Depression affects more than thoughts and emotions—it shapes relationships, alters our sense of belonging, and can deeply impact our experience of God. In Part 3 of When the Soul Feels Heavy, we explore the social and spiritual dimensions of depression through the lens of mental health research, Scripture, and pastoral care.

This conversation examines why social withdrawal often accompanies depression, how loneliness intensifies suffering, and how shame and perceived burden prevent people from seeking support. We also address common spiritual misunderstandings that frame depression as weak faith, and instead highlight the biblical language of lament found throughout the Psalms and the story of Job.

Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and Christian theology, this episode offers a compassionate vision for faith communities—one rooted not in pressure or performance, but in presence, patience, and endurance in love. Healing begins where isolation ends, and where divine and human presence meet.

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