Hope Prevails Bible Study Resources for Depression
Helpful articles and videos to use as a resource for those facilitating or participating in a Hope Prevails Bible Study.
Welcome to the Resource page for the Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
A personal welcome from Dr. Michelle Bengtson.
Introduction to Dr. Michelle Bengtson.
Billy Graham has said, “What oxygen is to the lungs hope is to our world.”
Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares about the statistics surrounding the growing epidemic of depression and offers to speak to your group regarding depression’s signs, symptoms, and the hope that exists for those who suffer.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares three points on depression.
- What is depression?
- Causes of depression.
- Spiritual components of depression.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson interviewed on Life Today TV by Sheila Walsh and Randy Robison.
To watch the video, click here: Dr. Michelle Bengtson on Life Today TV.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson’s TV Interview with Todd Cantelon of 100 Huntley Street, Canada’s longest running daily talk show.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares who Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey through Depression is for. It’s not just for the depressed individual. It’s for everyone.
Letter to My Depressed Self
Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares a letter she wrote to herself and included in the book, Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey through Depression.
Chapter 1: This thing called depression
This thing called depression.
Chapter 2: You are not alone
Hope-Filled Perspective: Depressed? Anxious? There is help & hope. Do you want to get well?
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Hope Prevails! Maybe you can relate
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Chapter 3: The underlying causes of depression
Hope Prevails! No shame in depression
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Chapter 4: Recognize you have an enemy
Depression contributes to loneliness
Chapter 5: Recover your joy
Dr. Michelle Bengtson: The Thief of Joy (James Robison / LIFE Today TV excerpt from full interview).
Hope filled perspective – Don’t let comparison steal your joy
Hope Filled Perspective: You Can Have Joy
Hope-Filled Perspective: Don’t Compare Your Backstage With Someone Else’s Onstage
Hope Prevails! Joy Comes in the Morning
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Seek God’s Presence to Recover Joy
Chapter 6: Reclaim your peace
Hope-filled perspective: there is no shame in needing help
Anxiety the Thief of Peace
Chapter 7: Reestablish your identity
Hope-filled perspective: You are who God says you are and no less
9 Truths from God’s Word: What God Says About You
Reestablish your identity
Hope-filled perspective: there is no shame in needing help
Anxiety the Thief of Peace
No Matter What You are a Child of God
Chapter 8: Know your worth
Your Worth Your Identity Whose Opinion Counts
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Know your worth
Every fear is based on a lie
You Are Worth It
Chapter 9: Remember your secure destiny
Your Destiny is Secure
Chapter 10: Be confident that nothing separates you from God’s love
God is Always With Us
Nothing Separates Us From God’s Love
Your Destiny is Secure
Chapter 11: God uses your pain
7 Unexpected Ways Depression Changed and Challenged Me
Your Pain is Never Wasted
Chapter 12: The way to hope
Free to Choose
Take Time for Praise and Gratitude
Hope Prevails Bible Study Music Playlist
Visit this Music Playlist on YouTube for inspiration and encouraging music referenced in each chapter of the Hope Prevails Bible Study.
Helpful Articles on Depression
No Pain is Wasted: Finding Hope in Suffering
In life, we often encounter moments of great pain and suffering that can leave us feeling lost and hopeless. However, let’s remember that “no pain is wasted.” These hardships, no matter how difficult, can serve a purpose and lead to transformation and growth. Even in our darkest moments, there is a glimmer of hope and a chance for our pain to be used for something greater.
9 Ways to Help the Suicidal: A Guide for Concerned Friends
Are you worried about a friend who may be contemplating suicide? Feeling uncertain about how to offer support? You’re not alone. Many individuals grapple with these concerns when faced with a loved one’s mental health struggles. In this guide, we’ll explore practical ways of helping the suicidal through their darkest moments. These strategies can offer hope and support to those in need.
ProActively Beat the Winter Blues with the Power of Prayer
Don’t let the winter blues hold you back. Discover the proven benefits of prayer for mental health and well-being. Take a step towards inner peace and joy today and proactively beat the winter blues with the power of prayer!
7 Scriptures to Fight the Winter Blues: God’s Promises to Conquer Darkness
Combat the winter blues by harnessing the transformative power of God’s promises. Discover how reciting His word can bring hope and joy as you fight the blues.
5 Tips to Boost Your Social Engagement and Beat the Blues
Discover proactive strategies to improve your emotional well-being during colder months. Dive into biblical perspectives on how to boost your social engagement so you can beat the blues and overcome isolation. Shorter days, darker skies, and colder temperatures often rob us of our emotional equilibrium and can throw us into the pit with the winter-time blues. Do not be tempted to buy into the lie that there is nothing you can do about it.
Unlock the Key to Sweet Dreams and Conquer the Winter Blues
Proactively beat the blues with a game-changing strategy! Dive into the power of consistent sleep schedules – a key to conquering the winter blues. Discover the science behind quality sleep and embrace a winter of peace.
Are You Hiding Behind a Mask?
Uncover the hidden reasons we wear masks and the toll it takes on our well-being. Explore the journey to authenticity and discover the freedom that comes with embracing your true self. It’s time to break free from the facade! Peel off the mask and step into the real you! Embrace authenticity for a life filled with purpose and joy.
Defeat the Winter Blues with a 15 Minute Secret Weapon
Dive into the power of a 15-minute secret weapon to uplift your mood and defeat the winter blues: daily exercise! Uncover the wisdom from Proverbs and discover how a dash of faith can transform your physical and spiritual strength. Ready to take the first step? Let’s conquer the blues together!
New Hope for Beating Winter Depression: Tips to Conquer the Darkness
Are you feeling down and struggling with winter depression? There is hope! Winter depression can be a difficult battle, but there are tips and strategies that can help you conquer the darkness. Whether you’re dealing with seasonal affective disorder or a case of the winter blues, these suggestions will provide encouragement and support. Let’s dive in and discover new hope for beating winter depression together!
Meet the Author
Dr. Michelle Bengtson
DR. MICHELLE BENGTSON (PhD, Nova Southeastern University) has been a neuropsychologist for more than twenty years. She completed postdoctoral training at both the Henry Ford Hospital and the University of Alabama Health Sciences Center. She lives in the Dallas/Fort Worth area with her husband, their two sons, and two dogs. She offers more hope at www.DrMichelleBengtson.com. Because of Him, #HopePrevails!
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