Released in the UK January 2022
Released in the US January 2022
Trade paperback | 112 Pages
9781527107892 • £7.99 $10.99
BISAC – REL012070
Is It Unspiritual to Be Depressed?
Loved by God in the Midst of Pain
Paul Ritchie
Pastor writing from experience with mental illness
Answers tough questions on suicide, guilt, sin
Focuses on reality of gospel
Writing from his own experience as a pastor who has struggled with depression, anxiety and O.C.D., Paul Ritchie addresses some of the big questions that Christians with mental illnesses and those around them might ask. Although he deals frankly with the reality of mental illness in a fallen world, he shows how the gospel is good news for those suffering. He applies the truth of the gospel, assuring readers that they can take God at his word, even when their brain tells them to doubt. His final chapter also gives helpful advice for those who want to help friends or family who are depressed.
Paul Ritchie
Paul Ritchie is the husband of Caroline and father of Anya, Ronan & Sian. He serves as pastor to Limerick Baptist Church. His ministry has been deepened by his own experience of O.C.D. and struggles with anxiety. He is a devoted Munster Rugby fan and loves a game of pitch & putt.
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Christian Focus
What a superb book. I so benefited from reading it.
John Samuel
Pastor, Duke Street Church, Richmond, London
Written with grace, wisdom, and from personal experience, the book will carefully and gently help readers navigate some difficult pastoral issues relating to mental health.
Peter Orr
Lecturer in New Testament, Moore Theological College, Sydney
… deals with many of the misconceptions and misunderstandings that exist around these issues. The prayers at the end of each chapter that are based on the Psalms are so helpful. The overriding message of this book is that you can know God, the true God, as he has revealed himself in the Scriptures in whatever you are facing in life, and know his love and care.
Joan Singleton
Lecturer in Pastoral Care, Irish Bible Institute, Dublin, Ireland
There are books addressing depression from a clinical, personal or spiritual perspective. What sets this one apart is the fact that it addresses the issue from all three perspectives. You will be challenged by Paul’s honesty, his empathy for others and his ceaseless focus on the Gospel. In fact, you will never think about the issue the same way again.
David Blevin
Sky News