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*Content Warning: This episode discusses adult themes related to pornography and sexual brokenness. Pornography can bring secrecy, shame, and deep pain into a marriage—but healing is possible. In this episode of HomeWord with Dr. Jim Burns, Clinton and Charity Munoz, founders of Restored 2 More, share how pornography impacted their marriage and the journey toward restoration. They discuss breaking denial, navigating betrayal trauma, overcoming shame, and learning to accept God’s forgiveness. Your struggles don’t have to define your story. Discover how God can bring healing, hope, and restoration even in the hardest places. Resources: Restored2More.comRestored 2 More on InstagramRestored 2 More on FacebookRestored 2 More PodcastIntimate Deception: Healing the Wounds of Sexual Betrayal by Dr. Sheri KefferHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #ClintonMunoz #CharityMunoz #Porn #Pornography #Addiction #Family #Marriage #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

Has your teen or young adult ever come to you with something you never expected to hear: “I don’t believe in God,” “I’m gay,” or “I’m pregnant”? How do you respond with both grace and truth while navigating the grief of a child making choices you never imagined?  Lori Wildenberg, licensed parent and family educator, speaker, podcast host, and author, joins Dr. Jim Burns to discuss loving a prodigal child. Drawing from her own ongoing journey with her daughter, Lori shares how parents can grieve unmet expectations, find support in the Church, and pursue forgiveness and reconciliation—even in the middle of the mess.  Discover how to stand firm in your beliefs while keeping the door open for relationship, remembering that parenting adult children is a marathon, not a sprint. Resources: Lori WildenbergMessy Journey: How Grace and Truth Offer the Prodigal a Way Home by Lori WildenbergBooks by Lori WildenbergHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #LoriWildenberg #Teens #YoungAdults #AdultChildren #Parenting #ParentingTeens #Family #Prayer #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

What if helping a young person feel connected to the Church begins with someone faithfully praying for them? In this episode, Jim Burns welcomes author, speaker, and Pray for Me Campaign founder Tony Souder to explore how prayer can bring generations together and help young people feel known, supported, and deeply rooted in their church family. They discuss why these relationships matter, how prayer deepens our relationship with God, and how He uses even the hardest seasons to shape us into the image of Christ. Resources: Pray For Me CampaignHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026New Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out#HomeWord #DrJimBurns #TonySouder #PrayForMeCampaign #Legacy #Generations #Family #Prayer #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

How do you stay rooted in faith when life gives you reasons to worry? In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns explores Colossians 4:2 and its invitation to deepen our prayer lives, pay attention to God’s work, and cultivate gratitude—even in difficult seasons. Drawing from his own journey with cancer and an inspiring conversation with Joni Eareckson Tada, Jim reflects on what it means to trust God when circumstances don’t change. He encourages us to slow down, listen for God’s direction, and recognize that thankfulness can coexist with pain. If you’re facing uncertainty or longing for a deeper connection with God, this conversation offers encouragement to grow deep roots that will sustain you through life’s challenges. Resources: HomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026New Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #Faith #God #Devotion #Thankful #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

Is God at work in the moments that make you laugh, test your patience, or leave you waiting? In this episode of HomeWord, Dr. Jim Burns welcomes Christian author, speaker, and podcast host Cynthia Yanof for a conversation filled with funny stories and glimpses of God’s faithfulness. Cynthia shares why we need community, what it takes to pursue forgiveness and reconciliation, and how parents can learn to let the small stuff go. She compares marriage to a brisket: when it stalls, you don’t throw it away—you give it more attention. Whether you’re navigating a strained friendship, raising kids, or wondering what God is doing in a season of waiting, this conversation will remind you that He meets us right where we are. Resources: How’d I Miss That?: Gas Pump Confessions, Drive-Thru Obsessions, and Figuring Out What Really Matters by Cynthia YanofCynthia Yanof’s websiteCynthia Yanof’s booksMESSmerized podcastHomeWord Episode 63-God in the Middle of the Mess with Cynthia YanofHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026New Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #CynthiaYanof #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

