If someone denies Christ after getting Alzheimer’s disease, is he or she still saved?
Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disease that affects 2–4 percent of the population over age 65. It is the most common form of dementia, resulting in progressive memory loss, impaired thinking, disorientation, changes in mood and personality, and decreased functioning of social, occupational, language, problem-solving and motor skills. On average, the disease lasts seven…
What does the Bible say about hermaphrodites?
Babies that are born with both male and female sexual organs, or characteristics of both organs, are called hermaphrodites or intersex. A child who is in an intersexual state is classified in one of three categories: 1) true hermaphrodite – an infant born with both ovaries and testicles and has both male and female sex…
What does the Bible say about cancer?
The Bible does not say anything specifically about the disease of cancer. However, that does not mean that it does not address the issue of diseases. King Hezekiah was sick from a “boil” (2 Kings 20:6–8), which could have in reality been cancer under a different name. So, although the word cancer is not in…
I have Asperger’s Syndrome. How can I serve God as an Aspie?
First, you should always remember that God loves you and you are “remarkably and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14, HCSB). You are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). It’s also important that you not view Asperger’s Syndrome as a disability; as an Aspie, you simply have a different way of thinking. You process information…
What does the Bible say about coping/dealing with a terminal illness?
It certainly can be difficult to accept some of the sorrowful twists and turns that life brings our way. And there are few things that can stir the human soul more than the news of a terminal illness diagnosis. First of all, know that Jesus cares. Our Savior wept when His beloved friend Lazarus died…
What does the Bible say about dealing with chronic pain?
People who suffer from chronic pain carry an extra burden that healthy people may not fully comprehend. Chronic pain can be defined as a persistent and ongoing physical pain that continues for longer than six months, despite efforts to relieve it. For many, chronic pain is a life sentence. Whether the pain is due to…
How should a Christian respond to contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD)?
Since the fall of man in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:17; Romans 5:12), sin has created heartache and suffering for human beings. Disease, including sexually transmitted diseases, is one of the consequences of sin. A sexually transmitted disease (STD) is not a worse disease than any other. But the circumstances that led to contracting…
What does the Bible say about stuttering?
Stuttering is a speech disorder characterized by the involuntary repetition of sounds, syllables, or words. The speech patterns may also include rapid eye blinks or tremors of the lips. Stuttering often begins in childhood and ceases in young adulthood. For many, however, the stuttering never leaves and can become an impediment to the stutterer’s plans…
Does the Bible say anything about insomnia?
Insomnia is the habitual inability to fall asleep or to stay asleep. Insomnia affects most people from time to time, but for others it is a way of life. Biological, psychological, and situational factors can all play a part in whether or not we have trouble falling asleep. The Bible often equates insomnia with worry…
What does the Bible say about fatigue?
Fatigue is extreme exhaustion, usually resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness. We all experience fatigue at times; it is part of life. God created our bodies to store enough energy to get us through the day. But we then need to rest in order to recharge. This cycle of work and sleep is…