Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Are near-death experiences just brain chemistry, or glimpses of a spiritual reality?
In this powerful talk at Reasons to Believe, a physician walks through decades of medical research, firsthand accounts, and remarkable cases that challenge the limits of natural explanation.
This talk offers a thoughtful, evidence-based look at one of life’s biggest questions: What happens when we die?

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LINKS & RESOURCES:

Wilder Penfield describing brain stimulation during surgery. "Wilder Penfield - Brain Stimulation" : youtu.be/A-H9dmn4pMg?si=_yFZqp22Nb8vBP_7

Neurosurgeon Michael Egnor. "Is The Soul Real? A Neurosurgeon Explores The Evidence (2025 Dallas Conference on Science & Faith)" : youtu.be/41bIJ7hYbLs?si=MCLanX6gMy7xiCU7

RTB Video with Joe and Ken talking about Betty Baxter: "Are Medical Miracles Possible? The Case of Betty Baxter" : youtu.be/CWrsUzGH6Eo?si=xanunlfbo_Yed0ro


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