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Quick Thought – Sunday, August 2, 2026: Running to Win—The Discipline of a Faithful Life

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Olympic athletes do not reach the world’s biggest stage by accident. Their preparation reminds us that while salvation is God’s gift, the Christian life should still be lived with focus, discipline and purpose. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 17, 2026: God Doesn’t Make Junk

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

We throw away junk every day — but God does not create disposable people. Psalm 139 reminds us that every life is formed, known, and valued by Him. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, August 2, 2025: Running to Win

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.1 Corinthians 9:24 Reflect By now you can probably tell how much … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, June 18, 2025: Junk Mail

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 139 For you formed my inward parts;you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.Psalm 139:13 Reflect Americans pride themselves on being the best at almost everything. We love to win at just about every competition. If you want proof, watch … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, August 2, 2024: Running to Win

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.1 Corinthians 9:24 Reflect By now you can probably tell how much … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 18, 2024: Junk Mail

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 139 For you formed my inward parts;you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.Psalm 139:13 Reflect Americans pride themselves on being the best at almost everything. We love to win at just about every competition. If you want proof, watch … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, August 2, 2022: Running to Win

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. 1 Corinthians 9:24 Reflect By now you can probably tell how … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, June 17, 2022

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 139 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. Psalm 139:13 Reflect Americans pride themselves on being the best at almost everything. We love to win at just about every competition. If you want … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, August 2, 2021: Running to Win

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. 1 Corinthians 9:24 Reflect By now you can probably tell how … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, June 17, 2021

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 139 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. Psalm 139:13 Reflect Americans pride themselves on being the best at almost everything. We love to win at just about every competition. If you want … Continue reading →

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