Neuroscience of the Soul

Dr. Bock has earned recognition as a Humboldt Scholar (Tübingen University in Germany), is the author or editor of over 45 books, including well-regarded commentaries on Luke and Acts and studies of the historical Jesus, and works in cultural engagement as host of the seminary’s Table Podcast. He was president of the Evangelical Theological Society (ETS) from 2000–2001, has served as a consulting editor for Christianity Today, and serves on the boards of Wheaton College, Chosen People Ministries, the Hope Center, Christians in Public Service, and the Institute for Global Engagement. His articles appear in leading publications, and he often is an expert for the media on NT issues. Dr. Bock has been a New York Times best-selling author in nonfiction; serves as a staff consultant for Bent Tree Fellowship Church in Carrollton, TX; and is elder emeritus at Trinity Fellowship Church in Dallas. When traveling overseas, he will tune into the current game involving his favorite teams from Houston—live—even in the wee hours of the morning. Married for 49 years to Sally, he is a proud father of two daughters and a son and is also a grandfather of five.

Dr. Wade's desire is to inspire her students to use their knowledge and skill to spread the gospel. In the classroom, she enthusiastically emphasizes studying the whole self—exploring the integration of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. As a Board_x0002_Certified Family Physician and a Licensed Professional Counselor, Dr. Wade continues to practice medicine in the Houston area, maintaining a private practice that focuses solely on mental health. She is an active member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Christian Association of Psychological Studies. Dr. Wade enjoys teaching and speaking to churches, local organizations, and national conferences. Her deep passion for education propels her to remain actively involved in her local school district, specifically in the Special Education Department. Dr. Wade is married to Kweku, and they have two children.

Karl Benzio, M.D., a board-certified Christian psychiatrist, has held various health system clinical and leadership positions. Currently, he is Medical Director and Cofounder of the Honey Lake Clinic and Medical Director of the American Association of Christian Counselors. He uniquely implements a faith-informed, Jesus-centered application of cutting­ edge psychiatric science to successfully treat patients, equip ministries, teach, write, and serve as a frequent media guest expert and conference speaker to provide expert social policy testimony. He holds a B.S.E. in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University and an M.D. from Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School; his Psychiatric Residency was at UC-Irvine. His expertise is integrating brain physiology, psychological science, and spiritual truths to teach decision-making processes, mechanics, and neuroplasticity with endless application to every facet of psychospiritual health and functioning. He loves Jesus and the Bible; has been married to his best friend, Martine, for over thirty years; and is a father to three incredible daughters: Dominique (husband Adam), Nicole (husband Connor), and Gigi.