Ever feel like your mind is trapped in a perpetual gray day? Like the clouds of anxiety and worry just won't lift, and the sunshine of joy seems a distant memory? If you’re navigating the sometimes-stormy seas of mental health struggles, you know how easy it is to feel weighed down. But even in the midst of those gray days, there can be moments of bright light – moments of praise that can shift our perspective and bring a glimmer of hope. Let’s explore this idea through the shortest Psalm: Psalm 117. At just two verses, Psalm 117 might seem like a blink in the grand scope of scripture. But don't let its brevity fool you; it packs a powerful punch. It says, "Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord" (Psalm 117:1-2, NIV). Simple? Yes. Profound? Absolutely. Now, you might be thinking, "Praise? When I can barely get out of bed? When my thoughts ar...
Have you ever felt like you’re in a waiting room? Not a physical one, with sterile chairs and old magazines, but an internal one. A space in your mind where everything feels suspended, where hope seems distant, and you’re just waiting…waiting for relief, for clarity, for something to change. If you struggle with mental health challenges, this waiting room may feel like a familiar place. Today, let's step into the story of John 11, the account of Lazarus’s sickness and resurrection, and discover the profound mental and spiritual truths it holds. Imagine this: Mary and Martha send word to Jesus that their brother Lazarus is desperately ill. They know Jesus can heal him. They’ve seen His miracles, they trust His power, and they send a plea born of love and desperation. Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Instead of rushing to their side, Jesus stays where He is for two more days. Two days. In human terms, that delay can feel like an eternity, especially when you’re facing a crisis....