Moosetash

“Suffering nags us with questions about God in a way that comfort never could.”
― Edward T. Welch, Depression: Looking Up from the Stubborn Darkness

“You do not exist in this world to get things done. You exist to glorify God by doing good to others.”
― Tim Challies, Do More Better: A Practical Guide to Productivity

“Yet weakness—or neediness—is a valuable asset in God’s community. Jesus introduced a new era in which weakness is the new strength. Anything that reminds us that we are dependent on God and other people is a good thing. Otherwise, we trick ourselves into thinking that we are self-sufficient, and arrogance is sure to follow. We need help, and God has given us his Spirit and each other to provide it.”
― Edward T. Welch, Side by Side: Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love

“Joy is not the opposite of depression. It is deeper than depression. Therefore, you can experience both. Depression is the relentless rain. Joy is the rock. Whether depression is present or not, you can stand on joy.”
― Edward T. Welch, Depression: Looking Up from the Stubborn Darkness