Through the Darkest Valley: The Lament Psalms and One Woman's Lifelong Battle Against Depression

Description: Idealistic farm girl Teresa cant wait to leave home to escape the ugliness. College offers her a soft landing place but her history and genetics haunt her. Later propelled by shame and possibilities she rides away on her motorcycle. But one cannot escape the wounds of the past or the God of creation. A fighter Teresa finds inspiration in a little known place--five thousand year old poetry known as the Psalms. Immerse yourself in Teresas world; see the battles of the world unfold in her path. Can love overcome fear? Can hope overcome depression? How does one find hope? Is healing possible? This inspiring true story includes helpful sidebars containing how-to information and assurance. Here is a close-up of the Holy Spirit in action. P.S. I wrote this book for you. I dont know you but I know suffering intimately. If this book helps you find what Ive found my suffering will have been worth it. You see I never thought life could be good; joy possible; hope present; or that healing would be around the corner. I believed I might as well be dead. If people knew who I really was they would despise me. Now I am glad to be alive. I am more than a survivor. The journey has been worthwhile. For a quick glimpse of my life go to www.newpathways.us. Endorsements: Cue the music bring up the lights . . . Ahh . . . the happy ending . . . screeeeechhh--Teresas gutsy moving account of her struggle with the monster called clinical depression is testimony to Gods love in the midst of suffering--thats right--in the midst of suffering. For those who suffer this book can be a comforting guide and message of hope in a culture so addicted to happy endings. Suffering is real for many and Teresas frank insightful and spiritual exploration of suffering is greatly needed. --Gary E. Nelson author of A Relentless Hope: Surviving the Storm of Teen Depression About the Contributor(s): Teresa S. Smith is the Director of New Pathways Ministry in Stafford Virginia.