Second Baptist Church Houston

Temptation isn’t far away anymore.
It’s in our pockets. On our phones. Just a click away.

Every person faces the pull toward things that promise relief but leave us stuck in cycles of guilt and shame.

In this message from the Lord’s Prayer, we explore what Jesus meant when He taught us to pray:

“Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.”

Why do we keep falling into the same patterns?
And more importantly—how does God help us find a way out?

What if the words “All is forgiven” were really true for you? Shame says you’re disqualified. Grace says come home.

Forgiveness is one of the most difficult—and most freeing—realities in the Christian life.

In this message, we explore Jesus’ words in the Lord’s Prayer: “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.” Many believe in forgiveness in theory. But few live as if it’s actually true.

Through the story of the prodigal son, the cross of Christ, and the promise of Colossians 2, this sermon walks through how forgiveness brings real freedom—from guilt, from shame, and from the past.

Contentment doesn’t come from control or certainty — it comes one day at a time. God gives grace for today, not tomorrow.

In a world driven by anxiety, comparison, and the pressure to control the future, Jesus teaches a different way to live. In this message, we explore the prayer “Give us this day our daily bread” and what it means to stop “future tripping” and start receiving God’s grace for today.

This message reminds us that God isn’t just feeding us — He’s forming us. As we learn daily dependence, God grows contentment, courage, and trust in our lives.

Many people fear missing God’s will for their life—but what if God’s will isn’t hidden or fragile? This message explores how God’s will leads from fear to freedom through trust, obedience, and grace.

When the world feels like it is unraveling, Jesus gives us a prayer that reorients our hearts and our hope. In this message, we explore what it really means to pray “Your kingdom come” and how God’s reign brings clarity, courage, and peace in uncertain times.

 

Prayer does not begin with asking. It begins with relationship. Jesus shows us where prayer really starts when He teaches us to say, “Our Father.”

We all long for a father’s love—but what happens when that relationship is broken? In this message, we explore the deep “father hunger” in every heart and how the Lord’s Prayer begins with the life-changing words, Our Father. Discover how God’s fatherly love can heal wounds and transform your life.

Life isn’t just a marathon—it’s also a sprint. In this message, Pastor Ben Young unpacks Ephesians 5:15–17 and shares three powerful steps to start your year strong: Evaluate, Engage, and Embrace God’s will. Discover how to make the most of every opportunity and live with intentionality.

Life has a way of stealing our peace. Whether it's anxiety about the future, unexpected challenges, or the pace of everyday life, it's easy to feel unsettled. Be reminded that Advent points us to the One who offers a deeper peace—one that isn't shaken by changing circumstances.

The Advent season points us to a hope that reaches beyond our circumstances. It's not built on wishful thinking, but on the risen Christ and the certainty of His return. Be reminded that even the smallest glimpse of God's faithfulness can give us the strength to keep moving forward.