Hearing Jesus Speak to Our Depression

by Ronald “Dee” Vaughan

Does our Christian faith have anything to say about depression?

I heard that question many times in the forty-one years I served as a lead pastor, chaplain, and support group leader. This is not an academic question for those who ask it.  It is the longing of a seeking, struggling soul. I know that question on a very personal level as I have faced seasons of depression. I needed help of many kinds: Medical, therapeutic, and supportive; but I also longed to find God in my struggle and hear Christ speak truth and healing into my life.

My own experience with depression has given me a deep desire to offer help and hope to others facing the same challenge. That desire has led me to write two books on the depression experience and to lead a variety of study and support groups to help people learn about depression and how their faith can be a source of emotional healing. Serving as a Pinnacle associate, I’d like to offer what I’ve learned with the many people connected to Pinnacle Leadership Associates.

On Monday, September 14, 2026, at 2:00 pm EDT (1:00 PM CDT), I will host a free webinar to introduce you to truths and practices through which God can speak to your depression. We will also preview the upcoming eight-session online study and support group based on my book, Seeing in the Dark: Biblical Meditations for People Dealing with Depression.  

I believe Jesus wants to speak to our depression.  Meeting, learning, sharing, and praying together, I’m convinced we can hear His voice more clearly.  If you have questions about the webinar and the group experience, please feel free to connect with me at rdvaughans@gmail.com.  You may sign up for the free webinar HERE.