Proverbs 18:14

The Passion Translation

The will to live sustains you when you’re sick, but depression crushes courage and leaves you unable to cope.

Cross References

Psalm 109:22

I’m so broken, needy and hurting. My heart is pierced through and I’m so wounded.

Psalm 147:3

He heals the wounds of every shattered heart.

Psalm 55:5

Fear and dread overwhelm me. I shudder before the horror I face.

Proverbs 15:13

A cheerful heart puts a smile on your face, but a broken heart leads to depression.

Proverbs 17:22

A joyful, cheerful heart brings healing to both body and soul. But the one whose heart is crushed struggles with sickness and depression.

2 Corinthians 1:12

We rejoice in saying with complete honesty and a clear conscience that God has empowered us to conduct ourselves in a holy manner and with no hidden agenda. God’s marvelous grace enables us to minister to everyone with pure motives, not in the clever wisdom of the world. This is especially true in all of our dealings with you.

2 Corinthians 2:7

Instead of more punishment, what he needs most is your encouragement through your gracious display of forgiveness.

James 1:2

My fellow believers, when it seems as though you are facing nothing but difficulties, see it as an invaluable opportunity to experience the greatest joy that you can!

1 Peter 1:6

May the thought of this cause you to jump for joy, even though lately you’ve had to put up with the grief of many trials.