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Quick Thought – Monday, April 27, 2026: When Familiar Words Need Fresh Attention

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The Lord’s Prayer is so familiar that we can recite it without thinking. But Jesus wasn’t giving us empty words to repeat. He was teaching us how to pray with meaning, humility, forgiveness and trust. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, April 24, 2026: When Serving Becomes a Distraction

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

It is possible to spend so much time doing things for the Lord that we slowly neglect spending time with Him. Martha’s service was valuable, but Mary understood something deeper: when Jesus is present, listening comes before labor. The work will always be there. The invitation to sit near Him should never be treated as optional. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday): The Empty Tomb Changes Everything

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus was laid in a tomb like every other dead man in history. But on the third day, that tomb became the greatest evidence of who He truly is: the Son of God, risen in victory over death. Continue reading →

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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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