What does the Bible say about discouragement?

Scripture acknowledges discouragement, and passages like Psalm 42 and 2 Corinthians 4 remind us to place our hope in God, remembering His promises and eternal perspective.

Does struggling with depression mean I lack faith?

No. Many faithful believers in Scripture wrestled with sorrow, grief, and weakness. The gospel shows us that Christ meets us in our suffering and gives strength, comfort, and endurance.

How can Christian men fight discouragement?

Christian men can fight discouragement by praying honestly, staying in the Word, remaining in biblical community, remembering eternity, and trusting in the hope of Christ.

Fighting Discouragement and Depression, A Christ-Centered Encouragement for Men

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Warriors of Grace

Date: December 9, 2025

Title: Fighting Discouragement and Depression

Scripture: Psalm 42; 2 Corinthians 4:16–18

Episode Summary

Many men face discouragement and depression in silence. In this episode of Warriors of Grace, Dave Jenkins explains how God meets us in seasons of despair with sustaining grace, renewing strength, and real hope in Christ. Drawing from Psalm 42 and 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, this episode equips men to anchor their hearts in God’s promises and walk forward with courage.

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Episode Notes

Welcome back to Warriors of Grace. My name is Dave Jenkins, and it’s a privilege to be with you today. We’re continuing our series “Challenges Men Face Today.” We’ve considered lust, passivity, anger, fear, technology, success, fatherhood, brotherhood, contentment, and pride. Today, we’re going to address something that many men face in silence: discouragement and depression.

Psalm 42:5 — “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation.”

2 Corinthians 4:16–18 — “So we do not lose heart… For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”

These passages teach us that in discouragement, we lift our eyes to God, His presence, His promises, and His sustaining grace.

Practical Takeaways

Pray honestly before the Lord.
Stay anchored in Scripture.
Seek fellowship with trusted brothers.
Remember the eternal perspective.
Care for your body through rest and wise rhythms.

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Dave Jenkins( Executive Director )

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.