War in the Wilderness: Fight for Your Family When Life Isn't as It Should Be

Review\n“This is the best book I’ve ever read about the ‘wilderness experience.’ I think everyone finds themselves in a wilderness sometime in their life and Brian Haynes does a superb job of explaining how to deal with it. His biblical insight was so helpful and hopeful.” –Jim Burns, Ph.D., president, HomeWord, author of Doing Life with Your Adult Children and Have Serious Fun\n“After nine years without children, our twin girls died at birth. Brian Haynes’ family has also suffered deeply. Brian has interwoven powerful insights from Scripture with lessons learned from his family’s searing pain. The result is a book profoundly helpful for families that go through the hardest experiences of life.” –Richard Ross, Ph.D., senior professor of student ministry, Southwestern Seminary\n“War in the Wilderness is a cool drink of refreshment in the midst of our stressful, painful, arid world. Brian Haynes brings Scripture to life as he empowers families to truly understand the battle we face, and he offers practical help, holistic advice, and biblical wisdom to families facing a crisis. An encouraging, hopeful read.” –Mary DeMuth, author of 46 books including Love, Pray, Listen: Parenting Your Wayward Adult Kids with Joy\n“It’s no secret there have been frontal assaults on the family the past 20 years but now it’s like the ground is literally shaking beneath our feet. We should not underestimate what we’ve been through with Covid, polarization, economic crisis―all of that combined with a lost culture is pushing families near the edge and sadly some over the edge. Brian tells his story, which is powerful, helps us look deeper at what’s going on and how Satan is wild with rage, then gives us practical help to move us forward. I highly endorse and encourage everyone I know to read this.” –Bob Roberts, author, founder Glocalnet and Multifaith Neighbors Network, global senior pastor Northwood Church\n“Brian Haynes is the real deal, and his authenticity shines through in War in the Wilderness. He helps readers navigate their family challenges by pulling back the veil on his own life. He provides sound biblical guidance while appreciating the common grace of medicine and counseling. Since family difficulties are common to all of us, War in the Wilderness is a must read.” –Dr. Bruce Wesley, founding pastor, Clear Creek Community Church --Endorsements\n“As I began my journey through this book, I had no idea how much I needed to read it. Through War in the Wilderness, Brian Haynes has given us a rare gift of a book, that not only equips us to fight for our families, but deeply nourishes our souls along the way.” –Matt Carter, vice president of mobilization, Send Network, North American Mission Board\n“Life is far from easy and at times... downright impossible. It can feel like we are at war with ourselves, society, our loved ones, or even the devil himself. Allow Dr. Haynes to take you on a journey of healing and hope through the pages of War in the Wilderness. You will be blessed and discover footsteps of joy even on the hard paths.” –Gregg Matte, pastor of Houston’s First Baptist Church\n“Brian Haynes is no theoretician pontificating on the travails of the modern family. He is a pastor and a father who has walked through the darkest of valleys, clinging to the hem of Jesus’ garment every single step of the way. He is a wise guide for our moment, taking our hands and showing us the path that Jesus first showed him.” –Steve Bezner, senior pastor, Houston Northwest Church\n“I’m so grateful for Brian Haynes’s vulnerable approach to mental health struggles when addressing the battles families face in War in the Wilderness. As a professional Christian counselor of 25 years, I appreciate his hope filled, holistic approach that includes psychological, physical, and spiritual dynamics.” –Michelle Nietert, M.A., LPC-S, clinical director of Hope Helps, author of Loved and Cherished, Make Up Your Mind, and God, I Feel Sad. --Endorsements\n“War in the Wildern