This message“Lessons Learned in Depression, That Couldn’t Be Learned on the Mountaintop”  will be a quick read today.  As I think about this depression over the past 2 years or so, here are some things that I have learned about myself, God, and life.

1. I matter, I am not bad, I have power, I can do good, I can love, I am worthy, I am joy.
2. God has a purpose not only for me but for every single believer.
3. It’s not enough to just to go to church once a week.
4. When God says to give the first fruits of your work and tithe he doesn’t do that to punish you.  He does it to bless you.
5. I’ve learned how to pray more effectively to God.
6. I’ve learned that money isn’t everything.
7. I’ve learned God isn’t a vengeful God, but a jealous God that is after…