About this episode
Brandon Young shares his personal journey through hardship and the importance of perseverance in faith.
In a world filled with uncertainty, suffering is inevitable. But quitting is not. In this episode from our Sharpen men’s gathering, U.S. Army Ranger Brandon Young shares a deeply personal journey through war, loss, fear, and a marriage that nearly ended. The central question: Will you merely endure hardship — or will you persevere through it? Drawing from Romans 5, Ecclesiastes 3, and the mountains of Afghanistan, this message reminds us that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance shapes character, and character anchors us in hope. Perseverance is not about grit alone. ⚔️ It’s about trusting that God is forming you into something new. If you feel like you’re in a dead spin — in your marriage, leadership, or private battles — this episode is a reminder: God isn’t finished. Hope is on the other side of hardship. And perseverance brings joy. 👉 Listen now and be encouraged to trust God with the unforeseen territories of your life and future. 🎧 Also available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Check us out on YouTube:: Video Podcast As always, shoot us your questions at men@missionhills.org and enjoy today's episode…
People in this episode
Hosts: Matt Winter, Colin McFarland
Guest: Brandon Young
Topics covered
- endurance
- perseverance
- suffering
- hope
- faith
Keywords
- marriage
- leadership
- character
- God
- joy
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Afghanistan, Littleton, CO
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