by Jim Ayer
Sometimes sadness can feel so heavy, it’s difficult to do everyday tasks. This pocketbook by Jim Ayer explains how to beat depression naturally with God’s help. Find rest in our heavenly Father and learn what does the Bible say about depression.
About 17.3 million American adults suffer from depression. You may have a friend, neighbor, coworker, or cousin who is dealing with this obstacle without knowing it. Ayer’s compact guide is perfect for sharing or for your own use.
The pocketbook covers how the mind works and how to beat depression naturally from a Christian perspective. The author discusses a positive perspective and points to disastrous historical events that reveal heroes with optimistic viewpoints.
What does the Bible say about depression? Ayer has been through devastating circumstances in his personal journey. He shares that diving into Scripture, walking with God, and trusting Him can give us peace that passes all understanding.
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The sides of the can were shiny and steep; the cream was deep and cold.
"O, what's the use," said number one, "'Tis fate; no help's around."
"Good-bye my friend! Good-bye, cruel world." And weeping still, he drowned.
But number two of sterner stuff, dog-paddled in surprise,
And he licked his creamy lips and blinked his creamy eyes.
I'll swim awhile at least, he thought, or so it has been said.
It really couldn't help the world if one more frog were dead.
An hour or more he kicked and swam, not once did he stop to mutter
Then he hopped out—on a mound of fresh-churned butter!"