The BOUNDLESS Blog

It is good to know what is going on in the world. But the news can leave us worried and heavy. Here is how to stay informed and still keep your peace. You turn on the news to find out what is happening. A few minutes later, your stomach is in knots. One hard story leads to another. Many of us know that feeling. We want to stay informed. We care about our neighbors, our country, and our world. But too much bad news can fill our hearts with worry. Jesus gave us a gift that the

Many people wonder if watching church on a screen really counts. Let us look at what makes a church a church, and how you can truly belong from home. Maybe you have asked this question quietly. You watch the service from your living room. You sing along. You pray. But a small voice asks, "Does this really count?" It is a fair question, and it is a good one. Let us look at what the Bible says. A church is not a building. In the Bible, the church is people. It is the family of

The Psalms were written by people who knew what it was like to feel alone. Here is a gentle way to read them, a few at a time, and hear God's comfort. Loneliness can sneak up on us. It can come after a loss, a move, an illness, or a long season at home. Even in a full room, a heart can feel alone. If you feel that way today, the book of Psalms is a good place to turn. The Psalms are songs and prayers. They were written by people who knew sorrow, fear, and loneliness. They did

Faithful parenting is a lot like gardening Parenting is one of the greatest gifts God has given me, and also one of the most humbling. There are days I feel like I am getting it right, and there are days I go to bed asking God for more wisdom and more patience. If you are a parent, I imagine you know exactly what I mean. One verse that has encouraged me over and over is this: "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." (Proverbs

Finding purpose and worth in your career When you are starting your career, work can take over everything. You are trying to prove yourself, learn the ropes, pay the bills, and figure out where you are headed. It is easy to start believing that your value comes from your job title, your paycheck, or how busy you look. But God has a different way of looking at your work. Scripture says: "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men." (Colossians 3:23,

God's comfort for the grieving heart Grief is one of the hardest roads any of us will ever walk. When we lose someone we love, the world can feel quieter, heavier, and lonelier. Some days the pain comes in waves. Other days it feels like it never leaves. If that is where you are today, I want you to know something. You are not alone, and God has not forgotten you. The Bible speaks gently to hurting hearts: "The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth suc

Why God Belongs at the Start of Your Day Jesus said it plainly: "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." (Matthew 6:33, KJV) Notice what that verse does not say. It does not say seek God only when life falls apart. It does not say seek Him after the work is done. It says first. Before the emails. Before the schedule. Before the stress. Putting God first does not mean my day will be easy. It means my day will

The clock says it is late, but your mind will not rest. Those quiet hours can become a time to meet with God. Here is how to begin. The house is quiet. Everyone else is asleep. But you are awake, staring at the ceiling, with thoughts that will not slow down. If this is you, you are not alone, and you are not forgotten. The long hours of the night can feel lonely. But they can also become a quiet place to meet with God. Here is something to hold on to. God does not get tired.

Sadly, some people use faith to trick others online. Here are plain signs of a church scam and simple steps to stay safe. Online church is a gift. It lets us worship, pray, and learn together from anywhere. But sadly, some people use the internet to trick others. Some even pretend to be pastors or churches. This is not a reason to be afraid. It is a reason to be wise. Jesus told His followers, "Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as