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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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The Sunday Pour: The Fire Comes First

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Before bourbon ever rests in a barrel, the barrel must be burned. That fire isn’t accidental or destructive—it’s intentional, controlled, and necessary. Standing in Old Forester’s cooperage, watching a barrel char from the inside out, makes something clear: renewal often requires heat first. The same is true beyond the rickhouse. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Monday, December 1, 2025

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Big Daddy Weave Christmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the Muppets Christmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut” Netflix Movie: “A Very Murray Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Flintstones … Continue reading →

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Pet Peeves, Classroom Edition: The Annoyances That Really Test My Patience

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I try not to let everyday frustrations get under my skin, but the classroom has a few recurring moments that make me stop, breathe, and pray for patience. From the infamous “Can I go to the bathroom?” question right in the middle of a great discussion to laptops that mysteriously never make it to school, these are the pet peeves that push me the most—and one that rises above all the rest. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, October 5, 2025: Let Your Feet Take You

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Ephesians 6:10-20 …and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.Ephesians 6:15 Reflect There have been a lot of intrepid and bold explorers and travelers who have captured the imaginations of … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 1, 2024

Posted on December 1, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Big Daddy WeaveChristmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the MuppetsChristmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut”Netflix Movie: “A Very Murray Christmas”Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas in Mississippi”Disney+: “Olaf’s Frozen … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, October 5, 2024: Let Your Feet Take You

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Ephesians 6:10-20 …and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.Ephesians 6:15 Reflect There have been a lot of intrepid and bold explorers and travelers who have captured the imaginations of … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Friday, December 1, 2023

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

  24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Big Daddy WeaveChristmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the MuppetsChristmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut”Netflix Movie: “Scrooge: A Christmas Carol”Amazon Prime Movie: “Mariah Carey’s All I … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 1, 2022

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

  24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Dolly PartonChristmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the MuppetsChristmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut”Netflix Movie: “Christmas With a View”Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas On the Bayou”Disney+: “The … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Dolly Parton Christmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the Muppets Christmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut” Netflix Movie: “Christmas With a View” Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas On … Continue reading →

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