HomeWord with Jim Burns
Helping families succeed is what this podcast is all about. Jim Burns interviews some of the world’s leading experts on Strong Marriages - Confident Parenting – Empowered Kids – Healthy Leaders. Each episode brings practical insights, vulnerability, authentic communication and fun! Jim is the President of HomeWord and speaks to thousands of people a year. He has 3 million resources in print in over 20 languages. Jim sees his calling to come alongside parents and marriages and give them hope, healing and practical resources.
Episodes
96 episodes
Episode 96-The Burning Heart Adventure with Becky Tirabassi
*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 ...
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Episode 96
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38:45
Episode 95-The Marriage Game Plan with George and Tondra Gregory
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...
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Episode 95
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Episode 94-Faith, Doubt and God’s Mysterious Timing with Laurie Short
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 t...
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Episode 94
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30:49
Episode 93-Helping Grandparents Have a Great Impact on Their Grandchildren with Larry Fowler
Distance, family tension, and spiritual differences can make grandparenting hard—but they don’t have to stop your impact. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Larry Fowler, founder of the Legacy Coalition, to discuss the powerful ro...
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Episode 93
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43:30
Episode 92-What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God with Tanita Maddox
What if Gen Z needs to hear one truth more than anything else: You are loved for who you are, not what you do. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Dr. Tanita Tualla Maddox of Young Life to explore what Gen Z is really asking about ...
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Episode 92
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34:54
Episode 91-The Love Language That Matters Most with Dr. Gary Chapman
Are you feeling disconnected in your marriage? In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman, bestselling author of The Five Love Languages, to unpack why people who genuinely care for each other still...
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Episode 91
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38:22
Episode 90-"I Choose Love" with Chip Ingram
What does it actually mean to live a life of humility in a culture that constantly points us back to ourselves? Dr. Jim Burns is joined by author and teaching pastor Chip Ingram for a thoughtful conversation on how Scripture defines greatnes...
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Episode 90
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Episode 89-How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life with Arlene Pellicane
Marriage isn’t meant to be frictionless—but it is meant to be transformative. Arlene Pellicane joins Dr. Jim Burns to unpack the growing pains of marriage, why the hard seasons can actually make it good, and how relyin...
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Episode 89
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37:15
Episode 88-Faith, Work, Tech and Family with Paul Taylor
Paul Taylor—co-founder of Faith, Work & Tech and director of Unify—joins the conversation to unpack how AI is reshaping families, education, and vocation. With a background in engineering from Stanford, a master’s in theology, and nearly...
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Episode 88
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39:20
Episode 87-Good News for Parents with Adam Griffin
Your kids don’t need a perfect parent—just a parent who knows how to follow a perfect God. Dr. Jim Burns is joined by pastor, author, and podcast host Adam Griffin for an honest and hope-filled conversation about the real pressures parents f...
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Episode 87
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35:44
Episode 86-One Choice Away from Change with Justin and Trisha Davis
What happens when a marriage looks successful on the outside—but is quietly unraveling behind the scenes? Justin and Trisha Davis, authors, speakers, and founders of Refine Us Ministries, join Dr. Jim Burns to share the raw story of how thei...
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Episode 86
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34:28
Episode 85-Surrendered Sexuality with Juli Slattery
*Listener discretion is advised: This episode contains discussions of adult themes.If parents are silent about sex and sexuality, their children will be discipled by the culture. On this episode of HomeWord<...
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Episode 85
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33:07
Episode 84- What It Takes to Make a Marriage Work with Kevin Thompson (Part 2)
What if the key to deeper intimacy in marriage isn’t trying harder—but learning to partner better? In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Jim Burns is joined again by Kevin Thompson—speaker, author, and married-life pastor at Bayside Church—to ...
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Episode 84
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38:40
Episode 83- What It Takes to Make a Marriage Work with Kevin Thompson (Part 1)
Strong marriages don’t happen by accident—they’re built. In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Kevin Thompson—speaker, author, husband, father, and married-life pastor at Bayside Church in California—for an honest convers...
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Episode 83
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35:55
Episode 82-When a Loved One Strays from Faith: What to Do About It with Jim Burns
“How do I influence my child who no longer believes in God?” “What do I do when my adult kids won’t let me talk about faith with my grandkids?” These are painful questions—but in this episode, Dr. Jim Burns offers hope and practical guidance...
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Episode 82
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Episode 81-How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment and Greater Intimacy with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns welcomes back psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Morgan Cutlip. They dive into the true weight of the “mental load” in marriage, unpacking how this hidden burden shapes d...
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32:49
Episode 80-Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Many moms quietly carry the weight of everyone else’s needs — often at the expense of their own. In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip, a psychologist, bestselling author, and soug...
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Episode 80
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33:06
Episode 79-Teaching the Bible to Kids with Humor with Wayne Rice
Can humor help kids connect with Bible truths? Dr. Jim Burns welcomes back Wayne Rice — co-founder of Youth Specialties, Legacy Coalition member, veteran youth ministry leader, author of over 30 books, and bluegrass enthusiast — for a lively...
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Episode 79
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41:45
Episode 78-Long Distance Grandparenting: Nurturing the Faith of Your Grandchildren When You Can’t Be There in Person with Wayne Rice
Even from miles away, grandparents can play a powerful role in helping their grandkids grow in faith. Today, Dr. Jim Burns welcomes Wayne Rice — co-founder of Youth Specialties, member of the Legacy Coalition, longtime youth ministry leader,...
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38:57
Episode 77-Keeping Faith Alive: Grandparents and A Godly Legacy with Dr. Dudley Chancey
What does it mean to be an intentional grandparent in today’s world? Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Dr. Dudley Chancey, long-time youth pastor, educator, and founder of the Intergenerational Faith Center at Oklahoma Chri...
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Episode 77
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38:22
Episode 76-Understanding Your Teen (Part 2) with Jim Burns
In this second part of Understanding Your Teen, Dr. Jim Burns dives deeper into how parents can shape their child’s character and responsibility—without crushing their spirit. He shares how to set clear expectations, e...
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Episode 76
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39:19
Episode 75-Understanding Your Teen (Part 1) with Jim Burns
Do you ever feel confused—or even frustrated—by your teenager’s behavior? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns unpacks why teens act the way they do and how parents can come alongside them with greater understanding. He explains ...
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Episode 75
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34:41
Episode 74-Understanding Your Attachment Style with Marc and Amy Cameron
Did you know your attachment style can shape—or shake—your closest relationships? In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns talks with Marc and Amy Cameron—founders of How We Love. Marc is a lic...
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Episode 74
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41:01
Episode 73-Timeless Wisdom for Blended Families with Laura Petherbridge
Blended families can feel messy and overwhelming, but with patience and grace, those challenges can transform into a thriving, love-filled home. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns talks with speaker, author, and stepfamily expert Laura Petherbri...
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Episode 73
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38:08
Episode 72-Raising Gender Confident Kids with Dr. Kathy Koch
Many parents feel anxious or unequipped to talk about gender and identity with their kids—but Dr. Kathy Koch shows how biblical wisdom and simple, honest conversations can build confidence and discernment. Christian author and speaker Dr. Ka...
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Episode 72
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37:08