The BRAVE Way Podcast

Pastor Jeff and Brian Bonn discuss the importance of rest and rejuvenation for maintaining personal effectiveness and overall well-being. He shares his journey of learning to step back from work, emphasizing that taking breaks can lead to greater insight and productivity, as illustrated by the analogy of "sharpening the saw." Pastor Jeff highlights the significance of engaging in fulfilling activi...

Pastor Jeff and Brian Bonn discuss the upcoming Warrior Summit men's conference, highlighting its focus on empowering men through prayer, worship, and connection with God. Encouraging men to step out of their comfort zones, they emphasize the importance of gathering together to seek the Lord and bond over shared experiences. The conference aims to teach men practical skills for spiritual growth, s...

Pastor Jeff and Brian Bonn discuss the upcoming Warrior Summit men's conference, highlighting its focus on empowering men through prayer, worship, and connection with God. Encouraging men to step out of their comfort zones, they emphasize the importance of gathering together to seek the Lord and bond over shared experiences. The conference aims to teach men practical skills for spiritual growth, s...

In this conversation, Pastor Jeff and Brian Bonn discuss the upcoming series 'The. Only. God.,' which aims to clarify the nature of the Trinity and deepen the understanding of God as one being in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They emphasize the importance of knowing God personally and relationally, rather than merely understanding theological concepts. The series will ad...

In this conversation, Pastor Jeff and Brian Bonn discuss the upcoming series 'The. Only. God.,' which aims to clarify the nature of the Trinity and deepen the understanding of God as one being in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They emphasize the importance of knowing God personally and relationally, rather than merely understanding theological concepts. The series will ad...

Pastor Jeff and Paul Simpson discuss the current challenge of persecution facing the church, noting that while Americans have faced mandates during the pandemic, it pales in comparison to the violent persecution experienced by many Christians globally. They emphasize that true believers often rise to greater fervency for Christ during opposition, which sifts the church and strengthens relationship...

In our eighth podcast, Pastor Jeff and Greg Steir discuss the importance of evangelism and the power of the gospel, likening it to a steak that should be served, regardless of the method, rather than getting caught up in debates over how to present it. They highlight the necessity of adults modeling faith-sharing for youth, emphasizing that young people are influential in spreading the gospel, esp...

In podcast seven, Pastor Jeff emphasized the importance of maintaining faith and prayer in the midst of political uncertainty. He conveyed that regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election—whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris is elected—Christians should continue to trust in the Lord and pursue the mission of the church. He passionately asserted that prayer is fundamental, not only for poli...

In podcast seven, Pastor Jeff emphasized the importance of maintaining faith and prayer in the midst of political uncertainty. He conveyed that regardless of the outcome of the upcoming election—whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris is elected—Christians should continue to trust in the Lord and pursue the mission of the church. He passionately asserted that prayer is fundamental, not only for poli...

Pastor Jeff discusses the journey of faith and service of his brother (Justin Schwarzentraub), who moved to Illinois to take on the role of a pastor after years of serving in various capacities at BRAVE Church. Justin shares his transformative experience of reading the Bible, which led him to seek a genuine relationship with Jesus rather than just head knowledge. Both brothers reflect on their bon...

Pastor Jeff discusses the journey of faith and service of his brother (Justin Schwarzentraub), who moved to Illinois to take on the role of a pastor after years of serving in various capacities at BRAVE Church. Justin shares his transformative experience of reading the Bible, which led him to seek a genuine relationship with Jesus rather than just head knowledge. Both brothers reflect on their bon...

Pastor Jeff reflects on his journey of church planting and emphasizes the significance of the Word of God, citing a powerful metaphor: "the word of God is like a lion." He stresses that if we allow it to be unleashed, it will defend itself and speak truth into lives. Alongside sharing his personal experiences, Pastor Jeff introduces his mentor, Kent Shaw, who discusses the importance of conviction...

Pastor Jeff invites Pastor CB to share his journey from addiction to founding Beacon Church in Denver, emphasizing God's transformative power in his life. After hitting rock bottom, CB experienced a life-changing moment that led him to recovery and eventual church planting. Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and planting in a post-Christian environment, CB remains committed to serving h...

Pastor Jeff and Seth Gruber delivered an evocative sermon emphasizing the need for Christians to stand up against the culture of death and uphold kingdom values here on Earth. Seth shared about his passion for defending the sanctity of life through his pro-life ministry, White Rose Resistance. He explained how his organization tackles cultural issues holistically instead of concentrating solely on...

Pastor Jeff and Kim shared their marriage journey, highlighting forgiveness, trust, and communication. They discussed challenges like parenting demands, personality differences, and the need for unity. Emphasizing honesty over secrets, they stressed seeking God's guidance and biblical values. Their advice: prioritize your spouse, seek counseling, forgive, communicate openly, and build a strong, fu...