What your body knows about God

By Rob Moll

Book Description

Have you ever wondered why certain moments of prayer or worship feel so deeply resonant in your body? Award-winning journalist Rob Moll explores the remarkable intersection between neuroscience and spirituality, revealing how our physical beings are intricately designed for divine connection.

Drawing from cutting-edge brain research, Moll demonstrates that our neural pathways are specifically wired to facilitate spiritual experiences. These same circuits that activate during prayer and worship also foster compassion toward others, suggesting that our capacity for loving God and serving neighbors operates through interconnected biological systems.

The book examines how spiritual practices literally reshape our brains, creating measurable changes that enhance our well-being. Moll investigates the neuroscience behind prayer, explores how liturgical practices support worship, and explains why devotion to God naturally cultivates love for others. His research shows that people who engage their spiritual capacities tend to live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.

Rather than treating spirituality as separate from physical existence, Moll presents compelling evidence that our bodies are purposefully equipped with spiritual sensors. Just as physical exercise strengthens our muscles, spiritual disciplines can revitalize our awareness of the divine and deepen our connections with others.

This exploration offers readers practical insights into nurturing their innate spiritual capacities, providing a scientific foundation for understanding how we are designed for both physical and spiritual flourishing through intentional spiritual engagement.