One of the Tools in My Toolbox

For some time, my favorite story from the scriptures is the story of Job. He is wealthy, has family and friends, and it is all taken away. His friends come and suggest he is guilty of some grievous sin that brought on the calamity. Through it all, Job stays true to his faith and conviction. In my favorite passage, he says,

"For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:

And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God:"

(Job 19:25-26)

I've always hoped that if I was tried, I too could stand strong as Job. Over the past few years with the depression I've been feeling, and how I've felt like I've been repeatedly kicked while down, I’m not so confident.

A few days ago, the missionaries were over for dinner. When they were going to share a message, they showed us this video. Mountains to Climb. I came to a realization that my foundation of faith had been slowly eroding and wearing away. I know from past experiences that having a strong foundation of faith has helped me through some difficult and trying times. Some of them through the first few year of my struggles with depression. I'm coming to the realization that rebuilding that foundation will be a powerful component in my plan to deal with my depression.

While I know that it is a little early to say anything definitively, I'm seeing a difference. It is only a few days in, but it is a start. Today I was in a good mood and felt great.