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Quick Thought – Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (Pre-April Fool’s Day): No Fooling

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

April Fool’s Day has produced some legendary pranks over the years, from spaghetti trees to fake scientific breakthroughs. But while the world may laugh at foolishness for a day, Scripture consistently warns that foolishness is never harmless when it comes to how we live. Proverbs reminds us that wisdom begins with fearing the Lord—and that those who reject instruction do so at great cost. Continue reading →

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Quiet Joy and Teal-Colored Noise

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Fun looks different these days. Sometimes it’s quiet—coffee, music, stillness. And sometimes it’s loud—students, a stadium, and the Jaguars dismantling the Jets. Last Sunday reminded me that both kinds of joy matter, and teaching has a way of keeping me connected to each of them. Continue reading →

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Jacksonville’s Fun Cousins and the Search for a Hometown Favorite

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I don’t think I’ve officially discovered my favorite place in Jacksonville yet. There are plenty of spots I enjoy, but when I really want something memorable, I usually end up taking a short drive to one of our neighboring cities with stronger personality and built-in fun. I’m still hopeful that Jacksonville’s best “go-to” place just hasn’t opened its doors yet. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, November 15, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th 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 Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (April Fool’s Day): No Fooling

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 1 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;    fools despise wisdom and instruction.Proverbs 1:7 Reflect April Fool’s Day has been around longer than anyone can accurately tell. It may actually date back to Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, November 15, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th 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 Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, April 1, 2024 (April Fool’s Day): No Fooling

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 1 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;     fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 Reflect April Fool’s Day has been around longer than anyone can accurately tell. It may actually date back to Geoffrey … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, April 1, 2023 (April Fool’s Day): No Fooling

Posted on April 1, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 1 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;     fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 Reflect April Fool’s Day has been around longer than anyone can accurately tell. It may actually date back to Geoffrey … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, April 1, 2022 (April Fool’s Day)

Posted on April 1, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 1 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;     fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 Reflect April Fool’s Day has been around longer than anyone can accurately tell. It may actually date back to Geoffrey … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, November 15, 2021 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th 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 Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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