Love Jesus and still feel depressed? You are not broken, and you are not alone.

In this honest conversation, Heather sits down with Gabe Cox to talk about what depression can really feel like as a Christian and why so many believers carry shame around something they were never meant to hide. Gabe shares her personal story of struggling silently while looking "fine" on the outside, and how real healing began when she stopped pretending, got honest, and started getting the right kind of help. This episode makes space for the Christian woman who loves Jesus but still feels heavy, foggy, tired, or stuck.

This episode is for the Christian who has prayed, pushed through, stayed busy, and tried to be strong—but still feels the weight of anxiety or depression and wonders what's wrong with her. If you've ever felt ashamed for struggling, afraid to ask for help, or confused about what healing is supposed to look like, this conversation will meet you with honesty and hope.

You'll gain:

• clarity around why depression in Christians is often hidden behind shame

• encouragement to stop assuming struggle means spiritual failure

• insight into what it can look like to get real help and pursue healing honestly

• hope that healing is possible, even if your journey has felt long

• language for the tension of loving Jesus while still battling heaviness

Listen now and then go subscribe to Gabe Cox's show, Pursuing Goals God's Way. You can also connect with Gabe at redhotmindset.com.

Scripture: Psalm 34:18 — "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed."

Prayer: Father, thank You that You are not intimidated by our pain. I ask that the listener would feel seen, safe, and supported by You today. Break shame, lift heaviness, and lead them toward the healing and help they need. Remind them they are not failing You by being honest. In Jesus' name, amen.

Declaration: I am not abandoned, disqualified, or too broken to heal. Jesus meets me in truth, and I can receive help without shame.

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