Let me tell you: You can forget all of that. In fact, “benign forgetfulness of old age” remains a formal diagnosis. Until recently, the standard medical belief was that we were born with a certain number of brain cells that would slowly die off and never be replaced, resulting in a gradual mental decline usually ending in senility. Our memory, whether we are speaking a foreign language, remembering Scripture or remembering where we placed our car keys, is critical to maintain a healthy, happy, productive life. Many of you are probably thinking, Well, that’s great! But what does that have to do with killing your brain? I’m glad you asked. During the television interview they had with him, they were so enamored with the power, joy and love of God that flows so freely through him. Many of you may not know it, but my first language is German. They were shocked when I started speaking German to them. Interestingly enough, a group of Christian reporters were there from Germany. I was able to spend quite a bit of time with him after the service. ![]() My first words to him were, “I love your stuff too.” Needless to say, we really hit it off. The first words out of Joel’s mouth to me were, “I love your stuff,” speaking of my books and CDs. I met Joel and Victoria when they walked into the service.
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