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Living the Abundant Marriage

I celebrated our 30th anniversary like so many other events in our lives by traveling to a gig in another state. We did celebrate a night early and she has learned to flow with my bizarre schedule. It hasn’t always been that way. The change has ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  1 Aug 2008

Dads, Leave a Legacy of Marital Faithfulness

Humor writer Dave Barry compiled a list of things it took him 50 years to learn. I have selected a handful of Barry’s observations.  1. You will never find anybody who can give you a clear and compelling reason why we observe daylight-savings time. 2. ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  16 Jun 2008
Related Topics: Dave Barry,  Hilary Swank

We Live in a 'Good Friday World,' but...

One of the lowest points in my life occurred years ago when I was living in Washington, D.C., at Easter time. My older sister had recently died and both of my brothers were seriously ill; my best friend was leaving town, and on top of that I was ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  20 Mar 2008
Related Topics: Tony Campolo

On Being a Godly Husband: Loving as Christ Loved the Church

Today's post will make the subject uncomfortable. He might even be a little angry at me. Men and women who serve God with humility squirm when they receive praise. But I don't care. I have to tell you his story. One of the problems with our cultural ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  29 Feb 2008

The Leader of The Band's Legacy Lives On

Singer and song writer Dan Fogelberg died Sunday. His music impacted my life and I am sad that he is dead after only fifty-six years. Fogelberg is probably best known for the song “Same Old Lang Syne” that details his emotions after running into his ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  28 Dec 2007
Related Topics: Dan Fogelberg

The Christmas Truce -- Could it Work in our Churches?

Last year I posted a story about the decision by a Wisconsin elementary school to rewrite the lyrics of "Silent Night" to make it acceptable for the "winter program." The unfortunate choice for a new title was "Cold in the Night." And the new lyrics ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  19 Dec 2007
Related Topics: Jim Croce

'Santa Claus Is Coming To Town' Theology

I am a little too old and lot too cynical to be swept away by the latest fad in Christendom. I have sat on the sidelines while Jabez prayed, millions were purpose driven and others found their best life. I guess I was just left behind. Others were ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  13 Dec 2007
Related Topics: John Lynch

What Do I Really Need This Christmas?

Last year I wrote about what I wanted for Christmas. I started with a list of things I really, really wanted. Then I listed everything I really, really needed. Yep. I didn’t need a single thing for Christmas. I give bags of clothing I no ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  6 Dec 2007

'The Secret Santa' Understood the Real Secret

Truth can be so annoying. If annoying truth was a Jeopardy category it might look like this… “I’ll take Annoying Truths for $100, Alex.” This famous preacher said,  “Give me five minutes with a person’s checkbook, and I will tell you where their heart ...

From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  29 Nov 2007
Related Topics: Billy Graham,  Associated Press

Don't Miss a Blessing this Thanksgiving!

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From DAVE BURCHETT, Crosswalk,  21 Nov 2007

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