Monthly Archives: January 2026

Quick Thought – Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Walking in Our Shoes

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 3:16-21 “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.” John 3:17 Reflect King Harvest was restless. Most nights he amused himself … Continue reading →

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Tasting Tuesday: Same Mashbill, Same Proof, No Safety Net

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Four bourbons. Same mashbill. Same proof. All tasted blind. When you strip away the labels and the hype, the differences shrink fast — and what’s left is a lesson in barrels, balance, and just how close great everyday bourbons can be. Continue reading →

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There Can Be Only One

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A failed 600-mile mission, a re-keyed ignition, a Domino’s parking lot standoff — and a friendship that was permanently forged somewhere between Atlanta and Manassas. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, January 13, 2026: The Snake on a Stick

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 3:1-15 “And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.” John 3:14-15 Reflect It was only 7 in the … Continue reading →

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No Snack. It’s Second Period.

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At 10 a.m., I won’t be thinking about food at all. I’ll be in the middle of second period, trying to get journalism students to finish their articles, pushing momentum instead of reaching for snacks. Some parts of the day don’t leave room for nibbling—only focus. Continue reading →

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AFC Wild Card: Houston at Pittsburgh

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Houston Texans (12-5) visit Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7) in AFC Wild Card action on Jan. 12 at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN/ABC. C.J. Stroud and Houston’s nine-game heater meet Aaron Rodgers in cold Pittsburgh, where the Texans’ elite defense forces mistakes for a statement road win. Prediction: Texans 23, Steelers 17. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, January 12, 2026: Love Your Enemies

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 9:1-19 And falling to the ground he heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” And he said, “Who are you, Lord?” And he said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting.” Acts … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The First Pour vs. the Last Drop

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Beginnings are easy to celebrate. Endurance is harder to notice. From the excitement of a first pour to the reflection found in the last drop, the finish often tells the truest story—of faith, faithfulness, and what it means to finish well. Continue reading →

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One-Day Life University (Asterisk Required)

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

What if there were a place where life’s most common mistakes were taught in advance—by people who made them first? No degrees, no credits, no mascot. Just hard-earned wisdom, a sense of humor, and an asterisk doing a lot of legal work. Continue reading →

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AFC Wild Card: Los Angeles Chargers at New England

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Los Angeles Chargers (11-6) visit New England Patriots (14-3) in AFC Wild Card action on Jan. 11 at 8:15 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock. Justin Herbert’s toughness meets Drake Maye’s breakout rise in cold Foxborough, where the Patriots’ elite defense and home dominance prevail. Prediction: Patriots 24, Chargers 17. Continue reading →

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