And further, my son, be admonished by these. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is wearisome to the flesh. Ecclesiastes 12:12
On the surface it would appear that perhaps avoiding Bible study for a bit during a seasonal depression might be the ticket. After all, do we not have this verse to learn from? My experience has shown me that no depression, anxiety, fear, funk, or even slightly down feeling can be improved by avoiding the Word of God. That experience does not stand against the wisdom Solomon discovered. And it is interesting to note that Solomon wrote this down about 1,500 years before the printing press, followed by electrical transmission and machinery would show us just how many books can be printed! There does come a time to rest from study, and that time is a great time to just meditate and pray on the verses studied in the Bible. But that temptation: I feel a little down, better avoid the Bible? Nope, doesn't work for me.
Have a joyous day with Jesus!
Bucky
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