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Quick Thought – Saturday, April 4, 2026 (Holy Saturday): The Death We Deserved

Posted on April 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Barabbas walked away alive because Jesus took the cross meant for him. The more I think about that moment, the more I realize how much I understand what it meant to be Barabbas—because apart from Christ, I am the guilty one too. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, February 21, 2026: What’s Most Precious?

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Genesis 22 He said, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains of which I shall tell … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Ash Wednesday)

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 4:1-11 And after fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. Matthew 4:2 Reflect What’s the longest you’ve ever gone without food? Without water? Scientists tell us that you can go for more than three weeks without … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Valentine’s Day): True Love

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Colossians 3:1-17 And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. Colossians 3:14 Reflect Fabius and Lucilla had a problem. Both were Christians, and they had met and fallen in love. That shouldn’t have … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, January 10, 2026: Celebrating the Victory

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 10:34-39 “Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” Matthew 10:39 Reflect This Saturday, the National Football League will start its postseason, which will ultimately lead to the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Saturday, December 6, 2025

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

19 Days Until Christmas! Song: “The Little Drummer Boy,” by Pentatonix Christmas Album: “Peace on Earth,” by Casting Crowns Christmas DVD: “The Shop Around the Corner” Netflix Movie: “The Holiday Calendar” Amazon Prime Movie: “The Christmas Cabin” Disney+ Movie: “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” Hulu Movie: “A … Continue reading →

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The Trip That Stays With Me: Why Hawaii Still Tops My List

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If I had to pick one place that stands above every other trip I’ve taken, it’s Hawaii. Our 2017 visit had it all — beauty, history, family, unforgettable food, and a few chaotic moments that somehow made the whole experience even more memorable. From staying on Ford Island in the heart of Pearl Harbor to exploring island culture, tasting incredible local dishes, and standing at the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial, it was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of week. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

22 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Who Would Imagine a King,” by Whitney Houston Christmas Album: “Christmas Once More,” by the Carpenters Christmas DVD: “Arthur Christmas” Netflix Movie: “The Noel Diary” Amazon Prime Movie: “A Nanny for Christmas” Disney+ Movie: “Jingle All the Way” Hulu Movie: “Reporting for … Continue reading →

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From Wicked Truths to Oz Foolishness: The Quote the Wizard Got Completely Backwards

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

With the release of Wicked: For Good, we’re all looking back at the world of Oz — but revisiting the 1939 classic makes one line stand out for all the wrong reasons. The Wizard’s most famous “lesson” about the heart isn’t just flawed; it’s the exact opposite of true. Here’s why this beloved movie gives us magic, music, nostalgia… and one truly terrible piece of moral advice. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, October 26, 2025: Shared Experience

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Peter 2:1-12 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 1 Peter 2:9 Reflect Author Alex Haley, … Continue reading →

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