Welcome back to another episode of "Professors, in Rooms, Getting Coffee"! In this episode Stephen and Justin talk about how Stephen sought to challenge established answers within political science by approaching questions about culture from a different angle while maintaining the rigors of academic methodology. The episode explores cultural differences in the perception and interaction with time and the influence of these differences on various aspects of life. They also touch on the interpretation of sacred texts and the significance of methodology in research.

In their introductory reflections, Justin and Stephen explore the nuances of understanding spiritual attributes and whether they emerge naturally or require conscious effort. They also delve into the power of habits and routines in shaping our behavior, and the importance of prayer and scripture in encountering God. They also discuss the joy of creative expression and the beauty of creating for the sake of creation itself. 

Get ready for an intellectually stimulating conversation on these intriguing topics and more. So grab your favorite drink, settle into your favorite chair, and join Elise, Stephen, and Justin for another enlightening episode of "Professors, in Rooms, Getting Coffee"!

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1. The Importance of Habits and Affective Experiences in Shaping Behavior

2. Morning and evening prayer as a way to encounter God together

3. Understanding the concept of abiding in the spirit and letting spiritual attributes emerge naturally

4. The joy of creating for the sake of the creative process itself

5. Dissatisfaction with the portrayal of Christianity as a quick fix for all problems

6. Challenging established answers within their field

7. Pursuit of reality and engagement with creativity and knowledge

8. Understanding cultural differences in relation to time

9. Different interpretations and versions of the Bible

10. Importance of transparency and methodology in research

[00:05:00] Attended international theological symposium hosted in France.

[00:06:12] Interacting with global leaders in theological education.

[00:12:46] Creating music as a response to life.

[00:18:24] "Morning and evening prayer to encounter God."

[00:22:09] challenging norms, tragedy in life, attending church to become more compassionate, blog for people to spill guts.

[00:28:19] Academic calendar offers flexibility and opportunity.

[00:32:17] Be transparent about methodology and limitations.

[00:40:15] Questioning field, engaging with different methods, new conclusion.

[00:47:20] Time perception varies among cultures. Complex and diverse definitions of cultural time.

[00:48:51] Cultural perspectives on time vary and matter.

[00:53:49] Timing and perspective shape cultural outlooks.

[00:58:22] Differences matter in international relations, misperceptions too.

[01:04:39] Interpreting Bible text through cultural perspectives.

[01:13:50] Cultural differences and US foreign policy.

[01:14:54] Research can feel like building a house of cards.

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