Free parenting resources to welcome you to the HomeWord family! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php It's no secret that mothers and daughters share a special bond. But Dr. Kevin Leman has done extensive research on the powerful influence a mom has on her son as well! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1882 It's no secret that mothers and daughters share a special bond. But Dr. Kevin Leman has done extensive research on the powerful influence a mom has on her son as well! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1881 There are so many negative influences affecting young women today - but it is possible to have a positive influence on them! Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with author Susie Shellenberger about "Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1880 One of the most common questions Christian moms ask is, "How can I pass on a legacy of faith to my daughter?" Dr. Jim Burns talks with Brio magazine Founder Susie Shellenberger about the keys to "Raising a Spiritually Strong Daughter." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1879 While doing research for a male character in a novel she was writing, author Shaunti Feldhahn uncovered valuable research about the differences between men and women. Dr. Jim Burns talks with this popular speaker and author about new scientific studies which will help women "Understand the Inner Lives of Men." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1878 While doing research for a male character in a novel she was writing, author Shaunti Feldhahn uncovered valuable research about the differences between men and women. Dr. Jim Burns talks with this popular speaker and author about new scientific studies which will help women "Understand the Inner Lives of Men." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1877 When his agnostic wife, Leslie, decided to become a Christian, legal expert Lee Strobel began a two-year investigation to find out about this group he felt had "brainwashed" her. Now a strong Christian, Lee talks with Dr. Jim Burns about an exciting new project designed to help answer the kinds of questions skeptics like he used to be ask about Christianity. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1869 When his agnostic wife, Leslie, decided to become a Christian, legal expert Lee Strobel began a two-year investigation to find out about this group he felt had "brainwashed" her. Now a strong Christian, Lee talks with Dr. Jim Burns about an exciting new project designed to help answer the kinds of questions skeptics like he used to be ask about Christianity. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1868 Hopelessness has become quite common in the world today. Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted Pastor and author Jack Hayford about the hope that God offered to us beginning on the darkest day in history - Good Friday. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1855 When his son-in-law unexpectedly passed away, Pastor Jack Hayford was confronted with a sense of hopelessness he had never experienced before. Dr. Jim Burns talks with this noted author and speaker about what this season taught him about "Finding Hope When You Need it Most." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1854 At which age should parents start talking to their kids about money? Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with financial expert Mary Hunt about how even kids as young as pre-school age can start to learn financial basics. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1844 For many parents, giving our kids a financial education is an afterthought. Dr. Jim Burns talks with financial expert Mary Hunt about some practical ways for teaching kids how to handle money. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1843 Not too many parents start their families hoping to have a "pretty good" relationship with their kids. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Carol Kuykendall, author of the book, 5-Star Families. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1852 The distance between a good family experience as a great one often isn't all that far! Dr. Jim Burns discusses this facet of family life with Carol Kuykendall, author of the book, 5-Star Families. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1851 The start of a new year is the perfect time to do a bit of fine-tuning in your relationship with your spouse. Dr. Jim Burns talks to pastor and author (and one of Jim's best childhood friends) Philip Wagner about some practical tips for turning any marriage around in less than 2 weeks! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1842 The start of a new year is the perfect time to do a bit of fine-tuning in your relationship with your spouse. Dr. Jim Burns talks to pastor and author (and one of Jim's best childhood friends) Philip Wagner about some practical tips for turning any marriage around in less than 2 weeks! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1841 Mark Merrill is the Founder of Family First, an organization that partners with NFL players and coaches to equip dads to be more effective in the lives of their kids. He talks about how men can become "All Pro" with their sons and daughters. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1849 Many women pursue a relationship with Jesus Christ without ever having met Him face-to-face. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author and pastor's wife Donna Jones about how she helps women develop a deeper and more authentic relationship with the Lord. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1821 The key to finding real fulfillment involves truly seeking the Lord. Dr. Jim Burns talks with author and pastor's wife Donna Jones about some keys to hep women discover a deeper relationship with Him. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1820 Have you ever wondered why, at the worst possible moment, your emotions "get the best of you?" Best-selling author Lysa Terkeurst offers some practical advice for women looking to keep from coming Unglued http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1822 If you’re a wife whose husband’s relationship with the Lord is lagging . . . or if you’re a husband who has grown bored with church . . . you’ll want to tune in for the next edition of HOMEWORD. