How do you set healthy boundaries as a Christian woman—and why does the Bible say they matter?In Episode 4 of Supporting Sisters, host Kim Chalmers explores the biblical foundation of boundaries and why they are vital for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Drawing on Scripture and insights from the book Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend, Kim shares practical examples from the life of Jesus, the Apostle Paul, and faithful women in the Bible like Deborah, Ruth, Abigail, Mary, and Hannah.You’ll learn:What boundaries are and why “No” is a powerful biblical wordHow God established boundaries from creation onwardReal-life ways to protect your heart, your relationships, and your walk with ChristWhy boundaries strengthen friendships, marriages, families, and church lifeHow healthy limits prevent burnout and build trustPart 2 (next episode) will tackle common myths about boundaries and give step-by-step strategies to set and maintain them—even with your brothers and sisters in Christ.📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 5:37, James 5:12, Genesis 2:24, Galatians 5:22-23, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 5:15-16, John 6:15Chapters & Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Supporting Sisters Welcome00:37 – Why Boundaries Matter for Christian Women02:15 – What Are Boundaries?05:13 – “No” as a Biblical Boundary (Matt. 5:37, James 5:12)07:30 – Are Boundaries Biblical? God’s Design from Creation09:49 – Jesus’ Example: Healthy Limits in Ministry11:13 – Paul’s Mission Focus & Ministry Boundaries12:33 – Women of the Bible Who Set Godly Boundaries15:21 – Boundaries Create Healthy Relationships16:13 – Boundaries in Friendships17:03 – Boundaries in Marriage17:33 – Professional Boundaries18:24 – Family Boundaries18:55 – Everyday Boundaries in Daily Life19:50 – Why Boundaries Are Essential: Emotional Safety, Trust & Respect21:36 – Closing & Preview of Part 2KeywordsBiblical boundaries, Christian women mental health, emotional health boundaries, how to set boundaries, boundaries in the Bible, Christian relationships, healthy relationships God’s way, supporting sisters podcast, Kim Chalmers, boundaries in friendships, boundaries in marriage, boundaries in ministry, Henry Cloud boundaries, John Townsend boundaries, setting limits as a Christian, Galatians 5:22-23 boundaries, Proverbs 4:23 guard your heartHashtags#BiblicalBoundaries #ChristianWomen #MentalHealth #EmotionalHealth #SupportingSistersPodcast #Boundaries #HealthyRelationships #BoundariesInTheBible #FaithAndMentalHealth #ChristianLiving

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