Please understand me

I have been a subscriber to The Briefing for a number of years. I’ve been getting a little sick of it recently however an article in the most recent issue to grace the floor beside my bed on depression was one of the best I’ve read in a long time. The article entitled Helping a Friend with Depression looked at ways other Christians can help people with depression.

1. Recognize the person does indeed have depression (they may look well but they aren’t)
2. Pray for them
3. Encourage them and reassure them
4. Be patient and understanding with them
5. Be ready to help practically
6. Support the primary carer
7. Remember it’s all going to pass away

I think this is fantastic advice.