Today, we explore the question of how to redeem our time in a world that constantly pulls us in different directions. What's the right balance between productivity and rest? Can we really find the right blend of work, rest, and spiritual growth? Whether it's through building skills, investing in relationships, or taking well-deserved rest, we talk about the value of asking the right questions and approaching each moment with gratitude and purpose.

01:28 The Struggle with Time Management

03:12 Cultural Norms: Hustle vs. Leisure

04:27 Three R's: Recreation, Redemption, and Rest

06:39 Defining Redemption and Holiness

13:40 Purpose and Discipline in Redeeming Time

20:28 Practical Tips for Redeeming Time

Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/

Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer

Producer: Kyle Hill

In this episode of the Be Unbound podcast, we talk with Sarah Holliday from the Family Research Council. Sarah gives us a candid look into her journey as a Christian journalist working on Capitol Hill. We discuss the challenge of fulfilling her role in reporting news from a biblical worldview, the importance of being rooted in scripture and prayer, and how to engage in politics without losing compassion for those with opposing views. Sarah's perspective has some valuable insights into maintaining faith while navigating the polarizing landscape of modern politics. You'll be encouraged by our conversation about living out your faith in challenging environments and bringing truth to a field often filled with manipulation and lies.

The Washington Stand: https://www.washingtonstand.com

Family Research Council: https://www.frc.org

03:14 Sarah's Role at the Family Research Council

06:24 Current Events and Major Headlines

11:24 Challenges and Perspectives in Christian Journalism

14:15 Sarah's Journey: From Secular University to Bible College

18:35 The 2012 FRC Incident and Its Impact

24:11 Balancing Faith and Politics

32:31 Engaging in Politics as a Christian

Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/

Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer

Producer: Kyle Hill

Welcome back for the final episode in our series about the ADULT learning framework: Act, Do, Understand, Live, and Thrive. Today, we're joined by Victoria Schurter to uncover what it means to not just survive, but create a deeply satisfying life.

In this episode, we talk about why so many of us are stuck in the cycle of chasing happiness, and why joy is a totally different (and way more satisfying) pursuit.

Jonathan opens up about the difference between dopamine-driven distraction and the kind of joy that’s rooted in something deeper. We get into how identity, faith, and even our relationships shape what we’re really chasing—and how we can stop settling for shallow happiness when we’re wired for so much more.

You’ll hear us wrestle through:

• What joy actually is (and isn’t)
• Why happiness can feel so empty
• How we can be both content and longing at the same time
• What this means for how we live day to day

This conversation felt like a reset for us, and we hope it does the same for you.

01:48 Deep Dive into the Concept of Thriving

04:08 The Challenges and Rewards of Thriving

12:46 Embracing Fear and Failure as Part of Growth

19:04 The Importance of Community and Service

22:08 Reflecting on When We Fail to Thrive

Learn more about Unbound: https://beunbound.us/

Hosts: Jonathan Brush, David Rethemeyer

Producer: Kyle Hill