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Focus on the Family

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.

The Boundless Show

Using nerd culture to share Christ, plus Scripture’s solution to addiction and strongholds, and what to do about Bible study cliques. 
 
Featured musical artist: Tauren Wells
 
Roundtable: Bringing Jesus Into Your Nerdy Hobbies
 
Fantasy novels. Video games. Cosplay. There is a growing fascination among young adults for what we call nerd culture. If you’re nerdy and proud, what does that mean for you as a Christian? Are there any concerns with content in this genre? And is there a way to bring Jesus into it? Three of our nerdiest friends are ready to dish and defend all things nerd and talk about creative and practical ways to have fun in this world while inviting God into it. 
 
The Theology of… Pokémon 
 
The Theology of… Halo 
 
The Theology of… The Lord of the Rings 
 
The Theology of… Final Destination 
 
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Culture: Strongholds and Scripture
 
Have you ever done a Bible study on the topic of addiction and bad habits? Well, now you can. Dr. Karl Benzio and Rose Ann Forte have written one, and are here to talk about it as well as why God’s Word is the answer to the strongholds, false beliefs and besetting behaviors that hold us prisoner. Whether alcohol or drugs, sex, bitterness and anger or something else, finding hope in Scripture, journaling gratitude, rewiring your thought patterns and practicing new rhythms will get you unstuck. Here’s to real and radical change in 2026!
 
 Transformed by His Promises: A 12-Week Devotional for Freedom from the Psychological Slavery of Life-Interfering Behaviors 
 
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Inbox: Bible Study Cliques
 
Does your small group or Bible study feel like junior high? Lisa Anderson gives advice for navigating the scene when it starts feeling cliquish. 
 
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Nerd Culture and Christ: Episode 936

Teaching we want to hear in 2026, plus God’s plan for your career, and an executive’s career resource recommendations. 
 
Featured musical artist: Zach Williams 
 
Roundtable: What I Wish My Church Would Talk About
 
As you look forward to spiritual growth in 2026, what do you hope your pastor will preach on? What do you feel is needed by Christians in terms of scriptural guidance and instruction? Or maybe encouragement? Any specific Bible passages or topics seem especially relevant? Our guests ponder this potential; actually talking to their pastors about it — well, we’ll see! 
 
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Culture: God’s Will for Your Career
 
Does God have specific direction for your career? Does it matter what you do? Jordan Raynor lives, thinks and breathes all things calling and vocation. He spends time this week helping us decipher what listening to the Holy Spirit looks like when it comes to our jobs. He also offers tips for being proactive, pursuing growth, and moving on. 
 
The Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When You’re Not Sharing the Gospel) 
 
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Inbox: Favorite Career Resources
 
If you’re a successful executive coach, what are your go-to career resources? Ken Lane has a list of books, podcasts and assessments that you should check out. 
 
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Sermon Suggestions: Episode 935

Christmas activities across generations, plus the story behind the YouVersion Bible app, and overcoming the fear of a better option. 
 
Featured musical artist: Covenant Worship 
 
Roundtable: How My Family Celebrates Christmas
 
Does your family have Christmas traditions that are non-negotiable? Maybe a special dish or dessert someone makes, a movie you watch every year, or a church service you attend together. Passing traditions down through generations makes the holiday season extra special, so our guests get nostalgic in sharing their own traditions and why they choose to prioritize them in the midst of everything else they could be doing. 
 
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Culture: Billions of Bibles
 
If you have the Bible app on your phone, you can thank Bobby Gruenewald. He birthed the idea in an airport, and what landed in Apple’s app store on day one has now tallied over one billion downloads. Bobby joins us for an insider’s look at the story behind the YouVersion app, what it can do (did you know our host, Lisa Anderson, has a reading plan there?), and how it’s reaching the world. 
 
 Altar Ego: Becoming Who God Says You Are
 
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Inbox: Overcoming FOBO
 
If you have too many choices and are plagued by indecision, how do you avoid feeling like there’s always a “better” option out there? Counselor Geremy Keeton weighs in. 
 
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Family Christmas Traditions: Episode 934

Taking the gospel to work, plus Kyle Idleman on what it means to guard your mind, and should you bring your significant other home for Christmas? 
 
Featured musical artist: Hollyn
 
Roundtable: Sharing the Gospel With Coworkers
 
If you work in a secular industry or environment, is it possible to make your faith known? What are creative ways to bring the gospel into how you show up on the job? Our guests have experience living out their faith in creative ways in everything from the corporate world to customer service to a counseling practice. They’ll give you the courage and tools to speak up, love your coworkers, and be the hands and feet of Jesus in the office, classroom, factory and beyond. 
 
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Culture: Thoughts Got You Stuck?
 
