Brian Haynes Applying Scripture, Jesus, Personal Growth, Renovation

“I don’t need God,” said no one dying alone in the desert ever.

We live in a desert. No matter what part of the planet you consider home, you were born in a desert. We walk a scorched path. The place we call home is the wilderness; a dry and weary land where there is no water. It is possible, even probable, that you do not even realize … Continue reading “I don’t need God,” said no one dying alone in the desert ever.

Brian Haynes Applying Scripture, Church, For Ministry Leaders, Jesus, My Thoughts, Parenting

Disciple Children for Life on Mission

Each year I am privileged to lead a group of 40ish people on an in-depth study tour of the land of Israel. We study the biblical text in context but not in the usual way. Instead we hike the land from Dan to Beersheva and try to pattern our experience around the ways of the … Continue reading Disciple Children for Life on Mission

Brian Haynes America, Applying Scripture, Bay Area, Church, Jesus, My Thoughts

Hope Remains: A Timely Message for Christians in America

Last night at Bay Area Church we gathered for an amazing time of prayer for our Nation. It had little to do with politics and everything to do with the glory of Christ. On November 8, everything in America will change, like it or not,  but the LORD never changes. Hope remains brothers and sisters. … Continue reading Hope Remains: A Timely Message for Christians in America