Bible Study for Mental Health Awareness Month

 

Hope in the Darkness

A Bible Study for Those Struggling with Mental Health and Suicidal Thoughts


 

        1. Crying Out in Despair

    • Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6
    • Focus: David’s cry for help reminds us that we can be completely honest with God in our pain. He felt forgotten and overwhelmed, yet he ultimately chose to trust in God’s love. When life feels unbearable, God invites you to bring Him your struggles—not because He needs to hear them, but because He longs to comfort you.
    • Question: Have you ever felt forgotten or unseen? Take a moment to speak honestly to God, as David did. What would you say if you knew He was listening without judgment?
    • Reflection: Write a prayer or journal entry, expressing your deepest emotions to God. Allow yourself to be raw and honest—just as David was.


       2. God’s Presence in the Lowest Moments

    • Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8
    • Focus: Elijah, exhausted and hopeless, asked God to end his life. But instead of rebuke, God provided care—offering food, rest, and gentle encouragement. Even when you feel like giving up, God does not abandon you. His response is never condemnation—it is love, care, and quiet presence.
    • Question: In moments of deep exhaustion, what does care from God look like to you? How can you allow Him to meet you where you are—without shame or fear?
    • Reflection: Think back to a moment when you felt completely drained. How did God sustain you—even in ways you didn’t recognize at the time? What small way can you allow His care into your life today?

       3. God’s Unbreakable Love

    • Scripture: Romans 8:38-39
    • Focus: Paul declares that nothing—not hardship, despair, or even death—can separate us from God’s love. When you feel unworthy, hopeless, or alone, this truth remains: God’s love will never leave you. His love is relentless, holding onto you even when you feel like letting go.
    • Question: Imagine God’s love wrapping around you, even when life feels unbearable. What would change if you believed His love was holding you in this very moment?
    • Reflection: Close your eyes and picture God’s love as an unbreakable force surrounding you. If you could fully trust that love today, how would your perspective shift?

        4. Finding Strength Through Surrender

    • Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7
    • Focus: Paul reminds us to bring our anxieties to God, trusting that His peace will guard our hearts. Peace isn’t found by pretending everything is fine—it’s found by allowing God into our pain. He doesn’t expect perfection; He simply desires your trust.
    • Question: What burdens are you carrying that you need to surrender? If you could release just one weight today, what would it be?
    • Reflection: Take a deep breath and silently give one of your burdens to God. What do you notice? How does it feel to let go, even for a moment?

         5. A Future Beyond the Pain

    • Scripture: John 14:2
    • Focus: Jesus reassures His disciples that He is preparing a place for them—a promise of an eternal home and a future beyond suffering. Your pain is not the final chapter of your story. God has more planned for you, both in eternity and in the healing, He longs to bring right now.
    • Question: What if this pain is not the final chapter? If God has a future planned for you, how can you take one small step toward hope today?
    • Reflection: Hope is not always about feeling different instantly—it’s about choosing to move forward, even in small ways. What is one practical step you can take toward hope this week?

  6. You Are Not Abandoned

    • Scripture: John 14:18
    • Focus: Jesus promises, “I will not leave you as orphans.” In this, He assures us that we are never alone. Even when it feels like no one understands, God remains close walking through every storm, offering comfort and presence in even the darkest nights.
    • Question: Have you ever felt completely alone? What would it mean to truly believe that God is walking beside you—even now?
    • Reflection: In quiet moments, ask God to reveal His presence to you. What signs—big or small—have shown you that He has never left your side?

          7. Choosing Life and Hope

    • Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19-20
    • Focus: God presents a choice: life or death, blessing or curse. He calls us to choose life, reminding us that with Him, there is always a way forward. Choosing life does not mean pretending the pain isn’t real. It means believing that hope is still possible and that God longs to lead you into healing.
    • Question: If choosing life means trusting that your pain is not permanent, how can you take a step toward healing today? What small choice can you make to reach for hope?
    • Reflection: Think about one thing that brings you even a small amount of joy. Lean into it. Take time to notice how God may be working through it—even if it feels insignificant.




Suicide Prevention & Christian Mental Health Support

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts, 

HELP IS AVAILABLE. Please reach out to these resources:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24/7.
  • Crisis Text Line Text TALK to 741-741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
  • Veterans Crisis Line Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255 for veteran-specific support.
  • Mental Health Grace AllianceA Christ-centered approach to mental health recovery. Find resources and support at Mental Health Grace Alliance.
  • Focus on the Family Mental Health Resources Faith-based guidance and support for mental health struggles. Visit Focus on the Family.
  • Christian Mental Health Hotline Call 866-903-3787 for faith-based crisis support and counseling.
  • Life Seasons Support & Counseling Faith-based therapy and workshops blending biblical truth and science. Learn more at Life Seasons.



You are NOT ALONE! There is HOPE! There is HELP! YOU MATTER! YOU ARE ENOUGH! 

STAY ANOTHER DAY!

You Have a Purpose, a Story to Tell, a Testimony and God is still writing your story!


Together, Grace, Love, and Gratitude,

-Elizabeth








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