The Boundless Show
Episodes
Boundless Says Goodbye: Episode 940
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The final episode of “The Boundless Show” featuring our current Boundless team, plus founders Steve and Candice Watters offer parting thou...
Conviction and Confrontation: Episode 939
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Things singles need from marrieds, plus helping a friend stuck in sin, and relationship dynamics for those in white-collar and blue-collar jobs. ...
What’s a Best Friend For?: Episode 938
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What works in online dating, plus keeping yourself safe from AI scams, and how close should best friends be? Featured musical artist: Abou...
Breaking Generational Cycles: Episode 937
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Saying no to divorce, plus why Christian movies feel so cringe, and dating someone with a narcissistic family member. Featured musical art...
Nerd Culture and Christ: Episode 936
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Using nerd culture to share Christ, plus Scripture’s solution to addiction and strongholds, and what to do about Bible study cliques.  ...
Sermon Suggestions: Episode 935
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Teaching we want to hear in 2026, plus God’s plan for your career, and an executive’s career resource recommendations. F...
Family Christmas Traditions: Episode 934
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas activities across generations, plus the story behind the YouVersion Bible app, and overcoming the fear of a better option. ...
Jesus on the Job: Episode 933
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
Just Friends: Episode 932
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friendships with the opposite sex, plus what we can learn from the elderly, and the difference between the Holy Spirit and your conscience.  ...
Boundaries for People Pleasers: Episode 931
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Responding to restlessness on the job, plus Dr. Henry Cloud on establishing boundaries, and wisdom with physical touch when dating. ...
Happy Friendsgiving!: Episode 930
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The rise of Friendsgiving celebrations, plus the real story behind Thanksgiving, and navigating grief during the holidays. &nbs...
Singles in the Shadows: Episode 929
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The “singles vacuum” at church, plus pastors discuss the church’s attitude toward single adults, and what to do about difficult boss...
Advice for Dateless Men: Episode 928
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Men who struggle in dating, plus determining a person’s growth potential, and how do you spot a false teacher? &nbs...
Advice From Seasoned Saints: Episode 927
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boomers dispense advice for young adults, plus navigating sexual desire as a single in your 30s, and the hallmarks of a thriving faith. &nb...
When Friends Leave the Faith: Episode 926
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to respond when your friends deconstruct, plus creative ways for men to build friendships, and keeping healthy boundaries with coworkers. &nb...
Missionary Mode: Episode 925
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What it takes to be a full-time missionary, plus creative ways for women to find friendship, and should you be involved in a church plant? ...
Young Adults at Church: Episode 924
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How churches are reaching 20- and 30-somethings, plus a woman’s quest to love her sisters in Christ, and tips for paying off student loans. Feat...
Ambition Ambivalence: Episode 923
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being salt and light when you’re mostly around Christians, plus hope for those who lack career ambition, and making career and family work. Feat...
Lacking Life Skills?: Episode 922
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Things your grandma and grandpa should have taught you, plus having patience for God’s plan, and what “soft” skills do you need to s...
Celebrating Singleness: Episode 921
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joy and purpose in singleness, plus a single guy’s take on being unmarried, and is it ever time to give up on marriage completely? Feature...
A “Duck Dynasty” Daughter: Episode 920
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Connecting with old friends, plus “Duck Dynasty’s” Mia Robertson, and wanting invites from families at church without being awkward....
Friendship Under Fire: Episode 919
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Standing for your convictions without losing a relationship, plus hope for alcohol addiction, and should non-drinkers only date other non-drinkers?&nb...
Sports Idolatry: Episode 918
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoying sports without letting them own you, plus career experts on common problems at work, and developing a Scripture-reading habit. &nb...
Date Yourself: Episode 917
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The value of thoughtfulness, plus Dr. Gary Chapman on boundaries between young adults and their parents, and Lisa shares tips for going out alone.&nbs...
Doubting God’s Love: Episode 916
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trusting God’s love when you don’t feel it, plus how skeptics strengthened Justin Brierley’s faith, and balancing reverence and hone...
