Q2. (Psalms 42-43). What is the psalmist feeling during this spiritual struggle?
The psalmist is feeling empty,needy,discouraged,sad and abandoned.
How does he combat his spiritual depression?
He combats depression by crying out to God to lead him towards light and truth and hope. He repents from staying stuck in the muck and becomes willing to feel the pain.
Have you ever felt this way? How did you reach out to God at this time?
There have been a number of times when I have struggled with anxiety and depression about circumstances in my life. I reached out to God by totally surrendering ALL of my will. (This usually involves a lot of crying, complaining and writing in my case) I read His word for direction. I stay close to fellow Christians as God speaks to me through others and provides support.I also use self talk....repeating favorite scriptures, slogans such as "this too shall pass...." and "take it one day at a time". I also need to remind myself that I need to be patient and wait for God's timing for solutions to be revealed. All too often, I try to control situations instead of waiting upon the Lord. I get angry that He doesn't save me right away....I am learning to wait upon the Lord.