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Quick Thought – Sunday, March 22, 2026: Mercy at the Tax Table (Fifth Sunday in Lent)

Posted on March 22, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus did not choose Matthew because he was admired, respected, or morally impressive. He chose him while he was still sitting at the tax table, surrounded by the very things that made others despise him. That is the beauty of grace: Christ calls people before they have cleaned themselves up, and His mercy changes them from the inside out. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, March 19, 2026: Close to Belief

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Not everyone who lived closest to Jesus believed in Him right away—not even His own brothers. Some called Him good, others called Him dangerous, and many stayed uncertain. The same question remains today: not what others believe, but where you stand. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: Small Batch

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Small batch bourbon isn’t about scarcity; it’s about intention. The most meaningful relationships in our lives are blended the same way — carefully chosen, patiently nurtured, and balanced over time rather than mass-produced at scale. Continue reading →

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