Breaking Ground : A Six-week Foundational Study for New Christians

Written primarily for new Christians, this discipleship-oriented book is designed to help people lay a biblical foundation in six weeks. In Psalms 11:3, David wrote, “If the foundations are destroyed, what will the righteous do?” A solid, biblical foundation is key to long-term spiritual success. With this goal in mind, this book is uniquely formatted to encourage the reader to interact with the Bible, spend time with God daily, meet with a mentor or small group, and explore topics that are vital to cultivating a biblical worldview.

Dr. B.J. Condrey holds a B.A. in Psychology and Philosophy from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, an M.A. in Philosophy from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Ph.D. in Ethics and Practical Theology from the University of Edinburgh's School of Divinity, where he received a merit-based tuition scholarship. He serves as Curriculum and Technology Specialist in the School of Religion at Hampton University and teaches philosophy, ethics, and logic at Hampton University, the University of Southern Mississippi, Houston Christian University, and Hutchinson Community College.

His academic interests include supererogation in philosophical and Christian ethics, the life and thought of C.S. Lewis, spiritual formation, generative AI in education, and the history of ideas in Western philosophy and theology. Before entering higher education, Dr. Condrey served in pastoral ministry for 12 years and continues to preach when opportunities arise. He enjoys reading, writing, biking, camping, fly fishing, playing competitive tennis, and spending time with his wife, three children, and close friends.