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Ben Young serves as the senior pastor of Second Baptist Church where he has been on staff since 1989. A native of the Carolinas, Ben moved to Texas in 1978. He holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Bethel University in San Diego and teaches homiletics, apologetics, and practical theology as an adjunct professor at Houston Theological Seminary. A prolific reader and writer, Ben is the author of several books, including Room for Doubt, The Ten Commandments of Dating, and Devotions for Dating Couples. In his latest book, Survive the Day, he draws from personal experiences to offer insights into not only surviving each dark day but also living every day in ways that make a person stronger, wiser, and more at peace. Ben has served as chaplain for the Houston Astros and has hosted a nationally syndicated radio talk show. In his free time, he enjoys surfing and practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Ben and his wife, Krissie, have six children and 2 grandchildren.
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Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
There will always be people around us seeking to pervert, to divert, to pollute, to poison the authentic gospel of Jesus Christ. When this happened in the early churches in the Galatian region, the Apostle Paul penned an explosive letter warning them to be discern between true gospel and false teaching. One of the most important things we can do to defend ourself is to be aware and then know how to spot a different gospel.
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Everyone has a past and deals with guilt and shame. We've all broken God's commandments and His laws. Shame makes us feel humiliated, unworthy and unacceptable. Shame seeps into our soul because of something that we've done or something that's been done to us. So what do we do with this shame? We go to Galatians and find out that what Christ did is greater than what anyone has done. That's the gospel. Only His grace rescues us from guilt and that haunting sense of shame.
Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
Ever wonder what's inside those packages piling up on your doorstep? Life's greatest gift isn't found in an Amazon box, but in God's Word!
Join us as we dive into the book of Galatians - the microchip of the Bible. In just 6 chapters, it unpacks:
✝️ True freedom in Christ 💪 Surprising power through the Holy Spirit ❤️ God's amazing, transformative love
No matter what you're facing, God has a package of freedom, power, and love waiting for you. Are you ready to open it?
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
The struggle is real—but so is God’s love. In this powerful message, Pastor Ben Young gets honest about life’s hardest seasons and what Scripture says about suffering. Drawing from Romans 8 and 2 Corinthians, he reminds us that we grow stronger through struggle, not avoiding it. And in the middle of it all, nothing—not fear, failure, or even death—can separate us from God’s love.
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Do you ever wonder if God really loves you—especially when life gets hard? In this message, Pastor Ben Young exposes the “daisy love theology” many of us fall into: He loves me, He loves me not. But Romans 8 reminds us of something better—God’s love is constant, personal, and unshakable. No matter your circumstances, His love will see you through.
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
When life feels like it’s pushing back from every angle, how do you keep going? In this encouraging message, Dr. Ben Young shares the powerful truth of Romans 8: God is for you. Whether you’re facing fear, loss, doubt, or uncertainty about the future, you’re not alone. Learn how daily grace, grounded faith, and God’s tenacious love can carry you through.
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Does God really exist? There is ample scientific, philosophical, historical, and experiential evidence for His existence even for the intellectual. But most importantly, God isn't just an abstract concept - He's deeply personal. His love and transformative power address our deepest needs and help us overcome life's challenges. Even if you’re grappling with doubt, can you open your heart to the overwhelming evidence all around you?
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Does God really exist? There is ample scientific, philosophical, historical, and experiential evidence for His existence even for the intellectual. But most importantly, God isn't just an abstract concept - He's deeply personal. His love and transformative power address our deepest needs and help us overcome life's challenges. Even if you’re grappling with doubt, can you open your heart to the overwhelming evidence all around you?
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Everyone wants to be successful—but what does success really look like in God’s eyes? In this message, Pastor Ben Young dives into Romans 8 and reminds us that true success starts with one word: tenacious. God’s love for you is steady, fierce, and unstoppable. He knows you, pursues you, and is transforming you daily. If you’ve ever felt like giving up, this message will fire you up.