I'm a Christian, too, and there are times that I've heard that. I believe there is some truth to it, but it's just a pat answer. I've heard remarks such as: "thank Jesus for all that you have" (I do, but that's not enough for me), "you need more Faith", and others.

I want to be empathic and understanding for those suffering depression. I definitely will not make any kind of judgment statements if someone were to tell me that they suffer from it.