Seasons in the Dark

An Anthology for Believers Struggling with Depression and Anxiety

Chris Lee

• Publisher: Resource Publications
• Year: 2025
• eBook ISBN:
  9798385260928
• Print ISBN:
  9798385260904
  9798385260911

In Seasons in the Dark, the stigma and silence around mental health in Christian life are shattered. This anthology dives into the raw, turbulent waters where faith meets despair, offering a lifeline to those who believe in a God who heals, saves ,and sets free--and yet find themselves struggling under the weight of depression and anxiety. Seasons in the Dark is a collection of six short fiction stories interwoven with reflective poetry and a poignant devotion, offering spiritual insight and solace for those grappling with the struggles of mental health. The stories and poems weave luminous threads of hope, trust, and freedom, charting a course through the darkness. They are quiet, subtle beacons in the fog of despair, whispering direction, belonging, and identity. With empathy and honesty, Seasons in the Dark provides a safe, nonjudgmental space, reminding readers that they are not alone. Here, there is no pressure to "fix" yourself, but rather an invitation to see the hand of a loving God who is with you through it all--even if you don't feel it right now. This collection doesn't deny the reality of those feelings, but offers comfort and strength for the journey ahead.

Table of contents

• Title Page
• 1. Wastelands
• 2. Seasons
• 3. Free for Freedom
• 4. Overboard
• 5. Psalms: A Reflection
• 6. In the Driver’s Seat
• 7. Fear vs. Faith
• 8. A Brighter Light
• 9. Beyond: A Journey into Prayer
• 10. Shevach
• 11. Despair Knocks
• 12. My Father the King (The Prodigal Princess)
• 13. Study Questions