What does it take to keep a marriage strong, connected—and actually fun—as the years go by? Joining Dr. Jim Burns are marriage experts Ted Lowe and Dr. Peter Larson for an honest and practical conversation about building a marriage that lasts. They explore the growing trend of “gray divorce,” why some couples struggle after decades together, and the intentional choices that can help husbands and wives stay connected through every season of life. Ted and Peter also share practical ways couples can bring more laughter, friendship, and fun back into their relationship. Whether you’ve been married for a few years or several decades, this conversation offers encouragement and simple ideas to help you strengthen your connection and enjoy the journey together. Resources: ForUsMarriage.comUs in Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your Marriage by Ted LoweBooks by Ted LoweFor Us Marriage on InstagramWinShape Marriage10 Great Dates: Connecting Faith, Love & MarriageHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026New Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #TedLowe #PeterLarson #Marriage #Husband #Wife #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

Is anxiety affecting you or someone you love? Did you know anxiety has increased by approximately 30% since the COVID-19 pandemic? Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Alice Benton shares practical ways to recognize anxiety, challenge the worst-case scenarios it creates, and support loved ones with gentle curiosity rather than quick answers. She explores the neurological difference between spoken and unspoken emotions, why excessive screen time and unhealthy forms of self-medication can intensify anxiety, and how being genuinely heard can help bring relief. You’ll also discover how Scripture can counter anxious thoughts with truth—and why listening may be one of the most loving and powerful things we can do for someone who is struggling. Resources: Dr. Alice Benton’s website100 Days of Biblical Family Engagement by Dr. Alice BentonUnderstanding & Loving Your Child in a Screen-Saturated World by Stephen Arterburn and Dr. Alice BentonHomeWord Episode 9-Daily Conversations for Screen Management with guest Dr. Alice BentonHomeWord Episode 40-Ask the Expert: Practical Questions and Answers in a Screen Saturated World with Dr. Alice BentonHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026New Life LiveOrder Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #AliceBenton #Anxiety #Faith #Christian #Darkness #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

What do you do when you’re exhausted by the thought of waking up and doing it all again? Jim Burns sits down with Steven White—writer, former pastor, nonprofit executive and Christian school superintendent—to explore loneliness, the importance of community, and how trauma can affect the body even when we aren’t consciously aware of it. Steven shares about a season when he lost hope and wondered if God cared about him, and how slowing down and reconnecting with where we are can create space for healing. They also discuss the “mercy of routine”—the simple rhythms that can give us a reason to get up and remind us we don’t have to navigate life alone Resources: Books by Steven WhiteSteven White’s websiteThe Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming by Henri NouwenHomeWord.com HomeWord YouTubeDr. Jim Burns’ BlogsLeave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026Order Jim’s Books: Order Dr. Burns’ new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their RealitiesA Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your BodyDoing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #SteveWhite #Suffering #Hope #Faith #Christian #Darkness #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail

Once your kids have officially “flown the nest”, or even if they are still living at home as young adults, your relationship with them has to change - especially if you want to keep a relationship with them! Listen in on today’s “Just Jim” episode where he breaks down his book, Doing Life with your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out, for some truly sage advice on transitioning your former day-to-day parenting role to one of mentoring and friendship with your adult children.  SNEAK PEEK at the Principles covered in today’s episode: Principle #1: You’re fired as the day-to-day parent Principle #2: Unsolicited advice is usually taken as criticism Principle #3: Become students of their culture Principle #4: They will never know how far the town is if you carry them on your back Principle #5: Move them from dependence on you to independence from you Principle #6: You can’t want it more than they want it Links HomeWord Website: https://homeword.com/ HomeWord Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdVFclUo850 Jim Burns Blog: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ Doing Life with Your Adult Children Online Course: https://homeword.com/dlwac-course/ Books: Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out: https://homeword.com/product/dlwac-book/ Send us Fan Mail

