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oday, we’re talking about feeling down - the blues.
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit
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The blues - sadness of heart.
Sadness can be powerfully painful. It can stop our lives while our hearts take over. When feeling down, it's hard to get the "steering wheel" back. However, thankfully, there are many verses to help navigate the darkness of depression—see slide material for sadness.
What to do about sadness.
Bible wisdom is vital. Consider:1. Cast worries on Jesus, 1 Peter 5:7.2. Find good Bible stories about sadness.3. Consider 1 Kings 19:9-18.4. Renew your mind, Romans 12:2.5. Get busy with His work.Tip: Count your blessings! Start a Gratitude Journal (I have one I can send you, [email protected]).Father, we sometimes are crushed by the world. It not only comes from sinful people but sometimes from our own family. Truly Father, our hearts hurt as if they had been pierced. Who else can we turn to but You? You have the wisdom we need and the love we crave. You are always our solution! We praise You for being so good. Thank You, Lord God, for Your god-powerful love. In Your Son's Name, amen!
This message is from Garland Van Dyke at Bible Points!Matthews St. church of ChristPO Box 1522, Bay City, TX. 774141915 Matthews Street, Bay City, TX. 77414(979) 245-8782Contact me at [email protected]www.matthewsstreetchurchofchrist.com facebook.com/matthewsstreetchurchofchristWant your own copy of our devotional in your inbox? biblepoints.org/bible-points(It's twice weekly, and we don't bombard you with stuff!)
