In the video below there is a very helpful segment beginning at 39:45 (click here<\/a> to start it playing at that point, or use the slider below). The segment begins with MacArthur explaining that he has never really been depressed. Some Christians are a bit like MacArthur. To be honest, that can make it hard for them to empathize with the Piper\u2019s of this world who goes on to describe how he had a period of his life where he was significantly depressed that lasted several years. \u00a0MacAthur\u2019s incredulous \u201cYears?!<\/strong><\/em>\u201d demonstrates how very differently they are wired.<\/p>\n If you are like a MacArthur give thanks that your brain chemistry saves you from the anguish many others feel. \u00a0IF you are like a Piper give thanks firstly that even if it takes years your low mood will pass (and for many medication may speed that up<\/a>). But also, as we said yesterday, give thanks that God wants to comfort you in the middle of your suffering so you can comfort others<\/a>.<\/p>\n