Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture Have We Lost Our Minds? (with Stan Wallace)
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Jan 7, 2025 
Stan Wallace, the President and CEO of Global Scholars and author of "Have We Lost Our Minds?", dives deep into the connection between body and soul. He discusses whether neuroscience undermines the existence of the soul and the implications for faith. Wallace promotes a view that reconciles physical and spiritual dimensions of humanity, urging listeners to appreciate how spiritual practices can be informed by our understanding of the brain. The conversation also touches on the relevance of neurotheology and its impact on human flourishing.
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Spiritual Formation as Neural Formation
- If we were solely physical, spiritual formation would be reduced to neural formation.
- Neurotheologians argue spiritual growth is about understanding brain function.
Positive Contributions of Neuroscience
- Neuroscience positively contributes to understanding our embodied nature and its role in flourishing.
- Neuroplasticity highlights the potential for shaping our brains in healthier ways.
Pornography's Impact
- Sean McDowell uses pornography's impact on the mind and brain as an example of the body-soul connection.
- He highlights the need to rewire brains through different practices, not just beliefs.
