Catch the Spirit, Beloved!: From Clinical Depression Toward Wellness

In the midst of devastating depression spanning decades, Roberta Thomas Smith dug deep within herself to journal spiritual thoughts and musings that spoke to her. Sometimes these deeply personal thoughts took the form of poems and prayers; other times they borrowed from scripture, sermons she heard or read during the time period, pithy quotes that came to mind, including quotes from different authors, politicians, and celebrities. During some of the lowest points in her life, many of these musings were written from hospital rooms.Yet, as the years ticked on by and the journaled thoughts continued, Roberta gradually emerged from depression with a more upbeat outlook. A ray of hope that seemed unthinkable a decade before now became reality.Catch the Spirit, Beloved chronicles these musings written from the mid-70s to the dawn of the new millennium and captures the spirit of an author gradually being transformed by her Creator. Collectively, the journaled thoughts are a story of redemption and renewal and a reminder that hope springs eternal, especially when faith in God persists.