Episode 43: Boundaries

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What are boundaries? Why do we have boundaries? How do we put them in place? These are just a few of the questions we’re diving into today. Grab your journal and a cup of coffee and join us.

EPISODE RECAP

• Start by writing down Galatians 6:2-5 (0:12)
• We’re going to talk about boundaries today and how to be careful about our boundaries to protect our heart and relationships (2:03)
• It is not our place to put a principle in this podcast that would apply to every circumstance in everyone’s life (3:59)
• A boundary does not mean we’re kicking someone out of our life. But it helps guard our heart so we can heal (5:11)
• We’re not to carry the responsibility of someone else’s actions (8:02)
• A boundary is set to restore and heal a relationship, not to destroy it (13:56)
• The best word you can say within a boundary is “no” (18:29)
• Healthy, godly boundaries are always motivated by love, kindness and a desire to restore and have a relationship (22:41)
• God has placed the principle of boundaries all through scripture. When we are in a relationship and don’t know what to do, God wants us to talk with Him about it (26:30)

Want to submit your question about boundaries? Send it to Cara by Monday, Nov. 8 to for a chance to have answered in Episode 45! Simply email your question to [email protected].

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