I am weary of the false gospel of self, where men manipulate the good news for personal gain and fame in a quest to become spiritual rock-stars. Perhaps the most idolotrous sin is to use the lense of the gospel to focus the attention of people on anyone other than Jesus. When the gospel being … Continue reading Rock-star Gospel
Ashley’s Story: When the Question of Abortion Hits Home
This week Ashley McMillan pondered the issues of life, choice, and abortion as it relates to her own life. Ashley is an important part of our church at Bay Area but she is more than that to her husband Jesse and their four children. Prompted by her meditation of Psalm 139:13-18 Ashley asks an important … Continue reading Ashley’s Story: When the Question of Abortion Hits Home
A Guide for Children’s Pastors
How to Influence Your Lead Pastor I might be kind of an odd-duck. If you know me you are probably thinking, “no ‘might be’ about it Brian.” What makes me odd, at least partially, is that I speak at a lot of Children’s ministry conferences and events. The funny thing is, I have never … Continue reading A Guide for Children’s Pastors
Brian Haynes 