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The Quiet Freedom of Letting Good Be Enough

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We often convince ourselves that if today doesn’t top yesterday, we’ve somehow failed. But perfection has a way of exhausting us, while faithfulness invites rest. Lately, I’ve been relearning that sometimes doing your best—and letting that be enough—is exactly what God asks of us. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, November 4, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: You Can Do Better Than Straight Bs

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the ninth 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 Colossians 3 Whatever you do, work heartily, as … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Sweat and Satisfaction

Posted on September 28, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Hard work isn’t always my favorite thing. Honestly, it’s a lot easier to put things off. But the problem with that is the work still has to get done—and now there’s less time, and usually more of it piled up. … Continue reading →

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The Trait I Value Most (Even When I Fall Short)

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If I’m being completely honest, the trait I value most about myself is not one I’ve mastered. It’s perseverance. And the truth is, I don’t always feel like I’ve lived up to it. I’ve given up on things more often … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, November 4, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: You Can Do Better Than Straight Bs

Posted on November 4, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the ninth 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 Colossians 3 Whatever you do, work heartily, as … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, November 4, 2021 – Lessons From Mom: You Can Do Better Than Straight Bs

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

This is the ninth 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 Colossians 3 Whatever you do, work heartily, as … Continue reading →

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