The Bible provides wisdom and guidance for various aspects of life, including times of depression. Although specific verses offer direct consolation, several themes can be found throughout the Bible that can provide comfort and hope during periods of depression.
Believers need to draw near to God during times of distress, knowing that He is always present and willing to comfort and guide us. They should also pour out their hearts to God through prayer, expressing their deepest emotions and concerns. They are to cast their burdens upon Him, knowing that He cares for them.
The Bible reminds us that our strength can come from the Lord. It encourages us to trust in His power and rely on Him to provide the strength needed to endure difficult circumstances. God’s faithfulness is highlighted throughout history, reminding us that He has been with His people during their darkest moments. Reflecting on God’s faithfulness can inspire hope and confidence in His ability to bring comfort and restoration.
The Bible encourages believers to meditate on things that are true, noble, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy. Shifting our focus towards positive and uplifting thoughts can help combat negative thinking patterns associated with depression.
Let us read the following Bible verses When You Are Depressed.
Psalm 42:11
“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God”
Psalm 3:3
“But thou, O Lord , art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head”
1 Corinthians 10:13
“There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it”
Psalm 23:4
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me”
Joshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest”
Deuteronomy 31:8
“And the Lord , he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed”
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord , thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end”
Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose”
Psalm 42:5
“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance”
Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things”
Psalm 40:2
“He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings”
Psalm 9:9
“The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble”
Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint”
Psalm 32:10
“Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the Lord , mercy shall compass him about”
Proverbs 15:13
“A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken”
Psalm 34:17
“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles”
Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness”
Isaiah 42:3
“A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth”
Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit”
John 16:33
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world”
Revelation 21:4
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away”
1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you”
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind”
Psalm 37:23
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord : and he delighteth in his way”
Matthew 11:28
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest”
Proverbs 12:25
“Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad”
2 Samuel 22:29
“For thou art my lamp, O Lord : and the Lord will lighten my darkness”
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me”
Psalm 30:5
“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning”
Romans 15:13
“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost”
Psalm 30:11
“Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness”
2 Corinthians 7:10
“For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death”
