Am I Just My Brain? J.John interviews Sharon Dirckx on Facing the Canon

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J.John sat down with former neuroscientist and apologist, Sharon Dirckx, to learn about her journey of faith and ministry. They discuss many fascinating questions such as ‘are we just our brain?’ and even explore topics such as near-death experiences.

Released on 13 Nov 2024

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