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Quick Thought – Friday, June 12, 2026: Recognizing True Value

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 10:26-32 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. Matthew 10:31 Reflect A story is sometimes told about a young man named Jim who went in search of work one summer and was hired by a … 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 – Saturday, April 25, 2026: When Even Family Doesn’t Understand

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes the hardest criticism doesn’t come from strangers—it comes from people who know you best. Even Jesus experienced that when His own family thought He had lost His mind. Faithfulness sometimes means continuing to walk with God even when those closest to you do not understand why. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, March 27, 2026: Strong, Courageous, Victorious

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A childhood fight on a Little League field became an unexpected lesson in courage, support, and what it means to stand firm when someone stronger seems determined to push you back. Joshua learned that same lesson at the Jordan: strength is not found in yourself alone, but in knowing who stands with you. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, February 26, 2025: Don’t Worry … He’s Got This

Posted on February 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 6:25-34 “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33-34 Reflect Life hadn’t turned out quite the way Kurt had planned. Like so many young men, he had … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, February 24, 2026: Behavior vs. Belief

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 14 The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” Psalm 14:1a Reflect If you’re reading this (and there’s a good chance that right now, you are), you’re probably either a believer in God or else you’re … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, January 28, 2026: What Good Dads Do

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus reminds us that even earthly fathers know how to give good gifts. How much more can we trust a Heavenly Father who never substitutes harm for good when His children ask? Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, January 9, 2026: Be Generous (and Honest)

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 4:32 – 5:11 There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles’ feet, … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, January 5, 2026: Too Busy to Worship?

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Being “too busy” is rarely about time; it’s about priorities. The early believers didn’t treat worship as something to fit in when convenient—they devoted themselves to it. Acts reminds us that gathering together for teaching, prayer, and fellowship was essential to their faith. The question isn’t whether we have time to worship, but whether we’re willing to reorder our lives around what truly matters. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, December 29, 2025: Where is Your Mission Field?

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 1:1-11 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”Acts 1:8  Reflect Imagine that you’re a Christian missionary. You’ve … Continue reading →

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