Fighting Passivity
Holy moly. I was preparing to write this blog post with something completely different in mind to write about. But then I sat down and read a daily devotion from "My Utmost for His Highest" by Oswald Chambers and that totally changed. The devotion today was called "Taking the Initiative Against Depression," and man, did it speak to me. Like many people out there, I have a tendency to struggle with depression. This is a really hard thing for me to admit, as I like to hide my problems and pretend that nothing is wrong. But so often, I am overcome with my depression and it tends to consume me. Naturally, these times cause a serious hit in my quiet time with Jesus, resulting in even more issues. As many would point out, depression is a mental illness and not a choice. Not too many people I know would choose to be depressed. So do not think that I am trying to say that those who suffer from depression are in the wrong or should not seek out medical help, because I do...