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Quick Thought – Friday, April 24, 2026: When Serving Becomes a Distraction

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

It is possible to spend so much time doing things for the Lord that we slowly neglect spending time with Him. Martha’s service was valuable, but Mary understood something deeper: when Jesus is present, listening comes before labor. The work will always be there. The invitation to sit near Him should never be treated as optional. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, April 9, 2026: Friends and Gratitude

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Joseph helped a man who promised to remember him — and then promptly forgot him. Gratitude is one of the simplest virtues, yet one of the easiest to neglect. Sometimes others forget what we’ve done, but God never does. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (Holy Wednesday): The Master is the Servant

Posted on April 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus washed His disciples’ feet to teach that true greatness is found in humble service. The Lord took the servant’s place and showed that following Him means being willing to kneel for others. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, January 5, 2026: Too Busy to Worship?

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Being “too busy” is rarely about time; it’s about priorities. The early believers didn’t treat worship as something to fit in when convenient—they devoted themselves to it. Acts reminds us that gathering together for teaching, prayer, and fellowship was essential to their faith. The question isn’t whether we have time to worship, but whether we’re willing to reorder our lives around what truly matters. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, October 18, 2025: Every Calling is Unique

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 66 Come and hear, all you who fear God,    and I will tell what he has done for my soul.Psalm 66:16 Reflect Everyone who follows the Lord has an original story to tell about what led them to His … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, August 22, 2025: Who Is the Greatest?

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Luke 22:24-30 But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves. Luke 22:26 Reflect There is a very short list of people who would be considered … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, July 13, 2025: Making a Lasting Difference

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read 1 Timothy 6:11-19 They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share… 1 Timothy 6:18 Reflect It was like nothing I had ever seen — that anyone had ever seen. … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, June 13, 2025: No Sins Remain Hidden

Posted on June 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 28:1-14 Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy. Proverbs 28:13 Reflect Before I taught school I heard stories that seemed unreal. People who are on the outside of … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, June 12, 2025: Recognizing True Value

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 10:26-32 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. Matthew 10:31 Reflect A story is told about a young man named Jim who went in search of work one summer and was hired by a prosperous … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, April 24, 2025: The One Thing That Is Necessary

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Luke 10:38-42 “…but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”Luke 10:42 Reflect Sister Suzy was probably the most active member of St. Charley’s Church. She was practically involved in … Continue reading →

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