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The #1 Habit That Changes Everything: Prayer show art The #1 Habit That Changes Everything: Prayer

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Why is prayer so important… and how do you actually grow in your prayer life? In this episode of The BRAVE Way Podcast, Pastor Jeff breaks down what most Christians misunderstand about prayer—and why Jesus made it clear that prayer is our connection to the Almighty God. The disciples didn’t ask Jesus how to raise the dead. They didn’t ask how to cast out demons. They asked one thing: “Lord, teach us to pray.” Because they saw the power… the intimacy… and the transformation that happens when someone lives in the presence of God.   In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why...

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EP36: Is Christmas Pagan? How to Pray to the Trinity? Pastor Jeff Answers the Big Questions show art EP36: Is Christmas Pagan? How to Pray to the Trinity? Pastor Jeff Answers the Big Questions

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Christians have BIG questions—about the Trinity, about prayer, and yes… about Christmas, Easter, and even Halloween. In this fast-paced episode of Ask Pastor Jeff, he tackles some of the most debated topics in the church today: 🔥 Is Trinity subordinationism biblical? 🔥 How does Jesus intercede for us right now? 🔥 Can you pray “wrong” to the Trinity? 🔥 Are Christmas and Easter actually pagan? 🔥 Should Christians avoid Halloween—or redeem it? Pastor Jeff cuts through confusion with clear biblical answers—especially from Romans 14—and reminds us that every day belongs...

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EP35: Are Good Works Required for Salvation? - Ask Pastor Jeff show art EP35: Are Good Works Required for Salvation? - Ask Pastor Jeff

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Have you ever wondered whether your good deeds play a role in your salvation? Pastor Jeff brings absolute clarity to this foundational question, breaking down Ephesians 2:8–9 with powerful, biblical truth. Through practical examples and Scripture-rooted teaching, he shows that good works don’t earn salvation—they flow out of it. Salvation is God’s gift by grace through faith, and the works we do are the evidence of a transformed life. If you’ve wrestled with doubt, confusion, or pressure to “do more” to be saved, this message will reshape your perspective and deepen your...

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EP34: Infant Baptism? Water vs Spirit? Pastor Jeff drops TRUTH about BAPTISM. show art EP34: Infant Baptism? Water vs Spirit? Pastor Jeff drops TRUTH about BAPTISM.

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Does baptism actually save you? Should infants be baptized? What’s the difference between water baptism and Spirit baptism? Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub breaks it ALL down — straight from Scripture — with clarity, conviction, and Biblical accuracy. In today’s video you’ll learn: Who biblically should be baptized Why water baptism does NOT remove sin What Spirit baptism actually is Why “baptismal regeneration” isn’t in the Bible How to know if YOU need to get baptized again What happened to Pastor Jeff when HE finally got baptized If you have EVER had questions about baptism —...

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From NFL Locker Rooms to Gospel Boldness: D'Cota Dixon’s Call to Evangelism show art From NFL Locker Rooms to Gospel Boldness: D'Cota Dixon’s Call to Evangelism

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Former Wisconsin Badgers captain & Bucs safety D'Cota Dixon shares how God turned a performance-driven life into a bold call to evangelism. From loss, struggle, and mentorship to family and ministry—this is a powerful testimony. Pastor Jeff interviews D'Cota Dixon about his journey from the NFL to full-time ministry. D'Cota opens up about losing his father, college struggles with sin, the mentors who discipled him, why evangelism is an overflow of love, and how marriage, fatherhood, Scripture, and prayer shaped his walk with Christ. You’ll hear: How God used spiritual fathers to...

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What It’s Really Like Growing Up in a Pastor’s Home show art What It’s Really Like Growing Up in a Pastor’s Home

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Ever wondered what it’s really like to grow up in a pastor’s home? In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Pastor sits down with his daughter, Brooke, to talk about faith, family, and life in the spotlight of ministry. From childhood moments of grace to the life-changing day she accepted Christ, Brooke shares her journey with vulnerability and hope. Pastor reflects on raising children authentically—focusing on love over obligation and trust over fear—while navigating the unique challenges of ministry life. You’ll be encouraged to create open, grace-filled conversations in your own...

