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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Brain-Centric Sermon
- Stan Wallace was in church when a sermon on renewing your mind focused on brains.
- This sparked his concern about the reduction of spiritual matters to brain functions in Christian circles.
Appeal of Physicalism
- Many Christians are drawn to physicalism due to a lack of understanding of science and faith integration.
- Some misinterpret scripture's emphasis on unity as purely physical unity.
Reaction to Past Neglect
- The emphasis on physicalism may be a reaction to the historical neglect of the body in Christian thought.
- Wallace advocates for a balanced view, acknowledging both the material and immaterial aspects of humanity.
