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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 19, 2024: Ministry is More Than Activity

Posted on June 19, 2024 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 – Friday, May 17, 2024: Rich Man, Poor Man

Posted on May 17, 2024 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 – Saturday, April 27, 2024: Rethink How We Pray

Posted on April 27, 2024 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 … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, April 24, 2024: The One Thing That Is Necessary

Posted on April 24, 2024 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 … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, March 31, 2024 (Easter Sunday): The Only Empty Tomb!

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 28:1-15 “He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay.” Matthew 28:6 Reflect I’ve been to both the Garden Tomb and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Both are reputed … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, January 26, 2024: Faith Without Action

Posted on January 26, 2024 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 – Friday, January 5, 2024: Too Busy to Worship?

Posted on January 5, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 2:37-47 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Acts 2:42 Reflect During the 1600s, a French bishop named Francois Fenelon served King Louis XIV as the … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, April 9, 2023 (Easter Sunday): The Only Empty Tomb!

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 28:1-15 “He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay.” Matthew 28:6 Reflect I’ve been to both the Garden Tomb and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Both are reputed … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, January 26, 2023: Faith Without Action

Posted on January 26, 2023 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 – Thursday, January 5, 2023: Too Busy to Worship?

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 2:37-47 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Acts 2:42 Reflect During the 1600s, a French bishop named Francois Fenelon served King Louis XIV as the … Continue reading →

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