Episode 661 Foundations Creating A Hebrews 6 Disciple With Jeff Brown
Show Highlights
In this episode of The SDM Show, host Rob Cairns sits down with longtime friend, workplace education specialist, and assistant pastor Jeff Brown. Jeff shares the personal calling that led him to write his first book, Foundations: Creating a Hebrews 6 Disciple. Together, Rob and Jeff break down the core structural philosophy behind the book, the importance of continuous foundational learning, and why true faith requires actionable lifestyle changes rather than passive belief.
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Show Notes
Key Takeaways
- A Strategic Approach to Faith: Jeff structured the book using the same step-by-step methodology he used to design workplace corporate education programs, ensuring the text is approachable, structured, and easy to read.
- The Importance of Foundations: Many individuals tend to skip basic concepts to get to more advanced topics. Jeff emphasizes that solid foundations are critical for long-term growth in both business and spiritual journeys.
- Faith is Actionable: Drawing from the original linguistic meaning, Jeff highlights that true faith is not merely a mental agreement but rather a deliberate choice to act consistently upon what you believe.
- The Church and the Community: The duo discusses the critical role churches play when they actively engage with, support, and help rebuild their surrounding local communities.
Chapter Markers
- [00:00] Episode Intro & Sponsor Message (All-in-One WP Migration by ServMask).
- [01:03] Rob introduces guest Jeff Brown and his career transition.
- [02:05] Jeff discusses his writing journey and why he decided to write Foundations.
- [03:40] The pedagogical design of the book: matching structural courseware styles with end-of-chapter reflection questions.
- [05:07] Target audiences: who should read Foundations?
- [06:05] Post-COVID community dynamics: live streams versus physical gatherings.
- [07:14] Addressing trauma, accountability, and returning to spaces of growth.
- [08:24] Case study: A local community response to the Danzig Street shooting in Toronto.
- [09:37] Deep dive into the book’s core teachings: redefining faith and spiritual baptism.
- [11:00] Personal reflections on the Golden Rule, relationship-building, and continuous self-work.
- [12:35] Teaser for Jeff’s upcoming third book, The Roar (expected Fall 2026).
- [14:02] Where to find Jeff’s books, website, and Substack newsletter.
- [14:40] Episode Outro & Sponsor Credits.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Jeff’s Books: Foundations: Creating a Hebrews 6 Disciple and Beginnings (Available on Amazon CA/US).
- Jeff’s Website: Jeff Brown Books
- Jeff’s Newsletter: Jeff Brown on Substack