How do you keep your mind settled and sorted when too many things compete for your attention? Pastor and popular author Kyle Idleman explains what it means to guard your mind, and how fighting toxic thoughts, calming the chaos and fighting for truth makes a difference when fielding offenses and Satan’s lies. 
 
 Every Thought Captive: Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back 
 
Inbox: Bringing Your Date to Christmas
 
You want to bring your boyfriend or girlfriend to meet your family at Christmas. But what are the dos and don’ts for doing so? Angel Perez weighs in. 
 
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Jesus on the Job: Episode 933

Friendships with the opposite sex, plus what we can learn from the elderly, and the difference between the Holy Spirit and your conscience. 
 
Featured musical artist: Phil Wickham
 
Roundtable: Platonic Guy-Girl Friendships
 
Is it possible for men and women to be “just friends”? There’s an ongoing debate on the topic, with some arguing it’s possible while others maintain that it inevitably leads to something awkward (or worse, inappropriate). Our guests break down the pros and cons and give tips for doing friendship with the opposite sex in a God-honoring way. 
 
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Culture: Practical Love for the Elderly
 
Whether it’s your parents, grandparents, neighbor or fellow church member, God’s call to love our elders is clear. But it isn’t always easy. Senior citizens may be slower than us, have different perspectives, and can even be critical or aloof. But if you have the patience and intention to dig deep, there’s potential for rich relationship and even the opportunity to learn. Isabel Tom lived her entire childhood and young adult years with her aging grandparents. She now works with the elderly and shares her thoughts on what you stand to gain by prioritizing time with the seniors around you. 
 
 The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life 
 
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Inbox: Conscience or the Holy Spirit?
 
Venturing into a dangerous situation. Asking someone out. Knowing God’s will on a job offer. We all look for direction in various circumstances, but how do you know whether that prompting is your conscience or the Holy Spirit? Pastor Mark Bates weighs in. 
 
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Just Friends: Episode 932

Responding to restlessness on the job, plus Dr. Henry Cloud on establishing boundaries, and wisdom with physical touch when dating. 
 
Featured musical artist: Je’kob
 
Roundtable: Why Am I So Restless at Work?
 
We all experience restlessness with our jobs or chosen career paths. But how do we discern when restlessness is discontentment or fear versus a sign that we need to move on to something new? Our guests share their own examples of feeling the “career itch” and how they’ve dealt with it effectively. 
 
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Culture: Lessons From a Boundaries Expert
 
Are you a people pleaser? Do you assume you can never say no for fear of disappointing others? Do you resent those who walk all over you, even as you let them do it? Dr. Henry Cloud wrote the defining book on boundaries and joins us with instruction for taking back our lives from our own fear, passivity and boundary busting. 
 
 Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life 
 
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Inbox: A Word About Touch
 
Physical touch may be your love language, but guardrails are still biblical and wise, especially with someone you’re dating. What should you know and do to honor God in this area? Counselor Andrea Vidano weighs in. 
 
Link to Counseling Services 
 
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Boundaries for People Pleasers: Episode 931

The rise of Friendsgiving celebrations, plus the real story behind Thanksgiving, and navigating grief during the holidays. 
 
Featured musical artist: Darlene Zschech 
 
Roundtable: Thanksgiving With Friends
 
For people who either can’t or won’t celebrate Thanksgiving with family, the trend of “Friendsgiving” is here. We interview three single young adults who’ve hosted and participated in Friendsgiving celebrations. They’ll provide tips for how to invite and include people, divvy up the food, plan activities around the meal, and keep thankfulness at the center. 
 
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Culture: What Really Happened at the First Thanksgiving?
 
Pilgrims, Squanto, turkey, corn, big hats and a New World: We think we know the details of the first Thanksgiving, but what’s fact and what’s fiction? Thankfully, Bill Petro has done all the research so we don’t have to. He’ll share what led up to the historic feast, who participated, what it meant, and why it matters in 2025. We’ll also discuss the commercialization of Thanksgiving and some of the more modern applications and traditions. 
 
 They Came for Freedom: The Forgotten, Epic Adventure of the Pilgrims 
 
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Inbox: Grief at the Holidays
 
Whether you’ve experienced a recent loss or not, the holidays are a trigger for grief and other big emotions. Using the example of his father’s recent death, counselor Geremy Keeton weighs in on how to process feelings of intense sadness. 
 
Link to Counseling Services 
 
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Happy Friendsgiving!: Episode 930

The “singles vacuum” at church, plus pastors discuss the church’s attitude toward single adults, and what to do about difficult bosses and coworkers.
 
