Free parenting resources to welcome you to the HomeWord family! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php 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=1858 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=1857 It's easy to get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of every day life that we forget the fact that we have a mansion waiting for us in heaven! Dr. Jim Burns talks with author Randy Alcorn about how parents can do a better job of answering our kids' questions about heaven. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=852 As the wife of a successful pastor and best-selling author, Kay Warren thought her life had “purpose.” But, she talks with parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns about the magazine article that gave her life a new sense of direction. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1824 Christina DiMari overcame a childhood of abuse and neglect to become a shining star in God’s eyes. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with this popular author and speaker about how she uses her love of the ocean to minister to girls and young women. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=916 Erwin McManus believes that God creates each of us to be “pre-great.” Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with this noted author and pastor about some practical ways we as parents can help our kids discover their destiny in the Lord. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=908 Kids today are passionate about the things that matter to them. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns challenges parents to encourage our kids to chase after the things that matter most in life. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1774 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=1770 Throughout the course of your day, everything you do, think and say has an impact on you - as well as everyone else you come in contact with! Dr. Jim Burns talks with pastor and author Phil Munsey about "Why Everything About You Matters to God. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=444 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=1497 Each of us is born "hard-wired" with certain gifts, talents and passions. Dr. Jim Burns talks with pastors Walt Kallestad and Mike Breen about discovering these passions and then using them to live life to the fullest! http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1684 Most studies show that American women are much more serious about their relationship with God than American men are. But that's no excuse for guys letting their faith slide! Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with pastor and author Mike Erre about "Why Guys Need God in Their Lives." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=14 The best way for us as parents to impress spiritual principles upon our children is to start living them out at home. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Crawford Loritts about "Passing a Legacy of Faith to Your Kids." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1644 In Luke's Gospel, we read that Mary spent considerable time worshipping at the feet of Jesus - while her sister, Martha, was busy working. If you've ever felt more like Mary than Martha in your faith, you're certain to enjoy Dr. Jim Burns' conversation with Joanna Weaver, author of the book, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=637 We often ask God for protection or provision. But discover why a dose of persecution might actually do the Western Church a bit of good. Dr. Jim Burns discusses this concept with Focus on the Family's President Jim Daly. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1587 One of the most important responsibilities a parent takes on is passing a legacy of faith in Christ to his or her children. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with Pastor Mark Holmen - author of the book Building Faith at Home - about some practical tips for "Filling Your Home with Faith." http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1486 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=1404 The book The Secret raised many questions about God and spirituality. Dr. Jim Burns talks with Dr. Henry Cloud – noted author of the book, The Secret Things of God – about what the Bible really has to say about these questions. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1312 Brian Kinchen played one of the toughest positions in football: the long-snapper. Dr. Jim Burns talks with author Jeffrey Marx about Brian's remarkable story of second chances, Super Bowl glory and the lessons about God he learned along the way. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1311 James Brown is known to millions of football fans as the host of the "NFL Today" on CBS. But it's his faith in God that compels him to share the "Keys to Living a Life of Significance" with young people all over the country. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1397 Too many men are living relatively "tame" lives instead of the passionate and pursposeful lives God is calling them to live! Dr. Jim Burns talks with popular Moody Broadcasting radio host Mark Elfstrand about how to discover the 10 Passions of a Man's Soul. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1306 When tragedy strikes, many Christians turn to their heavenly Father for comfort. But what about those who see a disaster and wonder how a "good God" could let such things happen? Popular author and speaker discusses the answers he has discovered over the years to the question, "What Good is God?" http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=1241 Each one of us has an emotional, physical and psychological ""layout"" encoded in our DNA. Dr. Jim Burns talks with ""the Relationship Doctor"" -- Gary Smalley - about how every relationship has its own ""DNA"" as well. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=909 If you saw the motion picture account of the life of his father, Nate Saint, you know that, for Steve Saint, the End of the Spear was not the end of the story! Dr. Jim Burns talks with this remarkable man as he shares “A Story of Faith and Forgiveness.” http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=928 When a married couple make their marriage a top priority, they discover a deeper level of intimacy with each other - and with God. Dr. Jim Burns talks about some practical principles outlined in his brand new devotional book, Closer. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=225 Jesus said that we "will know the truth and it shall set us free!" Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with noted author Nancy Leigh DeMoss about why this principle is so difficult at times for moms to accept. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=537 Even though the Bible says that "Perfect love casts out fear," too many of us live our lives dreading the dangers rather than embracing the blessings. Parenting and family expert Dr. Jim Burns talks with author and speaker Paul Coughlin about learning to unleash courageous faith. http://www.homeword.com/radio_broadcast_info.php?articles_id=407