Overcoming Depression and Anxiety Attacks | BOLD Testimony [Video]

 

Know that healing and overcoming is possible. 

I used to be overcome by depression and paralyzed by anxiety attacks. I dealt with low self-esteem, no confidence. The enemy tried it, but GOD turned it around. Faith helped me move into freedom and continues to EVERY DAY. I realized over time that once the step is made, more directions will be given, but the FIRST STEP has to be taken.

It was a process, I was led to a great church where growth is the focal point and the Spirit of GOD moves. Grace played the ultimate part in my deliverance. It's truly a privilege more than people realize to have a little bit of bible scripture to acknowledge during down times, because it's powerful. It makes the greatest impact.

Faith is making the first step regardless of the situation and trusting that GOD's word is real. Once we make that first step the next move comes. Consider the first step to be the foundation. The foundation is The Word.

The process can look like putting one foot in front of the other. 
(Check out the short inspirational film below:)

The word opens up a world of promise. Here are a few scriptural promises and truths that can be counted on to order our steps:

• no weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and this is their vindication from me,” declares the LORD - Isaiah 54:17

 

• For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. - John 3:16

 

• Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, - Ephesians 3:20

 

• Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. - Hebrews 11:1

 

While success and overcoming looks different for everybody, the method that's proven and time tested is making the first step in GOD's direction.

How has your overcoming journey looked? Share in the comments. We would love to feature your BOLD Testimony. You can connect with Breath Of Life Daily on all outlets @BOLDJournal

Lecrae Speaks About Depression, How To Cope, and How He Dealt With It!

It's National Suicide Prevention Week (September 5th-11th) and two-time Grammy Award-winning artist and New York Times best-selling author, LECRAE, shares that he too has suffered from crippling depression. 

In a riveting video posted on his YouTube channel, Lecrae, a survivor of sexual, verbal and physical abuse reveals that in 2018, he woke up after a night of binge drinking in a clinical depression. He also shares how he dealt with deep wounds from his childhood and the journey that has led to his personal restoration!

Feel free to watch, share, and post this story it may resonate with someone.

If you're at the "Deep End," don't "Drown!" There are people standing by to help you! Call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255. Remember that God has a plan and purpose for your life that is greater than your challenges!

-- Jackie Asare

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Overcoming Anxiety GOD's Way

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The cure for anxiety is peace. I know you might be reading this like duh, that's obvious. It definitely is, but it's my sincere prayer that we all really begin to choose peace, and the way that leads to it.

In Psalm 139:23 when we read that David prayed for GOD to lead him in "the way" everlasting after first knowing his anxious thoughts. It seems like it's the same "way" that's advised in Proverbs 3:5-6 when Solomon says GOD will direct our paths and make them straight, when we trust in Him with all of our heart.

Then in Philippians 4:8 Paul comes in and says: think about all the good, praise worthy stuff and the GOD of peace will be with you. 

Ok then, Lord! You mean with me on this way, with me as I travel on this journey called life where so many things happen, but when I trust you, when I set my mind on you and your glory, and when I pray, then your peace will be with me?

That sounds like a winning plan. Focus on the fact that GOD loves us and not who doesn't "like" us or what seems to be working against us. #GodlyRelationshipGoals The win and the peace is in GOD's love and paying serious attention to it. 

Here are some scriptures that mention exactly the power of doing overcoming anxiety GOD's way.

David Prayed:

"Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting." - Psalms 139:23-24

Solomon Advised:

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6

Paul Teached:

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Philippians 4:8

"Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. - Philippians 4:9

I hope and pray you're putting your mind on GOD's love today. If you would like to know more about overcoming anxiety GOD's way please connect with us in the Facebook Group BOLD Prayer and Inspiration on the official Breath Of Life Daily Facebook Page.

Break Free From Anxiety

Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

It's Over! I didn't realize that anxiety such a big issue for me as it was. Since I've finally realized how it was working in my life and all the ways it held me back and tried to keep me stagnant. It was only right to speak up and Declare Freedom! Declare real breakthrough! The relationship is over!  I'll no longer be bound or bullied. There is Freedom in GOD's word. The confidence to overcome can be found in every testimony and experience in faith along the way.  I recently shared what it's looked like for me overtime and ways to break free! Annoyed with anxiety too? You can check out the video below. . .