About Jared Haley

Jared Haley is a follower of Jesus, pastor, and public speaker who believes God created the design for strong faith and healthy families. Serving in professional ministry for over 20 years with his Master’s Degree in Transformational Leadership and Spiritual Formation, Jared is passionate about investing in people, and helping them understand how God wired and designed them to live strong. He loves any opportunity to speak publicly, and share with others the wisdom God has given him through his years of ministry study and experience.

When not podcasting, Jared works full time for Critical Bench as a Video Production Specialist. He has created and led several other productions including The Pastors on Pop Podcast, and Practical Living: a documentary style YouTube show where Jared learned specific skills from experts, and gave them the opportunity to share their individual stories. He continues to be active in the local Church serving as a leader, vocalist on the worship team, and volunteering to help his wife who oversees the child care ministry for all church services.

Although originally from Denver Colorado, Jared currently resides in Palm Harbor, FL with his wife of 15 years, Cairistiona, and their four children. He is an avid Denver sports fan, and is always ready for a fun game night, or watching a good movie. It is always a blessing when he can get outdoors to play soccer, softball, golf, or take a trip to the beach.

False Teachers and so much more on this episode!

Multi-award-winning singer/songwriter/recording artist and college professor, Dr. Jason Lee McKinney, has added "author" to his list of accomplishments with the unveiling of his debut book, Deconstructing a Disciple’s Doubt, recently released to retail from WordCrafts Press.

Perhaps better known as the founder and frontman for the acclaimed Americana roots band that shares his name, McKinney has spent more than a decade cementing a reputation for himself and The Jason Lee McKinney Band in the competitive world of modern-day roots music, resulting in worldwide recognition, national and international tours, and a number of industry awards, including a 2021 Josie Music Award for R&B/Soul Entertainer of the Year, a 2019 Josie Music Award for R&B/Soul Vocalist of the Year, and a 2014 Independent Country Music Association Award for Artist of the Year.

McKinney’s independent artistic creativity drove him to pursue multiple academic degrees, including a BA in Management, an MBA, an MA in Philosophy and Apologetics, and an Ed.D. in Leadership and Professional Practice.