Depression: Looking Up from the Stubborn Darkness (Revised Edition)

Where Is God in the Struggle?

Looking away from despair towards hope can feel risky. What if God doesn’t come through for you? What if you don’t feel instantly better? Instead of offering simple platitudes or unrealistic “cure–all” formulas, Edward T. Welch addresses the complex nature of depression with compassion and insight, applying the rich treasures of the gospel, and giving fresh hope to those who struggle. Originally published as Depression: A Stubborn Darkness: Light for the Path, this new edition is updated with added content.

This book gives real hope for those who struggle with depression, and for the people who love them. Dr. Ed Welch writes compassionately on the complex nature of depression and sheds light on the path toward deep, lasting healing. Welch considers carefully the spiritual, medical, and emotional factors that contribute to depression. Even more important is his insight into the impact of these factors? interaction. If depression has touched your life in any way, you can be helped by this practical and far–reaching approach.

Edward T. Welch (M.Div., Biblical Theological Seminary; Ph.D. in counseling psychology, University of Utah) is a licensed psychologist and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He has counseled for over twenty–five years and has written many books including When People Are Big and God Is Small; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest; Crossroads: A Step–by–Step Guide Away from Addiction; and When I Am Afraid: A Step–by–Step Guide Away from Fear and Anxiety. Ed and his wife Sheri have two married daughters and four grandchildren.