Did you know that 27% of adults are estranged from at least one family member? In this heartfelt episode, Jim Burns sits down with therapist and author Tina Gilbertson to unpack the many layers of parent–adult child estrangement. They explore the different forms this can take—whether emotional distance, total silence, or an on-again, off-again connection. Tina shares practical do’s and don’ts for reaching out, how to apologize authentically, and why being both direct and loving—with clear boundaries—is essential. The conversation touches on codependency, enmeshment, and how the need for personal space can sometimes be mistaken for rejection. You’ll hear Tina’s wise encouragement that silence doesn’t always mean finality, and that time apart can actually bring healing. If you're a parent longing for reconnection, this episode offers both insight and real hope. Reconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child by Tina Gilbertson: https://a.co/d/8Yh3xE1  Tina Gilbertson: https://tinagilbertson.com/  The Reconnection Club Podcast: https://reconnectionclub.com/podcast/  HomeWord Website: https://homeword.com/ HomeWord Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FahRGmHIsE Jim Burns Blog: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ HomeWord+ Online Courses: https://homeword.com/homeword-plus/ Refreshing Your Marriage Conference Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected] Order Jim’s Books: Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out https://homeword.com/product/dlwac-book/  Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/  Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #JimBurns #TinaGilbertson #EstrangedChildren #ChristianParenting #Family #Parenting #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #PFCAudioVideo  Send us Fan Mail

Husbands, are you aware that your wife has unique sexual needs? Wives, do you recognize that your husband does too? And married couples—are you even talking about it? According to today’s guests, Dr. Gary and Barbie Rosberg, many couples don’t. But open communication and understanding each other’s needs are essential for a satisfying sex life and a thriving marriage. Join Jim as he explores the distinct sexual needs of men and women, drawn from the Rosbergs’ book, The Five Sex Needs of Men and Women. This candid and insightful discussion goes beyond the bedroom, addressing the everyday connections that build up to the intimate act God designed for marriage. The Rosbergs are executive life and marriage coaches, award-winning authors, and beloved international marriage conference speakers. Make sure to subscribe to their brand new podcast The Rosbergs: Your Marriage Coaches, where Dr. Gary and Barbie equip and encourage listeners that the “more” they’re longing for in their marriage isn’t out of reach.  HomeWord Website: https://homeword.com/ HomeWord Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p39wmEPvhQ8 Jim Burns Blog: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ HomeWord Voice Line: 949-485-3905 Send HomeWord a question: [email protected] The Rosbergs Website: https://www.americasfamilycoaches.com/ The Rosberg Group: https://www.rosberggroup.com/ The Rosbergs Resources: https://gary-rosberg-kqts.squarespace.com/store The Rosbergs: Your Marriage Coaches Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rosbergs-your-marriage-coaches/id1775332105 Books: The Five Sex Needs of Men and Women: https://a.co/d/d4GLd28 The Five Love Needs of Men and Women: https://a.co/d/3JaSy08 A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: https://homeword.com/product/students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/ For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men: https://a.co/d/gcx9DbT Send us Fan Mail

Raising a strong-willed child can seem like a daily fight that leaves everyone exhausted on the battlefield. How do you parent these feisty little individuals with love while maintaining your sanity? On today’s episode, Jim speaks with author, speaker, and fellow parent of strong-willed kids, Lucille Williams. Tune in as they discuss how your marriage, your discipline choices, and your approach to this parenting journey can result in powerhouse kids who grow up to be incredible adults. HomeWord Website: https://homeword.com/ HomeWord Youtube: https://youtu.be/OwMtQTkpmJI?si=9HRjLPq_BQMuD8fC Jim Burns Blog: https://homeword.com/jims-blog/ Lucille Williams Website: https://www.lusays.com/ Refreshing Your Marriage Conference Books Mentioned The Impossible Kid: https://a.co/d/2WOgnwk The Intimacy You Crave: https://a.co/d/j42afdG Send us Fan Mail

