Several years ago I let a life disappointment take me into a six-month pit of depression. I discovered that for many people depression is based on one lie in particular: “You can’t be happy unless....” It has different endings for different people: “u nless your health improves...unless your finances improve... unless an important relationship improves...unless you get a better job... etc.” Only when I quit listening to this lie, did I start to recover and embrace the truth: My happiness depends on one circumstance alone— my relationship with Jesus, who will never leave or forsake me ( Hebrews 13:5 ). “ Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. .. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. ” ~ Jesus, John 14:27, John 16:33 If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, encourage them to focus on the...