Repenting for real, plus hope for women struggling with sexual sin, and should you date someone with a criminal record?

Featured musical artist: Austin Stone Worship (  https://www.austinstoneworship.com/  )

Roundtable: Signs of True Repentance (Part 1)

Repentance is an important part of the Christian life, and because we’re all sinners, we should be experts at repenting, right? The truth is, living in genuine repentance is harder than you think. Pastor Mark Bates and professional counselor Tim Sanford talk about how to recognize true repentance in ourselves and others. In part one of our discussion, they define repentance, explain the difference between sinning and struggling, and offer hope to those caught in cycles of sin.

Counseling consultation and referrals: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/

Steps for Breaking Pornography Addiction article: https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/practical-steps-for-breaking-pornography-addiction/ and Putting Away Porn For Good article: https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/sexuality/putting-porn-away-for-good/

Inbox: Dating Someone With a Criminal Record 

She met a guy at church, but is concerned about his past as a convicted sex offender. It happened before he became a Christian, but should this be a disqualifier for dating him? Counselor Yale Kushner balances God’s grace with the practical implications of this man’s felony record.

Repenting for real, plus hope for women struggling with sexual sin, and should you date someone with a criminal record? Featured musical artist: Austin Stone Worship ( <a href="https://www.austinstoneworship.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.austinstoneworship.com/</a> ) Roundtable: Signs of True Repentance (Part 1) Repentance is an important part of the Christian life, and because we’re all sinners, we should be experts at repenting, right? The truth is, living in genuine repentance is harder than you think. Pastor Mark Bates and professional counselor Tim Sanford talk about how to recognize true repentance in ourselves and others. In part one of our discussion, they define repentance, explain the difference between sinning and struggling, and offer hope to those caught in cycles of sin. Counseling consultation and referrals: <a href="https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/</a> Steps for Breaking Pornography Addiction article: <a href="https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/practical-steps-for-breaking-pornography-addiction/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/practical-steps-for-breaking-pornography-addiction/</a> and Putting Away Porn For Good article: <a href="https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/sexuality/putting-porn-away-for-good/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.boundless.org/adulthood/sexuality/putting-porn-away-for-good/</a> Inbox: Dating Someone With a Criminal Record  She met a guy at church, but is concerned about his past as a convicted sex offender. It happened before he became a Christian, but should this be a disqualifier for dating him? Counselor Yale Kushner balances God’s grace with the practical implications of this man’s felony record.

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.