Bible verses such as Romans 12, which encourages us to “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind,” and 2 Corinthians 10, which instructs us to “Take every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ,” have a basis in scientific principles. These directives imply that our brains are pliable and capable of change. The gray matter in our brains, instead of being fixed through DNA, has plasticity and can be molded by our environment and experiences. Dr. Alan Weissenbacher, author of “The Brain Change Program: 6 Steps to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life,” builds upon the ideas presented in Dr. Norman Doidge’s bestselling book, “The Brain That Changes Itself.”
Dr. Weissenbacher, a counselor to drug addicts and managing editor of the academic journal “Theology and Science,” discusses how the Bible has always had a deep understanding of our biology. While the Bible may use poetic language, there is real science underlying its teachings. By exploring concepts of brain plasticity and neuroscience, we can better understand how to renew our minds and transform our lives. Through his work, Dr. Weissenbacher shows how spirituality and science can intersect to provide insights into our mental and emotional well-being.