# Lloyd-Jones, Depression, and Feelings  - This text summarizes a chapter titled "[[Feeling | Feelings]]" from Martyn Lloyd-Jones' book *Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cures*, which is based on a series of sermons he delivered in 1954. - [[Martyn Lloyd-Jones | Lloyd-Jones]] argues that while [[Christianity | Christians]] can experience depression, they should not allow their feelings to dictate their lives or lead them to doubt their salvation. - He emphasizes the difference between feelings and rejoicing, stating that while feelings are variable and beyond our control, rejoicing in the Lord is a command and a choice that is available to all believers. - Lloyd-Jones encourages Christians who are struggling with depression to focus on Christ and His promises, rather than trying to generate feelings of happiness or comparing their experiences to others.