Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub serves as the Senior Pastor of BRAVE Church in Denver, Colorado, where he is boldly committed to preaching the Word of God, spreading the gospel, and advancing Christ’s Kingdom through the local church. Since its founding in 2010 with just a handful of people, BRAVE has grown into a multi-campus movement—welcoming thousands each week across three physical locations and an expanding global online campus. BRAVE also reaches behind prison walls, launching campuses within the Department of Corrections as part of its mission to take the gospel to every person, in every place, no matter the cost.

Driven by a call to preach the Word without compromise, Pastor Jeff also founded Pastor Jeff Ministries—a national and global ministry designed to equip believers and challenge them to take their next step of faith. His daily radio program airs across all 50 states on over 400 stations, including SiriusXM, boldly proclaiming the gospel and calling people to live with clarity and conviction in a culture of confusion and compromise. He also trains pastors around the world, especially in regions where gospel ministry is dangerous and costly.

In the fall of 2023, Pastor Jeff launched BRAVE Academy, a classical Christian school dedicated to raising up the next generation of warriors for Christ. What began as a bold step of faith has grown into a full K–12 institution, with a long-term vision to plant a BRAVE Academy alongside every BRAVE campus. BRAVE Academy goes far beyond academics—it's a training ground where students are equipped to follow Jesus boldly, with courage and conviction, prepared to stand firm in their faith no matter what challenges come their way.

Pastor Jeff holds theological degrees from both Dallas Theological Seminary and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, grounding his preaching in biblical truth with Spirit-filled conviction. His ministry tools are simple but powerful: prayer and the Word of God. Through BRAVE Church, Pastor Jeff Ministries, BRAVE Academy, and a growing national media platform, he is believing God for a global harvest and actively working to see the gospel proclaimed in every nation on earth.

Pastor Jeff has a unique passion for discipling men and raising up courageous, Christ-centered leaders. He enjoys investing time with entrepreneurs, risk-takers, and those who are serious about making their lives count for the Kingdom. As a former quarterback at the University of Illinois, he still enjoys being around athletes and following sports—especially the Denver Broncos.

He is joyfully married to his wife, Kimberly, whose love, strength, and partnership have been the foundation of his life and ministry. Together, they are the proud parents of three incredible children who love Jesus and are stepping into their own callings. Pastor Jeff considers his family his greatest earthly blessing and is committed to leading them with intentionality, courage, and unwavering faith. Whether at home or in ministry, he lives to leave a legacy of wholehearted devotion to Christ.