Depression and panic What does grace look like for me during this time? My vulnerability is met with kindness, affirmation, encouragement. Uncovering the "big scary" in my life takes away its power to control me by exposing it to the living light of love. Grace leads me to embrace who I am as a hand-crafted image carrier of Triune God instead of letting the depth of darkness define these moments in my life. Grace opens the door in my life for encouragement, unfettered love, acts of kindness to come in and flood a life that is parched with desperation. From those who have been in this place to those who have never experienced depression I am given prayer, encouragement, care, concern, hope, reciprocated vulnerability. These are building a breakwater, a harbor of safety, from the onslaught. The guys I do life with jumped into action, without hesitation. They know the path and we walk it together. I was surprised by a phone call from a longtime friend and mentor ...
Compassion is the pathway to mercy. Mercy is the dwelling place of grace. Grace is the divine empowerment to be who I am and to act from that identity. Grace is an unmerited gift bestowed upon me. It is available for all who seek it.