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Dan Young on SOS Radio

26 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 6 years ago -

From the SOS Radio Network, Dan Young explores life in our modern society through a lens of faith and hope, 60 - 90 seconds at a time. You'll be inspired and encouraged by his quirky perspective, and laugh along with him as he shares his latest adventures as a dad and husband.

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Episodes

Pastor David Kistler - 'God's Not Done with the USA!'

September 13, 2018 01:11 - 3 minutes - 2.5 MB

Pastor David Kistler was at the Pentagon shortly after the 9/11 attacks. As the chaplain showed him the impact point, he shared a story that shows God's Hand, even in tragic circumstances. It'll help you find hope in your 9/11 memories!

The Surprising Thing about Spiritual Attacks

August 24, 2018 20:45 - 1 minute - 1.04 MB

In the past, I've said stuff like, "I lost my wallet yesterday. It's an attack from the enemy!" Or, "I've had this sinus infection for 2 months now. Totally under attack." What if the most dangerous form of spiritual attack doesn't look like hardship or illness... what if it looks like something you've always wanted?

Your Kids Have Grown... Have You?

August 16, 2018 21:23 - 1 minute - 1.32 MB

Those back-to-school photos show you just how much your kids have grown since last year. But as grown-ups, we don't expect the same growth from ourselves. As Christians, maybe we should.

Family Mission Statements from The Bible - Part 4 of 5

June 22, 2018 20:26 - 1 minute - 876 KB

Family Mission Statements are a pretty old tradition. In fact, the first one was given to Abraham by God Himself! In part 4 of a 5-part series, we'll take a look at this timeless example.

Your Family Mission Statement - Part 3 of 5

June 22, 2018 20:23 - 1 minute - 1.08 MB

Once you've talked as a family about your shared values, you're ready to write a Family Mission Statement. It's only a few sentences, but they create an incredibly powerful statement of your Family Identity. If you want your kids to share your faith, framing it with a Family Identity is a wise move!

Discovering Your Family Identity - Part 2 of 5

June 22, 2018 20:18 - 1 minute - 1.12 MB

Discovering your Family Identity starts with a question: What matters to us as a family? This is a fun conversation for everyone in your tribe. You'll learn how you each contribute as individuals to your overall Family Identity... which helps you understand how God is using you to share His love with the world around you!

What Is Your Family Identity? Part 1 of 5

June 22, 2018 20:14 - 1 minute - 1.51 MB

What is it that makes your family unique? How is your little tribe of humans different from the tribe next door? There are so many benefits of establishing your Family Identity. In this 5 part series, we'll talk about the discovery process, why it matters, and even look at examples from the Bible!

The Prize in the Cereal Box

May 16, 2018 22:47 - 1 minute - 866 KB

When I was a kid, they used to put prizes in cereal boxes. I've realized as grown-ups, we don't get that experience any more... so maybe we should create that experience!

Moses, Jesus and an Old Man play Golf

April 24, 2018 20:20 - 1 minute - 4.47 MB

I don't usually do this sort of thing, but I heard a hilarious joke the other day. Moses, Jesus, and an old Man all go golfing together...

The Song Gets Sweeter with Time - Canebrake Wrens

April 04, 2018 21:04 - 1 minute - 1.23 MB

Canebrake wrens mate for life. As they live life together, something amazing happens to their song... and it might just be exactly what you need to hear for your marriage today.

Natalie Grant Finds Hope in Battling Cancer

March 05, 2018 20:46 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MB

"Help me want the healer more than the healing, Help me want the savior more than the saving." Powerful words for somebody who is going through treatments for thyroid cancer. And even if the surgeons were able to remove the cancer, Natalie Grant was told that her voice would likely never be the same. Listen as she shares where she found hope, and she relives the amazing moment she realized her voice was stronger than ever!

Sidewalk Prophets - Seeing God in Tough Situations

February 15, 2018 22:12 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MB

On the first week of their tour, their trailer burned down. A lifetime of instruments and gear was lost, along with all their merchandise. But in the hours following, they saw a community gather around them, supporting them. Sidewalk Prophets catch up with Dan Young on SOS Radio, and perform their new song, 'Come to the Table.'

Could My Life Story Be Told Without God as a Main Character?

