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Quick Thought – Monday, February 16, 2026: Finishing the Race

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Hebrews 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: A Long Finish

Posted on February 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The best bourbons linger after the sip is gone. Life does the same. Sometimes we don’t realize the impact we’ve had until years later—when a former student reaches out, or a quiet word finally finds its echo. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The First Pour vs. the Last Drop

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Beginnings are easy to celebrate. Endurance is harder to notice. From the excitement of a first pour to the reflection found in the last drop, the finish often tells the truest story—of faith, faithfulness, and what it means to finish well. 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 – Wednesday, September 24, 2025: Living the Vision

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 3:1-14 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The Barrel & Patience

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Some things only time can teach us. Just like bourbon resting in oak, patience reshapes us in ways we can’t rush. Take Jack Daniel’s. Whether it’s Old No. 7, the 10-Year, the 12-Year, the 14-Year, or the new Single Barrel … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, February 16, 2025: Finishing the Race

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Hebrews 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, September 24, 2024: Living the Vision

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 3:1-14 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, February 16, 2023: Finishing the Race

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Hebrews 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before … Continue reading →

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