How Can the Bible Help Me when I feel hopeless?

God knows that you will have problems; sickness, grief, depression, and anxiety. In fact, Christ counseled each of us long ago about these very things: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble, but take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33.

Your Heavenly Father cares for you in so many ways and has provided a way to help you have the abundant life promised in John 10:10. I am reminded of pastor’s sermon from pne Sunday, in which he taught us how Christ removes these feelings of guilt, shame, low self-esteem, and anxiety that cause us distress. Christ’s work on the cross washes us, and gives us a fresh start each and every day. Christ can remove these feelings that seem to keep re-staining us. Christ also knows you need his physical touch, to calm your troubles, and he does with love, during Holy Communion. He also touches you through community with other Christians. The Holy Spirit was sent to guide, encourage and counsel you, so you can see how God’s love and Christ’s sacrifice can heal your everyday problems. Yes, these feelings are part of everyday life and it is important to realize that God’s Holy Word is the best counseling book every written!

 

 

 

You say:                God says:                    Verse:

"It’s impossible" All things are possible. Luke 18:27

"I’m too tired" I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28-30

"Nobody really loves me" I love you. John 3:16, 3:34

"I can’t go on" My grace is sufficient. 2 Corinthians 12:9, Ps 91:15

"I can’t figure things out" I will direct your steps. Proverbs 3:5-6

"I can’t do it" You can do all things through me. Philippians 4:13

"I’m not able" I am able. 2 Corinthians 9:8

"It’s not worth it" It will be worth it. Romans 8:28

"I can’t forgive myself" I forgive you. 1 John 1:9, Romans 8:1

"I can’t manage" I will supply all you needs. Philippians 4:19

"I’m afraid" I supply power, love, & self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7

"I’m always worried &

frustrated" Cast all your cares on me. 1 Peter 5:7

"I’m not smart enough" I give you wisdom. 1 Corinthians 1:30

"I feel alone" I will never leave or forsake you. Hebrews 13:5

"I am troubled" I have overcome your troubles. John 16:33

"No one cares" I care. 1 Peter 7

" I am bitter & angry" I am slow to anger with you. Psalm 86:15

"No one wants me" I choose you. Ephesians 1:4

" I can’t forgive others" I forgive you. John 3:16

"I live with guilt" I took it away. Isaiah 6:7

"I feel shame" I took it away. Romans 9:33, Hebrews 12:2

"I have no hope" I am your hope. Jer. 29:11, 1 Timothy 4:10

"I can’t trust" I never lie. 1 Timothy 6:18

"I feel empty" I have filled you. Romans 15:13

"I am powerless" I am your power. Colossians 1:11