Dating and Friendship: Episode 915
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How dating impacts other relationships, plus navigating changes in your doctrinal beliefs, and a commitment-phobe’s guide to serving at church.&...
God and Exercise: Episode 914
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A beginner’s guide to camping, plus David Mathis on honoring God with our fitness, and should you date coworkers? ...
How to Ask a Girl Out: Episode 913
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tips for getting a first date, plus lessons from a man’s spiritual deconstruction, and when your girlfriend hangs out a lot with her gay friends...
Aunt and Uncle Awesomeness: Episode 912
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your role as an aunt or uncle, plus lessons learned in climbing mountains, and house rules for when a roommate starts dating. &...
You Don’t Own a Thing: Episode 911
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Making mentorship matter, plus a practical look at financial stewardship, and growing spiritually as an individual and as a couple while dating. ...
Is Forgiveness Optional?: Episode 910
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forgiveness according to Jesus, plus more tips on how to read a room, and if your boyfriend doesn’t budget, is that a red flag?  ...
God Bless the USA: Episode 909
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Things we love about America, plus how to read a room, and what if you catch feelings for someone who isn’t a Christian? Featured mu...
Compatibility in Marriage: Episode 908
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Successful small groups, plus what compatibility in marriage looks like, and what if your date was previously married? Feature...
Hope for Home Ownership: Episode 907
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ordering your life, plus how to build a relationship with your future in-laws, and should you wait until you’re married to buy a house? &nb...
Why Men Love Sooner: Episode 906
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes someone a best friend, plus research on why men fall in love more quickly, and is our listener trying hard enough to find someone? &nb...
When to Get Engaged: Episode 905
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation for starting over, plus a marriage expert says when to tie the knot, and balancing Christian community with non-Christian friends. &nb...
Gym Intimidation: Episode 904
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vacation Bible School memories and ministry, plus overcoming your fear of gyms, and when your family has strong opinions about your date. &...
Doing Wedding Season Solo: Episode 903
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to love weddings as a single guest, plus ordinary workers who did great things, and separating your work life from your personal life. ...
Ready for Your Job Interview?: Episode 902
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Answering recruiter questions, plus how to craft a personal spiritual retreat, and should you only use Christian dating apps? ...
The Perils of “Living in Sin”: Episode 901
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to navigate Mother’s Day, plus Dr. Greg Smalley continues the cohabitation conversation, and when your date has concerns about your family.&...
900 Episodes In!: Episode 900
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reviewing the last two years of “The Boundless Show,” plus Dr. Greg Smalley with new concerns about cohabitation, and when a family member...
Fun With Annie F. Downs: Episode 899
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When people transition out of your life, plus Annie F. Downs on being single and not-so-serious, and how to set boundaries with your parents. &nb...
Your Life Tells a Story: Episode 898
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our favorite Easter takeaways and traditions, plus crafting your testimony to share, and keeping up with a Gen Zer who wants to do it all. ...
Gender Roles in Dating: Episode 897
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Roles and rhythms while dating, plus strategies to combat loneliness, and when he feels attraction in a relationship but she doesn’t.  ...
Relationship Seasons: Episode 896
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Obeying God’s commands about sex (part two), plus Ben Stuart on breakups, engagement and marriage, and how do you prepare to be a stay-at-home m...
Is Every Christian Single Having Sex?: Episode 895
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Obeying God’s commands about sex, plus Ben Stuart on battling adversity and temptation, and how to maximize your final year of college. &nb...
Strategies for Saving: Episode 894
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How we budget and save for stuff, plus what to do when you feel behind in life, and conversations with someone who has doubts about God. &n...
Overcoming Trauma: Episode 893
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Make your Bible reading more meaningful, plus identifying and addressing trauma in your life, and what did Paul mean by his “thorn in the flesh&...
Give This Up for Lent: Episode 892
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A challenge to ditch your screens, plus a conversation on sexuality and the church, and when your friend says she’s bisexual and a Christian.&nb...
