Tag Archives: comfort

Quick Thought – Friday, September 11, 2026: Safety in the Midst of Attack—Finding Refuge in God

Posted on September 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The world is not always safe, and tragedy can make everything feel as though it is unraveling. Psalm 46 reminds us that even when the ground beneath us seems to give way, our refuge has not moved. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, September 3, 2026: A Domesticated Goose—When Comfort Keeps Us Grounded

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Comfort is not always a bad thing, but it can become a barnyard that keeps us from moving forward. Philippians 3 reminds us not to live in yesterday’s stories, but to keep pressing toward Christ and what He has ahead. Continue reading →

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The Blanket That Went Everywhere I Went

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

When I was five, I ran away from home with a few toys, some cookies, and a blanket. I didn’t get far—but that blanket went everywhere I did, then disappeared for years before quietly finding its way back to me, carrying my childhood and my mother with it. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The Shared Flask

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

The idea of a shared flask can feel uncomfortable now. We’re more careful — for good reasons — and some old images don’t land the way they once did. But the truth is, the shared flask was never really about … Continue reading →

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What My Students Taught Me About My Wardrobe

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Nothing will humble a man faster than seeing five teenagers dressed like him—with fake stomachs, fake beards, and the exact same Polo-and-slacks combo. Turns out my “teacher outfit” is more iconic than I ever intended… and apparently rounder, too. Continue reading →

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If You Could Live Anywhere In the World

Posted on November 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If home is where the heart is, then I suppose mine would sit somewhere between the mountains and the people I love — a place where quiet mornings meet family weekends and the horizon always feels familiar. Continue reading →

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If a Genie Showed Up Tomorrow (and Why I’d Keep My Wishes Simple)

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If I ever met a genie, I wouldn’t wish for fame or fortune. I’d wish for a fair shot, some peace for my family, and just enough margin to enjoy the life we’ve built. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, September 11, 2025: Safety in the Midst of Attack

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, Psalm 46:1-2 Reflect Most people remember where they were on … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, September 3, 2025: A Domesticated Goose

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 3:12-12 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead… Philippians 3:13 Reflect Being comfortable isn’t necessarily a bad … Continue reading →

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Finding Comfort in the Everyday

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (NIV) Comfort, for me, doesn’t come from fancy self-care routines or expensive habits. It shows up in the little, intentional choices … Continue reading →

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