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Since Burkes has returned to the pastor role, he often gets calls from people asking all sorts of theological questions. There are no binary answers in faith.

Sometimes we search for faith like we are playing scratch cards. We scratch at the deep questions of faith, hoping to come up with a win.

In case you didn’t know, your digital calendar will probably remind you that this past Friday was Groundhog Day. The outdated day gained modern fame from the 1993 movie “Groundhog

In case you didn’t know, your digital calendar probably reminded you about Groundhog Day – AGAIN.

Why in the world do I need a reminder of this useless day? I don’t own a groundhog. I don’t personally know anyone who does.

I actually heard a woman say while commiserating with a new widower, “I know it’s not the same thing, but I lost a dog once.”

During the 22 years of writing this column, my favorite part is connecting with readers through personal visits, speaking tours, letters, and emails. This year I’ve been to a half dozen venues where I employ something I call my “Phil Donohue schtick.” With permission of my host, I begin my “pre-show” — roaming the floor […]

I sent an email to readers a few days ago with this plea:

Returning to the question, “Is Chispa Project Christ-centered?” An educational organization doesn’t become “Christ-centered” just because it incorporates theology into its written mission statement. The Christian part, or the “Christ-centeredness,”

I sent an email to readers a few days ago with this plea: