Dazed and Confused wrote:My dad had been showing slight symptoms of Alzheimer's disease for the past several years. It has progressed recently. Can he still receive his salvation even after it has developed into full blown dementia? Is there any information on this site (or another) that can give me a biblical perspective. I made the grievous error of witnessing to him using what I had gleaned from YEC teachings. He is an anthropologist/archaeologist , so I just got a bewildered look from him. I wonder(regardless if he can remember me or not) if he will still be able to reason the truth. Any insight on this would be much appreciated.
Hi Dazed and Confused,
My father passed away from Alzheimer's this past December just before Christmas. He battled it for 13 years. First thing you notice is short term memory loss before the long term goes. If he is in beginning stages, keep after him and witness to him, explain his condition, and be honest. If and when he comes to the Lord, he may not remember next day what he did but trust the Lord that He does his work and keeps His promises.
My father was a Christian but forgot he was and everything else. He made it late-late stage. I read him bible verses and played the guitar for him during his last week while he was in a coma. Also, Alzheimer's affects people differently mood and emotionally. Sometimes one can become extremely cankerous or gentle and kind as the disease progresses. My Dad remained kind but had his moments.
Be prepared for your father's constant asking the same questions over and over again as well as repeating himself often. Take care of yourself and don't wear your self out during this time. If you would like to speak more about this, just send me a Privet Mail as I have been through this with my father myself.
God Bless!
