Episode 45: Avoiding Bitterness with Healthy Boundaries

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Boundaries can help us protect our hearts and our relationships, but what’s the difference between setting a healthy boundary and building a wall? In today’s episode, we answer some of your questions about boundaries and discuss the importance of asking God to change people’s hearts and help us avoid bitterness. Grab a pen and journal and listen along!

Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Proverbs 25:16-17 (0:15)
• We’ll continue our conversation about boundaries and answer your questions (0:41)
• Boundaries are biblical, but for many people they don’t come easily (2:03)
• Anything in excess is unhealthy (4:28)
• Keep in mind that advice is only based on one side of the story, but biblical principles can guide you as you ask God for wisdom (6:36)
• How do I ask my husband to listen to me instead of dominating the conversation? (9:32)
• You can’t change or convict people, but you can look to God and ask Him to change their hearts (19:32)
• Sometimes, we need boundaries to let people reap what they sow rather than protecting them from consequences of their actions (21:05)
• When you’ve been deeply hurt in a relationship, setting a boundary can give you space to heal and forgive (23:46)
• Check the motivation behind your boundaries; it shouldn’t be about hurting someone or proving a point (28:48)
• There’s a difference between setting a boundary and building a wall (30:38)
• Setting emotional boundaries can protect your heart from bitterness (32:40)

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