It is the will of God for you to be live a happy and fulfilled life. Depression is not part of God’s plan for you no matter the cause whether is loss of job, failure, miscarriage, etc. You can rise above any limitation the devil has placed over your life. Therefore, should be wiser than the enemy and send back to him every arrow of depression that he has sent into your life. Do not give the devil a chance in your life, no matter how small.
Just like the saying that, when you give the devil an inch in your life, he will take a thousand miles. The agenda of the devil is to steal, to kill and to destroy (John 10:10). He has come to destroy your joy, peace of mind and to prevent you from seeing the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.
However, you have the victory in Christ Jesus. Revelations 12:11 declares, “and they overcame him by the blood of the lamb and by the word of their testimony, loving not their lives even unto death.” You must arise and declare the word of your testimony using the word of God against every arrow of depression that the enemy is targeting at you.
Confess these bible verses to overcome depression anytime you sense the devil firing the arrow of depression against you.
1. Psalm 30:11 – You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; you have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,
2. Deuteronomy 31:8 – It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
3. Psalm 3:3 – But you, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.
4. Isaiah 40:31- But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; he shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
5. Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
6. John 16:33 – I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
7. Isaiah 41:10 – Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
8. Matthew 11:28 – Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
9. Jeremiah 29:11 – For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
10. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
11. Psalm 30:5 – For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
What you should do when overwhelmed with feelings of depression.
1. Avoid Anxiety. Anxiety is the foundation to worrying and depression, so if you want to live a happy life, you should avoid anxiety
12. Proverbs 12:25 – Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.
2. Feel your heart with the word of God. You can also listen to messages from Faithful preachers of Gods word and listen to spirit-lifting songs that help you to trust God more. Depression weakens the heart but the word of God will strengthen your heart.
13. Romans 12:2 – Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
3. Trust God has your protector and deliverer from all situations and circumstances. Trusting God is a major cure for depression.
14. Psalm 9:9 – The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
4. Do not entertain fear because it crumbles your faith and trust in God. Being fearful can also cause depression instead ask for courage from the Lord to overcome. for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. (1John 5:4)
15. 2 Timothy 1:7 – For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
5. Do not allow the devil to threaten you with your old way of life or past mistakes because old things have passed away. Depression is meant to steal your joy but God has promised you a life full of joy unspeakable.
16. Revelation 21:4 – He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
6. Ask the Lord for help. You don’t need to worry about what you don’t have control over. Instead of being worried and anxious, ask the lord for help and wisdom on how to handle such issues.
17. Psalm 34:17-18 – When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
7. Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.
Seeking the kingdom of God should be your priority not fame. Get to know God more and to have a close personal relationship with him. You can do nothing without God. Depression causes you to lose the future you have always dreamt of. However, trusting in God help to keep your hope alive.
God’s will for your life when filled with depression
18. Matthew 6:33 – But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
19. Romans 15:13 – May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
20. John 16:33 – I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
21. Joshua 1:9 – Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
The bottom line
Know that the Lord is with you in all situations and circumstances. This is the key to enjoying a victorious life filled with joy, peace and hope. Shake off the garment of depression and start living a life of heaven on earth.
