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Senior Pastor Tommy Nelson Talks About His Depression in Detail

Senior Pastor Tommy Nelson Talks About His Depression in Detail

Senior Pastor Tommy Nelson of Denton Bible Church talks about  his experience with depression describing it as a black hole that hijacked him. His joy was gone and he had lost the ability to do the things he once loved.  During his bout of depression his wife urged him to see a counsellor and it was in seeing his counsellor that he discovered that he was burnt out and the importance of getting some rest no matter how much he loves his job.

Ps. Tommy Nelson’s Sermon On Depression

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Depression is also known as the ‘Black Dog’.  If you or someone you know are going through depression seek the help of your doctor.

Where to Get Help in Australia

Talk to your doctor who can point you in the right direction.

Visit CCAA to search for a Christian counsellor near you.

Visit ACA to search for a counsellor near you.

Free 24/7 Counselling Services

Lifeline on 13 11 14

Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800

MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978

Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467

Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36

Headspace on 1800 650 890

Studying at aifc

For those who would like to enrol in aifc’s accredited Christian counselling courses we have two intakes per year for courses commencing around the following months:

  • At The beginning of each year in February.
  • Mid-Year courses commence in July.
  • aifc is introducing a Masters in 2018

Enrolments open approximately 3 months prior the the courses commencing. Enquire now by filling out the form with your details to receive course information by email.

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Where to get help

24/7 Helplines
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Helplines: 1800 551 800
Mensline: 1300 789 978
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 46 36
Headspace: 1800 650 890

Visit Abound for workplace and wellbeing support.

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