Brett was born and raised in Arizona.  He completed an MDiv from Phoenix Seminary and a ThM from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.  His academic interests include biblical theology, ethics, and spiritual formation.  He and his wife, Audra, have three sons. In addition to his work at GCU as Coordinator of the Barnabas Pastoral Program, he serves his church by leading a small group Bible Study and a ministry focused on the integration of faith and work.