Second Forgetting: Remembering the Power of the Gospel during Alzheimer’s Disease

Description

Dr. Benjamin Mast provides a field guide for the journey of Alzheimer’s disease, perfect for anyone beginning to suffer from the disease, for the family and caregivers of those suffering, and for churches and ministries who want to help. Alzheimer’s disease has been described as the “defining disease” of the baby boomer generation. Millions of Americans will spend much of their retirement years either caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or experiencing its effects on their lives firsthand. Through the personal stories of those affected and the loved ones who care for them, Dr. Benjamin Mast highlights the power of the gospel for those suffering from this degenerative disease. Filled with helpful, up-to-date information, Dr. Mast answers common questions about Alzheimer’s and its effect on personal identity and faith as he explores the biblical importance of remembering and God’s commitment to not forget his people. Second Forgetting will be an encouragement for Christians whose loved ones are suffering from Alzheimer’s, for those who have recently been diagnosed themselves, and for pastors or ministry leaders seeking to better understand and minister to people with the disease. In spite of the pain and confusion they may experience, readers will be encouraged with the good news of God’s faithfulness and the future hope to which he calls us.