Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 (NKJV)
Do you or does someone you know struggle with a mental health issue?
Despite our reluctance to talk about mental health, there is no reason to be ashamed. Stats show that one in five people currently struggle. Just as a pancreas or heart can develop dis-ease, so can our brains, but as believers, we can walk out healing.
This healing can come instantly, or it can come as we apply the practical advice of medical and natural health experts and counsellors. Just as medications, manual therapies, diet and supplements can make a huge difference for other ailments, they can be instrumental in the area of mental health.
In addition to encouraging you to seek out these treatments, I want to provide a biblical response to mental health that can be applied simultaneously. Think about today’s scripture, to start. God says that He is with you, but He needs you to invite Him into your situation so He can help.
Why not take a moment to do that right now? God is YOUR God, and He promises to strengthen you, help you, and hold you up as you do what you need to do to get to a place of healing, peace and stability.
We’re going to keep talking about this over the next few days, so if you know of someone who is struggling and it’s appropriate, share this devotional with them. And if you’re struggling, remember that you don’t have to do this journey alone. God loves you and He wants you to be healthy and whole: spirit, soul and body!