HomeWord, with Jim Burns Archives

A wealthy family's son is taken on a trip to experience poverty, leading him to realize that his family's possessions are not as valuable as he...

I need to make moment by moment choices to give breath, life, and water to those areas in my life which are pleasing to God and surrender those...

As a seasoned mountain biker, the author realizes that even with extensive gear and knowledge, he still needs coaching to navigate the complex...

A Christian devotional author shares a personal story of how she struggled with the concept of forgiveness and acceptance, highlighting the...

To persevere means to hang on, to stick with it, to press forward! The call of the Christian is to keep on looking to Jesus and moving in His...

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 parent, recognizing the impact of your character on those around you can be a humbling experience. By examining our own flaws and making...

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...

The Christian life should be like the sunflower. We should have our eyes focused on Jesus. It is when we aren’t dependent on our maker or when we...

Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan teaches a powerful lesson about the true meaning of neighborly love, challenging readers to reevaluate their...

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, we are called to live in peace with all men and to be holy, but the tendency towards selfishness can be overwhelming. By examining...

We all need people in our lives to see what we don’t see in ourselves. Today, breathe some life into another person’s life by recognizing their...

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...