HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

A group of student workers at a summer camp inadvertently caused a crisis when they accidentally broke a water pipe, but in the midst of chaos,...

As a seasoned youth minister, the author recounts a grueling four-hour drive on Highway 395 to their summer youth camp, only to be rewarded with...

A father's selfless act of taking his son's punishment upon himself serves as a powerful illustration of God's love for humanity, highlighting the...

As Christians, serving others is not about seeking recognition or reward from humanity, but rather responding to God's love and doing good deeds...

This devotional explores the transformative power of affirmation through a thought-provoking story inspired by the musical "Man of La Mancha." By...

A bizarre incident in Texas where cows flew out of a trailer and caused chaos on the highway serves as a cautionary tale about the unintended...

My prayer is that the Sabbath becomes a day of refreshment for you and your family. My hope is that it becomes an anticipated highlight of your...

As Christians, we are offered an unparalleled travel assurance in the form of eternal life through Jesus Christ, a gift that has already been paid...

In the race that is the Christian life, keep your eyes on the finish line and run hard! No matter what circumstances knock you off balance, when...

As a Christian leader, author Doug Fields reveals the importance of having an "Abishai" in your life - someone who comes to your rescue and...

As the body of Christ, we are all unique parts that come together to form a cohesive whole, just like in volleyball where one player's role is...

This devotional explores the paradoxical commandments, a set of principles that challenge conventional wisdom and encourage readers to serve others...

God is always present, always at work, so there are no God-forsaken situations, only situations that have been forsaken by His followers. God is...

The insidious nature of pornography is revealed through a personal story of a small group leader who assumed his students were struggling with the...

We must never forget nor take for granted Jesus’ suffering as — “the long walk is part of the gift.” As the prophet Isaiah foretold, “By his...