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The Boundless Show

The Boundless Show

By: Focus on the Family
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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.2025 Focus on the Family Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Relationships Social Sciences Spirituality
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  • When to Get Engaged: Episode 905
    Jun 5 2025

    Motivation for starting over, plus a marriage expert says when to tie the knot, and balancing Christian community with non-Christian friends.

    Featured musical artist: David Dunn

    Roundtable: National Start Over Day

    A breakup. A job layoff. An unmet goal. When failure, loss and disappointment happen, sometimes the best thing you can do is press reset. Today is National Start Over Day, and if you need a second (or third, fourth or fifth) chance, you’ll be encouraged by our guests’ stories as they share what it’s like to start over when life knocks you down.

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    Culture: Is It Time to Propose?

    Some people date for years, others for only a few months. There’s not a one-size-fits-all approach to moving toward marriage, but there is wisdom in knowing when to get engaged. What should you know about your boyfriend or girlfriend? About yourself? How can you tell the difference between cold feet and red flags? Bob Paul is a marriage therapist with both expertise and cautionary tales aplenty. He’ll help you parse out what you must know before deciding to tie the knot.

    Ready to Wed: 12 Ways to Start a Marriage You’ll Love

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    Empowered to Love: Discovering Your God-Given Power to Create a Marriage You Both Love

    Inbox: Balancing Christian vs. Non-Christian Friends

    How do you know if you’re spending enough time with your Christian friends? How about your non-Christian friends and neighbors? Lisa Anderson weighs in.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Gym Intimidation: Episode 904
    May 29 2025

    Vacation Bible School memories and ministry, plus overcoming your fear of gyms, and when your family has strong opinions about your date.

    Featured musical artist: Nathan Tasker

    Roundtable: We Love Vacation Bible School!

    For many of us, Vacation Bible School is a fond childhood memory of studying Scripture, singing songs, meeting new friends and playing games. Some even remember VBS as the place they first understood the gospel and accepted Jesus as their Savior. As young adults, it’s now a great opportunity for us to volunteer and invest in kids. Our panel will cover fun memories from VBS and how you can love and disciple children this summer — and have fun in the process!

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    Culture: Work Out Your Gym Fears

    What’s your biggest fear about going to the gym? Using equipment? Feeling out of shape compared to others? Just getting started? Lisa’s personal trainer, Jeff Wilson, has your back. He demystifies the process of crafting a workout, understanding gym etiquette, setting realistic expectations, and killing comparison. If you’re ready to get in shape for the summer, be sure to listen in.

    Fit God’s Way: Your Bible-Based Guide to Food, Fitness, and Wholeness

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    Inbox: Does My Family Need to Like My Boyfriend?

    Our listener is on edge about bringing her boyfriend home to meet her family. It begs the question: Should your family approve of the person you’re dating? Counselor and marriage expert Erin Smalley weighs in.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Doing Wedding Season Solo: Episode 903
    May 22 2025

    How to love weddings as a single guest, plus ordinary workers who did great things, and separating your work life from your personal life.

    Featured musical artist: Aaron Shust

    Roundtable: Attending Weddings as a Single

    Wedding season is upon us. It’s an exciting time, but for many single adults it can be lonely or even downright depressing. This week’s guests, all single, share how to confidently show up at weddings, celebrate the bride and groom, and still have fun in the process. If you’re dreading that next wedding invitation, you’ll be encouraged by this conversation.

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    Culture: God Loves Ordinary Jobs

    Some people think that to glorify God and make a difference, you need to be in full-time Christian ministry. But God loves all kinds of work and uses it (and people) for His good purposes. Jordan Raynor shares examples of people who trusted God with their “real world” jobs and used their creativity, perseverance and business know-how to make the world better. Get ready to be inspired by the true-grit stories of a pastor turned puppeteer, a toymaker and others.

    Five Mere Christians: Binge-Worthy Biographies That Show You How to Glorify God in Your Work

    Inbox: When Work Tries to Take Over

    Feel like you can’t separate your work life from your personal life? Our listener needs balance in order to stop feeling drained. Counselor Rob Jackson offers hope.

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    57 mins
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