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We Win: Gospel Urgency, Global Unity, and the Power of Prayer with Leon Dasarath show art We Win: Gospel Urgency, Global Unity, and the Power of Prayer with Leon Dasarath

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On this powerful episode of The BRAVE Way Podcast, Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub sits down with Leon Dasarath, a frontline gospel leader and Issachar Alliance pastor, from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Together, they reflect on an unforgettable week of training pastors from over a dozen nations—representing more than 1,200 churches across Africa and Asia. Leon shares his incredible personal testimony of being saved while facing prison time for murder, and how God turned his life around to preach the gospel to the unreached. From the streets of Uganda to the underground churches of Pakistan, this...

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We Will Not Comply — The Bold Stand Every Pastor Must Take | William Wolfe & Pastor Jeff show art We Will Not Comply — The Bold Stand Every Pastor Must Take | William Wolfe & Pastor Jeff

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In this powerful episode of The BRAVE Way Podcast, Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub sits down with William Wolfe—former White House staffer and leader of the Center for Baptist Leadership—for a candid and urgent conversation about courage, conviction, and the call to action for today’s church. From praying over President Trump in the Oval Office... To standing against radical legislation at the Colorado State Capitol... To exposing the dangers of “seeker-sensitive” theology and cultural compromise... This episode pulls no punches. Pastor Jeff and William Wolfe discuss: Why biblical pastors...

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EP24 From NFL to High School Coach: Brock Huard on Faith, Football, and the Next Generation show art EP24 From NFL to High School Coach: Brock Huard on Faith, Football, and the Next Generation

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In this powerful episode of The BRAVE Way Podcast, Pastor Jeff sits down with former NFL quarterback and broadcaster Brock Huard for a raw and inspiring conversation about faith, family, and calling. Brock opens up about his journey from pro football to sports media, and now into coaching at Valor Christian High School. He shares how a “holy stirring” moved him and his family from Seattle to Denver, how he’s using football as a ministry, and why the next generation of athletes is more spiritually hungry than ever before. You’ll hear about: Life-changing mentors and locker room Bible...

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Unembarrassed of Jesus - Pastor Travis Johnson - EP 23 show art Unembarrassed of Jesus - Pastor Travis Johnson - EP 23

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In this powerful and passionate message from the BRAVE Church Warrior Summit, Pastor Travis Johnson brings a fiery challenge to the men of God: Stop following Jesus at a distance. Get close. Get bold. Get unembarrassed. From hilarious Alabama greetings to sobering truths about culture, politics, and the spiritual battle we face, Pastor Travis weaves personal stories, national moments, and biblical fire into one of the most unapologetic, urgent sermons you’ll hear all year. 💥 Topics covered: Why following Jesus from a distance leads to spiritual failure Behind the scenes with President...

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Learning Scripture deeply—and multiplying it in others


Finishing well: humility, correction, and accountability


Forming men to bless women, children, church, and city


Why BRAVE runs toward mission (“Taking Ground”)


Chapters

00:00 Welcome & the “gates of hell” moment

03:05 Peoria roots, sushi night, and a God-woven friendship

08:42 Fasting, preaching, and confirmation of calling

15:10 Bible study that moves from knowledge to action

20:55 Planting BRAVE: tears, trials, and answered prayer

28:30 Accountability, character, and finishing well

36:15 Men on mission vs. cultural confusion

44:10 Why BRAVE plays offense (prisons, campuses, schools)

51:30 How to get off the sidelines and serve

54:50 Final encouragements + prayerful sendoff


Next steps


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Guest: Dale Hanssen

Host: Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub

Location: BRAVE Church, Denver, CO


Keywords: church on offense, Matthew 16:18, men of God, finishing well, prayer & accountability, church planting, BRAVE Church, Pastor Jeff, Dale Hanssen, Taking Ground, evangelism, discipleship, prisons ministry, campuses, schools


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