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Life is challenging for Christian singles. How do you balance work and personal life? How do you own your faith? How can you date with a purpose? And prepare for marriage? All while honoring God through it all? Hit up The Boundless Show, a Christian podcast for young adults, for some good, honest conversation. The young adult years are full of possibility and choices that shape who you become. Join host Lisa Anderson to discuss the highs and lows, lean on each other, and trust God in this important season of adulthood.
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True Confessions: Episode 860
Being content in every circumstance, plus tips for connecting with your neighbors, and responding when someone confesses a sin struggle.
Featured musical artist: Je’kob
Roundtable: Finding Contentment
Opportunities to buy into the lie, “I’d be happy if I had (fill in the blank),” surround us everywhere we go. But what if there were a way to truly be content regardless of the circumstance or season? Our guests share their struggles with contentment and how they’ve learned to seek trust and gratitude instead.
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Culture: Neighborhood Watch
In a world of increasing isolation, it’s easy to overlook our neighbors. But what if you discovered creative opportunities to connect with and be a light to the people on your street and in your community? Chris and Elizabeth McKinney felt God’s call to do just that. They’re here this week to share their best strategies for becoming a friend to the people (literally) around you.
Neighborhoods Reimagined: How the Beatitudes Inspire Our Call to be Good Neighbors
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Inbox: When a Friend Confesses Sin
What should you do if a friend confesses a sin struggle to you? Counselor George Stahnke weighs in.
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Getting to Know You: Episode 859
How to really get to know people, plus Kris Swiatocho gives advice to her 20-something self, and why are many Christians OK with gossip?
Featured musical artist: Darlene Zschech
Roundtable: Study Others to Show You Care
When you meet someone, he or she makes an impression on you. But truly getting to know someone takes intention, time and effort. Our guests discuss lessons they’ve learned in forming connections and going deeper in their understanding of others. They also share some of the hallmarks of a good friendship.
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Culture: Lessons From a Lifelong Single (Part 2)
Kris Swiatocho had a rough start as a young adult. She admits she wasn’t walking with the Lord, so after a season of partying and poor relationship choices, Kris saw the chance to join a Christian community — and took it. After witnessing what churches do well and not so well in ministering to the unmarried, she started The Singles Network Ministries. Looking back on all she’s learned, she shares advice she’d give to her young adult self.
Intentional Relationships for Singles: Prepare, Plan, Pursue, Propose
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Inbox: Why Are Christians OK With Gossip?
Does it seem like Christians in your church and friend groups are OK with gossip and white lies? Why is this, and what can we do about it? Counselor Angel Perez weighs in.
Guest: Angel Perez
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Be Yourself on Dates: Episode 858
Don’t be fake while dating, plus Kris Swiatocho’s testimony as a single adult, and should a guy ask a girl out even after he’s been friendzoned?
Featured musical artist: Jeremy Rosado
Roundtable: Dating as the Real You
It’s great to date someone who’s comfortable in their own skin. So why do so many of us try to impress a date by acting like someone else? Whether we fake interest in their hobbies or we exaggerate (lie) about our accomplishments, we think becoming a version of someone they might like is better than being just plain old us. But no one wants to date a poser, so our panel delves into a spirited discussion on the topic and gives encouragement to be real, whatever the cost.
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Culture: Lessons From a Lifelong Single (Part 1)
Kris Swiatocho had a rough start as a young adult. She admits she wasn’t walking with the Lord, so after a season of partying and poor relationship choices, Kris saw the chance to join a Christian community — and took it. After witnessing what churches do well and not so well in ministering to the unmarried, she started The Singles Network Ministries. Today she speaks to singles around the world about friendship, dating, finding community, and following Jesus — whatever your relationship status.
Intentional Relationships for Singles: Prepare, Plan, Pursue, Propose
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Inbox: After She’s Friendzoned You
A girl at church has already friendzoned him. Should he still try to ask her out, or just let it be? Counselor Patrick Hill weighs in.
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Test Your Knowledge of the United States: Episode 857
A quiz to celebrate America’s birthday, plus Dr. Ken Wilgus on relating to your parents as an adult, and should you be passionate about your job?
Featured musical artist: Daniel Bashta
Roundtable: How Well Do You Know the U.S.A.?
