Is depression a sin? You can also include, anxiety, and any mental or emotional pain or diagnosis in that question. The short answer is, "NO!" Honestly, I think the question is based on the wrong image of who God is. As I look throughout the Bible …

“This scripture almost sounds like James is addressing ‘weak faith’ (ask the elders to pray for you) as well as sin as a possible culprit (confess your sins…be healed). So, how does this scripture relate to someone dealing with mental health difficulties or disorders?"

Kintsugi is the Japanese art of restoring broken pottery or china. Rather than discarding the fragmented pieces of pottery, the artist reassembles them using a precious metal- such as liquid gold- to highlight the repairs. There is no attempt to make it look new or hide the “scars” of its brokenness. The technique adds value to the original object as the master artists creates something more beautiful than when it was new. Each Kintsugi becomes a unique work of art!

What does the "God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles" look like as we journey through mental health challenges?

What does it mean to have the MIND of Christ, but struggle with a MENTAL health challenge like depression, anxiety, or other related challenges? Let's review four keys to discover an encouraging Biblical perspective that relates to depression, anxiety, and other mental health stressors.

“Fight the good fight of faith, take hold of the eternal life to which you were called …” 1 Timothy 6:12

I have heard this scripture sometimes used as motivating counsel for people struggling with depression, anxiety and other life challenges. The premise is that life is a constant "spiritual battle" and we need to stay alert and motivated so "the enemy" doesn't destroy our lives. Other times I've heard this used to "fight" for new breakthroughs in your life.