HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

This devotional explores the theme of God's generosity and abundance, using the iconic scene from Oliver! as a metaphor for our relationship with...

As the Bible warns, Satan is a real and present force in our lives, seeking to deceive and destroy us through his schemes. By understanding the...

A marathon runner's courageous finish in the 1968 Olympics serves as a powerful metaphor for perseverance and discipline, encouraging readers to...

A father's selfless act of substitutionary love is revealed in a heartwarming story about a boy who learns the true nature of God's character....

A sudden storm in the Rocky Mountains forces a family to confront their reliance on earthly foundations, leading them to seek refuge in the Rock of...

Jeremiah's raw emotions in Lamentations 3 serve as a powerful reminder that God is not intimidated by our hurts, and that He can fearlessly handle...

The cross, a symbol often misunderstood as representing pain and death, is actually a powerful representation of God's love for humanity. By...

A young Laconian named Tommy discovers that breaking free from the constraints of his community's expectations can lead to a life of true freedom...

The Love of a Father is a heartwarming story of an unlikely father-son duo, Dick and Rick Hoyt, who defied medical odds to compete in over 900...

A Christian devotional writer shares a personal story of how he lost his temper with a cashier, illustrating the importance of self-control and...

Following Jesus is not a guarantee of an easy life, but rather a journey through the ups and downs of existence. This devotional explores the...

A computer virus can be a powerful metaphor for the destructive nature of sin, which operates in our lives like a malicious code that seeks to...

A man who settles for mediocrity in life will only experience mediocrity, but those who remain connected to Christ can bear much fruit. By...

A bizarre incident in Texas involving a cattle carrier and cows highlights the unpredictable nature of our words and actions, serving as a...

I went down to the potter's house, and there he was, making something... (Jer. 18:3). Creating a masterpiece takes time. It takes patience,...