The theme is depression. It is not in hopelessness, however. The Psalms, Job, and other Scripture passages, show us that God invites us to pour the depths of our heart out to Him.
When we think of the word hope today, we understand it as self-help or wishful sentiments that can't reach us in our deep brokenness. This is not what God offers us. We seek Jesus Himself, a sure trust in which we can rely. Since Jesus experienced the pain of human experience, we have a Savior who knows our circumstances. In power and mercy, the risen Redeemer is a place of intimate safety. In Him, we have assurance during the darkest times.
God wants the real you, to transform the real you with the hope of His Son. We do not have to hide our pain. That is my hope through each struggle.
Artwork: © Jeffrey M Green. "Heavy", 11" x 14", graphite pencil.
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