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Quick Thought – Tuesday, March 14, 2023: What is Love?

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 13 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 5 or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful… 1 Corinthians 13:5-6 Reflect Movies can so often be inspirational. They … Continue reading →

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An Update On an Old Fable — (Emperors, Clothes and Misplaced Priorities)…

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

After one emperor fled in shame, the kingdom hoped for wiser leadership—but found something far more dangerous. The new ruler listened without hearing, spoke without saying anything, and busied himself with appearances while his people went unheard. As trusted voices were ignored and flatterers gained influence, the kingdom did not fall all at once—it slowly faded, as its best and brightest quietly slipped away. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, January 16, 2023: Putting Others First

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 138 For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly,     but the haughty he knows from afar. Psalm 138:6 Reflect One of my favorite movies is “Back to the Future.” Near the end, there’s a scene where … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, August 4, 2022: Avoid the Boast

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read Jeremiah 9:12-26 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches…” Jeremiah 9:23 Reflect It’s incredible to think … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, March 11, 2022

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 13 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 5 or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful… 1 Corinthians 13:5-6 Reflect Movies can so often be inspirational. They … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, January 16, 2022

Posted on January 16, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 138 For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly,     but the haughty he knows from afar. Psalm 138:6 Reflect One of my favorite movies is “Back to the Future.” Near the end, there’s a scene where … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, August 4, 2021: Avoid the Boast

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read Jeremiah 9:12-26 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches…” Jeremiah 9:23 Reflect It’s incredible to think … Continue reading →

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Nine keys to building a better business team

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Throughout my career, I’ve been privileged to work for some wonderful companies, and in the process, have had a number of great bosses. Unfortunately I’ve also worked for some less-than-wonderful bosses who shall remain nameless in this space. I’ve always … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, March 11, 2021

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Corinthians 13 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 5 or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful… 1 Corinthians 13:5-6 Reflect Movies can so often be inspirational. They … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, January 16, 2021

Posted on January 16, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 138 For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly,     but the haughty he knows from afar. Psalm 138:6 Reflect One of my favorite movies is “Back to the Future.” Near the end, there’s a scene where … Continue reading →

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