A disturbed and deeply troubled individual went to a psychiatrist to relieve his anxiety. He awoke melancholy every morning, and he went to bed in the evening deeply depressed. His day was marked by darkness and clouds. He could not find relief from this anxiety. In his desperate condition, he decided to seek the help of a psychiatrist. The psychiatrist listened to him for almost an hour. Finally, he leaned toward his patient and said to him, "You know, there is a local show at the theater. I understand a new Italian clown is leaving the people laughing in the aisles. He is getting rave reviews from the critics. Maybe he is the one that will bring back your happiness. Why don''t you go see this professional clown and laugh your troubles away." With a sad expression, the patient muttered, "…
Depression: When the Spirit Is Faint
Psalm 142:1-7
Psalm 142:1-7
Sermon
by Eric Ritz
by Eric Ritz
Dynamic Preaching, The Ritz Collection, by Eric Ritz