Mental Health: Finding God’s Hope in the Struggle - Part 1

What do you do when you've reached your breaking point? In this inaugural episode of our "Life Under the Broom Tree" series, Christian Nichles opens 1 Kings 19 to reveal a side of the prophet Elijah we don't often talk about—the moment when this giant of faith completely fell apart.

Fresh from his dramatic victory on Mount Carmel, Elijah finds himself running for his life, collapsing under a broom tree, and begging God to let him die. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Mental health struggles have been part of the human story since the beginning, and God's response to Elijah reveals profound truths about how He meets us in our darkest moments.

In this honest and compassionate message, you'll discover:

• Why even spiritual victories can lead to emotional crashes
• How exhaustion affects our perspective and decision-making
• God's gentle, practical approach to caring for those who are struggling
• The difference between God's presence and the quick fixes the world offers

This series is for anyone who has wrestled with anxiety, depression, burnout, or overwhelming fear. It's also for those who love someone who is hurting and want to understand how to help.

Join us as we explore what it means to find hope and healing under life's broom trees, knowing that God doesn't shame us for our weakness—He meets us in it.

About the Series: "Life Under the Broom Tree" is a biblical exploration of mental health, examining how Scripture addresses anxiety, depression, and emotional struggle with honesty and hope. Through the stories of Elijah, Paul's teachings on renewing our minds, and Jesus' own wrestling in the Garden of Gethsemane, we'll discover that our mental health matters deeply to God.

If you're struggling with mental health, please reach out to a trusted friend, counselor, or mental health professional. You don't have to walk this journey alone.