February 07, 2018 20:41 - 1 minute - 900 KB

Famous people have biographers. Their job is to tell the story of their subject's life. Sounds a little like being a Christian, eh? But what if YOU had a biographer? What sort of story would they tell? Would it be possible to tell your story without God as a central element?

Paint with the Dolphins. What's next?

January 29, 2018 08:00 - 59 seconds - 688 KB

I saw a billboard this morning that said you can now 'Paint with the Dolphins'. It's exactly what it sounds like. You paint with dolphins. Where can we go from here? I share a few ideas, just off the top of my head.

Earning God's Love - The Claw Machine

January 23, 2018 22:44 - 1 minute - 1.07 MB

I can't ever seem to win the teddy bear with those claw machine games. I'm not actually sure if it's even possible. Similarly, if I'm not careful, I can try to win God's love and approval with my own efforts... and I'm not sure that's possible, either. That's where Jesus comes in. And to continue this odd analogy, He doesn't even need the claw.

Hawk Nelson Live in the SOS Studio

January 09, 2018 20:21 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Jon and Daniel from Hawk Nelson talk about life as a brand new parent, how God is helping them grow the fruits of the Spirit, and the technical terms behind beekeeping. Not kidding.

What Happens When Dad Comes Home

November 29, 2017 02:36 - 1 minute - 1.07 MB

Christmas is when we receive two incredible gifts. We don't deserve them. But we need them more than the air we breathe. I recently had a chance to teach my son Joshua about these two gifts... and there was ice cream involved, which is always awesome.

Healing from Bitterness - Brandon Heath

November 11, 2017 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Most of us don't have it all together. If we want to love God and others with our whole hearts, sometimes we have to go through some healing first. But letting go of resentment and bitterness isn't easy. Brandon Heath chats with Dan Young about moving forward and being ALL of yourself. He also performs his hit songs, 'Whole Heart' and 'I'm Not Who I Was.'

How to Be Courageously Vulnerable (Vulnerability, Part 5 of 5)

November 10, 2017 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.25 MB

In the final segment of a five-part series, Dan Young puts all the pieces together, and encourages you to be courageously vulnerable with the people in your life!

Avoid the Escape Routes (Vulnerability, Part 4 of 5)

November 09, 2017 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.65 MB

We all have ways to deal with unpleasant emotions. But when it comes to running away from vulnerability and intimacy, we tend to settle on a handful of tactics. In part four of a five-part series, Dan Young talks about the dangers of our escape routes.

People You Should Not Open Up To (Vulnerability, Part 3 of 5)

November 08, 2017 20:09 - 1 minute - 1.34 MB

Let's be honest. Some people are simply not safe. In part three of a five-part series, Dan Young talks about the types of people that do not deserve your vulnerability, and insight from scripture on how to handle them.

Why We Fear Being Vulnerable (Vulnerability, Part 2 of 5)

November 08, 2017 02:51 - 1 minute - 1.36 MB

Does the idea of being truly open and honest with another human being seem a little scary? In part two of a five-part series, Dan Young dives into the reasons why we fear vulnerability, and how to overcome them.

Perfectionism is a Bad Friend (Vulnerability, Part 1 of 5)

November 08, 2017 02:50 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MB

In this first part of a five-part series, Dan Young shares why a tendency toward perfectionism may actually reveal a fear of being vulnerable... and why it's so valuable to grow beyond it.

Matt Redman on Drawing Close to God in Dark Times

November 07, 2017 21:22 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

As our Las Vegas community heals from the recent tragedy, SOS artist Matt Redman shares hope and encouragement he's learned through his own journey of healing.

Dealing with Doubts in Your Faith

November 07, 2017 21:15 - 1 minute - 1.39 MB

When life takes a turn for the worst, we can find ourselves dealing with doubts. Does God really exist? And if I share these thoughts with somebody, will they see me as less of a Christian? Dan Young from SOS Radio shares how walking through his own season of doubt actually strengthened his faith in God.

What I learned while escaping Hurricane Irma

November 07, 2017 21:14 - 2 minutes - 2 MB

If we keep our ears open, we'll hear a million stories being told all around us. If we keep our eyes open, we'll see a piece of ourselves in them. And if we keep our hearts open, we'll realize that we're telling stories of our own. When Hurricane Irma cut short Dan Young's Florida visit, he found himself in a sea of humanity at Orlando Airport. Here's what he learned.