Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed? Loved by God in the Midst of Pain

Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed? Loved by God in the Midst of PainWriting from his own experience as a pastor who has struggled with depression, anxiety and O. C. D., Paul Ritchie addresses some of the big questions that Christians with mental illnesses and those around them might ask. Although he deals frankly with the reality of mental illness in a fallen world, he shows how the gospel is good news for those suffering. He applies the truth of the gospel, assuring readers that they can take God at his word, even

Writing from his own experience as a pastor who has struggled with depression, anxiety and O.C.D., Paul Ritchie addresses some of the big questions that Christians with mental illnesses and those around them might ask. Although he deals frankly with the reality of mental illness in a fallen world, he shows how the gospel is good news for those suffering. He applies the truth of the gospel, assuring readers that they can take God at his word, even when their brain tells them to doubt. His final chapter also gives helpful advice for those who want to help friends or family who are depressed or anxious.

Publisher: Christian Focus
Type: Paperback
ISBN: 9781527107892

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Paul Ritchie is the husband of Caroline and father of Anya, Ronan & Sian. He serves as pastor to Limerick Baptist Church. His ministry has been deepened by his own experience of O.C.D. and struggles with anxiety. He is a devoted Munster Rugby fan and loves a game of pitch & putt.

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‘Honest, human and heart–felt, every page is borne of Paul’s own walk through the darkness. This is not a handbook of plastic solutions, but a companion to walking through the mess more closely with Jesus and in light of his grace. Immensely helpful and moving; essential reading for every believer.’ Mark Ellis, Pastor of Grace Church, Dundee, Scotland