Top Christian Books for Dealing with Anxiety
Published May 17th, 2019
Do you have trouble sleeping? Are you constantly worried about things? Does your anxiety get the better of you?
Fear not. You are not alone. Anxiety, loneliness and depression are very real issues that a large part of our population is dealing with. Everyone has their ups and downs. It’s completely normal to worry or feel anxious.
If you or someone you know is suffering from anxiety, these books will help a lot.
The Anxiety Cure
by: Dr. Archibald Hart
For some, anxiety is more than just being overwhelmed by day to day life. It is a medical disorder. This book tackles dealing with anxiety from a psychologist’s perspective. Dr. Hart does a good job of explaining the science of anxiety in easy, understandable terms. He also shares expert advice and methods on how to control it. If you feel that your condition warrants professional medical opinion, this book is for you.
Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the Rest of God
by: Edward T. Welch
The book explores how fear is rooted in the human soul and how it affects the lives of those suffering from it. With a framework of 30 topical meditations, the author encourages those who suffer from anxiety to turn to the bible for inspiration. It also uses biblical theology to provide comfort and encouragement in times of fear, worry and confusion.
The Monday Connection: On Being an Authentic Christian in a Weekday World
by: William E. Diehl
Mondays are supposed to be a fresh start for the week but if you’re stuck in a dead-end job, dreading the day is understandable. Using stories, Diehl presents an example-driven approach on how Christians can combine faith with everyday work to live a happy, fulfilled life. Its filled with anecdotes based on real life situations that can happen to anyone.
Gospel Hope for Anxious Hearts: Trading Fear and Worry for the Peace of God
by: Charles Spurgeon
Drawing from the author’s sermons, the book is filled with motivational quotes that takes readers on a journey to the peace and security of God’s love. The healing words of the Gospel empowers them to overcome anxiety and attain true peace in an otherwise anxious world.
Anxious For Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World
by: Max Lucado
According to studies, America is a front runner when it comes to anxiety and depression related illnesses and its getting worse. In fact, an average high school student today has the same level of anxiety as that of an psychiatric patient more than half a decade ago. The book encourages readers to take solace in Philippians 4:6:7:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
With Lucado’s history of penning books that are meditative and highly motivating, this masterpiece is surely worth your every penny.
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