Depression can have you wondering if you’re the only person who’s ever struggled with it. But you’re not. Scripture can offer encouragement and wisdom — but it shouldn’t be the only resource. While asking for help can seem difficult, talk to a trusted loved one, like a friend, parent, or mentor, or licensed counselor about how you’re feeling.

Psalm 23:4

“Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.” 

John 16:33

“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”  

Psalm 34:17-18

“The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” 

Ecclesiastes 7:3

“Sorrow is better than laughter, for sadness has a refining influence on us.” 

Matthew 11:28 (ESV)

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” 

Psalm 30:5

“For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime! Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.” 

Lamentations 3:22-24 (NIV)

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.’”