are always happy to study with those who are seeking
truth, which can be found in YOUR BIBLE.... Agape (Love)
2006-11-01 16:15:48 · answer #4 · answered by Merry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously your "saving" didn't work. You must have been rejecting it even as it happened.
You must go back now. Go back and give them even more money! Bankrupt your savings, because only by giving the Evangelists all of your worldly posessions can you possibly attain "Salvation".
2006-11-01 14:40:34 · answer #5 · answered by sewmouse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Getting "saved" is not the end but, the beginning of your journey with Christ. Give it some time and keep your heart open. Pray.
2006-11-01 14:33:26 · answer #6 · answered by happyharrytick 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do something tangible to get out of depression, not make believe things
2006-11-01 14:43:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how where you "saved?" did you just confess your sins, say you believed in Jesus.....? because the only way to be saved is to repent of your sins, be baptized in Jesus' name, and receive the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in other tongues according to Acts chapters 2,8,10, and 19.
God Bless!!
2006-11-01 14:38:31 · answer #8 · answered by hannah 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Saved from what?
2006-11-01 14:33:30 · answer #9 · answered by mzJakes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Looks like it didn't work, oh well, try something else.
2006-11-01 14:39:20 · answer #10 · answered by Jeffrey B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