Many today, maybe even some within the family of our church have struggled with dark thoughts that feel out of control. God created us unique, beautiful, and valuable. We are His vital, tangible and wonderful expressions in this world, yet many of us struggle with such identification. We are not alone. Great people in the Bible and throughout church history have often struggled with their worth. Today, I will deal frankly with the issue of depression, and it is my desire that you will find the foundation of hope in which to build your thought life upon.