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Comment on Christians Experience Bipolar Disorder Too: Balancing Faith and Mental Illness by Gary Ratliff

Gary Ratliff — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:29:50 +0000

In reply to Sarah Fox. People in my church think its not a real illness. I just dont know how to manage my ups and downs. I was even told today by a deacon to stop taking the drugs. What's the worse that can happen. They want me to read a book called good mood, bad mood. Im giving up on people in church believing in it and understanding. Im done

Comment on Somatic Approaches to Mental Health Rooted in Biblical Principles by Don Klaassen

Don Klaassen — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 23:56:36 +0000

Greetings!
I am a former associate pastor and now a q chapel volunteer in several prisons. In the maximum prison where I volunteer in British Columbia Canada we have begun evening sessions for Christian inmates who want to go deeper in their healing journey. We are intending to include more biblically based somatic practices in these sessions that would help the inmates cope with and heal from their painful traumatic experiences. Are there any additional resources that you could point us to?

Comment on Christians Experience Bipolar Disorder Too: Balancing Faith and Mental Illness by Kourtney

Kourtney — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 14:29:42 +0000

I am new to my faith and was diagnosed as an adult with bipolar 1. I was just recently hospitalized for my second time after I had unfortunately been convinced to stop one of my medications. I was suicidal and am not struggling to get back to a normal life. My job seems too much for me and I don’t make much to begin with. I never did any schooling either. I’m a single mom, looking for help. I begin a partial hospitalization program this next week as I feel like I wasn’t fully aware of many of the things I was doing and eating that were negatively affecting me and my sleep. Maintaining daily living is difficult. I’m praying for guidance in the program I will be attending. I thank you for your honesty.

Comment on Biblical Perspectives on Mental Health by CC

CC — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:05:28 +0000

Powerful, practical and precise. Loved this blog!

Comment on Christians Celebrating Halloween: Is There Any Correlation? by John Howard Stothers

John Howard Stothers — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 13:38:44 +0000

I liked your post about Halloween Jada .
Just one comment.
Did you mean to say …., no matter if a person wants to attend a Harvest Festival, pass out or receive candy, or even abstain from Halloween altogether, he key is to do so in a way that reflects your relationship with Christ because God judges our heart posture at the end of the day.
The Harvest Festival seems out of context to me . But does not detract really.
As for your fear reference and citing Proverbs 2: 12-14 a timely reminder for myself as to how a :harmless’ bit of fun can be twisted. into. Many X Box and other types of games can reward you for evil deeds and it nags at me that Halloween with Trick or Treat can be seen in two ways. One People can show love by giving sweets (candy) and ooh and ahh over great costumes. But on the other are we celebrating Evil? The Trick?
I think the Church has always struggled with incorporating the pagan into some form of accommodation. Indeed on All Saints day in medieval times I believe people would attend church wearing fancy dress depicting Good and evil. In the end the church will never be able to stop people dressing up.
Thanks for the insights
John (Belfast)

Comment on Bible Verses Against Depression and Anxiety by mst jannati akter

mst jannati akter — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:22:15 +0000

This article is truly inspiring and comforting. It’s a great reminder that even in moments of anxiety and depression, God is always with us and never forsakes us. I appreciate how the scriptures are shared in a way that provides both hope and practical guidance for daily struggles. Combining faith, prayer, and mindful actions can really help strengthen our mental and spiritual well-being.

Comment on Strength for the Life’s Challenges by Ric

Ric — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 00:11:57 +0000

This article is truly insightful. I deeply appreciate how you integrate spiritual perspective, self-reflection, and community in guiding readers to find strength amid life’s challenges. Thank you for offering such wise, compassionate encouragement it’s a meaningful reminder that we don’t have to face struggles alone.

Comment on Mental Health Stigma & How We Can Break It by Patricia

Patricia — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 23:55:42 +0000

The Christian Mental Health Initiative highlights the church’s pivotal role in dismantling mental health stigma by fostering open dialogues, integrating faith with professional care, and creating compassionate environments where individuals feel supported and understood.

Comment on Pastors and Therapy – 5 reasons why a Pastor could benefit from therapy by Emmanuel Okware