What happens when a licensed therapist, Army chaplain, firefighter and follower of Jesus challenges the Church to become more like Christ instead of simply looking Christian?
In Episode 97 of *What the Hell Do I Know with JB*, Jason sits down with Nick Young—licensed therapist, pastor, former Army National Guard chaplain, former firefighter, co-founder of Black Boy Therapy, and one of the most compassionate voices speaking into faith, race and mental health today.
Nick's life has been dedicated to serving others. From the fire service to military chaplaincy, from counseling trauma survivors to advocating for the emotional wellness of Black boys and men, his message is rooted in one simple belief:
Following Jesus should make us more loving—not more certain.
Together, Jason and Nick wrestle through some of today's biggest conversations:
• Why Christians often prioritize politics over the Holy Spirit
• Race, reconciliation and seeing every person as made in God's image
• Why therapy isn't a lack of faith—it can be an act of faithful stewardship
• Church hurt, shame and learning to receive grace
• Deconstruction versus making your faith your own
• Why wrestling with God is actually biblical
• Mental health, anxiety, depression and healing
• Why certainty may be replacing genuine faith
• The role of community in emotional and spiritual healing
• Ego, humility and the freedom found in the Gospel
• The beauty of gratitude in seasons of suffering
• What abundant life actually means according to Jesus
One of the most powerful moments comes when Nick shares how he would explain Jesus to someone who has never heard the Gospel—a beautiful reminder that Jesus fed people before questioning them, loved the marginalized and came to set people free through grace, justice and radical love.
Whether you're wrestling with your faith, rebuilding after church hurt, navigating anxiety or simply trying to follow Jesus more authentically, this conversation is for you.
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Instagram: @nickyoungslife
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What part of your faith have you had to wrestle with—and how has God met you there?
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