HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

Jesus tells a powerful story about two people, one invited to dinner and the other uninvited, who both receive forgiveness and love from him,...

Exploring the root causes of anger can be a transformative experience, helping individuals to break free from cycles of hurt and fear that fuel...

Working as a mail carrier for the United States Pony Express in the mid-1800s was a perilous job, but one that offered a unique reward - the joy of...

Learning to wait can be a transformative experience, as illustrated by the author's journey with his friend Don Springer in Napili Bay, Maui. By...

The story of Wallace Hartley, the bandmaster who played music on the ill-fated Titanic to calm passengers as it sank, serves as a powerful reminder...

As the Titanic's ill-fated captain, Edward Smith, exemplifies, even the most promising runners can falter due to internal doubts and fears. This...

A pastor reflects on his experience of losing his mother and how it changed his approach to being a friend in times of crisis, realizing that...

A young boy named Charlie Bucket, unlike his spoiled and flawed peers in the movie "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," finds joy in life through...

Despite facing incredible obstacles, individuals like Christopher Columbus and Winston Churchill have proven that perseverance can lead to...

A half-hearted commitment to Christ can lead to disaster, causing individuals to walk away from their faith and miss out on the true freedom and...

God is calling Moses to climb the mountain not just to receive laws and commandments, but to exist fully present with Him in that moment. This...

This devotional explores the idea that it's okay to be yourself, rather than trying to conform to societal expectations of what a "good Christian"...

As athletes train for a finite prize, Christians must discipline their lives to pursue an eternal one, requiring sacrifice and strict self-control...

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of Christian faith, and its significance cannot be overstated. By examining six compelling...

A local pastor's Easter egg hunt illustration reveals the fundamental concept of God's grace, a free gift that cannot be earned or deserved. By...