How do you raise a child who knows how to say no when the whole world is saying yes? Jim Burns sits down with Randy Phillips, pastor, author, and founding member of the Dove Award-winning group Phillips, Craig, and Dean, to talk about his children's book Guppy and the Silvery Hook and the heart behind it. From the power of storytelling to practical strategies for setting boundaries and choosing the right friends, this conversation gives parents and grandparents the tools to raise kids who are equipped to make wise choices. Resources:  ●     Guppy and the Silvery Hook by Randy Phillips ●     Phillips, Craig & Dean ●     HomeWord.com  ●     HomeWordYouTube  ●     Dr.JimBurns’Blogs  ●     Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905  ●     Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected]  Order Jim’s Books:  ●     Order Dr. Burns’ new book -WhenYourAdultChildStrays: TradingHeartacheforHope   ●     UnderstandingYourTeen:ShapingTheirCharacter,FacingTheirRealities  ●     AStudent’sGuidetoSexualIntegrity:God’sPlanforSexandYourBody  ●    DoingLifeWithYourAdultChildren:KeepYourMouthShutandtheWelcomeMatOut  #HomeWord #DrJimBurns # RandyPhillips #Communication #Relationships #Kids #Bullying #Parenting #Grandparents #Storytelling #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo  Send us Fan Mail

Great marriages don't happen by accident; they're built through intentional habits practiced daily. Jim Burns and Doug Fields return to share the C.A.K.E. framework: Curiosity, Ask Questions, Keep Digging, and Express Empathy, a practical roadmap for couples who want to move beyond assumptions and surface-level communication to genuine connection. If you want a marriage that keeps growing instead of drifting, this conversation gives you the tools to make that happen. Resources:  ●     A Better Us by Doug and Cathy Fields ●     Download Youth Ministry ●     Refreshing Your Marriage Conference ●     HomeWord.com  ●     HomeWordYouTube  ●     Dr.JimBurns’Blogs  ●     Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905  ●     Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected]  Order Jim’s Books:  ●     Order Dr. Burns’ new book -WhenYourAdultChildStrays: TradingHeartacheforHope   ●     UnderstandingYourTeen:ShapingTheirCharacter,FacingTheirRealities  ●     AStudent’sGuidetoSexualIntegrity:God’sPlanforSexandYourBody  ●    DoingLifeWithYourAdultChildren:KeepYourMouthShutandtheWelcomeMatOut  #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #DougFields #Marriage #Communication #Relationships #Conflict #Connection #Curiosity # Empathy #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo    Send us Fan Mail

Most couples spend months planning the perfect wedding, but how much time are they actually spending preparing for the marriage itself? In this episode, Jim Burns and Doug Fields, co-authors of Getting Ready for Marriage, discuss what truly builds a lasting relationship; from creating a shared vision for your future, to navigating finances, technology, and the busyness that quietly crowds out connection. If you're engaged, newly married, or simply want to build a stronger foundation with your spouse, this conversation is a practical and encouraging place to start. Resources:  ●     Getting Ready for Marriage by Jim Burns & Doug Fields ●     GettingReadyForMarriage.com ●     To Have and To Hold by Doug Fields ●     HomeWord.com  ●     HomeWordYouTube  ●     Dr.JimBurns’Blogs  ●     Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905  ●     Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! [email protected]  Order Jim’s Books:  ●     Order Dr. Burns’ new book -WhenYourAdultChildStrays: TradingHeartacheforHope   ●     UnderstandingYourTeen:ShapingTheirCharacter,FacingTheirRealities  ●     AStudent’sGuidetoSexualIntegrity:God’sPlanforSexandYourBody  ●    DoingLifeWithYourAdultChildren:KeepYourMouthShutandtheWelcomeMatOut  #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #DougFields #Marriage #Communication #Relationships #Conflict #Connection #RedFlags #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo    Send us Fan Mail