The Progressive Darkness: For the Christian Losing Hope in Depression

Like almost everyone, Carl Binger has had moments where he's wondered why he is in such a funk.

He is one of many who have suffered from depression. When it has hit, he has struggled with fighting disinterest in possessions, hobbies, and even Jesus.

Binger gives readers a raw and real look at depression through personal testimony and psalm in this memoir that includes wonderful illustrations and poems. As you read, you will learn how to:

- let go and overcome feelings of guilt;
- develop a meaningful relationship with the Lord;
- eliminate behaviors that are holding you back;
- overcome feelings of helplessness.

Throughout the book, Binger shares a candid account of his struggles in college and how he was almost arrested on one occasion. He also shares how becoming a believer delivered him from the need to smoke marijuana.

The book was written for the express purpose of letting those who suffer from depression know that they are not alone-and they can turn their heart and eyes to Jesus Christ for help.

Carl Binger, LMHC, is a husband to Carissa and the father of Marcus, Derek, and Travis. He has been following Jesus since 2003 and has been practicing counseling since 2014. He hopes to spread a message of hope to anyone struggling with depression-especially black men. He raises awareness about depression by writing, facilitating educational workshops, counseling, and talking to his community.