Some pain doesn’t just go away.
It follows you. It waits. It whispers.

And if you’re not careful—it starts to feel like it owns you.

In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, Kevin Young of the band Disciple shares an unfiltered conversation about sin, freedom, and the battle every believer faces behind the scenes.

After more than 30 years in Christian music, Kevin opens up about the reality that following Jesus doesn’t mean you stop struggling—it means you learn how to fight differently.

From the story behind “Dear X (You Don’t Own Me)” to the hard lessons of confession, accountability, and healing, this episode is a reminder that the things chasing you don’t get the final word.

Guest Bio

Kevin Young is the lead vocalist of the Christian rock band Disciple, a group that has spent over 30 years blending hard rock with a bold message of faith. With 13 studio albums, multiple Dove Awards, and songs featured across major platforms like ESPN, WWE, and CBS, Disciple has impacted listeners around the world. Kevin is passionate about evangelism, authenticity, and helping people find freedom through Jesus.

Episode Highlights
Why sin doesn’t just disappear—it chases you
The powerful metaphor behind “Dear X (You Don’t Own Me)”
The danger of “small” compromises
How sin starts subtle—but spreads like cancer if left unchecked
Why confession leads to healing
The difference between hiding struggles and bringing them into the light
How music breaks through where words can’t
Why God uses music to reach places nothing else can
What it really means to follow Jesus
Not perfection—but learning, failing, and being formed over time

Pull Quote

“SIN DOESN’T JUST LEAVE—IT WAITS. BUT THROUGH JESUS, IT DOESN’T OWN YOU ANYMORE.”

Helpful Links
Disciple Band: https://disciplerocks.com

Sponsor

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Some pain doesn&rsquo;t just go away. It follows you. It waits. It whispers.
And if you&rsquo;re not careful&mdash;it starts to feel like it owns you.
In this episode of The Walk: Faith in the Real World, Kevin Young of the band Disciple shares an unfiltered conversation about sin, freedom, and the battle every believer faces behind the scenes.
After more than 30 years in Christian music, Kevin opens up about the reality that following Jesus doesn&rsquo;t mean you stop struggling&mdash;it means you learn how to fight differently.
From the story behind &ldquo;Dear X (You Don&rsquo;t Own Me)&rdquo; to the hard lessons of confession, accountability, and healing, this episode is a reminder that the things chasing you don&rsquo;t get the final word.
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Guest Bio
Kevin Young is the lead vocalist of the Christian rock band Disciple, a group that has spent over 30 years blending hard rock with a bold message of faith. With 13 studio albums, multiple Dove Awards, and songs featured across major platforms like ESPN, WWE, and CBS, Disciple has impacted listeners around the world. Kevin is passionate about evangelism, authenticity, and helping people find freedom through Jesus.
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Episode Highlights
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<li data-section-id="1bc91th" data-start="1900" data-end="2051">Why sin doesn&rsquo;t just disappear&mdash;it chases you The powerful metaphor behind &ldquo;Dear X (You Don&rsquo;t Own Me)&rdquo;</li>
<li data-section-id="kst3ev" data-start="2053" data-end="2200">The danger of &ldquo;small&rdquo; compromises How sin starts subtle&mdash;but spreads like cancer if left unchecked</li>
<li data-section-id="17jdnly" data-start="2202" data-end="2318">Why confession leads to healing The difference between hiding struggles and bringing them into the light</li>
<li data-section-id="xchetv" data-start="2320" data-end="2464">How music breaks through where words can&rsquo;t Why God uses music to reach places nothing else can</li>
<li data-section-id="199hbw1" data-start="2466" data-end="2579">What it really means to follow Jesus Not perfection&mdash;but learning, failing, and being formed over time</li>
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Pull Quote
&ldquo;SIN DOESN&rsquo;T JUST LEAVE&mdash;IT WAITS. BUT THROUGH JESUS, IT DOESN&rsquo;T OWN YOU ANYMORE.&rdquo;
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Helpful Links
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<li data-section-id="11iogyr" data-start="2719" data-end="2763">Disciple Band: <a href="https://disciplerocks.com" data-start="2736" data-end="2761">https://disciplerocks.com</a></li>
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Sponsor
This episode is brought to you by Planning Center: the all-in-one software to help your church schedule volunteers, plan services, and stay organized. Try it free today at <a data-start="3053" data-end="3139">https://www.planningcenter.com/?utm_source=wlm&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=thewalk</a>
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Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative—believers who don’t just lead worship, but live it. These aren’t interviews; they’re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.

Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.

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Part of the Worship Leader Magazine Podcast Network, The Walk is a weekly devotional podcast where faith meets story in powerful, personal ways.
Each episode features a first-person devotional from a worship leader, pastor, artist, or creative&mdash;believers who don&rsquo;t just lead worship, but live it. These aren&rsquo;t interviews; they&rsquo;re heartfelt testimonies about walking with God in the highs and lows, the mundane and miraculous.
Produced by Worship Leader Magazine, a trusted resource in worship ministry for over 30 years, The Walk equips and encourages worshipers to cultivate a lifestyle of Spirit-led worship beyond the platform.
Whether you&rsquo;re a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, these stories will help you walk closer with Jesus.
Explore every episode: <a href="https://worshipleader.com/podcasts/" data-start="1072" data-end="1137">worshipleader.com/podcasts</a>

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The Walk Podcast shares real conversations with worshippers&mdash;moments when faith was tested, obedience cost something, and God showed up.
You&rsquo;ll hear the struggle. You&rsquo;ll hear the choice. You&rsquo;ll hear what God did.
Because faith isn&rsquo;t just a moment&mdash;it&rsquo;s a walk. And you don&rsquo;t have to walk it alone.
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The Walk Podcast: Faith in the Real World

Kevin Young: The Truth About Sin No One Talks About

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