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with author Mike Erre about “Why Guys Need God in Their Lives.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1819 It’s no secret that American women are more likely to be involved in church than men – but that’s no reason for a Christian man to let his faith relationship suffer. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Mike Erre of Rock Harbor Church in Southern California about “Why Guys Need God in Their Lives.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1818 Is there a stepdad in your world who needs help scaling "Stepdad Mountain?" Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Ron Deal from Smart Stepfamilies Ministries and author of the book, The Smart Stepdad http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1817 With Christmas just around the corner, many dads in blended families may be feeling a bit out-of-the-loop in regards of how to deal with their stepchildren. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Ron Deal of Smart Stepfamilies for some practical tips for working smarter instead of harder this Christmas! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1816 In his new book, Teenology,parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns draws on more than 30 years of youth and family ministry to give parents hope that their teens will turn out okay. He continues a discussion about how to find that hope and more during the often tumultuous teen years. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1178 For more than 30 years, Dr. Jim Burns has dedicated his ministry to improving the quality of life for kids. In his new book Teenology,he encourages parents with some practical principles for helping families really enjoy having teenagers in the home. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1176 Do you and your spouse look forward to a weekly “date night” – or is it just another opportunity to repeat some of the “dumb mistakes” that plague your union? Dr. Jim Burns concludes his conversation with Dr. Henry Cloud about “Eliminating the ‘Dumb Mistakes’ from Your Marriage.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1810 Too many married couples fear the one giant misstep that could knock their marriage off track. Well, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted author Dr. Henry Cloud about the real matrimonial danger of not “Eliminating the ‘Dumb Mistakes’ from Your Marriage. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1809 Kids are growing up in a sex-saturated culture so it's up to us as parents to teach them biblical sexuality. Dr. Jim Burns continues his disscussion on how to establish a Pure Foundation for children of any age to understand God's plan for sex and sexuality. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=738 Sex was God's idea - He created it. Dr. Jim Burns talks about some practical, age-appropriate wasy for parents to introduce biblical sexuality to children at various stages of their development. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=736 One of the biggest challenges for parents today is teaching their children how to have a healthy level of self-respect while learning to show respect for others. Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with author and counselor Todd Cartmell on the subject of make disrespectful behavior a thing of the past in your home! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1808 The majority of parents today would like their children to show them more respect. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with counselor and author Todd Cartmell about some practical tips for showing young children how to demonstrate respect for their elders. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1807 Nearly half of the world's population live on less than $2 a day! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with World Vision President Richard Stearns about some practical ways your family can respond to this challenge. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1806 Each of us is on a journey to discover our purpose in life. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Richard Stearns - the President of World Vision - about how that journey often reveals are true priorities! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1805 Put-downs, thoughtlessness, rude comments - all of these can fracture a marriage in powerful ways. Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion on some proactive ways for using forgiveness to start the healing process. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1096 Every married couple experience seasons when each spouse completely frustrates the other. Dr. Jim Burns offers some practical suggestions for beginning to repair some of the collateral damage our hurtful words and actions can cause in marriage. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1094 After the death of his young son, Hunter, Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly reflected on the lessons he might have taught him throughout his lifetime. His brand new book, The Playbook for Dads, includes many of those principles. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1793 As a professional quarterback, Jim Kelly led the Buffalo Bills to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances. But when after the death of his young son, Hunter, he learned some powerful lessons about winning at the Game of Life. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1792 Many young people are questioning why there is so much disagreement between the world's major religions. Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted author and teacher Anne Graham Lotz about looking past religious differences and "Embracing the God-Filled Life." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1791 The Psalmist reminds us that "Those who sew in tears will reap a harvest with shouts of joy." The key is intentionality. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author and speaker Kay Warren about choosing to live a joy-filled life. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1781 Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be happier than others? Best-selling author Kay Warren suggests that the key to experiencing true happiness is anchored in choosing joy instead! