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Milk of the Word

A Six-Sided Framework for Building Spiritual Maturity

Milk of the Word invites you into the six foundational teachings named in Hebrews 6, not as abstract doctrine but as a practical path toward mature faith. Jane Cody walks through each foundation in the Hebraic world where Scripture was first given, helping readers see familiar passages with new clarity. As these six sides come together, they form a strong framework for spiritual discernment, stability, and growth. If you have longed for a deeper, more resilient walk with God, this book was written for you.

Available in paperback · Digital edition coming soon

Is This Book for You?

Milk of the Word is for Christians who love Scripture but sense there is more depth still to uncover. It is written for readers ready to move beyond surface-level study into the historical, cultural, and Hebraic world in which God first gave His Word.

This book was written for you if…

  • You've been a Christian for years but feel your faith could go deeper.
  • You want to understand what the Bible meant to its original audience.
  • You've wondered what the six foundations in Hebrews 6 actually are.
  • You're curious about the Hebraic roots of Christian faith but don't know where to start.
  • You're a Bible study leader, teacher, or discipleship mentor looking for a structured framework.
  • You want a faith that is not just emotionally resonant but intellectually grounded.

If any of those questions sound familiar, Milk of the Word was written with you in mind.

Inside the Book

Milk of the Word is organized around the six foundational teachings named in Hebrews 6:1-2, giving readers a clear and intentional path for growth. Each foundation is explored in its Hebraic context so that doctrine is understood within the world of Scripture, not apart from it. The six-sided metaphor is intentional: like the six sides of a honeycomb cell, each foundation connects to and strengthens the others.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction - Why Context Changes Everything
  2. Foundation One - Repentance from Dead Works
  3. Foundation Two - Faith Toward God
  4. Foundation Three - The Doctrine of Baptisms
  5. Foundation Four - Laying On of Hands
  6. Foundation Five - Resurrection of the Dead
  7. Foundation Six - Eternal Judgment
  8. The Six Sides Together - Building Maturity
  9. Conclusion - Moving Toward Maturity

Read a Sample Chapter

The best way to know if a book is right for you is to read it. Here is an excerpt from the opening chapter of Milk of the Word so you can hear Jane's voice and teaching rhythm before you purchase.

Spiritual maturity does not happen by accident, and it does not happen by emotion alone. The writer of Hebrews calls us to move beyond infancy, not by abandoning the basics but by understanding them as God intended. These six foundations are not a checklist to complete and leave behind. They are structural truths that hold a life together when pressure comes. When we recover their Hebraic context, we stop reading Scripture as isolated ideas and begin to see the coherent wisdom of God's covenant story. In that story, maturity is not performance. It is rootedness, discernment, and faithfulness formed over time in the presence of God.

What Readers Are Saying

Milk of the Word has encouraged believers across the country to read Scripture with fresh eyes.

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I finished this book with my Bible open and my heart steady. Jane makes deep truths understandable without watering them down. The six foundations finally felt connected, and our small group conversations have gone deeper because of it.

Pastor Elise Warren | Discipleship Pastor

The Hebraic lens in Milk of the Word helped me read familiar passages with new clarity. This is thoughtful, grounded teaching that serves both new students and seasoned leaders. I now recommend it to everyone in our leadership track.

Daniel Brooks | Bible Study Leader

Jane writes with both warmth and precision. She does not rush the reader, and she does not flatten the text. By the end, I felt invited into mature faith rather than pressured into religious performance.

Rachel Monroe | Christian Author and Speaker

Our home group used Milk of the Word for eight weeks, and it gave us a shared language for growth. The framework is memorable, biblical, and practical. It has become one of our most referenced books for discipleship.

Mark and Angela Pierce | Small Group Hosts

This is not trendy spirituality. It is rooted biblical formation. Jane's work brings depth without distance and gives churches a faithful path to teach believers how to grow in maturity over time.

Rev. Thomas Hale | Senior Pastor

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about the book? Here are answers to the ones readers ask most.

  • What does 'Hebraic context' mean - do I need to know Hebrew to read this book?

    Hebraic context means reading Scripture in the historical, cultural, and linguistic world where God first gave it. In Milk of the Word, that context helps the six foundations in Hebrews 6 come into focus with greater clarity and purpose. You do not need to know Hebrew to benefit from this book. Jane writes as a guide for readers at every stage.

  • Who is this book written for?

    This book is written for mature Christians, Bible study leaders, discipleship mentors, and curious seekers who want more than surface-level reading. It is structured and substantive, but it is not an academic textbook. Jane's goal is to make deep biblical foundations understandable, memorable, and practical for daily discipleship and faithful long-term growth.

  • How is Milk of the Word different from other Bible studies?

    Milk of the Word is organized around the six foundational teachings of Hebrews 6 and explores each one through its Hebraic context. It is not a verse-by-verse commentary. Instead, it offers a structured framework that helps readers understand how spiritual maturity is formed, so they learn not only what to believe, but how to think biblically about growth.

  • Will there be a workbook or study guide?

    Yes. A companion study guide is planned, and a free resource is already available now at /free-resource. If you join the email list, you will be among the first to know when the full workbook is released. Jane is building these tools to support both personal growth and group discipleship over time.

  • Is an audiobook available?

    An audiobook edition is in development. If you join the email list at /free-resource, you will receive updates as soon as release details are available. Jane wants every format to carry the same warmth and clarity as the print edition, so production is moving carefully and intentionally.

  • Can I use this book for a small group or church study?

    Yes. The six-foundation structure is especially well suited for small groups and church-based study because it gives leaders a clear framework to guide conversation and application. Many readers are already using it in discipleship settings. Jane is also available for speaking and teaching engagements through /teaching-speaking.

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