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This One Bible Verse SAVED My Mental Health

Steve Larson

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If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or burnout, this video reveals the single Bible verse that transformed my mental health and gave me a framework for wholeness. Hear my honest story of church planting, battling severe depression as a pastor, and discovering God’s 4-part blueprint for total mental wellness—spiritual, mental, physical, and relational.

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14 Comments

@WinnerForever-l5l 1 day ago

Thank You, 💫Lord Jesus. Retired at Forty eight, earning $137K biweekly...a good son full of love went from Grass to Grace. 🙌from a nobody to good home ❤️ but honestly, the money isn't even the highlight. What means the most is having a family that stood by me when life was tough. I'm living the life I once prayed for. If you're still fighting your battles, don't lose hope - your season is coming...

@blessedrthosesermount99 1 day ago

Oh my! Your story is exactly my pastors story! He sank into such a deep depression, but, almost as painful was the SHAME he felt- so much so, he wanted to resign 💔 but...we all convinced him to take a sabbatical, which was approved. He is now back ❤
I can't wait to share this with him. Thank you!!!

@normalopez2856 9 hours ago

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@sallyflavell6221 1 day ago

Thanks for sharing your experience of mental health issues. I look back on my life at 76 and see just how much the Lord has supported me through many tough times. I have survived two brain surgeries and a recent broken back and its the Lords strength that got me through. If not for His grace and mercy i would have given up. He gave me so much courage and so much power to endure! God is my rock! Rock of ages cleft for me 🌈

@AgapeEncounter 1 day ago

I love your statement about how you didn’t have faith in your abilities to start a church and the Lord reminded you, “Steve, that’s the point! You can’t do it but I can do it through you.” What a GREAT testimony for us believers out there. One surrendered day at a time. Thank you for your great message today.

@AndrewDeJoseph 1 day ago

The verse that saved me was Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Back jn the 1970’s i had a job where there was so much pressure you could feel it in your bones. I would repeat that verse over and over again to relieve my anxiety. I look back on it now and laugh that i was so weak i could let other people make me feel that way. But i like your approach. It is more comprehensive. I was just trying to survive.

@carolynnovak9952 59 minutes ago

Thanks Steve for sharing your story and tips. I go for at least one to two brisk 40 minute walks each day and take a small print out list of “I am’s” that I found on pinterest. As I walk, I meditate on one or 2 scriptures. For example: I am a child of God - Romans 8:16; I am forgiven - Col 1:13,14; I am delivered by the powers of darkness - Colossians 1:13. I am the apple of Gods eye, I am loved, I am more valuable than rubies, etc. I taped a copy of the list to the inside cover of my compact Bible. I would send you the copy of the list but utube doesn’t allow me to attach it. Keep up the great work. You are an encouragement.

@Flossie-7 1 day ago

This is exactly where I am. I’m not in a good mental health place. Please pray for me.

@gailhamilton1568 1 day ago

Thank you so much, Steve, for sharing. Such valuable advice on mental health.May God bless you, yours and your ministry.I enjoy and I am taught by your videos thank you.
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@sunnyday423 1 day ago

Thank you so much for sharing. I would love to read your book. It sounds like you have poured your heart into it, and the Lord has given you great wisdom and insight into the many reasons that a person may struggle - including things you wouldn't think of, like dehydration or lack of sleep. Please be encouraged that you are doing a great work here on Youtube, even if you get a negative comment once in a while. The majority of us really appreciate you! God bless you!

@generalsworkshop 1 day ago

Thank you for the vulnerability and change your story. I think you’re willing to be vulnerable regarding it is gonna help other people also have to hide it vulnerable.