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Quick Thought – Sunday, September 20, 2026: Forgotten History

Posted on September 20, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

History can disappear quickly when one generation fails to teach the next. Deuteronomy reminds us to remember God’s faithfulness and pass those stories along. Continue reading →

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The Room Where History Changed

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

If I could go back and witness any historical event, I’d choose Philadelphia in the summer of 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was debated, adopted and signed. Continue reading →

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The One Conspiracy Theory I Actually Believe

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I don’t believe most conspiracy theories, from fake moon landings to frozen Walt Disney. But I’ve never been fully convinced that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, July 28, 2026: Citizenship in Heaven—Equality in Christ

Posted on July 28, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The 14th Amendment established citizenship for people born or naturalized in the United States. But Scripture points believers toward an even greater citizenship—one in which justice, equality and belonging are complete. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, July 11, 2026: Hamilton vs. Burr—When Bitterness Becomes Deadly

Posted on July 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr was more than a tragic moment in American history. It was the final fruit of years of bitterness, pride, resentment and wounded honor. Ephesians 4 calls us to a better way — putting away anger and malice and choosing kindness, forgiveness and the love of Christ. Continue reading →

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The Story Between the Lines: The Two Men Who Could Not Let Go

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

They came from different worlds, carried different gifts, and imagined different futures. But beneath the rivalry was something stronger: a shared love for the country they helped bring into being. Continue reading →

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The Story Between the Lines: What the Label Doesn’t Say

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Before the famous label, there was a boy named Jasper and a man named Nate. One became the name the world remembered. The other helped teach the craft. Their story reminds us that the truth behind a legend is often fuller than the label can hold. Continue reading →

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