Faith Meets Academia
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Struggling to connect your faith with everyday life, career ambitions, or academic pursuits? Hosted by a university professor and ordained minister, Dr. Adrian Reynolds, this podcast will help you translate your faith-based values into personal growth, professional development, and academic success. Faith Meets Academia emphasizes that faith and work can forge a mutually sustaining partnership.
Each episode breaks down complex academic concepts into everyday language and connects them with timeless spiritual principles for transformational learning and development. By the end of each episode, you will be equipped with practical tools to set the tone for a purposeful, productive week.
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Your host, Adrian Reynolds (Ph.D.), is an ordained minister, learning coach, and assistant professor of medical education at an R1 university. He is on a mission to merge educational innovation with biblical wisdom. Dr. Reynolds brings over two decades of teaching experience across the educational continuum: from working with underserved, high school students as a state-certified instructor of Spanish to coaching students in graduate and professional degree programs in evidence-based teaching skills and the science of learning.
Dr. Reynolds’ work is located within the rapidly growing field of applied learning sciences and is driven by both socio-cognitive and sociocultural approaches to learning and teaching. His preventive model of academic coaching has been published in journals such as Medical Teacher and Clinical Teacher. He has held over 1,000 (one-on-one) academic coaching sessions with medical students, residents, fellows, and pre-med students. Dr. Reynolds has developed numerous peer-teaching programs for medical students in addition to courses in the science of learning for residents, pre-med and high school students.
Dr. Reynolds has been preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ for over 10 years both nationally and internationally. He has long been recognized to seamlessly intertwine academic concepts with biblical principles: His approach to preaching and teaching the word of God is centered around growth mindset (Philippians 4:13), transformational learning (Romans 12:2), and reflective, mindful practice (Philippians 4:8, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 119:97).
As a missionary ambassador, Dr. Reynolds has embarked on transformative journeys that bridge cultures and continents, bringing tangible support and hope to those in need. Most recently, in the fall of 2023, his dedication to humanitarian causes led him to Mozambique: From the bustling streets of Maputo to the serene countryside of Inharrime, through the unwavering support and sponsorship from faith-based leaders and communities, Dr. Reynolds has played a pivotal role in the allocation of humanitarian aid and educational resources, providing essential support to elevate community wellbeing.
Earlier that year, he engaged in a mission focused on cultural exchange and relationship-building in the Maputo province to better understand and address local challenges. Through these missions, Dr. Reynolds exemplifies the true essence of a missionary ambassador, integrating service, education, and faith into impactful action.
Faith Meets Academia
Word of the Day #5 - Write the Vision, Make it Plain
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Hey friends, hope you're having a great week. Thanks for joining me once again. Today. The word of the day comes to us from Habakkuk, chapter two, verse two. Here's what it says. Then the Lord answered me and said write the vision and make it plain on tablets that he may run who reads it.
Speaker 1:The prophet Habakkuk was seeking answers from God about the challenges, the injustices facing his people and, in response, god instructed him to write down the vision that he, god, was about to reveal. Write it clearly, write it plainly so that it could be easily understood and acted upon. This verse emphasizes the importance of clarity and communication when carrying out God's purpose. When God gives you a vision, clarity is essential. Writing it down makes it tangible, it makes it actionable and much easier to follow. This principle doesn't just apply to. This principle is 100% tied to the science of habit formation.
Speaker 1:Clearly defined goals, whether for developing a new habit or breaking an old one, serve as a roadmap, a blueprint, if you will, for success. Goals that are defined clearly, we refer to them as smart goals. Goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timely. These types of goals guide you toward consistent progress. I mean, after all, it is these small, consistent steps that allow you to achieve your larger vision, goal or purpose. In the science of habit formation, cues are triggers that initiate a specific behavior. Clearly written vision serves as a visible cue, reminding and directing both you and others to take action toward the intended outcome. So, for example, placing your workout clothes by your bed signals exercise leading to the achievement of your vision of a healthier, more active lifestyle. Keeping a water bottle on your desk may prompt you to stay hydrated throughout the day, supporting your overall vision of maintaining good health. In a light manner, a sticky note on your computer may serve to remind you to take a break, aligning with your vision of maintaining balance, reducing stress and increasing your productivity.
Speaker 1:So, friends, I encourage you today, take some time to reflect on the habits you want to build, the goals or vision that you want to achieve. Write them down, commit to that first small step toward achieving that big vision. A clear vision fosters purposeful action and sustained progress. If this word of the day has inspired or encouraged you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it with friends, family, loved ones who might need to hear this message. You can find Faith Meets Academia on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, amazon Music, spotify and more. Let's spread the word together. I pray that you'll have an amazing day. We'll be back on Friday with another word of the day. God bless you.