What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to "choose joy" and "pray more." So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. Our guest will offer a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, she will share her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, she will help you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better.