Ben Young serves as the senior pastor of Second Baptist Church.
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.
Weeds don’t just need to be removed—they need to be replaced. Pastor Ben Young unpacks what it means to grow stronger through the expulsive power of a new affection. Using Psalm 1 and the rich biblic…
Weeds don’t just show up in gardens—they grow in our lives, too. In this message, Pastor Ben Young identifies some of the spiritual weeds that can choke out our growth. Whether it’s lying, resentment…
Freedom sounds great—until too many choices leave us anxious, distracted, and empty. In this eye-opening message from Mount Sinai, Pastor Ben Young explores the Ten Commandments not as rigid rules, b…
What if Jesus' most famous sermon wasn’t just inspirational—but foundational? In this powerful message from the book of Matthew at the Mountain of Beatitudes, Pastor Ben Young helps us see how Jesus …
What do you do when life doesn’t turn out the way you thought it would? Pastor Ben Young takes us to Mount Gilboa in the Bible—what he calls "the mountain of exception." When unmet expectations lead …
Sometimes the top of the mountain doesn’t feel like a win—it feels like a letdown. Pastor Ben Young walks us through the final moments of Moses’ life on Mount Nebo, a place of both vision and loss. I…
On the Mount of Transfiguration, Jesus pulled back the curtain—and gave Peter, James, and John a glimpse of His glory. In this unforgettable message, Pastor Ben Young unpacks that mountain moment and…
What does it mean to be in a covenant with God—not just believe in Him, but belong to Him? From the mountaintops of Scripture, Pastor Ben Young begins with the story of Noah. From Genesis 9 to Romans…
To someone in your life, you're the closest thing to God that they've got. So what is our responsibility as followers of Christ to the lost among us? The gospel is for people who are broken, fallen, …
We can use technology in so many marvelous ways but many times our technology leaves us feeling disconnected. Anxiety, loneliness, and a sense of disconnection can come from our desire to be connecte…
As a follower of God or someone seeking to know God, it's all about worship. As human beings, it's inescapable - we are worshiping creatures. And what we put at the center of our life is what we wors…
The message of Christ's crucifixion, considered foolish by many, became the foundation of Western civilization and continues to offer profound meaning and hope. The Christian ethic is revolutionary i…
The message of Christ's crucifixion, considered foolish by many, became the foundation of Western civilization and continues to offer profound meaning and hope. The Christian ethic is revolutionary i…
Is it okay to question God? In this honest and hope-filled message, Pastor Ben Young says yes—and shows us how Scripture invites us to bring our doubts, struggles, and big questions directly to Him. …
We live in a world that celebrates self—likes, followers, and filters galore. But where does that leave our souls? Pastor Ben Young takes on the epidemic of narcissism and shows how Scripture offers …
Addiction doesn’t start with chains—it starts with a choice. In this raw and hope-filled message, Pastor Ben Young unpacks why we get hooked, how shame and denial keep us trapped, and what it takes t…
In a world of flexing and self-promotion, Paul challenges us to boast only in the cross of Christ. It's the great equalizer, showing God's justice and mercy. Our weakness becomes strength when we tru…
"What you sow is what you grow." God's Word can change your life. Build a life based on God's goodness and grace. Don't grow weary in doing good—there will be a harvest. Your choices matter. Eternity…
Restoration is our calling. We proclaim Christ's grace, provide healing spaces, and take pride in our growth. Like broken instruments creating beautiful music, the church turns brokenness into beauty…
Blue pill or red pill? The choice is yours. Live in selfish illusion or wake up to God's reality. Paul's message in Galatians: Choose the fruits of the Spirit over acts of the flesh. Rest in Christ, …