HomeWord with Jim Burns

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  Episode 113-Randy Phillips: Helping Your Kids Make Good Choices 29.07.2026 35min

  How do you raise a child who knows how to say no when the whole world is saying yes? Jim Burns sits down with Randy Phillips, pastor, author, and founding member of the Dove Award-winning group Phillips, Craig, and Dean, to talk about his children's book Guppy and the Silvery Hook and the heart behind it. From the power of storytelling to practical strategies for setting boundaries and choosing the right friends, this conversation gives parents and grandparents the tools to raise kids who are...
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  Episode 112-Doug Fields: A Good Marriage is a C.A.K.E. Walk? 22.07.2026 30min

  Great marriages don't happen by accident; they're built through intentional habits practiced daily. Jim Burns and Doug Fields return to share the C.A.K.E. framework: Curiosity, Ask Questions, Keep Digging, and Express Empathy, a practical roadmap for couples who want to move beyond assumptions and surface-level communication to genuine connection. If you want a marriage that keeps growing instead of drifting, this conversation gives you the tools to make that happen. Resources: ● ...
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  Episode 111-Getting Ready for Marriage with Doug Fields 15.07.2026 41min

  Most couples spend months planning the perfect wedding, but how much time are they actually spending preparing for the marriage itself? In this episode, Jim Burns and Doug Fields, co-authors of Getting Ready for Marriage, discuss what truly builds a lasting relationship; from creating a shared vision for your future, to navigating finances, technology, and the busyness that quietly crowds out connection. If you're engaged, newly married, or simply want to build a stronger foundation with your...
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  Episode 110-Kristen Jenson: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids 08.07.2026 40min

  In a world where pornography is only a click away, protecting our children requires intentional conversations before exposure happens. Joining Dr. Jim Burns on this episode is Kristen Jenson, best-selling author and founder of Defend Young Minds, as she shares the personal journey that led her to advocate for protecting children from pornography. Kristen reveals the alarming impact pornography can have on young minds, including how it shapes unhealthy beliefs about sex, relationships, and sel...
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  Episode 109-Hope in the Darkness with Robbie Frawley and Dave Durbin 24.06.2026 32min

  Sometimes God's greatest work begins in our deepest pain. In this episode, Jim Burns sits down with Robbie Frawley, CEO of UCB Ireland and radio broadcaster, and Dave Durbin, U.S. Ambassador for UCB Ireland and leader of the annual Christian Heritage Tour. Robbie shares his journey through profound loss, including the death of his mother at a young age and later the heartbreaking loss of two children, revealing the questions, doubts, and anger he wrestled with along the way. Together, they di...
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  Episode 108-Combating Passivity in Fatherhood with Brad Flurry 17.06.2026 34min

  What does it take to be a dad who leads with integrity, humility, and purpose? In this episode of HomeWord, Jim Burns sits down with Brad Flurry—retired Marine and Executive Pastor at Kingsland Baptist Church—to share how God redeemed his own story of growing up with an abusive and absent father and shaped his passion for helping dads lead their families well. Brad offers practical wisdom on loving your spouse first, blessing your children the way God blesses us, and becoming a “yes” dad who ...
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  Episode 107-Tim Timmons: Waking Up Again: A Journey of Grief and Gratitude 10.06.2026 37min

  Maybe the greatest lessons are learned in life's hardest seasons. Tim Timmons is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, worship leader, author, and founder of 10,000 MINUTES whose music and ministry have been shaped by living with incurable cancer for more than two decades. In this conversation with Jim Burns, Tim shares how embracing each day as a gift from God has transformed the way he approaches faith, suffering, and purpose. Together, they explore surrender, contentment, the importance o...
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  Episode 106-Steve Otey: Transforming How Families Think About Smartphones 03.06.2026 39min

  When is the right time to give your child a smartphone—and what are the risks of giving one too soon? In this episode, Dr. Burns sits down with Steve Otey to discuss smartphone readiness, family technology boundaries, and why many experts encourage parents to delay smartphones as long as possible. They also examine the growing concerns over social media's addictive features and the lawsuits surrounding their impact on children's mental and emotional health. Most importantly, they explore how ...
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  Episode 105-Building a Strong Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage with Brad and Heidi Mitchell 27.05.2026 37min

  What happens when a marriage is rebuilt from deep betrayal—and prayer becomes the turning point that changes everything? In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns welcomes Brad and Heidi Mitchell, founders of Build Your Marriage, for a conversation on restoring broken relationships and building Christ-centered marriages. They share their story of healing after deep brokenness and betrayal, and how God rebuilt trust and connection in their relationship. The conversation highlights the power of spiritual ...
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  Episode 104-Finding the Love You Didn't Receive: Your Journey from Broken to Blessed with John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg 20.05.2026 42min

  On this week’s episode of HomeWord, Jim Burns welcomes special guests John Trent and his daughter, Kari Trent Stageberg, to discuss their powerful new book, Your Journey from Broken to Blessed. Together, they share personal stories of pain, struggle, and redemption, offering a heartfelt reminder that no family is perfect and no season of brokenness is beyond God’s healing touch. Through honest conversation and biblical encouragement, John and Kari reveal how Christ can bring restoration, hope...
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  Episode 103-When Your Adult Child Strays with Paige Clingenpeel 13.05.2026 35min

