The Science of Songwriting, Art, and Renewal

Proving true what the
Bible has always said

For centuries, Scripture has told us that the mind can be renewed, the heart can be strengthened, and our very bodies respond to the Word of God. Today, science affirms what God has spoken from the beginning.

Biblical Foundation     
•    “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2).     

•    “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2).     

•    “…the washing of water with the word” (Ephesians 5:26).     

•    “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things” (Philippians 4:8).

Neuroscience Confirms
When you engage in songwriting and art — especially when infused with the Word of God — multiple regions of the brain “light up” simultaneously. This activates neuroplasticity, the brain’s God-given ability to form new pathways.
Here’s what happens:

1.    Stress Reduction     
• Creative activity lowers cortisol and calms the sympathetic nervous system.     
• This directly reduces chronic inflammation — the foundation of cancer, autoimmune
flare-ups, and disease progression.

2.    Immune Function Boost     
• By reducing stress load, creativity strengthens immune signaling.     
• This is critical for those managing cancer, autoimmune conditions, or chronic fatigue.
   
 3.    Hormone & Mood Regulation     
• Songwriting and art trigger dopamine and serotonin release.     
• These neurotransmitters regulate mood, stabilize energy, and
even support hormone balance.     

4.    Cognitive Renewal     
• New neural pathways form, improving clarity, memory, and focus.  
• Old “stress grooves” in the brain are replaced with new circuits for healthier habits — exactly what makes a 30-day sabbatical effective.     

5.    Whole-Body Rhythm     
• Creative practices regulate heart rate, breathing, and digestion by
calming the nervous system.     
• This improves sleep, energy, and physical healing capacity.     

6.    Integration of Mind & Spirit     
• Music and art engage both hemispheres of the brain.     •    Logic and language align with imagination and emotion, creating harmony in the mind — which Scripture points to as “setting your mind on things above.”