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What does following Jesus actually look like when you're clinically depressed?

Not the "had a rough week" kind of down... the kind where getting out of bed feels impossible, joy feels foreign, and even praying feels like too much.

In this raw and honest episode, I'm sharing my own battle with major depressive disorder, and what I've learned about faith when everything feels heavy.

In this episode:

• Why "just choose joy" isn't helpful (and what actually is)
• What happened when I couldn't get out of bed for 3 days
• How God's response shattered everything I believed about my worth
• Why you can have faith AND depression at the same time
• Practical tools that kept me tethered to Jesus in the darkest seasons

The truth: Depression doesn't disqualify you from God's love. You're not failing at faith. You're human, and you're fighting a battle most people can't see.

🆘 Crisis Resources: If you're struggling with thoughts of suicide: Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)

💬 What's kept you connected to Jesus when it felt impossible? Share your story in the comments!

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