  As children grow into adults, parenting can bring unexpected heartache, distance, and difficult questions. Joining Dr. Jim Burns is licensed teen therapist, wife, and mom of four, Paige Clingenpeel, for a conversation about Jim’s new book, When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope. Together, they discuss why many young adults are walking away from their faith, how parents can set healthy boundaries while continuing to build connection, and practical ways to mend strained relati...
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  Episode 102-Trading Heartache for Hope: When Your Adult Child Strays…Just Jim 06.05.2026 35min

  “What do you do when the child you raised chooses a completely different path?” Join Jim Burns as he discusses his new book, When Your Adult Child Strays. When adult children walk away from the values, faith, and commitments they were raised with, parents can be left feeling confused, heartbroken, and unsure of what to do next. In this episode, Jim offers compassionate guidance for parents navigating differences around faith, church, politics, sexuality, addiction, and more—helping them respo...
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  Episode 101-Building a Financial Life with Purpose with John Coleman 29.04.2026 36min

  Money isn’t just about numbers—it’s about the mindset behind how we earn, spend, and give. In this episode, Dr. Burns sits down with John Coleman—investor, author, and speaker—to unpack how our beliefs about money shape our marriages, our kids, and our future. They explore the difference between good and bad debt, how to raise financially wise children, and why chasing wealth without purpose can quietly tear families apart. John shares practical wisdom on investing, generosity, and what a tru...
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  Episode 100-The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half with Dr. Kerry Burnight 22.04.2026 38min

  No matter your age, this episode offers practical insight for thriving in the second half of life. Dr. Jim Burns is joined by Kerry Burnight, a leading gerontologist and expert dedicated to improving how we experience aging. Together, they unpack why a joy-filled mindset—not circumstances—is the key to aging well, and how joy can exist even when life is hard. Kerry shares “The Core Four” for longevity—Grow, Connect, Adapt, Give. If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late to grow or change, this c...
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  Episode 99-Blended and Blessed: Building Unity and Healing Through the Beatitudes with Inés Franklin 15.04.2026 38min

  Your biggest mistakes don’t disqualify you—they often become the very place where God shows His mercy. In this episode, Inés Franklin joins Dr. Jim Burns. She shares her powerful story of brokenness, hard choices, and the moment God revealed His redemptive nature in a way that changed everything. She opens up about facing her past with honesty, navigating the challenges of blending families, and discovering that true healing comes when truth and mercy meet. Together, they unpack what mercy re...
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  Episode 98-Dr. Mark Mayfield: Lessons on Mental and Emotional Health 08.04.2026 35min

  *This episode contains adult themes that are not suitable for children. What if the most powerful way to help your child through mental health struggles isn’t fixing them—but learning how to truly see, hear, and walk with them toward healing? Joining Jim Burns today is Mark Mayfield—licensed professional counselor, author, and professor—for a timely and honest conversation on parenting and mental health. He shares how parents can support children who are struggling, highlighting the critical ...
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  Episode 97-Help! I’m Ruining My Kids with Abbey Wedgeworth 01.04.2026 33min

  Why are so many parents today overwhelmed, overstimulated, and quietly carrying shame? Dr. Jim Burns is joined by Abbey Wedgeworth—wife, mom, Bible teacher, and author—for a powerful conversation on breaking free from parental shame and returning to the truth of the Gospel. Abbey shares how shame pulls us away from God, while conviction gently invites us back—and why comparison is stealing joy from so many families. Together, they offer practical, faith-centered steps to parent with intention...
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  Episode 96-The Burning Heart Adventure with Becky Tirabassi 25.03.2026 38min

  *Today’s episode contains adult themes that are not suitable for children. What if one divine encounter could completely change the direction of your life? Today, Becky Tirabassi joins Dr. Jim Burns for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about redemption, identity, and the life-changing power of a relationship with God. From a past marked by addiction, sexual impurity, brokenness, and searching, Becky shares how a simple moment—through an unexpected messenger—led her to true freedom...
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  Episode 95-The Marriage Game Plan with George and Tondra Gregory 18.03.2026 39min

  Do you have a game plan for your marriage? Jim Burns welcomes George and Tondra Gregory—marriage coaches and chaplains for the LA Chargers—who are passionate about helping couples build strong, Christ-centered relationships through practical tools and faith-based wisdom. In this episode, they unpack what it looks like to create a marriage game plan, why being proactive matters, and how returning to the basics can transform your relationship. You’ll learn how to embrace differences, build last...
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  Episode 94-Faith, Doubt and God’s Mysterious Timing with Laurie Short 11.03.2026 30min

  Have you ever wondered what God is doing in your life—especially when you can’t feel His presence? In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns is joined by Laurie Short who shares her personal journey through singleness, disappointment, and learning to trust God’s timing even when the path didn’t look the way she expected. She reflects on how God often opens doors we weren’t looking for and how those unexpected paths can lead exactly where we need to go. Together, they talk about discovering God in the mi...