HomeWord with Jim Burns

Episode 104-Finding the Love You Didn't Receive: Your Journey from Broken to Blessed with John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg

On this week’s episode of HomeWord, Jim Burns welcomes special guests John Trent and his daughter, Kari Trent Stageberg, to discuss their powerful new book, Your Journey from Broken to Blessed. Together, they share personal stories of pain, struggle, and redemption, offering a heartfelt reminder that no family is perfect and no season of brokenness is beyond God’s healing touch. Through honest conversation and biblical encouragement, John and Kari reveal how Christ can bring restoration, hope, and blessing even through life’s deepest challenges. This inspiring episode will encourage listeners to trust God’s grace and discover that healing and renewal are possible through Him. Resources: * HomeWord.com  [http://homeword.com] * HomeWord YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@homeword] * Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs [https://homeword.com/jims-blog/] * Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 * Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com [info@homeword.com] Guest Info: * Strongfamilies.com [http://strongfamilies.com] * Book: Your Journey From Broken to Blessed [https://officialstrongfamilies.myshopify.com/products/your-journey-from-broken-to-blessed] * Book: The Blessing [https://officialstrongfamilies.myshopify.com/products/the-blessing] Order Jim’s Books: * Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope [https://a.co/d/9B3ydEd] (Released May 5, 2026) * A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body [https://homeword.com/product/a-students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/] * Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out [https://homeword.com/product/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-book/] * Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities [https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/] Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #BrokentoBlessed #TheBlessing #Hope #StrongFamilies #Restoration #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342641/fan_mail/new]

Episode 103-When Your Adult Child Strays with Paige Clingenpeel

As children grow into adults, parenting can bring unexpected heartache, distance, and difficult questions. Joining Dr. Jim Burns is licensed teen therapist, wife, and mom of four, Paige Clingenpeel, for a conversation about Jim’s new book, When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope. Together, they discuss why many young adults are walking away from their faith, how parents can set healthy boundaries while continuing to build connection, and practical ways to mend strained relationships. If your adult child has strayed, this episode is a reminder that the story isn’t over—and there is still hope. Resources: * Order Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope [https://a.co/d/9B3ydEd]  * Paige Clingenpeel’s website [https://www.paigeclingenpeel.com/] * Embracing Your Season Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/embracing-your-season-raising-littles-and/id1716476740] * Follow Paige on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/paigeclingenpeel/] * Reconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips and Tools to Heal Your Relationship [https://www.amazon.com/Reconnecting-Your-Estranged-Adult-Child/dp/1608686582/] by Tina Gilbertson * Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life [https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804/] by Henry Cloud and John Townsend * HomeWord.com  [http://homeword.com] * HomeWord YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@homeword] * Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs [https://homeword.com/jims-blog/] * Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 * Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com [info@homeword.com] Order Jim’s Books: * A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body [https://homeword.com/product/a-students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/] * Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out [https://homeword.com/product/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-book/] * Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities [https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/] Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #PaigeClingenpeel #Parenting #AdultChildren #Boundaries #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342641/fan_mail/new]

Episode 102-Trading Heartache for Hope: When Your Adult Child Strays…Just Jim

“What do you do when the child you raised chooses a completely different path?” Join Jim Burns as he discusses his new book, When Your Adult Child Strays. When adult children walk away from the values, faith, and commitments they were raised with, parents can be left feeling confused, heartbroken, and unsure of what to do next. In this episode, Jim offers compassionate guidance for parents navigating differences around faith, church, politics, sexuality, addiction, and more—helping them respond with wisdom, healthy boundaries, and lasting hope. Listen now and discover how to love your adult child well without losing hope, compromising truth, or giving up on the relationship. Resources: * HomeWord.com  [http://homeword.com] * HomeWord YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@homeword] * Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs [https://homeword.com/jims-blog/] * Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 * Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com [info@homeword.com] Order Jim’s Books: * Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope [https://a.co/d/9B3ydEd] (Released May 5, 2026) * A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body [https://homeword.com/product/a-students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/] * Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out [https://homeword.com/product/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-book/] * Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities [https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/] Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #WhenYourAdultChildStrays #Hope #ReframeYourMindset #AdultChildren #YoungAdults #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342641/fan_mail/new]

Episode 101-Building a Financial Life with Purpose with John Coleman

Money isn’t just about numbers—it’s about the mindset behind how we earn, spend, and give. In this episode, Dr. Burns sits down with John Coleman—investor, author, and speaker—to unpack how our beliefs about money shape our marriages, our kids, and our future. They explore the difference between good and bad debt, how to raise financially wise children, and why chasing wealth without purpose can quietly tear families apart. John shares practical wisdom on investing, generosity, and what a truly biblical view of retirement looks like. You don’t want to miss this episode! Resources: * Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose [https://www.amazon.com/Good-Money-Building-Financial-Purpose/dp/B0FHBV7CG4] by John Coleman * HBR Guide to Crafting Your Purpose [https://www.amazon.com/HBR-Guide-Crafting-Your-Purpose/dp/1633699838] by John Coleman * John Coleman’s website [https://www.johnwilliamcoleman.com/] * HomeWord.com  [http://homeword.com] * HomeWord YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@homeword] * Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs [https://homeword.com/jims-blog/] * Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 * Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com [info@homeword.com] Order Jim’s Books: * PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope [https://a.co/d/9B3ydEd] (Releases May 5, 2026) * A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body [https://homeword.com/product/a-students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/] * Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out [https://homeword.com/product/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-book/] * Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities [https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/] Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #JohnColeman #Thriving #Mindset #Finances #Money #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342641/fan_mail/new]

Episode 100-The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half with Dr. Kerry Burnight

No matter your age, this episode offers practical insight for thriving in the second half of life. Dr. Jim Burns is joined by Kerry Burnight, a leading gerontologist and expert dedicated to improving how we experience aging. Together, they unpack why a joy-filled mindset—not circumstances—is the key to aging well, and how joy can exist even when life is hard. Kerry shares “The Core Four” for longevity—Grow, Connect, Adapt, Give. If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late to grow or change, this conversation will challenge that lie and remind you that what you have to offer still matters. Resources: * Joyspan [https://drkerryburnight.com/joyspan] by Dr. Kerry Burnight * Dr. Kerry Burnight’s website [https://drkerryburnight.com/] * HomeWord.com  [http://homeword.com] * HomeWord YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@homeword] * Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs [https://homeword.com/jims-blog/] * Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905 * Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com [info@homeword.com] Order Jim’s Books: * PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope [https://a.co/d/9B3ydEd] (Releases May 5, 2026) * A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body [https://homeword.com/product/a-students-guide-to-sexual-integrity-gods-plan-for-sex-and-your-body/] * Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out [https://homeword.com/product/doing-life-with-your-adult-children-book/] * Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities [https://homeword.com/product/understanding-your-teen/] Keywords/Hashtags #HomeWord #DrJimBurns #DrKerryBurnight #Thriving #Mindset #Health #Joy #Aging #Joyspun #Faith #Christian #Podcast #PFCAudioVideo Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2342641/fan_mail/new]