Why Struggles With Mental Health Are Not a Lack of Faith

So, I want to challenge you. 

I want to put a different spin on a belief that has been floating around the Christian community regarding mental health.  And here, in a nutshell, is that spin:

Mental health struggles are NOT due to a lack of faith.

Many of you have heard a pastor, teacher, or theological scholar say something like:

 “If you struggle with ______, you just aren’t praying enough.”

“Your faith just isn’t big enough.”

…or even…

“[Insert mental health condition] is just a form of ...