How many Justices of the Supreme Court can you name? What was the last state admitted to the Union? What was the first U.S. capital city? In honor of Independence Day, we’re taking a quiz on these and other fun United States trivia questions. So grab a pen and paper, keep track of your answers, and test your knowledge of United States history and government.
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Culture: We’re All Adults Here
Getting along with your mom and dad as an adult has its challenges. What do your parents want from you, and what if they’re having a hard time letting go? Conversely, are you taking ownership of your life and responsibilities? Do you care about them and their interests? Dr. Ken Wilgus has counseled families for decades. He joins us this week to provide guidelines for healthy conversations and behaviors between parents and adult children.
Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children: Trusting God with the Ones You Love
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Inbox: Should I Feel “Called” to My Job?
You want fulfilling work, but does that mean you have to be passionate about your job? Lisa Anderson shares from her career experience.
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Women on Modesty: Episode 856
Women discuss the implications of modesty, plus more with Dr. Jake Porter on singles and sexuality, and can you save money in a spend-centric culture?
Guests: Georgia Dunham, Megan Linser, Taylor Loftus, Jake Porter, Glenn Lutjens
Featured musical artist: Kerrie Roberts
Roundtable: Men and Women Talk Modesty (Part 2)
Many of us heard about the importance of modesty growing up: “Dress appropriately.” “Don’t cause your friend to stumble.” “What would Jesus do?” But what is modesty, what’s the biblical instruction on it, and is it just about clothes (or a lack of them)? This week we conclude a two-part discussion on the underlying motivations and practical application of modesty. A panel of women shares how modesty is a matter of the heart, what they appreciate from brothers in Christ, and some of the challenges women face in the world of fashion.
Guests: Georgia Dunham, Megan Linser, Taylor Loftus
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Culture: Singles and Sexuality (Part 2)
What if sexuality is about so much more than having sex and not breaking the rules? What are the unique takeaways for singles in particular? Dr. Jake Porter is a therapist who has researched extensively on sexuality, especially as it manifests apart from marriage and sex. He joins us for a provocative discussion featuring findings from his own background and the state of singleness in the United States today.
Guest: Jake Porter
Featured resource: Rethinking Sexuality: God's Design and Why It Matters
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Inbox: Saving Money in a Spending Culture
How can you save money when your friends and others are spending at the drop of a hat? Counselor Glenn Lutjens weighs in.
Guest: Glenn Lutjens
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Men on Modesty: Episode 855
Men discuss the implications of modesty, plus Dr. Jake Porter on singles and sexuality, and what about dating couples who act married?
Featured musical artist: Nathan Tasker
Roundtable: Men and Women Talk Modesty (Part 1)
Many of us heard about the importance of modesty growing up: “Dress appropriately.” “Don’t cause your friend to stumble.” “What would Jesus do?” But what is modesty, what’s the biblical instruction on it, and is it just about clothes (or a lack of them)? This week we begin a two-part discussion on the underlying motivations and practical application of modesty. In part one, a panel of guys shares how modesty is a matter of the heart, what they appreciate from sisters in Christ, and their encouragement to girls who feel overlooked. (Next week, the women have their turn.)
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Culture: Singles and Sexuality (Part 1)
What if sexuality is about so much more than having sex and not breaking the rules? What are the unique takeaways for singles in particular? Dr. Jake Porter is a therapist who has researched extensively on sexuality, especially as it manifests apart from marriage and sex. He joins us for a provocative discussion featuring findings from his own background and the state of singleness in the United States today.
Rethinking Sexuality: God’s Design and Why It Matters
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Inbox: Should a Dating Couple Act Married?
Is there a point in a dating relationship where a couple can and should act married? Why or why not? Counselor Jenny Coffey weighs in.
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Customer Reviews
Love it!
I am a single young adult and I have been listening for several years now! I enjoy Lisa and the team at Boundless! I am encouraged by what I hear and it’s helping me feel seen and heard as a single steeped in church culture. Thank you for all you do! God bless!
A great podcast
I really do look forward to this show every week. I love the discussions since the guests usually speak openly on the particular topics and reflect the practical application of the word in their lives. It’s a podcast to be recommended to every young person.
I love this podcast!!
The Boundless Show has given me countless encouragement, insights into my own heart, and resources to help me navigate my faith in the world as well as strengthening my knowledge of Jesus! I highly, highly recommend this podcast, it’s truly a breath of fresh air every week!
P.S. Happy birthday to Georgia! Hope you have a great day and an even better year! 🖤🖤