Encouragement and Hope for Battling Depression

We’re glad you’ve discovered Endurance. We hope our site provides assurance that you are not alone. We know what you are going through is a unique situation, but we can also relate. We’ve been there— and now we want to help provide safe place of comfort, encouragement and hope for you.

How We Overcame Depression

It was a lonely, agonizing journey—more difficult than we ever could have imagined. But our journey of suffering was not hopeless.

Am I Depressed?

Depression is the result of a chemical depletion and is a legitimate medical problem- not a spiritual problem.

Chronic Pain and Depression

Many physical, emotional, and spiritual factors can trigger depression.

Relevant Articles

If you or someone you love is battling depression, we hope these articles will provide words of encouragement and endurance for the journey.

Depression

When Sighs Are All There Are

May 1, 2019

Give ear to my words, O Lord, consider my sighing. Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray. PSALM 5:1-2 (NIV) When we find ou...

Depression

Trusting the Holy Spirit Within Me

September 27, 2016

“I’m baptizing you here in the river turning your old life in for a kingdom life. The real action comes next: The main character in this drama – compa...

Depression

My Cry For Help

August 24, 2016

Listen, God! Please pay attention! Can you make sense of these ramblings, my groans and cries? King-God, I need your help. PSALM 5:1-2 (THE MESSAGE) I...

Endurance Resources

These resources share some of the best answers and sources of inspiration we’ve found that have touched our hearts and comforted thousands. Endurance resources are available in English and may be purchased for personal, educational or religious use; all proceeds benefit Endurance. We currently ship materials to addresses within the U.S. and Canada.

Depression

People who are battling a serious illness or loss are especially prone to depression. Caregivers and family members are also at risk. The chemicals that keep our brain functioning can become depleted during times of stress. Depression is the result of a chemical depletion and is a legitimate medical problem- not a spiritual problem.

Anger

Anger – normally seen as a negative emotion – is not an uncommon companion on the journey through the valley of suffering .

Fear

The waves of fear faced by those who battle cancer can be overwhelming, sometimes even debilitating. But life goes on despite our fears. So when we feel fear’s clammy grip, what can we do?

Pain

No one wants to suffer – no one enjoys suffering – it is even worse when we are taken by surprise – blindsided by the painful trial – there is no perfect time to fit suffering into your schedule.

FIND HOPE

If you feel lost in the darkness of a strange and unknown place – be assured there is a hope that will not lead you to disappointment!


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FIND PEACE

For many of us, Peace is a bit of a mystery. We want peace, especially when adversity turns our life upside down. As we unravel the mystery of peace, we may discover that its more attainable than we think.


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Dave Dravecky’s Story

“But our journey of suffering was not hopeless. Through it we discovered the power of endurance—not in our own ability, but in the comfort, encouragement and hope that God provides.”

Meet Jan & Dave Dravecky

Facing cancer, amputation, and depression, Dave and his wife Jan eventually found hope.

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