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Quick Thought – Monday, January 26, 2026: Faith Without Action

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read James 2:14-26 So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. James 2:17 Reflect Billy Bob was the picture of a perfect Christian. He attended church every week – sometimes even twice a week. He … 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 – Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Go Out in Style

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 25th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read John 14:1-14 “Let not your hearts be troubled. … Continue reading →

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The Best Thirty Dollars I Ever Spent

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Twelve years ago, I bought a black-and-white sofa for thirty dollars at a church rummage sale, thinking it would just fill a gap until something better came along. It’s been through dogs, moves, heartbreak, and renewal — and somehow it’s still here. Turns out, the best bargains are sometimes the ones that quietly stick around. Continue reading →

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Drawn Toward Leadership

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Historically, I’ve found myself stepping into leadership roles—sometimes by choice, sometimes by circumstance. When I went back to college after the Air Force, I accepted the position of editor of The Campus Voice at FCCJ. Later at UNF, I ran … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, June 27, 2025: Godly Behavior = Standards and Ethics

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 4:20-27 Ponder the path of your feet;     then all your ways will be sure. Do not swerve to the right or to the left;     turn your foot away from evil. Proverbs 4:26-27 Reflect Each year, a group called … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, June 19, 2025: Ministry is More Than Activity

Posted on June 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 4:16-26 “But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, May 17, 2025: Rich Man, Poor Man

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 19:16-22  Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” When the young man heard this he went away sorrowful, for he … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, April 27, 2025: Rethink How We Pray

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 6:5-15 Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, April 24, 2025: The One Thing That Is Necessary

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Luke 10:38-42 “…but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”Luke 10:42 Reflect Sister Suzy was probably the most active member of St. Charley’s Church. She was practically involved in … Continue reading →

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