Joy and purpose in singleness, plus a single guy’s take on being unmarried, and is it ever time to give up on marriage completely?

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Roundtable: What to Love About Being Single

Singleness isn’t a death sentence. The Bible considers singleness a noble calling, so whether you’re content as a single or you’re praying for a mate, use your single season to grow, serve, build relationships, learn and embrace adventure. In honor of National Singles Week, our guests, all single, share their best stories and advice for embracing singleness with confidence and joy — and taking time to enjoy the ride.

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Culture: Making the Most of Singleness

Bob Wheatley was a pro baseball player. He’s now a brand strategist, author, speaker — and single guy. He recently wrote a book about navigating life as an unmarried man in his early 30s, and what it looks like to walk in faithfulness today while hoping for marriage in the future. Bob uses everything from the words of Paul to lessons from his own life to outline the advantages of singleness, the need for accountability and friendship, and the blessings of trusting God with your single season.

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Inbox: Is It Time to Become a Nun?

Our listener is discouraged and wants to know if she should give up on marriage and consign herself to a nunnery. Lisa Anderson weighs in.

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Connecting with old friends, plus “Duck Dynasty’s” Mia Robertson, and wanting invites from families at church without being awkward.

Featured musical artist: Ellie Holcomb

Roundtable: Friends From the Past

Childhood friends, high school friends, college friends — even friends from places you’ve lived in other parts of the country or world. You have shared memories, but is there value in actually reconnecting with pals from the past? Our guests talk about their successful and unsuccessful attempts to reach out to old friends, plus what they gained from doing so, and what they learned.

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Culture: Mia Robertson From “Duck Dynasty”

Daughter of “Duck Dynasty” stars Jase and Missy, Mia Robertson grew up in the Hollywood spotlight. Born with a cleft palate and the subject of public scrutiny, her personal journey hasn’t been easy. Now in her 20s and with multiple surgeries behind her, Mia is focusing on her college studies, fronting a busy charity, and living out her faith in the ups and downs. You’ll make a new friend in Mia as you hear her inspiring story.

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Inbox: Can I Hang With Your Family?

You want to be invited into the lives of families at your church, but is there a way to indicate interest without being awkward or invasive? Counselor Kari A weighs in.

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Standing for your convictions without losing a relationship, plus hope for alcohol addiction, and should non-drinkers only date other non-drinkers?

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Roundtable: When Friendship Tests Your Faith

As Christians, we’re called to be lights in a dark world. But when you have to stand up for truth among friends and colleagues who challenge your beliefs, how do you stay strong? What’s the motivation and means of making and growing friendships with those who are apathetic or hostile to biblical truth about life, sexuality — even the gospel itself? Guests Glenn and Kat have found a way to keep their faith front and center in friendships with non-Christians. You’re guaranteed to find their stories inspiring and challenging as you ponder how to love God and love others without selling out.

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Culture: Straight Talk About Booze

Dr. Trent Langhofer has long been a licensed therapist and addiction recovery counselor — after years of being an addict himself. He knows the temptation that drugs and alcohol present in a culture where isolation, busyness, comparison and anxiety have a hold. So what’s the straight story on booze? What’s OK and what’s too much? Do your reasons for drinking matter? What about social drinking? How do you know you have a problem, and what’s the first step to doing something about it? Trent joins us to dole out facts, and more importantly, offer hope and healing steps for those ready to take a new look at their relationship with alcohol.

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Inbox: Can You Ask Your Date Not to Drink?

As a teetotaler, she’s wondering if she should only date guys who don’t drink. Or if they do, can she ask them to stop? Pastor Mark Bates weighs in.

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