Monthly Archives: June 2024

Quick Thought – Thursday, June 20, 2024: Worrying ≠ Control

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 4:4-20 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 19, 2024: Ministry is More Than Activity

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 4:16-26 “But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 18, 2024: Junk Mail

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 139 For you formed my inward parts;you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.Psalm 139:13 Reflect Americans pride themselves on being the best at almost everything. We love to win at just about every competition. If you want proof, watch … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, June 17, 2024: Don’t Mess With a Good Recipe

Posted on June 17, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 4:4-9 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.Philippians 4:8 … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, June 16, 2024 (Father’s Day): Thank God For Fathers

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 127 “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,    the fruit of the womb a reward.Like arrows in the hand of a warrior    are the children of one’s youth.Blessed is the man    who fills his quiver with them!He shall not be put to shame    when he … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, June 15, 2024: Building Bridges

Posted on June 15, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Hebrews 7:11-28 “You are a priest forever,     after the order of Melchizedek.” Hebrews 7:17b Reflect The evening of March 6, 1987, was crisp and clear – a perfect night for a leisurely trip across the English Channel. More than … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, June 14, 2024: Hidden Agendas

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 26:14-16 And from that moment he sought an opportunity to betray him. Matthew 26:16 Reflect Dave got his driver’s license on his 16th birthday. A week later, he met Betsy, a cute girl who seemed to have a … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, June 13, 2024: No Sins Remain Hidden

Posted on June 13, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 28:1-14 Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy. Proverbs 28:13 Reflect Before I taught school I heard stories that seemed unreal. People who are on the outside of … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 12, 2024: Recognizing True Value

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 10:26-32 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. Matthew 10:31 Reflect A story is told about a young man named Jim who went in search of work one summer and was hired by a prosperous … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 11, 2024: Hitting the Ball

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read 2 Corinthians 13:5-10 Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Or do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you fail to meet the test! I hope you … Continue reading →

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