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 joyful lives; after all, joy is one of the fruits of the Spirit. But how do you find joy when your entire world feels dark and hopeless? Our guests know the deep valleys of depression and anxiety; they have fought for joy in the trenches and have seen God show up. They’ll share their personal journeys as well as insight and encouragement for those struggling to trust God’s goodness from under the heaviness of life’s burdens.

Paul’s Book: Beauty in the Browns: Walking With Christ in the Darkness of Depression

Link to Counseling Services

Culture: What Does the Bible Say About Booze?

For Christians, consuming alcohol is a divisive subject. Wherever you are on the “is it OK?” spectrum, there is biblical wisdom around the issue that everyone should consider. Pastor Jonathan Pokluda shares his own relationship, past and present, with drinking, and he and Lisa discuss current cultural cues around alcohol that could benefit from a healthier, God-honoring perspective.

Link to Article: The Latest Buzz Around Christians and Alcohol

Inbox: Dating in High School

Are high-schoolers too young to date? Why or why not? Counselor Geremy Keeton weighs in.

Finding joy amid depression, plus Jonathan Pokluda on Christians and alcohol, and should high-schoolers date?
Featured musical artist:  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamhollyn/?hl=en">Hollyn </a>
Roundtable: Finding Joy When It Feels Impossible
Christians are called to live joyful lives; after all, joy is one of the fruits of the Spirit. But how do you find joy when your entire world feels dark and hopeless? Our guests know the deep valleys of depression and anxiety; they have fought for joy in the trenches and have seen God show up. They’ll share their personal journeys as well as insight and encouragement for those struggling to trust God’s goodness from under the heaviness of life’s burdens.
Paul’s Book: <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/beauty-in-the-browns/?refcd=1668705">Beauty in the Browns: Walking With Christ in the Darkness of Depression</a>
<a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/?refcd=1668705">Link to Counseling Services</a><a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/beauty-in-the-browns/?refcd=1668705"> </a>
Culture: What Does the Bible Say About Booze?
For Christians, consuming alcohol is a divisive subject. Wherever you are on the “is it OK?” spectrum, there is biblical wisdom around the issue that everyone should consider. Pastor Jonathan Pokluda shares his own relationship, past and present, with drinking, and he and Lisa discuss current cultural cues around alcohol that could benefit from a healthier, God-honoring perspective.
Link to Article: <a href="https://www.boundless.org/blog/the-latest-buzz-around-christians-and-alcohol/?refcd=1668705">The Latest Buzz Around Christians and Alcohol</a>
Inbox: Dating in High School
Are high-schoolers too young to date? Why or why not? Counselor Geremy Keeton weighs in.

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.