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How to Find Bread and Water in the Dungeon of Depression

February 24, 2015Mike Leake 5 Comments

“He who has been in the dark dungeon knows the way to the bread and the water.” –Charles Spurgeon I’ve been in the dark dungeon. I’ve battled depression and anxiety for years. A few years ago I finally acknowledged this… Continue Reading →

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8 Books That Have Helped in Battling Depression

February 16, 2015Mike Leake 3 Comments

I’ve made no secret that I have seasons of depression. At present the lights are on and shining quite brightly. I’ve no idea if there will be another season of darkness on the horizon but I feel healthier than I… Continue Reading →

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What Should I Do When Prayer Makes Anxiety Worse?

November 12, 2014Mike Leake 1 Comment

This is what it is like in the dark times: Sorrow is overwhelming me. I find myself like David in Psalm 38, “my iniquities have gone over my head; like a heavy burden, they are too heavy for me”. I’m… Continue Reading →

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The Gospel Rescues Cynics

February 18, 2014Mike Leake 4 Comments

He looks a hardened twenty. His hands are calloused and his skin is darkened as is true with anyone spending days laboring in the sun. Sweat fills his brow and his face is filled with despondency. He doesn’t know that… Continue Reading →

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