Wedding Planning Hacks: Episode 891
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Plan your wedding like a boss, plus Ellen Dykas on navigating lifelong singleness, and how to see God at work in a culture of negativity. &...
Gen Z and Dating Apps: Episode 890
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Overcommitment on church activities, plus Suzanne Gosselin on Gen Z’s apathy toward dating apps, and what if your date has mental health issues?...
Best Rom-Coms and Romantic Movies: Episode 889
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our favorite romantic films, plus the history of St. Valentine and Valentine’s Day, and attending the wedding of someone you used to date. ...
Is Purity Dead?: Episode 888
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Encouragement when your home life isn’t ideal, plus hope for single parents, and are Christians still committed to God’s standard for sex?...
Clear Communication: Episode 887
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to communicate to others with honesty and clarity, plus tips for adulting well, and addressing a struggle with OCD. Featured mus...
Beware of Ghosts: Episode 886
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The perils of ghosting, plus a fitness coach’s God-centered approach to health, and should you get married if you’re poor? Featured musica...
Build Your Confidence: Episode 885
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What confidence looks like, plus a young adult’s journey with chronic pain, and how to honor God in everyday life. Featured m...
Rethinking Alcohol: Episode 884
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The difference between rest and procrastination, plus a challenge to go 40 days alcohol-free, and do girlfriends need to submit to their boyfriends?&n...
New Year Transitions: Episode 883
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Embracing changes in a new year, plus what grief looks like, and do you hate responsibility? Featured musical artist: Ginny Owens Roundtab...
The Nightmare After Christmas: Episode 882
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Intentional relationships with non-Christians, plus what happened after Jesus’ birth, and when friends deconstruct their faith. &nbs...
Keep Dating Fun: Episode 881
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to be a fun date, plus sharing Jesus with the cynical and deconstructed, and how do you accept your current situation in life? Feature...
‘Tis the Season…for Siblings: Episode 880
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sibling time over the holidays, plus trading anxiety for peace, and should you change jobs to advance your career? Featured musical artist...
Cancelled By Their Kids: Episode 879
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Serious strain between parents and adult children, plus why church history matters, and should you do a missions trip when your parents disapprove? ...
Hospitality for All: Episode 878
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your home is a great place to gather, plus living each day with heaven in mind, and how to make your faith your own. Featured musical artist: Lov...
Practical Compassion for the Poor: Episode 877
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Living on purpose while you’re single, plus ways to help the homeless and poor around you, and what’s a Christian’s obligation to evangelize? ...
Your Legal Rights at Work: Episode 876
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Overcoming faith doubts and trials, plus Joshua Rogers on a Christian’s rights at work, and seeking healing from sexual trauma before marriage. ...
Women Dating in Their 30s: Episode 875
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating dating as a woman in your 30s, plus a psychiatrist’s tips for getting mental health care, and giving church community a second chance. ...
Men Dating in Their 30s: Episode 874
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating dating as a man in your 30s, plus sexuality and the single man, and how do you adjust to drastic life changes? Featured musical artist: K...
Roommate Resolutions: Episode 873
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Make your roommate situation exceptional, plus a former abortion doctor’s testimony, and how to have deep relationships in a disconnected culture. ...
Election Angst: Episode 872
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trusting God with your election anxiety, plus Gary Thomas helps you find your worship “personality,” and how to ask for a raise at work. Featu...
Rhythms for Newlyweds: Episode 871
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Good habits as a newlywed, plus a former White House staffer explains the 1960s’ influence on America, and navigating singleness beyond your 20s. ...
Leave and Cleave: Episode 870
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Changing family dynamics during engagement and beyond, plus a continued conversation on stress, and focusing on your own faith walk before dating. ...
Love Is a Verb: Episode 869
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Separating feelings from fact when it comes to love, plus what to do about stress, and coming to terms when something good didn’t happen. ...
Single and Ready to Mingle: Episode 868
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ideas for getting out and making friends, plus author Jerry Jenkins on boundaries with the opposite sex, and signs you’re in an abusive relationship...
