Fun With Annie F. Downs: Episode 899

Fun With Annie F. Downs: Episode 899

Author: Focus on the Family April 24, 2025 Duration: 1:05:24

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.   

Featured musical artist: About a Mile 

Roundtable: When People Leave

Your best friend moves to a new city. Or a sibling leaves home. Or you change churches. All of these have one thing in common: They reset your social circle, plus they bring a sense of grief and loss. When people exit your life, how do you learn to adjust? Our guests talk about departures that have forced them to move on and make new friends, plus how they persevered and saw God’s hand in the transitions despite the struggle to say goodbye.     

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Culture: Annie F. Downs From the Inside Out

If you’ve ever listened to the podcast “That Sounds Fun” with host Annie F. Downs, you’re certainly familiar with her spunk, energy, and wide array of guests and topics. This week she’s on “The Boundless Show” chatting with Lisa about singleness, accountability in everything, how to navigate a career change, how she plans her show, and where she’s trusting God right now.  

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Inbox: Boundaries With My Parents

Are you an adult whose parents still want to know every bit of your business? You’re not alone. How can you maintain a good relationship with your mom and dad while still setting appropriate boundaries and building independence? Counselor Kari A weighs in. 

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Navigating your twenties and thirties as a person of faith brings a unique set of questions and crossroads. The Boundless Show, from Focus on the Family, steps into that space with genuine dialogue. Host Lisa Anderson guides conversations that feel like a thoughtful chat with friends who get it-tackling the real tensions between career and calling, the desire for meaningful relationships, and the journey of cultivating a personal faith that stands firm in modern culture. This isn't about easy answers, but about exploring how to live with purpose and integrity when society offers countless other paths. Each episode delves into the practical and spiritual aspects of life, from dating intentionally and preparing for marriage to building community and finding your place in the world. The young adult years are formative, and this podcast provides a grounded, Christian perspective on the choices that define them. Tune in for honest stories, relatable struggles, and encouragement that honors the complexities of building a life rooted in something lasting. It's a resource for anyone seeking a thoughtful, faith-based companion through the boundless possibilities of adulthood.
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