Modern neuroscience has discovered the power of brain plasticity, which is the ability of our brains to change and be shaped by our environment and experiences. This scientific principle aligns with spiritual guidance found in Bible verses like Romans 12 and 2 Corinthians 10. 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 in his work.
Weissenbacher draws on Dr. Norman Doidge’s research in “The Brain That Changes Itself” to show how intentional practices can transform our brains. As a counselor to drug addicts and editor of the academic journal “Theology and Science,” Weissenbacher combines spiritual insights with scientific research to demonstrate how the Bible has always understood the human biology better than we realized.
In an interview on the Lighthouse Faith podcast, Weissenbacher discusses how biblical principles align with modern neuroscience, highlighting the importance 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.