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HomeWord with Jim Burns

Jim Burns
Parenting
Marriage
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Communication
Christianity
Family Relationships
Adult Children
Relationships
Faith
Forgiveness
Spiritual Intimacy
Empty Nest
Education
Screen Time
Blended Families
Sexuality
Divorce
Conflict Resolution
Sexual Integrity

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 o... more

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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... more

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 o... more

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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 fo... more

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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 p... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Otey
Founder/Leader at Engage Ministries, author and creator of Nine Square in the Air
Engage Ministries
Episode: Episode 106-Steve Otey: Transforming How Families Think About Smartphones
Brad Mitchell
Co-founder of Build Your Marriage; pastor
Build Your Marriage
Episode: Episode 105-Building a Strong Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage with Brad and Heidi Mitchell
Heidi Mitchell
Co-founder of Build Your Marriage; partner in ministry
Build Your Marriage
Episode: Episode 105-Building a Strong Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage with Brad and Heidi Mitchell
John Trent
Author and counselor, co-author of The Blessing with Gary Smalley
Family ministry/Author
Episode: Episode 104-Finding the Love You Didn't Receive: Your Journey from Broken to Blessed with John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg
Kari Trent Stageberg
Author, speaker, certified master coach, CEO of strongfamilies.com
StrongFamilies.com
Episode: Episode 104-Finding the Love You Didn't Receive: Your Journey from Broken to Blessed with John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg
John Coleman
Investor, author, speaker; managing partner of Sovereign's Capital
Sovereign's Capital
Episode: Episode 101-Building a Financial Life with Purpose with John Coleman
Dr. Kerry Burnight
America's gerontologist, New York Times bestselling author of JoySpan
JoySpan/JoySpan Foundation
Episode: Episode 100-The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half with Dr. Kerry Burnight
Inés Franklin
Bible teacher at Mariners Church; founder of Trochea Ministries
Mariners Church; Trochea Ministries
Episode: Episode 99-Blended and Blessed: Building Unity and Healing Through the Beatitudes with Inés Franklin
Abbey Wedgeworth
Speaker, author
Abbey Wedgeworth
Episode: Episode 97-Help! I’m Ruining My Kids with Abbey Wedgeworth

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Jim Burns
Host of HomeWord with Jim Burns; President of HomeWord; experienced faith-based family and ministry communicator

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    Dr. Burns is so personable and just connects with you - even through a podcast! I love listening to his shows. There is so much wisdom and practical advice. Thank you for being such a great Christian voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parentgame39827404&$@
    United States8 months ago
  • WOW

    Jim Burns is so wise. I am so thankful for this podcast to help guide me in parenting and in my marriage. He has practical insights and love and grace for parents. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jillyjefferson
    United States2 years ago

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Episode 106-Steve Otey: Transforming How Families Think About Smartphones
Q: What led Steve Otey to Engage Ministries and focus on families and smartphones?
Steve describes a calling rooted in youth work and ministry to families, aiming to change trajectories by equipping parents with practical resources, books, courses, and community-building tools like Nine Square in the Air.
Episode 105-Building a Strong Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage with Brad and Heidi Mitchell
Q: What do you hope happens when couples start this 40-day journey?
They hope couples gain confidence and skill to pray together, creating a sustainable habit that strengthens their relationship and spiritual life, with the end goal of continuing beyond the program.
Episode 105-Building a Strong Spiritual Intimacy in Your Marriage with Brad and Heidi Mitchell
Q: One, why did you choose 40 days for the program?
They chose 40 days because they saw an impactful example from a pastor who prayed with his wife after a session, and they wanted to provide a structured, repeatable path that could be practiced daily and become a lasting habit.
Episode 104-Finding the Love You Didn't Receive: Your Journey from Broken to Blessed with John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg
Q: What do you say to someone who realizes they didn't receive the blessing and doesn't know how to start healing?
Start with the foundational step of seeking to understand and accept your identity in Christ or your core values, then identify small, doable actions that build safety, boundaries, and connection. Enlist trusted friends or mentors to help carry the load as you work toward healing.
Episode 92-What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God with Tanita Maddox
Q: Is God good?
Tanita Maddox explains that Gen Z's 'is God good' question is often tied to why suffering exists and whether God actually sees and cares about their pain, requiring compassionate exploration rather than simple answers.

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Practical, faith-anchored conversations about family life, parenting, marriage, and aging. Episodes frequently center on boundaries, spiritual practices, and tangible frameworks (like blessing, a family contract, or a game plan for marriage) to build stronger relationships and healthier households. Notable is the mix of expert guests—pastors, therapists, authors, and ministry leaders—paired with a steady, compassionate host who ap-peals to families seeking actionable guidance grounded in faith. The show often blends personal stories with research-backed insights, offering listeners concrete steps, devotionals, and community resources to apply at home, church, or in ministry work.

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1. Focus on the Family with Jim Daly
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1. Steve Otey
2. Brad Mitchell
3. Heidi Mitchell
4. John Trent
5. Kari Trent Stageberg
6. John Coleman
7. Dr. Kerry Burnight
8. Inés Franklin

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