It was not the end of all of my depression, but it was the major turning point. I was overwhelmed that God would arrange this special message for me. Life became much easier, and in time I recovered fully. Although I have struggled with periodic moments of mild depression, I have never fallen into such a deep depression since. Looking back, I realize it was foolish of me not to ask for help.
Good things can come from bad things such as depression.
The great Protestant Reformer Martin Luther suggested that only those who had gone through the deep waters of despair and depression could fully understand the saving power of God. In my own case, this experience taught me that God could be trusted to carry me through absolutely anything. It has also made me more sensitive to other people's struggles. Shortly after my experience with depression, the college and career group was asked to lead an evening service in the church I was attending, and I was asked to speak. I described some of my experience with depression and suggested that only when we understand how deeply we need God will we really be willing to open ourselves up to receiving His power.