Episodes

Happy 800th!: Episode 800

Happy 800th!: Episode 800

June 1, 2023

Reflecting on 800 episodes, plus more with Dr. Greg Smalley on preparing for a great marriage, and is church membership biblical? Featured musical artist: David Baloche Roundtable: Celebrating #800 Thanks to you, our listene…

Independence While Dating: Episode 799

Independence While Dating: Episode 799

May 25, 2023

Dating without losing yourself, plus Dr. Greg Smalley on preparing for a great marriage, and when does a relationship reach the “serious” stage? Featured musical artist: Stu Garrard Roundtable: Don’t Lose Yourself in Dating …

Christians and Alcohol: Episode 798

Christians and Alcohol: Episode 798

May 18, 2023

Finding joy amid depression, plus Jonathan Pokluda on Christians and alcohol, and should high-schoolers date? Featured musical artist: Hollyn Roundtable: Finding Joy When It Feels Impossible Christians are called to live joy…

Social Media Rehab: Episode 797

Social Media Rehab: Episode 797

May 11, 2023

Detoxing from social media addiction, plus more with JP Pokluda on killing bad habits, and is it wrong to date if you aren’t ready for marriage? Featured musical artist: Je’kob Roundtable: How to Detox From Social Media You …

Replacing Vices With Virtues: Episode 796

Replacing Vices With Virtues: Episode 796

May 4, 2023

Evaluating your morning routine, plus JP Pokluda on killing bad habits, and advice for a virgin considering marriage to someone who isn’t. Featured musical artist: Darlene Zschech Roundtable: The Importance of Morning Routin…

Are Revivals Real?: Episode 795

Are Revivals Real?: Episode 795

April 27, 2023

Insight on recent campus revivals, plus the gospel in light of CRT and racial unity, and when your spouse seems spiritually stunted. Featured musical artist: Jeremy Rosado Roundtable: Understanding Mass Revivals Earlier this…

What Is Grace?: Episode 794

What Is Grace?: Episode 794

April 20, 2023

Pastors discuss the meaning of grace, plus decluttering and cleaning tips from a professional organizer, and should we fast to discern God’s will? Featured musical artist: Daniel Bashta Roundtable: A Practical Understanding …

Identity Check: Episode 793

Identity Check: Episode 793

April 13, 2023

When your identity is in the wrong things, plus unique advice for Hispanic young adults, and concerns about Christians and romantic entertainment. Featured musical artist: Covenant Worship Roundtable: The Identity Traps of W…

Prayer for the Common Christian: Episode 792

Prayer for the Common Christian: Episode 792

April 6, 2023

Learning to pray, plus thoughts on sexual purity before marriage, and what to do when singleness feels like suffering. Featured musical artist: David Baloche Roundtable: How to Pray in a Meaningful Way Some people seem to pr…

Long-Distance Dating: Episode 791

Long-Distance Dating: Episode 791

March 30, 2023

Successfully dating long-distance, plus becoming a master communicator, and is it OK to keep finances separate in marriage? Featured musical artist: Kerrie Roberts Roundtable: Living Through a Long-Distance Relationship Long…

Sibling Love: Episode 790

Sibling Love: Episode 790

March 23, 2023

Having a good relationship with your siblings, plus understanding your conflict style, and finding hope after losing a parent. Featured musical artist: David Dunn Roundtable: Getting Along With Your Siblings Your siblings wi…

Are You a Lifelong Learner?: Episode 789

Are You a Lifelong Learner?: Episode 789

March 16, 2023

Keeping yourself motivated to learn, plus navigating mental health issues and dating, and some of Lisa’s favorite Scriptures. Featured musical artist: Aaron Shust Roundtable: How to Love Learning Whether you’re still in scho…

Seasons of Life: Episode 788

Seasons of Life: Episode 788

March 9, 2023

Appreciating different seasons of life, plus lessons from the American story, and is embryo freezing OK for Christians? Featured musical artist: Mosaic MSC Roundtable: Navigating Life’s Varied Seasons Spring is one of the mo…

The Faith of Elisabeth Elliot: Episode 787

The Faith of Elisabeth Elliot: Episode 787

March 2, 2023

A proper perspective on influencers, plus an insider’s look at Elisabeth Elliot, and helping a friend in an unplanned pregnancy. Featured musical artist: Nathan Tasker Roundtable: Admiring or Idolizing an Influencer? We all …

Cross-Cultural Dating: Episode 786

Cross-Cultural Dating: Episode 786

Feb. 23, 2023

Advice for dating someone from a different culture, plus finding godly and gifted pastors, and do mental health issues make marriage off-limits? The Focused Pastor Featured musical artist: Danen Kane Roundtable: Cultural Dif…

Moving Somewhere New: Episode 785

Moving Somewhere New: Episode 785

Feb. 16, 2023

Tips for relocating to a new city, plus more from Debra Fileta on healthy habits, and should you be a bridesmaid when there are red flags? Featured musical artist: Ginny Owens Roundtable: Adjusting to Life in a New Place Rel…

Single on Valentine’s Day:  Episode 784

Single on Valentine’s Day: Episode 784

Feb. 9, 2023

Enjoying Valentine’s Day as a single, plus Debra Fileta on healthy habits, and recovering from an ambiguous breakup. Featured musical artist: James Peden Roundtable: Valentine’s Day Won’t Kill You Valentine’s Day when you’re…

Creative Ways to Grow With God: Episode 783

Creative Ways to Grow With God: Episode 783

Feb. 2, 2023

Getting closer to God solo and with others, plus Nick and Chelsea Hurst’s tips on marriage-minded dating, and discussing marriage with your parents. Featured musical artist: Ellie Holcomb Roundtable: You, God, and Others Get…

Celebrating 15 Years of “The Boundless Show”: Episode 782

Celebrating 15 Years of “The Boundless Show”: Episode 782

Jan. 26, 2023

Celebrating 15 Years of “The Boundless Show”: Episode 782 The podcast turns 15 years old, plus founder Steve Watters on how the show started, and Lisa Anderson recounts several favorite episode moments Featured musical artis…

Do You Need Counseling?: Episode 781

Do You Need Counseling?: Episode 781

Jan. 19, 2023

How therapy can improve your life, plus Debbie Laaser on trauma recovery, and hope for a strained sibling relationship. Featured musical artist: About a Mile Roundtable: When to Look for a Counselor Counseling isn’t just for…

Be More Productive: Episode 780

Be More Productive: Episode 780

Jan. 12, 2023

Small but measurable changes in productivity, plus the state of the pro-life movement post-Dobbs, and how to avoid online scams. Featured musical artist: Jonathan Cain Roundtable: How to Increase Your Productivity When you c…

Relationship Goals: Episode 779

Relationship Goals: Episode 779

Jan. 5, 2023

Setting relational goals in the new year, plus Jeanine Amapola’s breakup recovery tips, and how to politely say “no” to a second date. Featured musical artist: Love and the Outcome Roundtable: Goals for Your Relationships Si…

How to Have an Amazing First Date: Episode 778

How to Have an Amazing First Date: Episode 778

Dec. 29, 2022

Ideas for a successful first date, plus popular misconceptions about dating, and the dangers of seeing every guy as a potential spouse. Featured musical artist: Austin Stone Worship Roundtable: First Date Strategies for Succ…

Should Everyone Experience a Breakup?: Episode 777

Should Everyone Experience a Breakup?: Episode 777

Dec. 22, 2022

Expressing your faith on social media and in person, plus more from Tim Challies on processing grief, and should a breakup be part of your story? Featured musical artist: Abandon Roundtable: Living Your Faith Online and IRL …