Tag Archives: obedience

Quick Thought – Monday, April 20, 2026: You Scrambled the Wrong Egg

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Some people have already decided not to be pleased, no matter what you do. Jesus faced that too. The answer is not to chase approval, but to stay faithful to what is right. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, April 17, 2026: He Owns It All

Posted on April 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

When we place money in the offering plate, we often think we’re giving God something that belongs to us. Psalm 50 reminds us that everything already belongs to Him — and that generosity reveals far more about our hearts than about our wallets. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, April 8, 2026: The Joseph Principle

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes God’s wisdom is not dramatic — it is practical. Joseph understood that abundance was not merely for enjoyment, but for preparation. What we do during seasons of plenty may determine how we survive the seasons that follow. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, March 27, 2026: Strong, Courageous, Victorious

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A childhood fight on a Little League field became an unexpected lesson in courage, support, and what it means to stand firm when someone stronger seems determined to push you back. Joshua learned that same lesson at the Jordan: strength is not found in yourself alone, but in knowing who stands with you. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, March 26, 2026: Sin and its Consequences

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A childhood memory of losing a horse became a lasting lesson: sincere regret does not always remove the consequences of neglected responsibility. Moses learned something similar when the Lord allowed him to see the Promised Land, but not enter it. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, March 24, 2026: The Price of Disobedience

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Abram and Sarai thought they were solving a problem, but impatience with God’s timing brought consequences they never imagined. Genesis reminds us that when we run ahead of God, what looks practical in the moment can create pain that lasts far longer than we expect. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, February 2, 2026: Truth Behind the Tower

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Genesis 11 Then they said, “Come, let us build ourselves a city and a tower with its top in the heavens, and let us make a name for ourselves, lest we be dispersed over the face of the whole earth.” … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Giving Is Its Own Reward

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

First Sunday in Advent Read Proverbs 19 Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord,    and he will repay him for his deed.Proverbs 19:17 Reflect Her name was Shaundra, and with a single phone call, she would unknowingly change my life. It … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, September 13, 2025: Chocolate Chip-Raspberry Royale

Posted on September 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 7:14-24 If anyone’s will is to do God’s will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority. John 7:17 Reflect Deciding such matters as which is the best ice cream … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, August 9, 2025: Do What’s Right

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Romans 14:13-23 Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother. Romans 14:13 Reflect Frank and Joe were trick-or-treating on … Continue reading →

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