Growth Mindset: Rethinking Old Patterns active reading discernment embodied fixed mindset growth mindset habits social constructs May 31, 2022

I teach a course on growth mindset and neuroplasticity to college students. Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to form new neural pathways, either by creating new pathways, or altering existing ones. We used to think that our brains' neural networks were highly adaptable in childhood, but then became more rigid in adulthood. Now we...

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Active Reading: A Method For Deeper Engagement active reading bible reading critical reading engagement expanding our perspective hermeneutics isaiah 5 metaphor mindset old testament passive reading scripture song of songs viticulture Mar 22, 2022

How to Actively Read:

Last week we began exploring the difference between passive reading and active reading, and how this relates to our own particular Bible reading style.

It is natural to sit back and just listen to a sermon, including Scripture being read. But is this active engagement? When I teach college students how to engage with...

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What Is Your Bible Reading Style? active reading bible reading critical reading engagement habits hebrew bible mindset passive reading Mar 15, 2022

What is your Bible reading style? Do you skim through known stories? Focus on the Psalms? Perhaps, you feel most comfortable in the New Testament and avoid Old Testament jargon. Or, maybe the majority of your interactions with Scripture involve listening to sermons. 

It is healthy to examine our habits. Our brains are wired for repetition;...

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