Monthly Archives: November 2024

Quick Thought – Sunday, November 24, 2024: Riding the Big Wheel

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Romans 15:1-7 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.Romans 15:4 Reflect As someone who was raised in the Anglican Church, I’ve been steeped … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, November 23, 2024: God Knows the True Score

Posted on November 23, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 20 Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man,    but afterward his mouth will be full of gravel.Proverbs 20:17 Reflect By now you can probably tell that I love sports. This week is great for me because almost … Continue reading →

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Beach or Mountain? Both Have Their Appeal

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

As a child, my family lived mainly near beach towns. We moved to Fort Pierce, Fla., when I was about three years old, and after that, I ended up living in three other Florida towns — Sarasota, Fort Walton Beach … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, November 22, 2024: The Yoke of Jesus

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 11:25-30 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:29 Reflect Leo was bushed. He had just finished a 60-hour workweek and was … Continue reading →

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Eclectic Tastes = Dinnertime Fun!

Posted on November 21, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

As a child, I was blessed to have a very flexible palate. My Mom always said I’d eat pretty much anything that was put in front of me, and as a result, I discovered the beauty in a wide variety … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, November 21, 2024: Nothing Stays Hidden

Posted on November 21, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 4:4-9 …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, November 20, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: Go Out in Style

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 25th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read John 14:1-14 “Let not your hearts be troubled. … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, November 19, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: Feed the Birds

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 24th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Exodus 33:12-23 And he said, “My presence will … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, November 18, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: God Has a Plan From Birth

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 23rd of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Psalm 136 Your eyes saw my unformed substance; … Continue reading →

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One Man’s Castoff Is Another Man’s $30 Miracle

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

About 12 or 13 years ago, I was working for a church that had an annual Fall Festival that included a fundraising rummage sale. Toward the end of the sale I noticed that there was a decent-looking sofa that had … Continue reading →

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