Tag Archives: American Revolution

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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Quick Thought – Monday, August 10, 2026: God’s Hand on America—Romans 13 and the American Revolution

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Romans 13 tells Christians to submit to governing authorities. So how should we understand the American Revolution? A reflection on obedience, freedom, government and our ultimate allegiance to God. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, July 27, 2026: A Friend In Need—What Lafayette Teaches Us About Friendship

Posted on July 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The Marquis de Lafayette gave his money, time and safety to support a cause that wasn’t his own. His example reminds us what true friendship looks like and points us toward the greatest Friend of all. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, July 14, 2026: A Bloody Mess—Liberty Without the Light of Christ

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Freedom is a gift, but history reminds us that liberty without the light of God can become something darker. John 3 points us back to the only light strong enough to overcome darkness. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Independence Day): Godly Authority

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

America 250 is a moment to give thanks for our nation, honor godly authority and pray that the hearts of its people would turn back to the Lord. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, May 28, 2026: God’s Hand On This Land

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Romans 13 calls Christians to honor governing authorities, but it does not ask us to treat any earthly government as God. As Americans, we can give thanks for the blessings of this nation while still remembering that our highest allegiance belongs to the Lord. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, October 19, 2025: Defeat is Not Final

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Exodus 3 When the Lord saw that he turned aside to see, God called to him out of the bush, “Moses, Moses!” And he said, “Here I am.” Exodus 3:4 Reflect Today is a red-letter day in the history of the United … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, August 10, 2025: God’s Hand on America

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Romans 13:1-7 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.R0mans 13:1 Reflect Today’s scripture causes some problems for a lot of people who see … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, July 27, 2025: A Friend In Need

Posted on July 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 17:9-17 A friend loves at all times,     and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17 Reflect It’s kind of a miracle that America won its revolution against Great Britain. Yes, the Continentals had grit and determination, but … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, July 14, 2025: A Bloody Mess

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 3:16-21 “But whoever does what is true comes to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that his works have been carried out in God.” John 3:21 Reflect Freedom is a wonderful, universal thing. Every person … Continue reading →

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