The Bible offers spiritual guidance on how to transform our minds and thoughts, as seen in verses like Romans 12 and 2 Corinthians 10. These directives point to the scientific principle of brain plasticity, which suggests that our brains are malleable and can be shaped by our environment and experiences. Dr. Alan Weissenbacher, author of “The Brain Change Program: 6 Steps to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life,” explores this connection between spirituality and neuroscience.
Weissenbacher draws on Dr. Norman Doidge’s work in “The Brain That Changes Itself” to explain how our brains can be transformed through intentional practices. As a counselor to drug addicts and editor of the academic journal “Theology and Science,” Weissenbacher combines spiritual insights with scientific research to show how the Bible has always understood the human biology better than we realized.
In his interview on the Lighthouse Faith podcast, Weissenbacher discusses how biblical principles align with modern neuroscience, highlighting the power of renewing our minds and taking control of our thoughts. While the Bible may use poetic language, there is a real scientific basis for the profound truths it conveys about the human brain and its capacity for change.