Featured musical artist: Jeremy Rosado
 
Roundtable: The Singles Gap
 
Kids, youth, college-age, young marrieds and seniors: Most churches seem to have unique ministries for these demographics. But what about young professional single adults? Our guests discuss the seeming vacuum in churches when it comes to creating space for singles, and what we can do to foster belonging and impact among this too-often “lost” segment of the church. 
 
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Culture: Does the Church Value Marrieds More Than Singles?
 
Does your church seem to place a higher value on marriage than on singleness? Is there any truth to this claim, or is it just the skewed perspective of the unmarried and embittered? Two pastors, one married and one single, discuss both sides of the argument. They suggest how the church can better teach singleness as a unique gift while showing sensitivity and honor to the singles in their pews. 
 
 Single-Minded: Finding Purpose & Strength in Your Season of Singleness
 
Inbox: Dealing With Difficult Coworkers
 
How do you properly address problems with a boss or coworker? At what point do you confront bad behavior in the workplace? HR expert Marshonda Dixon weighs in. 
 
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Singles in the Shadows: Episode 929

Men who struggle in dating, plus determining a person’s growth potential, and how do you spot a false teacher? 
 
Featured musical artist: Daniel Bashta 
 
Roundtable: Guys’ Dating Struggles
 
We all know men who’ve tried to date well (or date at all), but with no success. If that sounds like you and you want to turn things around, take heart. Our guests were in the same boat, experiencing fear, rejection, dead-ends, and even a few broken engagements. Now married, they share advice for growth and self-awareness, plus courage to not give up hope even in the midst of disappointment. 
 
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Culture: Can This Person Change?
 
We all have room to grow, but when dating, how much can we expect a person to change? And in what ways? In light of this, how can we know when our expectations are unrealistic and it’s time to either adjust them or end the relationship? Dr. Bob Paul specializes in helping couples in crisis. He joins us to talk about relational expectations and how to discern whether two people have what it takes to go the distance. 
 
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Empowered to Love: Discovering Your God-Given Power to Create a Marriage You Both Love 
 
Inbox: Discerning False Teachers
 
It’s popular in Christian circles to label someone a false teacher. But what are credible signs that a pastor or influencer is truly anti-biblical and dangerous? Counselor Geremy Keeton weighs in. 
 
PDF: How to Discern a False Teacher
 
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Advice for Dateless Men: Episode 928

Boomers dispense advice for young adults, plus navigating sexual desire as a single in your 30s, and the hallmarks of a thriving faith. 
 
Featured musical artist: David Dunn
 
Roundtable: Life Lessons for Young Adults
 
What would Christians in their 60s and 70s tell their younger selves? We find out this week as our guests dispense some of their best life advice and perspectives. From spiritual rhythms to life hacks to navigating regrets to staying hopeful, listen in and get wisdom from those who’ve gone before you. 
 
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Culture: Sexual Integrity for the 30-Something
 
Counselor M.T. Wilson was single until age 38. He has great advice for navigating the tricky decade of your 30s as a Christian who wants to honor God with your sexuality. From stewarding sexual desire to understanding intimacy, longing for companionship, and struggling to trust God with His timing, M.T. shares lessons from his own journey as well as his expertise as a relationship and sex therapist. 
 
Link to Counseling Services 
 
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Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes … Everything
 
Inbox: Is Your Faith a Blessing or a Bore?
 
Why do some people seem to have a thriving relationship with God, while others struggle? Pastor Mark Bates weighs in. 
 
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Advice From Seasoned Saints: Episode 927

Our best wedding planning strategies, plus God and technology, and when your friend can’t seem to break up with her boyfriend. 

Featured musical artist: Liz Vice ( https://www.lizvice.com/ ) 

Roundtable: Insider Wedding Tips

Wedding season is officially in full swing, but planning the big day takes a lot of work. Between choosing the right dress, sending invitations, booking a DJ and finding a venue, the stress can be overwhelming. To help sort through the madness, we invited newlyweds to share their best tips for planning a wedding, including prioritizing their wish lists, navigating timing issues, and managing others’ expectations. They also share their “must-haves” for a meaningful wedding day. 

Culture: What’s God’s Opinion on Technology?

With technology seemingly taking over the world today, it’s fair to ask, “How does God feel about all of this?” Desiring God’s Tony Reinke co-hosts the “Ask Pastor John” podcast with John Piper, and joins us this week to share a biblically-balanced approach on everything from smartphones to cryptocurrency to space travel. He’ll answer questions including: What’s God’s relationship with technology? What are technology’s limitations? How can we use tech for God’s glory?

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Inbox: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

Her best friend is in an unhealthy dating relationship and has expressed a desire to break it off, but it seems like nothing is changing. Is it time for our listener to speak up? Counselor Jenny Coffey weighs in.

Advice for Planning a Wedding: Episode 746

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