HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

As you navigate the ups and downs of life, a profound question echoes through Scripture: who is truly in control - you or circumstances? Discover...

A ship's captain is faced with a collision course, but refuses to change direction despite repeated warnings from others, illustrating the dangers...

Jesus invites His followers to do "greater things" than He did while on earth, but what does this really mean and how can we be a part of it today....

Living to please God, not people, is the key to handling rejection with confidence and freedom. By understanding that God's love for us is...

As a young camp counselor, the author found herself lost in the darkness of uncertainty when her flashlight's batteries ran out on a night hike....

Rejoicing in the Lord is a fundamental command in the Bible, with over 500 references to rejoice found throughout Scripture. By embracing God's...

A grandfather teaches his son that the internal struggle between good and evil is a constant battle, with the outcome determined by which wolf one...

A common misconception about God is that He is a vengeful deity, but the Bible reveals a different truth - that God's essential character is love....

As a youth pastor and someone who has battled feelings of low self-worth, Doug Fields shares his personal struggles with rejection and how it...

As Christians, we are called to treat one another with love and respect through various biblical commands known as the "one anothers," which...

Jesus' promise to those who hunger and thirst for righteousness is a powerful call to action, urging believers to pursue God with reckless abandon...

As we navigate the passage of time, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters - living each day to its fullest. By prioritizing presence over...

Helen Keller's remarkable life story serves as a powerful reminder that complaining can mar our character, while thankfulness builds it. By...

This devotional explores the biblical concept of "better together," highlighting the importance of meaningful relationships in our lives. By...

This devotional explores the theme of prayer and how it differs from human communication, using the author's personal experience with phone tag as...