I floated on a sense of security and peace, and at that point, my faith felt unshakeable. You could feel the anticipation in the room as I was poked and prodded, and we watched the screen. Prayer isn't always enoughWhat complicated my situation was, as a devout Christian, I believed that if I prayed hard enough, confessed enough, and read my Bible enough, my depression would go away. I believed that if I prayed hard enough, confessed enough, and read my Bible enough, my depression would go away. This dose of reality has made me grateful for transparency I've discovered in church leaders who are addressing depression, and mental health issues.

Source: CNN May 20, 2018 09:45 UTC