About this episode

This episode explores the intersection of human emotion and science through biblical texts and research on empathy.

These are the readings for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost; Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 and Psalm 45:10-17 or Song of Solomon 2:8-13, or Zechariah 9:9-12 and Psalm 145:8-14, with Romans 7:15-25a, and Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30. This week the texts take us through the full range of human emotion — from Isaac's joy and grief, to Paul's inner battle, to Jesus' invitation to lay down our burdens and rest. What does science have to say about all of this? We explore the fascinating and controversial story of Koko the gorilla and the groundbreaking research of Frans de Waal, whose work with primates suggests that empathy and emotional life are woven into creation far more deeply than we ever imagined. If emotions are by design, what does that mean for how we show up — for God, for each other, and for the church? . Let me know what you think of it. Remember to answer this week's question:How are we going to unite people instead of divide people, and how are we going to handle that emotionally well? #FaithandSciPod If you're wanting to hear other podcasts on these texts check out: 7-9-23 - Falling Short Can ”Tilt” Things7-5-20 - The Balance of Action and Patience in FaithI look forward…

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