In this engaging discussion, Dr. Nijay Gupta, Julius R. Manti Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, argues that love is the core of Apostle Paul's theology. He delves into the emotional and relational aspects of Paul's letters, integrating neuroscience with spiritual insights. Gupta shares personal experiences that illustrate emotional well-being's significance, along with humorous insights on therapy and life. The conversation also highlights the transformative power of love in fostering genuine relationships and spiritual growth.
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Nijay Gupta's Anxiety Attack Experience
Nijay Gupta shares his personal experience of an anxiety attack misdiagnosed as a heart attack.
This incident pushed him to take emotional well-being seriously and shaped his theological approach.
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Understanding Emotion Appraisal Theory
Emotion appraisal theory explains how different people feel opposite emotions in the same situation.
Our subjective well-being depends on how we instinctively appraise situations relative to our goals.
insights INSIGHT
Love and Joy Commands Are Reappraisals
Commands like "rejoice" in scripture urge reappraisal of situations rather than forced fake emotions.
Love language shows who we commit to and what we consider success and well-being.
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