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1780 Many times we parents hear the words, “Family Devotions” and feel we have to start preaching at our children. But there’s a more effective way to impart biblical wisdom! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1403 It's not easy to get your kids interested in "family devotions" - but you can discover some practical ways for actually making "devotion time" fun for your kids - and relatively painless for Mom and Dad, too! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1402 Teenage guys are a mystery to most teenage girls. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice, authors of the book, For Young Women Only: What You Need to Know about How Guys Think. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1777 Shy and insecure around members of the opposite sex - that doesn't sound like the way you'd expect a teenage guy to describe himself. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with authors Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice about "A Girl's Guide to What Guys Think." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1776 Adolescence is a tough season for kids . . . but it can be even more difficult for their parents! That's why, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns welcomes Dr. Kevin Leman for a discussion about, "Tips for Surviving Your Kids' Adolescence." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=213 If you have young kids, it's inevitable they'll one day start adolescence - typically around the ages of 10 or 11. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Kevin Leman about the 20 rules parents should follow for helping the entire family get through this foundational seasons. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=94 Whether your marriage only needs a "minor tune-up" or a "major overhaul," you can create the intimacy you and your spouse long for! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns offers practical ways for rekindling romance in your marriage through affection, warmth and encouragement. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=393 Intimacy is at the heart of every successful marriage. Jim talks about how to create the intimacy your marriage needs. You can rekindle romance through affection, warmth and encouragement. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=391 Intentional Dads have an impact on their children right now - one that will last for eternity! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with author and pastor Ed Tandy McGlasson on this crucial topic. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1769 Fathers who are intentional, supportive and engaged in the lives of their children make a huge impact. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Ed Tandy McGlasson, author of the best-selling book, The Difference a Father Makes. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1768 The whole world watched in awe as 13-year-old Bethany Hamilton survived a vicious shark attack. Now, she's 21 and the subject of a major motion picture, "Soul Sufer." She talks about how her faith helped her overcome her biggest obstacle - her fear that she would never surf again after the attack. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1488 Nearly 7 out of 10 teens and young adults believes that the Church is filled with mean-spirited people. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with researcher Dave Kinnaman about “Changing the Way People Think About Christians.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1760 New research reveals that many teens and young adults have some surprising attitudes about the Church. Well, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dave Kinnaman – one of the researchers who conducted this study. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1759 There is no multi-vitamin strong enough to turn a woman into "the perfect mom." Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with Carla Barnhill, author of the book, "The Myth of the Perfect Mother." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1091 The media makes it seem as though any woman can be the "perfect mom" simply by following the trends that THEY project. Dr. Jim Burns talks with author Carla Barnhill about "getting real" with your husband and kids - and yourself if you're a mother. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1089 You may be surprised what your children would like you to know about how they really feel about you! And you’ll get the chance as parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with authors Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice about “What Kids Wish Their Parents Knew.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1754 As parents, we try our best to really connect with our kids so that we can better understand what’s going on in their lives. But, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with authors Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice about “What Kids Wish Their Parents Knew.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1753 Every year, 3 million kids apply to college - and 6 million parents start to panic! If that describes your situation right now, listen as parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Azusa Pacific University President Dr. Jon Wallace about "Keys to Preparing Your Kids for College." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1752 Many Christians focus their attention on the New Testament - while many Jews feel as though the Old Testament was written for them. Rabbi Jonathan Bernis continues his discussion on why the entire Bible points both Christians and Jews alike to the reality that Jesus Christ is truly the Messiah! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1747 Growing up in a Jewish home, Jonathan Bernis thought he knew all about Jesus. But when a friend became a Christian and began challenging his beliefs, Jonathan changed his view of the Messiah, recognizing Him as the true Son of God and the pathway to salvation. He now shares this message with other Jews through Jewish Voice Ministries. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1746 The teen and pre-teen years are exactly the time when kids actually need the presence of their parents in their lives more than ever before! