Depressed

But you, LORD, do not be far from me.
You are my strength; come quickly to help me.
Psalms 22: 19 NIV

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

Gracious words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Proverbs 16:24 NIV

Some men brought to him a paralyzed man,
lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith,
he said to the man,
“Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven.”
Matthew 9:2 NIV

My soul is weary with sorrow;
strengthen me according to your word.
Psalms 119:28 NIV

Sample Prayer

I am depressed about ____________ and also I am too anxious. These words of Jesus comfort me:
”Son be of good cheer; your sins are forgiven.”

Thank you for saving me, Lord. My focus has been on my circumstances and not on You. Help me to focus on You, Lord. Help me to remember to rejoice in my salvation. May Your words in scripture be sweet to my soul and health to my bones. Strengthen me according to Your word.