How could depression ever be a good thing?

It's risky to look at depression in a positive light. This illness is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It threatens lives, steals hope, and destroys the spirit. But it can also be an opportunity for growth. Through her personal experience, Sharon L. Fawcett reveals how.

Recognize the spiritual roots of depression, learn three powerful spiritual treatments, and discover four purposes of pain. Whether you or a loved one struggles with this illness, there is hope for wholeness.

ILLUMINATING THE DARKNESS

1. Caught in the Deluge of Depression
2. Seeking Understanding
3. Good News About Depression
4. The Battle Between Life and Death
5. Wife and Mother Gone AWOL
   John Bul Dau: The Power of Hope

IDENTIFYING SPIRITUAL ROOTS

6. Spiritual Malnourishment
7. Shame
8. Fear
9. Unforgiveness
   Story of Hope: Immaculee Ilibagiza- Power of Forgiveness

EXPLORING SPIRITUAL TREATMENTS

10. Consistent Spiritual Sustenance
11. The Fine Art of Balance
12. Life Beyond the Wasteland
13. Recommended Resources

• Appendix A: Recommended Resources
• Appendix B: How to Help a Loved One Who Is Depressed
• Appendix C: How to Help Yourself When Caring for a Depressed Loved One