The Curse of Christianese: Episode 867
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Weird things Christians should stop saying, plus trusting God in a waiting season, and how to own your behavior in a world that shrugs responsibility....
Let’s Review Our 20s: Episode 865
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Honestly assessing your life as a 20-something, plus more with Debra Fileta on soul care, and how do you address personal shame after you’ve sinned?...
The Habits of Jesus: Episode 864
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Living out your faith in a dark world, plus Debra Fileta on Jesus’ example of soul care, and dating someone in a different life stage. ...
Shouldering Sorrow: Episode 863
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Processing sadness, plus how our bodies glorify our Creator, and should you barter with God? Featured musical artist: Covenant Worship ...
Feeling Misunderstood: Episode 862
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When others don’t seem to understand you, plus the pros and cons of artificial intelligence, and God-honoring ways to spend your free time. ...
Why Date?: Episode 861
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The goal in dating, plus how to process the 2024 U.S. election, and is there too much intimacy in studying the Bible with your date? Featured musical ...
True Confessions: Episode 860
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being content in every circumstance, plus tips for connecting with your neighbors, and responding when someone confesses a sin struggle. Fea...
Getting to Know You: Episode 859
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
Be Yourself on Dates: Episode 858
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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?...
Test Your Knowledge of the United States: Episode 857
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
Women on Modesty: Episode 856
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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?...
Men on Modesty: Episode 855
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Men discuss the implications of modesty, plus Dr. Jake Porter on singles and sexuality, and what about dating couples who act married? Featur...
Summer Plans: Episode 854
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What will make this a great summer? Plus, a biblical approach to grief and trauma, and does sporadic Bible reading make you a bad Christian? ...
Boundless Answers: Episode 853
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Questions for the Boundless team, plus part two of Joshua Broome’s journey out of the porn industry, and interacting with LGBT coworkers. Featu...
From Porn Star to Evangelist: Episode 852
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being fun vs. serious in dating, plus part one of Joshua Broome’s journey out of the porn industry, and when a woman wants marriage but not kids. ...
Protect Your Mental Health: Episode 851
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health strategies for everyday life, plus more on how singles can make the most of today, and handling awkward same-gender friend dynamics. ...
You Need to Calm Down: Episode 850
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing peace when you are angry, plus Ryan Wekenman challenges singles to make the most of today, and how should we respond when God seems silent? ...
Breaking Up and Moving On: Episode 849
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learning from a breakup, plus part two on finding joy in difficulty, and a correct interpretation of Jesus’ command to “turn the other cheek.” ...
Maximizing Alone Time: Episode 848
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to use alone time productively, plus Brant Hansen on seeking joy in discouraging circumstances, and what to do when you feel devalued as a single....
Fun Books and Serious Books: Episode 847
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fun Books and Serious Books: Episode 847 Reading both fun and thought-provoking books, plus Jordan Raynor answers career questions, and should you fal...
Every Job Matters: Episode 846
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your willingness to change, plus Jordan Raynor on why your job’s important, and when a ministry leader is dating a non-Christian. Featured m...
The Music We Hear: Episode 845
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The influence of music, plus more from Jeanine Amapola on healthy perspectives, and Lisa Anderson shares life-altering moments in her walk with God. ...
Jeanine Amapola on Confidence: Episode 844
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How long should my quiet time be? Plus Jeanine Amapola on healthy perspectives, and when someone ill withholds the news from family and friends. ...
The Beauty Of Spring: Episode 843
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unique ways to enjoy spring, plus trusting God with your vocational dreams, and why should we pray if God’s plan will happen anyway? Feature...
Toxic Masculinity: Episode 842
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to maximize your weekends, plus Nancy Pearcey talks toxic masculinity, and should you tell a guy at church you want him to ask you out? Feature...
Dating Trajectory: Episode 841
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Know if the person you’re dating is maturing or not, plus overcoming body image issues, and favorite foods of the Boundless team. Featured mus...
Trendy or Traditional?: Episode 840
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What your style aesthetic says about you, plus finding value in entertainment, and how to be a better listener. Featured musical artist: Natha...