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.
What if you’re missing what God wants to give because you’re holding on too tightly? In this practical and inspiring message, Dr. Ben Young unpacks the power of generosity through Philippians 4 and s…
What if the mountain you're facing is actually your moment? In this powerful and hope-filled message, Dr. Ben Young dives into Philippians 4 to share the secret of true strength—not self-confidence, …
Your mind matters more than you think. In this powerful and practical message, Dr. Ben Young unpacks Philippians 4:8–9 to show how the thoughts we entertain shape our peace, our faith, and even our i…
Worry has a way of stealing our peace, doesn’t it? In this encouraging message, Dr. Ben Young walks through Philippians 4 and shares how to break free from anxiety by practicing gratitude, turning yo…
What if God wants to do something new in your life—starting today? In this message, Dr. Ben Young dives into Philippians 4 and 2 Corinthians 5:17 to explore what it means to be made new in Christ. Wh…
Life offers many ways to leave God, but perseverance is key. Ask: Who's been through what I'm facing? What do I need to stop? What do I need to start? Fix your eyes on Christ and run your race with e…
Life offers many ways to leave God, but perseverance is key. Ask: Who's been through what I'm facing? What do I need to stop? What do I need to start? Fix your eyes on Christ and run your race with e…
When life knocks you down, double down on devotion. Persevere through the detours, trusting God's plan. Your setback may be a setup for something greater. Keep praising, keep pushing. God's saying: G…
When life knocks you down, double down on devotion. Persevere through the detours, trusting God's plan. Your setback may be a setup for something greater. Keep praising, keep pushing. God's saying: G…
Are we living our lives with purpose, in a way that will lead to hearing those coveted words 'Well done' from God? This powerful message challenges us to get 'dialed in' to God's purpose for our live…
Are we living our lives with purpose, in a way that will lead to hearing those coveted words 'Well done' from God? This powerful message challenges us to get 'dialed in' to God's purpose for our live…
One of the biggest questions we all face, regardless of origin, education or wealth, is why am I here? As human beings, we cannot have meaningful lives without a sense of purpose. So how do we engage…
One of the biggest questions we all face, regardless of origin, education or wealth, is why am I here? As human beings, we cannot have meaningful lives without a sense of purpose. So how do we engage…
Many times in life we need a change in perspective because we fail, and feel defeated, depressed, or disappointed with where we are in life. One avenue God gives us to change our perspective is the p…
Discover the transformative power of corporate worship and move from spectator to participant in God's presence. It's time to engage and unleash God's power through worship.
We all feel it—that ache, that restlessness we can't quite shake. In this powerful message, Dr. Ben Young takes us to Jeremiah and 1 John to show how our constant searching for meaning, love, and pea…
Water is essential to us as human beings. We have to have water or we can't exist. But most of us have a “water” problem because we are suffering from spiritual dehydration. We have a thirst of the s…
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…
That voice in your head telling you you’re not enough? It’s time to fight back. In Part 2 of “The Battle for Your Mind,” Pastor Ben Young gives practical steps for winning the war of worry, shame, an…