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May 6, 2021

Title: Reignite: A Fresh Focus for an Enduring Faith
Topic: Depression

Discussed by Dr. Jack Graham
with Dr. Jack Graham (www.jackgraham.org/)

Part 1 of 2

Dr. James Dobson once stated: “Half of all Americans are in the middle of a life crisis. The other half are just recovering or will be in one soon.”

Tim Clinton, President of the American Association of Christian Counselors, once stated: “Depression is the common cold of emotional disorders.”

Even pastors experience depression, like new guest Dr. Jack Graham, Pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. Today he shares his story.

To order your copy of Dr. Graham’s book, “Reignite: A Fresh Focus for an Enduring Faith”, click here.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Dr. Graham call his book the “COVID Book”?

Why did he write this book? Who can benefit from reading it?

Were Moses, David, and the Apostle Paul depressed at times? Was David, the great Psalmist, experience depression, too?

Why do people think that pastors are immune to depression?

Is there a humiliation surrounding depression and Christians? Dr. Graham admits there was a time in his life, even as Pastor, he would not have responded with the “right” answer if a church member told him he/she was depressed.

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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Reignite: A Fresh Focus for an Enduring Faith
Topic: Depression

Discussed by Dr. Jack Graham
with Dr. Jack Graham (www.jackgraham.org/)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who first noticed Dr. Graham’s altered mindset, prompting him to evaluate his depression and seek help?

What triggered Dr. Graham’s depression? Was there one specific moment or was it gradual over time?

Why did Dr. Graham feel like a “dead man walking”?

Did Satan whisper lies in his ear? Dr. Graham says that his faith in God never faltered. He knew God was by his side. It was friends, though, that really helped him climb out of depression.

This is a beautiful thought: There has never been a sunset that wasn’t followed by a sunrise. What does this mean to Dr. Graham?

Does healing begin in the Word? Is memorizing and meditating on Scripture important for healing and growth?

Does God long to restore and reignite our lives?

Does the church need reignited members?

Closing thoughts: Christ is our hope. Be patient. Seek help from counselors and friends. Hope is not wishful thinking. Hope is the certainty that our future is in the hands of God’s.

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