Category Archives: Faith

Quick Thought – Thursday, November 12, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Don’t Try to Catch a Squirrel

Posted on November 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

When a trained squirrel escaped from a traveling petting zoo, five-year-old Mom volunteered to retrieve it. She came down from the tree with scratches, bite marks, and an unforgettable lesson about wisdom. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, November 11, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Love the Least of These

Posted on November 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

When my parents took us into a Florida prison as children, I learned that Christian compassion doesn’t depend on someone’s innocence. Years later, an encounter with a man whose crime became a Hollywood movie reinforced one of Mom’s most important lessons: No one is beyond the reach of God’s grace. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, November 10, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Don’t Let the Sun Set on Your Anger

Posted on November 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

During their 33-year marriage, Mom and my stepfather rarely let disagreements carry over into another day. Their example taught me that anger left unresolved can damage even our closest relationships. Ephesians 4 offers a better way. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, November 9, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Don’t Argue in Front of the Children

Posted on November 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Growing up, I learned that disagreements between parents should be handled privately. But I misunderstood that lesson in my own marriage. Mom taught me that healthy relationships aren’t free from disagreement. What matters is how we resolve it. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: Blind Is Brutal

Posted on November 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Labels disappear, reputations vanish and sometimes expensive bottles get embarrassed. An 11-bottle double-oaked bourbon blind tasting reveals surprising results and a biblical lesson about judging by appearances. Continue reading →

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Love Is Still the Only Thing I Can’t Live Without

Posted on November 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Possessions can be replaced, and routines can change. But the love I have for my wife, daughter, grandchildren, and God is what makes life meaningful. Eight months later, my answer remains the same. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, November 8, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Thank Those Who Compliment You

Posted on November 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

After singing a solo at church, I brushed aside a couple’s compliment. Mom quickly taught me that graciously accepting praise is about more than humility. It’s about gratitude. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, November 7, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: God Bless the Bulldogs!

Posted on November 7, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

My mother never gave up hope that her beloved Carthage Bulldogs would win a state championship. They finally did, just 16 months after she passed away. Her faith, love and unwavering hope still inspire me today. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, November 6, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Honor Thy Children’s Grandfather

Posted on November 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Six months after her divorce, my mother faced an uncomfortable decision when her former father-in-law died. What she did taught me a lasting lesson about honoring grandparents, respecting family relationships and putting children first. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, November 5, 2026 – Lessons From Mom: Honor Thy Children’s Father

Posted on November 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

After my parents divorced, Mom never spoke badly of my father or stepmother. Her example taught me that forgiveness doesn’t require a restored marriage, but it does require grace. Continue reading →

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