Jeff Brown begins his book by discussing strong foundations for our faith in Christ in Chapter One. He cites Hebrews 6 as a solid foundation for Christian discipleship, and it’s clear that the author of Hebrews intended these principles to be the bedrock of our faith!

Whether you believe Paul wrote Hebrews or not, Hebrews is undeniably a powerful part of our New Testament. This chapter provides a healthy starting point for all Christians, helping us wrap our hearts and minds around Christian life and discipleship!

Jeff emphasizes that knowledge must come first in building a strong Christian foundation. We need a solid understanding of the Scriptures and Christ to grow as we should.

While I believe God does show up in the life of a believer, we should never rely on signs or circumstantial evidence as the root of our faith. Instead, belief and steadfast submission to Christ must be our Solid Rock anchor.

I’ve heard many wise people say that the root of their wisdom was keeping the main thing the main thing. In our Christian life, knowing who Jesus was and is remains the main thing for an authentic Christian experience.

One thing is certain: salvation is a gift. No one can save themselves. To build a foundation with Jesus, the starting point must always be the New Birth. Spiritual light and life cannot be questionable; they must be absolute and central—the very beginning and the very end. Spiritual life is key to discipleship and our entire Christian walk.

Jeff concludes Chapter One, ‘Strong Foundations,’ by highlighting the clear biblical teaching on how to know Jesus. The Bible’s unmistakable message is that coming to know Christ always centers on admission, belief, and confession. Chapter One is a no-fluff, solid presentation of exactly what it claims to be: the basis for a “strong foundation.”