Ben Young Daily Podcast

Whether a student, young adult, or middle-aged, at some point in our life, we all ask the question, “Who am I?" We long for a sense of our own unique identity. You might look to religion, philosophy, or even psychoanalysis to define yourself, but if you are searching for an authentic identity and individuality, then you must go to the One Who made all of reality and Who made you.

It's one thing to find freedom. It's another thing to keep it. Lasting change doesn't happen by accident—it grows through daily dependence on God, honest self-examination, and a willingness to serve others. See how these simple practices can help you stay free and keep moving forward one day at a time.

Broken relationships, unresolved hurts, and past mistakes can weigh us down long after the moment has passed. Real freedom often begins when we're willing to take responsibility, seek reconciliation, and make things right. Learn how humility, courage, and God's grace can help repair what's been broken and open the door to lasting freedom.

It's easy to avoid the things we don't want to face. The hurts, fears, resentments, and habits we keep hidden can quietly shape our lives in ways we don't realize. See how honest self-examination, confession, and God's grace can lead to healing, freedom, and lasting transformation.  

Many of life's deepest struggles begin when we convince ourselves we can handle them alone. Whether it's a habit, addiction, fear, or unhealthy pattern, lasting freedom starts with honesty. Discover why admitting our weakness isn't the end of the story—it's often the first step toward healing, hope, and the power of God at work in our lives.

Ever felt like you’re barely holding it together while everyone else seems fine? In this raw and honest message, Pastor Ben Young unpacks Psalm 42 to remind us we’re not alone—and we’re not meant to live in isolation. Whether you're overwhelmed by life’s waves or crying out in silence, God’s love still calls to you in the deep. It’s time to stop pretending and start healing.

How do we face the mountains in life - the fears and tasks we have to overcome? We need the mountain climbing manual called God's Word and the Guide who knows the terrain and how to summit. We can learn from the Galatians, who were about to fall off the mountain because they were relying on their performance and legalistic rituals to make it to the top instead of following their guide, Jesus Chris...

Coaches are critical in the development of young men and women. Even adults employ “Life Coaches”. Good coaches must have tender and tough love and be able to tell it like it is. The Apostle Paul was a life coach for the Galatian churches, and he had some strong words when they began trying to earn the salvation they already possessed. Don’t let this misguided thinking hinder your spiritual growth...

Are you living in “Lawland” or Graceland? If you're stuck in Lawland trying to please God by your religion, efforts, morality or rules, it’s time for a move to Graceland where there is forgiveness, love, mercy, life and community – it’s where we can grow and follow God in Christ. Are you ready to move to Graceland?

When our car is out of alignment, we can end up in the ditch. And when things are misaligned in our spiritual life, we drift and eventually wind up in the ditch of a graceless, unforgiving mode of existence. But when we align with God, we have confidence, courage and conviction. Find out about forces that pull us out of alignment in Galatians chapter 2 and how to align or re-align with God.

What’s at the center of your life? If it’s anything other than Christ then we won’t be free from anxiety, stress and worry. Things start to shake, and we realize that center not going to hold up against all that life throws at us. We need to live Christ-centered lives that trust in Christ alone. Find out how to do that as we continue to study the book of Galatians.

Stress, worry, and anxiety can quietly take over before we even realize it. In this message, Ben Young looks at Jesus' Parable of the Sower and shows how the pressures of everyday life can crowd out our peace. Discover how Jesus invites us to stop carrying everything on our own and find rest, freedom, and lasting peace in Him.  

Your mind wasn’t meant to carry everything at once. If your thoughts feel cluttered, anxious, or out of control, this message will help you find peace again. It’s easy for our minds to become overwhelmed—filled with worry, fear, noise, and constant input. In this message, we look at what Scripture says about renewing your mind and how to take back control of your thoughts.

It’s easy to drift through life without even noticing. In this message, Pastor Ben Young explores why your soul matters and how daily habits shape its direction. Discover how practices like soul talk, feeding on God’s Word, and slowing down for soul care can bring you back to what matters most. Your soul is valuable, and God invites you to restore and strengthen it.    

Habits don’t just shape your routine—they shape your heart. And when your heart drifts, everything else eventually follows. Everyone has habits. Some are visible. Some are hidden. But over time, every habit is forming something deeper—your heart. In this message, we explore what Jesus called the most important command: loving God with all your heart, soul, and mind.

Many people spend their lives chasing success, approval, and purpose, yet still feel like something is missing. In this message, Pastor Ben Young explains how the love of God fills the deepest need in the human heart. Discover how God’s unstoppable love, revealed through Jesus Christ, brings identity, freedom, and hope that no circumstance can take away.

Why do so many of us feel spiritually stuck? While the world constantly pulls our attention and desires in every direction, God invites us into something deeper. Discover how delighting in Him transforms our hearts, reorders our desires, and leads to lasting spiritual growth and strength.  

Spiritual growth does not happen by accident. In this message, Pastor Ben Young explains what real spiritual maturity looks like and why God calls us to move beyond childish faith. Discover how worship, community, serving others, forgiveness, and encouragement help us grow stronger in Christ and become men and women who reflect His love in everyday life.  

No one wants to stay stuck in life but we often turn to blaming others for our problems or avoiding the hard things that need to be done.  When we learn how to take responsibility for our choices, face our fears and choose to be courageous, we can change the direction of our life.

Blaming others or your past when life isn’t going the way you hoped is a common rut for a lot of us. Break free from the "Blame Game" and discover what’s really behind that pattern. Healing and freedom can begin when you face life honestly and learn to move forward.

It’s confusing and painful when you pray and nothing seems to change. Find answers about what to expect in prayer, why answers don’t always come the way we hope, and how God can still bring growth and transformation through it.

Prayer can feel like trying to learn a foreign language - awkward and out of reach for a lot of us. Learn how to start simple, connect with God honestly, and discover the peace and strength that come from real conversation with Him.

Death and taxes may be certain—but what about your purpose? Pastor Ben Young uses Jesus’ words in Matthew 16 and Soren Kierkegaard’s life framework to explore how we move from a life of pleasure-seeking or performance into something deeper: a life of authentic, tenacious faith. If you want to hear “Well done” at the end of your life, this message will help you live for what matters most.

Drifting into a life that revolves around your own needs and goals is too easy. This message will challenge you to rediscover a bigger purpose and show how living for others can reshape your life with meaning, humility, and impact.

When life gets busy and overwhelming, it’s easy to feel stretched thin and out of balance.  Find out how to slow down, reset your priorities, and find real rest through simple rhythms that bring peace and purpose back into everyday life.