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks about the influence you can have on your son or your daughter simply by "being there." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=982 If you’re a parent, your children view your very presence as a sign of caring and connectedness. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks about how that principle is at the heart of some of the most powerful teaching on parenting the world has ever http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=980 The things that used to be considered luxuries are now considered to be necessities in our culture - and that means we're surrounded by more stuff than ever before! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns will continue his conversation with Dr. Paul Borthwick on "Keys to Simplifying Your Life." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1745 We live in a culture that is so packed with good things that sometimes it can seem overwhelming. Well, parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with his good friend Dr. Paul Borthwick - author of the book, Simplify. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1744 Who better to really understand the "heart issues" of your life than a true friend who knows how to listen from the heart! Dr. Larry Crabb calls this practice SoulTalk, and he'll talk with Dr. Jim Burns about why soul to soul communication is essential for every relationship. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1731 It's no secret that we were made for relationships . . . but, too often, we judge their quality by how many details we know about a person's life. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted author and psychologist Dr. Larry Crabb about "Real Talk: Soul to Soul Communication." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1730 Kyle Bruner grew up in a Christian home and started playing video games for fun - but, by the time he turned 14, he was addicted to them. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Kyle's parents, Kurt and Olivia Bruner about "Help for Kids Addicted to Video Games." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1729 Playing video games has become more than just a form of recreation for young boys. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with authors Olivia and Kurt Bruner about how video gaming became an addiction for their son. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1728 The breathless pace of modern living can make it difficult for parents to find the right balance between work and family. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with noted author Bill Butterworth about ways for doing so. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1702 Bill Butterworth knows how challenging it can be to keep some sort of balance between your career and your personal life. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Bill Butterworth about “How to Balance Work and Family.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1701 In a challenging economy, it's not easy to think about living completely debt-free -- but it is possible! Join parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns and his guest, Howard Dayton of Crown Financial Ministries, as they continue their discussion about "Discovering God's Way of Handling Money." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1700 Just the mention of the word stewardship might bring to mind the amount of money you give your church each week. However, as Dr. Jim Burns discusses with Howard Dayton of Crown Financial Ministries, "Discovering God's Way of Handling Money" applies to all of it - not just the tithe! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1699 When the Church only shows the world the loving, tender side of the Lord, we fail to invite them to be a part of the passionate, powerful adventure that life in Christ can be! Dr. Jim Burns talks with author Gary Thomas about why he calls the Christian life a "beautiful fight" between power and passion. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1696 A recent survey of 8-to-12 year olds found that more than half of the kids questioned did not believe they had any hope for the future. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns will continue his discussion with pastor and author Chip Ingram on keys to "Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=964 We live in a culture that projects some pretty negative images of character attributes that are actually of benefit to our children. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted pastor and author Chip Ingram about ""Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=860 The teenage years are tough for kids – but they can be even more difficult for the parents who are trying to raise them! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. John Townsend about boundaries and teens – how to establish them and why they work! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1682 The teenage years are tough for kids – but they can be even more difficult for the parents who are trying to raise them! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. John Townsend about boundaries and teens – how to establish them and why they work! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1681 With Christmas approaching, many women are dreading the crush of holiday guests who will be stampeding their homes between now and December 25th. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Sandy Coughlin, known for her blog, "The Reluctant Entertainer," discussing tips for surviving the holidays. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1663 When she first got married, author Sandy Coughlin liked the idea of having guests in her home - she just lacked the courage to actually invite them! Dr. Jim Burns talks with the creator of the blog called "The Reluctant Entertainer" for a discussion about the many benefits of welcoming others into your home. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1662 To most men, a woman's heart seems like a "swamp of emotions" and yet, it is possible for a guy to understand how his girl is feeling! