Use when someone says they feel far from God, abandoned, or angry at God because of loss, hard times or something that happened to them.
In danger right now: call 911. Crisis or thoughts of suicide: call or text 988. Not sure where to start? Call the Silver City Gospel Mission: 575-388-5071. Police, fire or sheriff, not an emergency: 575-388-8840 (Central Dispatch). Print our list of phone numbers →
These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Listen first
You can say"Thank you for trusting me with this. A lot of people feel that way."
You can ask"Do you want to tell me what happened?"
2Let them know it is okay
You can say"Even people in the Bible felt this way. You can be honest with God."
You can say"How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me?" (Psalm 13:1, KJV)
You can say"The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart." (Psalm 34:18, KJV)
3Check how they are really doing
You can ask"Are you having thoughts of ending your life?"
If yes, or you are not sure: use the guide "Someone is in crisis or talking about suicide". Call or text 988 together.
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This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, 575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.