David Burchett

How Did Paul Handle being "Sheltered in Place"?

Paul's letter to the church at Philippi is perfect for this season because he was forcibly separated from those believers he longed to visit and hug.

The Worst Day of Peter's Life

There is much written about Easter Sunday. Christians around the world rejoice and proclaim that “He is risen!”. But there is not nearly as much written about one of the saddest and most confusing days in history.

Why Is It So Hard To Unwrap The Gift Of Grace?

Jesus offers us so many gifts. But the one we seem to have the hardest time unwrapping is this gift of grace.

Can We All Move to Mr. Roger's Neighborhood?

Fred Rogers took the truths of grace and quietly created a place of acceptance and safety.

Confronting Doubt

I have wrestled with doubt in my faith journey. I am not convinced that I know everything.

Friends Who Are Good For Your Soul

The advent of social media has accentuated the difference between friends and friendships.

The Cost of Worry

Worry causes you to take your eye off of the source of your strength.

What Is a "Real" Christian?

“If you were a real Christian you would (fill in the blank)” is one of my least favorite phrases.

The Leadership Trait that Changes Everything

Affirmation is a powerful tool of God’s redemptive grace. Grace says you can still be loved and accepted even after you make terrible decisions and do bad things.

We All Bleed the Same

Followers of Christ have a message of hope and light that is desperately needed. But we get caught up in the politics of our world and too often snuff out that light.

Do We Need Spring Training for Followers of Jesus?

It’s Spring Training. Time for “Preachers and Christians” to report?

Opening Day is Magic!

It took me a long time to understand that God’s Word tells us that every day can be like Opening Day.

I Can Only Imagine Movie Delivers

There is no more powerful canvas to illustrate faith than watching normal people do extraordinary things through the power of faith.

3 Things to Do to Receive God's Love

I made it so stinkin’ complicated and religious for so many years. When I do these 3 things I find myself humbled. I worship.

Does Your Faith Feel Like Groundhog Day?

Too many followers of Jesus are stuck in a Groundhog Day life of their own. They wake up every day and feel trapped in a repeating pattern of frustrating behavior.