Did you know that depression and anxiety often go hand in hand? It’s not uncommon for one to lead to the other; a person dealing with depression can also experience anxiety, and vice versa. But what has led you to feel one or the other or both? Let’s delve into this interconnected relationship and understand it better!

What does anxiety mean first? Definition:the feeling of uneasiness or nervousness, typically in situations of uncertainty or in events where the outcome is uncertain.

What does depression mean? Definition: the state of feeling low, leaving a very negative impact on a person, and a constant feeling of sadness that impacts normal day-to-day activities.
What does one have to do with the other? Let me give you an example: imagine getting a phone call about a loved one. You were told they were admitted to the hospital, but the reason was unknown; they “weren’t feeling well.”

What happens? Anxiety kicks in; it’s the unknown; your mind starts thinking of the worst possible outcome, you become panicked, you tell your cellmate, and you call other loved ones to find out what’s going on. Still, no one can nip that feeling of anxiety. Until you find yourself questioning, then crying, overthinking if that loved one is okay.

Now it’s the thought: what if they die? You don’t want to leave your cell, and you become depressed. Your friends call you for chow, you stay in your cell all day, lose motivation, and one thing spirals into the next. Sound familiar? Right. The two go together. But what is truly fascinating is that just as quickly as a negative word can bring someone down, a good word can lift you up. This Bible verse holds the key to overcoming both anxiety and depression. It says:

Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad. Proverbs 12:25

What is this “good word?” It refers to the Word of God. God’s word brings life, hope, and peace to those who are downcast, and this is what God wants to do for you: remove the anxiety and depression that have burdened you for so many years. It’s not “yours” to hold onto.

Want to know how? Remember to ask your questions in your letter to Bishop Bira Joshua. Let him know it’s for the Newspaper section, “What’s your doubt?” and it’ll be answered here.

One thing I want to remind you of is that you are worthy of peace. You may have felt at times that you don’t deserve peace or happiness. But that’s a lie from the enemy. You deserve it because Jesus came for you to give you the peace you have longed for.

 

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