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Quick Thought – Monday, December 29, 2025: Where is Your Mission Field?

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 1:1-11 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”Acts 1:8  Reflect Imagine that you’re a Christian missionary. You’ve … 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 – Friday, November 7, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: God Bless the Bulldogs!

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 12th 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 Psalm 71 But I will hope continually     and will praise … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, September 30, 2025: Two Wolves

Posted on September 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Colossians 3;1-17 Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. Colossians 3:9-10 Reflect There’s an … Continue reading →

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Doing More of What Matters

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When I stop and ask myself what I could do more of, a handful of things jump to the front of my mind. First, exercise. I need to be in better health, and moving my body consistently is a big … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, September 17, 2025: Stunted Growth

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Isaiah 43 I, I am he    who blots out your transgressions for my own sake,    and I will not remember your sins.Isaiah 43:25 Reflect My brother had some very cool jobs when he was in the Navy. One of them required him … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, September 12, 2025: God Is In Control

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 46 God is our refuge and strength,    a very present help in trouble.Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,    though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.Psalm 46:1-2 Reflect Her name was Joan, and … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, September 11, 2025: Safety in the Midst of Attack

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, Psalm 46:1-2 Reflect Most people remember where they were on … Continue reading →

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Back Pours and Magic Fingers

Posted on September 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Relaxation doesn’t always look the same, but when it shows up, I know it by feel — like an old friend who doesn’t knock, just walks right in. Sometimes, it’s writing these blog posts. The act of shaping thoughts into … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, August 23, 2025: Prayer is Enough

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 6:5-15 “But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” Matthew 6:6 Reflect Tragedy is hard … Continue reading →

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