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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 58 MIN

Why Does Jesus List Heart, Soul, and Mind Separately?

from Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast · host Greg Koukl

Greg answers questions about why Jesus lists heart, soul, and mind separately in Mark 12:29–30, whether the Bible is written for laypeople rather than scholars, responding to someone who thinks life is a simulation, and whether it’s wrong to forgive someone who hasn’t repented.   Topics: What’s the difference between heart, soul, and mind, and why does Jesus list them separately in Mark 12:29–31? (02:00) Was the Bible written for laypeople, or does it need to be interpreted by people with scholarly or divine knowledge? (15:00) How would you respond to someone who thinks that this life is just a simulation? (33:00) Was it wrong for Erika Kirk to forgive Charlie’s murderer without his repentance (see Luke 17:3–4)? (44:00) How are we supposed to think about forgiving those who don’t repent if Christ doesn’t forgive the unrepentant, and how can our own souls move on from being wronged if we don’t forgive? (46:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Submit a question on the Open Mic Line

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Greg answers questions about why Jesus lists heart, soul, and mind separately in Mark 12:29–30, whether the Bible is written for laypeople rather than scholars, responding to someone who thinks life is a simulation, and whether it’s wrong to forgive someone who hasn’t repented.

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