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Jeff and Shaunti Feldhahn - authors of the new book, For Men Only. They'll discuss "A Man's Guide to the Heart of a Woman" http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1661 When it comes to understand what women want, most men are pretty clueless. Fortunately parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Jeff and Shaunti Feldhan - a husband and wife research team who have discovered tips for sharing with men "A Man's Guide to the Heart of a Woman." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1660 As a runway and print model for designers like Georgio Armani, Jennifer Strickland had the "perfect look." Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his talk with this former "Perfect Girl" about the true beauty she discovered in walking with God. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1649 Jennifer Strickland always dreamed of working in the "perfect world" of modeling. But once she got that chance, she saw how unglamorous that life really was. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with this former "Perfect Girl" who found true beauty in her relationship with God. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1648 The key to building lasting relationships is to move past "love at first sight" and love's "second glance." Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with pastor Kerry Shook - author of the book, Love at Last Sight - as they discuss why "last sight" love allows us to build real relationships. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1647 Even though technology allows us more opportunities to connect than ever before, the truth is that most of us are really quite lonely! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with author and pastor Kerry Shook about taking a weekly "fast" from social media as a means for reinvesting our time and resources into relationships that will last! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1646 In 2008, “Fireproof” was the #1 independent film release of the year. Not bad for a movie made by a church congregation in Georgia! Next time on HOMEWORD, “Fireproof” Producer Stephen Kendrick talks about their next film – “Courageous” – and the importance of “Becoming a ‘Courageous’ Father.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1551 Sherwood Baptist Church was looking for a way to reach the world for Jesus – so they began making major motion pictures encouraging men to be more proactive in their faith. Next time on HOMEWORD, you’ll hear from Alex Kendrick – Director and star of the new Sherwood release called, “Courageous.” He’ll talk about “Becoming a ‘Courageous’ Father” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1550 Kids are growing up in a culture that is growing increasingly amoral. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation about how parents can really dig in and help our children fight off the negative influences in the world today. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1627 The culture wars have never been more intense. Our kids are under tremendous pressure to compromise their faith in Christ. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Ron Luce - the Founder of Teen Mania - about some practical ways for parents to stand in the gap for their children in this area. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1626 Children today are growing up in a culture that challenges their faith at every turn. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Bill Maier from Focus on the Family about some practical tips for “Raising Healthy Kids in a Toxic Culture.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1625 Defending a traditional marriage isn’t always easy . . . but it is always worth the effort! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Dr. Willard Harley on avoiding the love busters that can be a challenge to any home. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1601 Traditional marriage is under attack by the liberal elite. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Willard Harley, Jr – author of the landmark book, His Needs, Her Needs – about the security, stability and permanence only a traditional marriage provides. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1600 One of the key principles for establishing healthy boundaries with others is the ability to be able to confront a difficult situation in love. Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation on this topic with noted author Dr. John Townsend. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1583 Most of us do not enjoy confrontation . . . but learning how to deal with it is a key to emotional, relational and spiritual growth. Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted psychologist and author Dr. John Townsend about “Keys to Successfully Resolving Conflicts.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1584 Your "style" of parenting has as much to do with your son or daughter's personality as it does your own! Dr. Jim Burns continues his conversation with Dr. John Trent on this most important topic. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1579 So many parents aspire to just do a "normal" job of raising their kids. But as Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. John Trent, you'll discover the keys to unlocking your own unique parenting "style." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1578 These days, it seems like marriage and the traditional family are less influential than ever before. Dr. Jim Burns talks with popular speaker John Rosemond about how you and your children can go about “Becoming a Family of Value” in this darkening culture. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1580 The recent challenges in our economy are causing all of us to reevaluate our spending and saving habits. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns continues his discussion with noted financial expert Dave Ramsey about getting control of your finances once again. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1549 The start of summer is an excellent time to give your family's financial situation a "once-over." Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted financial analyst Dave Ramsey about getting your money under control once again. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1548