Living Waters Speaks To Students About Depression In New Film

Depression and suicide are amongst some of the common topics rarely discussed within the church, even though it is a topic that has affected nearly almost everyone at some point in their life.  Hip hop artist Lecrae has even opened up about his recent struggle with depression.

Reach Records artist, Andy Mineo, also recently detailed how he and Lecrae prevented someone from jumping from a bridge in New York this month.  Many famous actors, artists, etc have gone so far as to have committed suicide as a result of depression.   Some of those artists include household names such as Robin Williams, Lee Thompson Young, Chester Bennington, Aaron Hernandez, and sadly, the list goes on and on, leaving many people to wonder, why or how someone could take their own life?

“Living Waters” creators of the movies “Fireproof,” “Evolution vs. God” and other films, tackle this difficult subject and offer hope to those who feel that they have no way out.  This film follows evangelist and minister Ray Comfort as he talks to several students on college campuses and on the street about their experience with depression and suicide.

In this film, the filmmakers offer hope that is found through Jesus Christ.  The film is produced by Ray Comfort and Emeal “E.Z.” Zwayne.  Check out the short film below.

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Along with the trailer for the film, Living Waters has also released information to help people combat suicidal thoughts and provided contact information for a Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
 
Comfort and his team have also encouraged people to confide in those closest to them by allowing their loved ones to share their burdens.
 
Below is a list of four things the ministry encourages people to remember:

1. YOU HAVE WORTH. You are not a cosmic accident; you are not here by chance. The Bible says God formed you in your mother’s womb. You are special, unique, and handcrafted by the Creator; and because of that your life has meaning. No matter where you’ve been, what’s happened, or what you’ve done, nothing can ever erase the incredible value God has placed on you as His creation.

2. YOU ARE LOVED. The Bible says, “God is love.” He not only knows your turmoil and pain, He cares deeply and promises that if you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you. You can be adopted into His family as His beloved child.

3. THERE IS HOPE. The Bible tells us that by trusting in Jesus we have a “living hope,” a hope that is an anchor for the soul. If you don’t know God personally, you can, through genuine repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Your sins will be washed away. His Spirit will come to live within you and will never leave you, and you’ll be given a new heart with new desires. The meaning and purpose of your life is to truly love God and walk with Him. You can find healing, forgiveness, and hope in Christ.

4. HELP IS AVAILABLE. Like a mold of the soul, severe depression grows in the cold dampness of isolation. Please, open up and reach out for support.

The film is now available as a pre-release download but will soon be available for free on YouTube, just as Comfort’s previous movies have been.  Those who download “EXIT” prior to its release will also receive two books on how to battle depression.

To get your copy of “EXIT” click here.