Author: Brian Haynes

I serve Jesus for the restoration of people, families, and churches. I am a student of the Bible and a sojourner of ancient paths. I am a disciple-maker, a preacher, and a writer. I love all people. I am honored to call Angela my wife, Hailey, Madelyn, and Eden my daughters, and Houston, Texas my home. I am on a kingdom assignment as the lead pastor at Bay Area Church.

Parenting Concern #3: We allow social media & gaming too early and in excess

by Brian Haynes on April 26, 2019 in Home, Parenting • 1 Comment

I think social media and gaming too early and in excess is leading to increased levels of depression, anxiety, and addiction among teenagers. It is a correlation that is difficult to prove, but I am not the only person, and I am certainly least among experts, who believe this is true. A December 22, 2018 CNBC report titled, “Facebook, Snapchat,…

Parenting Concern #2: We Pursue Talent Development Over Faith Development

by Brian Haynes on April 15, 2019 in Home, Parenting • 0 Comments

As parents we naturally want the best for our children. When we find something they enjoy or discover a measure of talent we want to invest. I think that’s kind of normal. When it comes to prioritizing time and money we generally pursue talent development over faith development and this could come with real consequence. According to a 2017 article…

Parenting Concern #1: We Worship our Children

by Brian Haynes on April 12, 2019 in America, Home, Parenting • 2 Comments

We worship our kids. Consequently they could believe they are the center of the universe. Worship Jesus instead. Adore Jesus as, not only the center of the universe, but its Creator. He is worthy of our worship. Our children are not. No one wants to raise children who think they are god. Entitlement sort of smells bad to everyone. Yet,…