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Quick Thought – Thursday, October 22, 2026: Invest in Love—Building Stronger Relationships Through Faith

Posted on October 22, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

My stepdad believed every relationship had change in its pocket. Loving actions added to it, while hurtful ones took some away. His simple advice, supported by marriage research and the example of Christ, reminds us that lasting love requires both daily attention and extraordinary sacrifice. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, October 6, 2026: The Expectation of Rewards—When Faith Becomes Transactional

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

There’s nothing wrong with trusting God’s promises. The problem comes when faith becomes transactional — when we follow Jesus mainly because of what we expect to receive at the end of the road. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, August 15, 2026: Crossing the Goal Line—Bobby Bowden, Faith and Finishing Well

Posted on August 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Bobby Bowden was known for winning football games, but his greater legacy was the faith he lived consistently before players, coaches and fans. His life offers a powerful picture of what Paul meant when he said, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, June 1, 2026: When Grace Doesn’t Seem Fair

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus’ parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that God’s grace does not cheat the faithful. It simply gives more mercy than anyone deserves. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, May 29, 2026: Don’t Wanna Be a Pharisee

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The Pharisees and Sadducees disagreed about resurrection, angels and spirits. But an old children’s song helps us remember the bigger lesson: God calls us to be fair, faithful and full of resurrection hope. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, March 3, 2026: Not a Matter of When

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 20:1-16 Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?’ Matthew 20:15 Reflect Imagine this scenario. Bob and Tim both live their lives pretty much … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, March 2, 2026: The Pain of Deception

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Genesis 27 Now Esau hated Jacob because of the blessing with which his father had blessed him, and Esau said to himself, “The days of mourning for my father are approaching; then I will kill my brother Jacob. Genesis … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Invest in Love

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Ephesians 5:22-33 This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband. John 14:3 … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, October 6, 2025: The Expectation of Rewards

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read James 1:2-18 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 Reflect A young … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, August 15, 2025: Crossing the Goal Line

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read 2 Timothy 4:1-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7 Reflect As a fan of the Florida Gators, I always love a good story that pokes a … Continue reading →

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