HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

Recent studies have revealed that the human mind generates up to 60,000 thoughts daily, with most thinking done on autopilot, perpetuating habitual...

As a Christian, you have access to the ultimate 411 reference book - the Bible. By embracing its living and active power, you can break free from...

Overcommitment and fatigue are crippling many people, leading to spiritual, emotional, and physical bankruptcy. By learning to cut back and...

The desire to be accepted by others is a universal human need, often tied to performance and obedience. A personal devotional shares the author's...

The Magic 8-Ball, a childhood toy that provides cryptic answers to questions, is often mistakenly used as a metaphor for approaching the Bible....

A young boy's unassuming act of kindness and love to a classmate who was often teased and marginalized by others serves as a powerful reminder that...

A young girl's simple prayer to God for herself and her health has a profound impact on the author, highlighting the importance of gratitude and...

A young boy's mistake leads to a powerful lesson about forgiveness and the freedom found in Christ, as his grandmother shows him that God's love...

Jesus' physical appearance is a mystery, with no definitive description in the Bible. Instead, His followers are called to embody Jesus' character...

The Biggest Loser devotional explores the idea that to become a true follower of Jesus, one must shed their own pride and selfishness, allowing...

A young woman's vivid dream prompted her to pray for a friend who had recently experienced a personal loss, leading to a remarkable encounter that...

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him (1 Cor. 2:9). Do we dwell on struggling to...

A weary traveler's life-changing encounter with his young daughter, and a profound reflection on the fleeting nature of earthly troubles in light...

Jesus taught that true leadership is achieved through serving others, not by seeking power and authority. A remarkable story of a young football...

A woman's hair loss serves as a powerful metaphor for the challenges we face in life, and her responses to each situation reveal the transformative...