Between Faith & Reason with Jeff Lawrence

About Between Faith & Reason with Jeff Lawrence

Explore the intersection of faith and reason in shaping families and communities. Hosted by Foundation Academy in partnership with West Orange Observer, "Between Faith & Reason" delves into meaningful conversations about how these two pillars guide our lives, strengthen relationships, and inspire growth. Each episode features thoughtful dialogue with leaders, educators, and community members dedicated to integrating faith and logic in today’s world. About the Host: Dr. Jeff Lawrence Jeff Lawrence, a Florida native born and raised in Orlando, seamlessly blends faith and reason to engage a diverse audience in meaningful conversations. With degrees in pharmacology and music from Mississippi College, Jeff's multifaceted background includes performing at Walt Disney World and hosting Disney's Super Star Television Show. He earned a Master of Divinity in Old Testament and Hebrew from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and has served in churches across Atlanta, Orlando, and Tennessee. Notably, Jeff directed Orlando's renowned Singing Christmas Trees for eleven years, gaining national attention from ABC's Good Morning America, The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. As the Director of Spiritual Development at Foundation Academy, Jeff has a doctorate in apologetics and theology from Liberty University's Rawlings School of Divinity. His extensive work in apologetics and worldview analysis has equipped him to address complex questions, fostering thoughtful dialogue that resonates with both faith-based and secular listeners. In Between Faith and Reason, Jeff invites all individuals, regardless of background or beliefs, to explore life's profound questions through engaging discussions that bridge the gap between spirituality and rational thought. Collaborating with the West Orange Observer, this podcast seeks to encourage critical thinking, provide fresh perspectives, and highlight the compelling case for faith in an age of skepticism. Beyond his professional endeavors, Jeff cherishes time with his wife of 31 years, Lisa, and their two children, Jacob and Kate. An avid outdoorsman and private pilot, he enjoys embarking on new adventures with family and friends.

Publisher

Foundation Academy

Category

education · health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Mar 2025

Latest episode

23 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Feb 2026

   From Religion to Relationship: Greg Hurley’s Journey to Abiding in Christ

   What does it truly mean to move from knowing about Jesus to abiding in Christ? In this powerful Christian faith testimony, Greg Hurley shares his journey from routine church attendance and biblical knowledge to a life transformed by radical surrender to the Holy Spirit. A husband, father, and businessman, Greg believed in Jesus, faithfully served, and even read the entire Bible — yet he sensed something was missing in his relationship with God. In 2022, a life-threatening medical crisis — a burst appendix that led to emergency hospitalization — became the turning point in his spiritual growth. In a moment of desperation, God taught him dependence. Faith shifted from information to formation. Religion became a relationship. This episode explores: The difference between intellectual belief and abiding in Christ What radical surrender and daily dying to self really look like How the Holy Spirit transforms marriage, fatherhood, and leadership Moving from spiritual dryness to authentic Christian living If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, spiritually dry, or wondered how to truly put God first in everyday life, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. Discover what happens when faith becomes more than a label — and becomes your life.

2. 

   28 Nov 2025

   "The Spirit of Christmas" by Cynthia Ruchti

   As we approach the start of the holiday season with Thanksgiving and look forward to celebrating the birth of our Lord with Christmas, Jeff sits down with award-winning author Cynthia Ruchti to discuss her new book, "The Spirit of Christmas." When we think of the first Christmas, we often focus on the wide-eyed young mother and her faithful fiancé, on tattered shepherds and singing angels and road-weary wise men. But the Holy Spirit was there–and just as He hovered over the waters in the beginning, He hovers over every page of the Christmas story. You can find Cynthia online at CynthiaRuchti.com (https://CynthiaRuchti.com), and The Spirit of Christmas is available for purchase on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Spirit-Christmas-Discovering-Presence-Throughout/dp/0800772806).

3. 

   18 Nov 2025

   Parenting with Doug Campbell, Ministry Team Senior Coordinator at ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International)

   Today, Jeff sits down with Doug Campbell, who serves as the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), where he leads initiatives that help schools strengthen biblical worldview formation, spiritual formation, and home-school partnerships. Doug and Jeff discuss parenting, not the picture-perfect filtered version, but the real thing. The moments when frustration rises quicker than we expected. The exhaustion that sneaks up on us, the nagging fear that we're not doing enough.

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