Light in a Dark Place - Encountering Depression

by Carlton L. Coon Sr.

Darkness is affected by even the tiniest light. Depression, you know, if you have been there, is dark. It is a dark that is almost tangible, and the great fear is, “This time, I’ll never escape.” When depression comes no aspect of life is unaffected. Mind, body, emotion, and spirit are slowed. Those who have not been there, seldom understand. In this book, the struggle of depression is validated. Depression is real. Its presence does not indicate a person is a terrible sinner. Depression is described and symptoms presented in ways easy to understand. Most important, here you can find a glimmer of light. Over 2/3 of the book is devoted to responses for fighting back against depression. This book has been noted for its apt description of depression. People have said, “He described me.” It is also noted for providing practical help, for even a tiny light is better than indescribable darkness. Take a look inside. The section available to read will make you want this book - for yourself and others.

151 pages, Paperback

Published March 19, 2019

Reviews

[Ryan French]

In Grief Observed, the famed Christian philosopher C.S. Lewis (1898-1963) wrote, “When He (God) seemed most gracious, He was really preparing the next torture.” I have a massive volume of C.S. Lewis quotes carefully alphabetized, calligraphed, and categorized for ease of use. Not surprisingly, the publisher didn’t include the above quote. The image of Lewis questioning the goodness of God doesn’t jive with our perception of the preeminent Christian thinker best known for writing things like: “The great thing to remember is that though our feelings come and go, God’s love for us does not.” And yet, these two seemingly incongruent statements by Lewis make sense when viewed through the lens of his lifelong battle with depression. That battle intensified dramatically after Lewis’ beloved wife succumbed to the ravages of cancer, which is the primary subject of the work mentioned above (Grief Observed). But the melancholy portrayal of God “preparing the next torture” is a painfully candid example of Lewis momentarily allowing depression to taint his view of God. Eventually, in Grief Observed, he veers back into an understanding of God’s ultimate goodness.

Keep reading my review here https://ryanafrench.com/special-guest...

[TR Precht · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. I could read myself into several situations from seasons in my life. Was a great read and only wish I had read it sooner.