Are you feeling disconnected in your marriage? In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns sits down with Dr. Gary Chapman, bestselling author of The Five Love Languages, to unpack why people who genuinely care for each other still feel emotionally distant. Dr. Chapman explains the concept of the emotional “love tank” and how unmet needs—not lack of effort—often drive frustration in families. They talk about the power of intentional listening, asking meaningful questions, and learning how each person uniquely receives love. He walks through the five love languages and why assuming others feel loved the way we do quietly damages relationships. This episode offers simple, practical habits couples can start today to rebuild connection and make love unmistakably clear.

Resources:

• Learn More about Dr. Chapman and the 5 Love Languages
• The 5 Love Languages® book by Dr. Gary Chapman
• The 5 Love Languages® of Children book by Dr. Gary Chapman
• 5 Love Languages® Quiz
• The Love Language™ That Matters Most book by Gary Chapman and Les & Leslie Parrott
• The 5 Love Languages® Premium Assessment
• Dr. Gary Chapman’s Resources
• HomeWord.com
• HomeWord YouTube
• Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs
• Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905
• Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com

Order Jim’s Books:

• PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope (Releases May 5, 2026)
• A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body
• Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out
• Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities

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What does it actually mean to live a life of humility in a culture that constantly points us back to ourselves? Dr. Jim Burns is joined by author and teaching pastor Chip Ingram for a thoughtful conversation on how Scripture defines greatness through service rather than status. Chip explains why love is more than a feeling—it’s a deliberate choice to give, serve, and sacrifice, even when it’s costly. He shares practical ways to shift from inward-focused living to daily acts that cultivate humility and care for others. This episode invites listeners to see people through the same grace-filled lens God uses with us and to live out love in tangible, transformative ways.

Resources:

• I Choose Love: How to Love Your Neighbor as Yourself by Chip Ingram
• I Choose Joy: Change Your Perspective, Change Your Life by Chip Ingram
• Holy Ambition: Turning God-Shaped Dreams Into Reality by Chip Ingram
• Living On The Edge
• Refreshing Your Marriage Conference - March 27-28
• HomeWord.com
• HomeWord YouTube
• Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs
• Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905
• Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com

Order Jim’s Books:

• PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope (Releases May 5, 2026)
• A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body
• Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out
• Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities

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#HomeWord #DrJimBurns #ChipIngram #Love #Faith #Christian #Marriage #Wife #Husband #Parenting #AdultChildren #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #PFCAudioVideo

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Marriage isn’t meant to be frictionless—but it is meant to be transformative. Arlene Pellicane joins Dr. Jim Burns to unpack the growing pains of marriage, why the hard seasons can actually make it good, and how relying on the Holy Spirit softens hearts when conflict hits. They explore why communication breakdowns derail most marriages and how shifting from a “serve me” mindset to Christ-like service changes everything. In a culture that treats marriage as disposable, this conversation reframes it as a profound blessing—and a refining gift worth fighting for.

Resources:

• Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life by Arlene Pellicane
• Arlene Pellicane’s Website
• National Marriage Week - Feb 7-14
• San Antonio Marriage Initiative
• Refreshing Your Marriage Conference - March 27-28
• Episode 44-Making Marriage Easier with Arlene Pellicane
• HomeWord.com
• HomeWord YouTube
• Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs
• Leave a Message for HomeWord: 949-485-3905
• Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com

Order Jim’s Books:

• PRE-ORDER Dr. Burn’s new book - When Your Adult Child Strays: Trading Heartache for Hope (Releases May 5, 2026)

• A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body

• Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

• Understanding Your Teen: Shaping Their Character, Facing Their Realities

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#HomeWord #DrJimBurns #ArlenePellicane #Faith #Christian #Marriage #Wife #Husband #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #PFCAudioVideo

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