EPISODE · Nov 3, 2021 · 29 MIN

Episode 43: Boundaries

from Write this Down! with Dot Bowen · host Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

Got a question about today’s episode or something else you’d like to hear us talk about on the show? Let us know! What are boundaries? Why do we have boundaries? How do we put them in place? These are just a few of the questions we’re diving into today. Grab your journal and a cup of coffee and join us. EPISODE RECAP Start by writing down Galatians 6:2-5 (0:12)We’re going to talk about boundaries today and how to be careful about our boundaries to protect our heart and relationships (2:03)It is not our place to put a principle in this podcast that would apply to every circumstance in everyone’s life (3:59)A boundary does not mean we’re kicking someone out of our life. But it helps guard our heart so we can heal (5:11)We’re not to carry the responsibility of someone else’s actions (8:02)A boundary is set to restore and heal a relationship, not to destroy it (13:56)The best word you can say within a boundary is “no” (18:29)Healthy, godly boundaries are always motivated by love, kindness and a desire to restore and have a relationship (22:41)God has placed the principle of boundaries all through scripture. When we are in a relationship and don’t know what to do, God wants us to talk with Him about it (26:30) Want to submit your question about boundaries? Send it to Cara by Monday, Nov. 8 to for a chance to have answered in Episode 45! Simply email your question to [email protected]. Dot will be speaking at Cup of Joy Ministries annual Breathe Retreat January 21-23, 2022 at The Cove in Asheville, NC. The Breathe Retreat is a retreat in every sense of the word, intentionally designed to allow you space to breathe in your Heavenly Father's love! Registration is open now! Send us an email with what you’re learning - [email protected] or [email protected] Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at [email protected] Write this Down! on YouTubeFind Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook

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What are boundaries? Why do we have boundaries? How do we put them in place? These are just a few of the questions we’re diving into today. Grab your journal and a cup of coffee and join us. EPISODE RECAP Start by writing down Galatians 6:2-5 (0:12)We’re going to talk about boundaries today and how to be careful about our boundaries to protect our heart and relationships (2:03)It is not our place to put a principle in this podcast that would apply to every circumstance in everyone’s life (3:59)A boundary does not mean we’re kicking someone out of our life. But it helps guard our heart so we can heal (5:11)We’re not to carry the responsibility of someone else’s actions (8:02)A boundary is set to restore and heal a relationship, not to destroy it (13:56)The best word you can say within a boundary is “no” (18:29)Healthy, godly boundaries are always motivated by love, kindness and a desire to restore and have a relationship (22:41)God has placed the principle of boundaries all through scripture. When we are in a relationship and don’t know what to do, God wants us to talk with Him about it (26:30) Want to submit your question about boundaries? Send it to Cara by Monday, Nov. 8 to for a chance to have answered in Episode 45! Simply email your question to [email protected]. Dot will be speaking at Cup of Joy Ministries annual Breathe Retreat January 21-23, 2022 at The Cove in Asheville, NC. The Breathe Retreat is a retreat in every sense of the word, intentionally designed to allow you space to breathe in your Heavenly Father's love! Registration is open now! Send us an email with what you’re learning - [email protected] or [email protected] Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook

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