Why Was Elijah Depressed?

Elijah has always been one of my favorite Bible characters, and I’m particularly intrigued by the chapter where he fights deep depression (1 Kings 19). The mighty prophet had witnessed…

Job’s Melancholy Birthday

At my age, birthdays are something I would prefer to forget rather than celebrate. Yet the greetings of “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” continue, and I’m always grateful for the nice sentiments. This…

The Cure for Bone-Deep Pain

I once met a man who had become addicted to prescription painkillers. “That must be terrible,” I empathized. “Where is your pain located?” I expected the man to tell me…