Though our bodies have a way of renewing themselves to slow the deterioration process, that process itself is deteriorating. Each generation of replacement cells is of lesser quality that the previous one. So, eventually, we wear out physically.

Yet, there are many people alive today whose bodies have experienced significant decline, yet whose minds and emotions and wills are as vibrant and strong as ever. We must also ask in the case of those who have age-related dementia whether the real essence of their being has deteriorated or if it is only the physical brain that is reducing their ability to connect with the world they once knew and loved.

One thing is clear, in the Bible, God invites us to experience on-going spiritual rejuvenation. Expressions like "new birth," "regeneration" and "renewal" all point to God’s intention to preserve his human creation beyond the boundaries of physical existence, both their own and that of the universe.

As you see evidence of the ebbing of physical energy in your life, take a moment to consider the importance of spiritual renewal.

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