Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in activities. It affects millions of people worldwide, regardless of age, gender, or background. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 264 million people suffer from depression globally, making it a leading cause of disability.
DEPRESSION STATISTICS
Before delving into strategies for immediate relief, it’s crucial to recognize the prevalence and impact of depression. Understanding the scope of the issue helps destigmatize mental health challenges and encourages individuals to seek help. Depression can manifest in various forms, from mild to severe, and its effects extend beyond the emotional realm, influencing physical health and overall well-being.
HOW DO WE OVERCOME DEPRESSION
We understand that when it comes to the subject of overcoming depression, science is got a million thing to say about it. Infact we have got some antidepressants right there on the shelve and some “eat healthy, don’t stay late at night, find a hobby, talk to somebody” advice, which is absolutely right to say. But, ever since we started putting those techniques to practice. We still haven’t been able to get 264 million people out of depression (what’s funny is that there are over 264 million of them). Infact some became depressed after talking to people who leaked up their secrets and told the whole community how dangerous they were. I’m not accusing science, obviously, the medical field have sustained a lot of depressants from dieing through medicines and stay-healthy seminars. It’s a big win! But what’s my fear?
I’m afraid that over 40% of people who takes antidepressants (as much as important that is) are never always free from depression. Some still go back to depression and anxiety. Science have done a whole lot but it’s time to know the truth. It’s time get the raging 264 million people out there to know the truth. Medicine doesn’t cure depression, Jesus does!
WHO THE SON SETS FREE IS FREE
In John 8:36 Jesus makes a wonderful statement of victory. He says, “So if the Son sets you free you will be free indeed.” These are powerful and encouraging words and right off the bat I want to issue you a big congratulations because you are free. You’re free! Jesus is the healer! He’s the perfect healer from depression. Science can only afford to manage your depression. They don’t cure depression, Jesus does! Come to think of it. How does one stay free from worries in this turbulent world. Can just an administration of antidepressants do that for us? No, never! It can’t! Even a thousand drop of antidepressants for a whole lifetime can’t get us out of the scorching heat of turbulence and you know that. But Jesus can! You can live depression-free for a whole lifetime till He calls you home. Yes! That’s possible with Jesus! He’s setting you free right now!
WHY IS THE DEVIL SO INTERESTED IN PUTTING UP DEPRESSION WITH PEOPLE?
Have you ever asked that question? Why is Satan so interested in fostering turbulence and pestilence? Here’s why! He wants to keep your mind enslaved. Once he can get you winded up by the things of this world, then he’s got an army for himself. Have you been wondering why it seems as though you can’t live a whole day without something bad happening to you or the people around you, well, that’s because he’s so interested in playing the mind game. And I’m telling you, he’s so good at it. Meanwhile, I have got good news, Jesus has assured us of complete victory over the enemy! You don’t have to ask how? All you have got to do is surrender to Him. You’ve lived with that spirit of depression for a long time now, today is the day of freedom. If you’ll hearken to Him right now, Oh my! You do be amazed how much He’ll deliver you from it all.
Something we mustn’t forget is that the devil wins us by our fears. We’re enslaved the moment we become afraid (this is what we may call “fear of the unknown”). you don’t actually think he’ll settle for less just because you are fair-skinned or got a huge mustache. He’s the chief of intimidation. He loves to intimidate you with your fears. And you know what’s funny? The devil intimidates ministers too!
The moment he realizes you aren’t certain about a particular subject of your life, he (the devil) starts to sponsor depression via intimidation. This has happened countless time with people I know and even with me. There were seasons of my life were I’d thought I won’t really make it out there serving Jesus in purity? I was afraid of making a mistake. You know what the devil did? He sponsored fear. Because I lacked light in the matter of “Godly living” he intimidated me in so many ways. Through my mind, through the people, and even through family. I got tired of it. I had to seek light. I had to seek knowledge, I really desired to know how to get out of this fear. And you know what? I got it!
In John 8: 31 and 32. To those who had believed him, Jesus said, ‘If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free“.
Only the truth can set you free people! I realized Jesus is the truth and the better we stay in him, the better he sustains us by His mercy. The devil is not gonna rest anyway, he won’t stop creating schemes to keep us distracted and depressed, so why continually stay enslaved? Why believe him when you’ve got a great destiny right there?
Jesus is the way, the truth and the Life!
