The Story Behind the Music (Christian Hip-Hop with Julius Broady)
Staying Rooted, Overcoming Doubts, and Unlocking Kingdom Purpose
About this episode
What does it look like to turn your creative passions completely over to God, even when the path isn't easy?
In this episode of Kingdom Chaos, Troy sits down with Christian hip-hop artist Julius Broady (J.Broady) for an open, encouraging, and deeply real conversation about faith, music, and perseverance. Julius takes us back to the pivotal moments of his life, sharing his raw testimony of surrendering to Christ in the back of a Family Dollar store at age 20 after years of running from his calling.
Together, Troy and Julius dive into the realities of navigating the music industry as an independent artist. They explore how scripture, apologetics, and personal life struggles shape his lyricism, and what it takes to stay grounded when songs don't get the reach you hoped for. Julius also pulls back the curtain on his personal life, offering a transparent look into how he and his wife work together as a creative team, balance professional boundaries, and push each other toward excellence. From overcoming the dual traps of perfectionism and procrastination to breaking down the practical ways listeners can support independent Christian creators, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom for anyone striving to live out their faith authentically in a messy world.
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Key Scriptures
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us”
Hebrews 12:1
“for though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes”
Proverbs 24:16
“And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit,”
Ephesians 1:13
What’s in this episode
From Family Dollar to Faith: Julius shares his testimony, from denying God during work shifts to surrendering his life in the back of a retail store.
Authenticity in Calling: Breaking free from religious performative expectations and learning to be comfortable in your own skin.
The Creative Process: Writing music built on scripture, culture, and real-life experiences.
Perseverance & Defiant Faith: Pushing past discouragement, doubts, and rejection to keep creating for God.
Marriage & Teamwork: Balancing creative work with your spouse, setting healthy boundaries, and keeping high standards for the Lord.
Supporting Independent Creators: Understanding music streaming realities and practical ways listeners can back Christian artists.
Reflection questions
Are you striving for other people's approval or seeking to be authentic to who God created you to be?
In what areas of your creative work or life do perfectionism and procrastination keep you from moving forward?
When you experience doubt or lack of immediate results, do you trust that God is working behind the scenes?
How can you practically support brothers and sisters in Christ who are working to spread the Gospel through creative mediums?
Key Takeaway
Be Rooted First: Before you try to profess or share a message through your craft, spend time getting deeply rooted in God's Word.
Quote from the episode
"I have to keep my eyes on Jesus. Don't matter what the devil is doing... until my lungs are put to rest, I'm gonna keep going."