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Quick Thought – Tuesday, August 4, 2026: Avoid the Boast—What Jesse Owens Taught the World

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesse Owens let his performance speak for itself while Hitler built his power on pride, race and strength. Jeremiah 9 reminds us that the only boast worth making is that we know the Lord. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, July 30, 2026: Miscarriage of Justice—The Scapegoating of the USS Indianapolis Captain

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The sinking of the USS Indianapolis was one of the worst disasters in U.S. naval history. But the tragedy continued when Captain Charles McVay was made to carry the blame for failures far beyond his control. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, June 30, 2026: It Will Be Different With Me

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The lie of temptation is that consequences happen to other people. But holiness requires us to heed the warnings before sin shows us how costly it can be. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, May 3, 2026: Be Prepared

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Paul’s image of the armor of God reminds us that the Christian life requires preparation. Truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, God’s Word and prayer help us stand firm when daily battles come. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, March 5, 2026: Dressed for the Party

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 22:1-14 “And he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding garment?’ And he was speechless.” Matthew 22:12 Reflect Imagine throwing a party that no one wanted to attend. You bought all of … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, February 15, 2023: Hiding in Him

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 11 In the Lord I take refuge… Psalm 11:1a Reflect David was a man who experienced hard times. Consider that he continually had to escape the wrath of King Saul, who all too often looked to kill young … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, January 25, 2026: Slow to Anger

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read James 1:19-27 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20 Reflect If you follow the news … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Friday, December 19, 2025

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

6 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing,” by Pentatonix Christmas Album: “The Spirit of Christmas,” by Michael W. Smith and Friends Christmas DVD: “Home Alone” Netflix Movie: “A Boy Called Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “One Special Night” Disney+ … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, July 30, 2025: Miscarriage of Justice

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 37 For the Lord loves justice;    he will not forsake his saints.They are preserved forever,    but the children of the wicked shall be cut off.Psalm 37:28 Reflect So often we hear stories that we wish were true, but aren’t. Then there are the … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, June 30, 2025: It Will Be Different With Me

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Hebrews 12:4-17 Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. Hebrews 12:14 Reflect Raccoons are adorable. People tend to love the raccoon’s mask-like facial features and their ability to use their paws … Continue reading →

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