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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 9, 2026: The Leap of Faith

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Naaman wanted a dramatic miracle, but God gave him a simple command: wash seven times in the Jordan. Sometimes faith begins with obedience before understanding. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, June 7, 2026: Turning the Other Cheek Is Not the Same as Rolling Over

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus did not call His followers to be weak, passive or helpless. Turning the other cheek means refusing revenge while choosing mercy, peace and trust in God’s justice. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, June 6, 2026: Carrying the Cat by the Tail

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Excerpt: Sometimes we tell only the part of the story that makes us look innocent. Genesis 3 reminds us that God already knows the whole truth — and honest confession means owning our part. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, June 5, 2026: Don’t Swim in a Meat Suit

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Peter warns us to be sober-minded and watchful because the enemy is always looking for prey. Wisdom means staying close to God — and refusing to make ourselves easy bait. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 3, 2026: Beware of Yellow Alligators

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Isaiah warns against calling evil good and good evil. A painted alligator may look different, but it is still an alligator — and sin does not become harmless just because we rename it. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 2, 2026: Could You Not Watch One Hour?

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus asked His closest friends to stay awake and pray with Him. They could not give Him even one hour. How much time are we willing to give God today? Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, June 1, 2026: When Grace Doesn’t Seem Fair

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that God’s grace does not cheat the faithful. It simply gives more mercy than anyone deserves. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, May 31, 2026: Using the Ears More than the Mouth

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Elihu waited while others spoke, not because he had nothing to say, but because he respected those who were older. Sometimes wisdom begins with knowing when not to speak. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, May 30, 2026: Love the Unlovable

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Christ does not call us to love only the people who are easy to love. He calls us to bless those who hurt us, pray for those who oppose us, and let love speak louder than anger. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, May 27, 2026: Leading With Our Actions

Posted on May 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Christian freedom is real, but love teaches us when not to use it. Romans 14 reminds us that our actions do not affect only us. Sometimes the real question is not whether we are allowed to do something, but whether our example might lead someone else into sin. Continue reading →

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