HomeWord, with Jim Burns

As you navigate the weight of life's burdens, discover the transformative power of Jesus' healing love and learn how to surrender your pain to Him. By embracing His promise of rest and restoration, you can break free from the quick fixes and masks that hold you back, and experience the profound peace, hope, and joy that only He can bring.

In a small village in Laconia, a young boy named Tommy discovers that breaking free from the constraints of his community's expectations can lead to a life of true freedom and purpose. By embracing his uniqueness and choosing to be different, Tommy finds that he is no longer bound by the limitations of his surroundings, and instead, is able to live a life that is abundant with joy and fulfillment.

A young boy's selfless act of love, despite being unloved and abused by others, reveals the profound power of mature love that makes us most like God. By embracing the challenge to love those who appear "of no immediate value," we can transform not only their lives but also our own, becoming more like the loving King we were created to be.

As the iconic film "Thelma and Louise" reminds us, true friendship is about more than just being there for each other - it's about being willing to speak truth and love unconditionally. In this devotional, Elizabeth Cole explores the biblical principles of kindness, compassion, and courage that can help us build deeper, godlier relationships with those around us.

Give yourself permission to rest and refuel by reconnecting with the One who provides rest for your weary soul.

God's plan of adoption has always been to choose us in Christ, making us holy and blameless in His sight, regardless of our athletic ability, intelligence, or faith. We are not picked last, but first, as Jesus chose us long before we existed, offering a gracious gift that requires no pride or self-effort.

A person's life can bear much fruit when they remain connected to Jesus, but many settle for mediocrity and miss out on the fullness of God's plan. By embracing their identity in Christ and letting go of self-imposed limitations, individuals can experience a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment that goes beyond mere average living.

A parable about a school for animals teaches that focusing on fixing weaknesses can lead to wasted potential, while developing strengths can bring glory to God. By recognizing and nurturing our unique gifts and abilities, we can become more effective servants of the Lord and fulfill His purposes in our lives.

If we want our lives to be refined and to grow in our faith, we must give the Holy Spirit permission to do His most important work of convicting us of areas in our lives that need changing; and then, we need to acknowledge these areas and respond accordingly.

As a devoted youth minister, Doug Fields shares his personal experience of being misunderstood and "odd" for following Jesus' call to love teenagers. He explores how embracing this oddness is not about seeking attention, but rather living an extraordinary life marked by love, forgiveness, and self-sacrifice, as seen in the lives of Jesus and other Christ-followers.

In a shocking display of sportsmanship, a Central Washington player helped an injured opponent round the bases in a crucial game, defying conventional rules and challenging the notion that winning is everything. This remarkable act illustrates Jesus' teachings on loving enemies and praying for persecutors, offering a powerful reminder that true greatness lies not in victory, but in how we play the game.

A stern-faced man in downtown Chicago stands on a street corner, proclaiming the word "GUILTY!" to passersby, highlighting the universal human experience of sin and guilt. Through biblical principles, including Romans 3:23 and 1 John 1:9, this devotional explores the hope of forgiveness and redemption through Jesus Christ.

Thomas Paine's legacy serves as a reminder that true impact is not measured by fleeting fame, but by the lasting influence of one's actions and words. By focusing on living well today and attaching oneself to timeless principles, individuals can create a lasting legacy that outlives them, inspiring future generations to follow in their footsteps.

Forgiveness is a crucial aspect of our relationship with God and others, as Jesus taught that holding grudges prevents us from receiving forgiveness ourselves. By letting go of anger and resentment, we not only release others but also create space for the joy of God to fill our lives.

Jesus' encounter with Martha and Mary reveals that true fulfillment comes from connecting with Him, not just being busy. By choosing to sit at Jesus' feet, we can find rest for our weary souls and experience the fullness of life that busyness cannot provide.