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The Priority That Shapes Every Other Priority

Posted on September 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Tomorrow, my number one priority is simple but foundational: to remember whose I am before who I am. If God really has changed my life, then my words and actions should show it—in the small exchanges and the big moments. … Continue reading →

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A Week Well Lived (One Quiet Moment at a Time)

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If you gave me a blank calendar and said, “Go ahead—fill it with your ideal week,” I wouldn’t book flights or pack bags. I wouldn’t even need to leave town. My perfect week would be made up of moments—some quiet, … Continue reading →

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The Quiet After the Bell

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

There’s a certain magic in the moment right after the last bell rings. The backpacks are slung over shoulders, the chatter drifts down the hallway, and then — silence. My classroom, which has been buzzing with energy and noise all … Continue reading →

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What Am I Most Excited About for the Future?

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) That’s a big question—and honestly, it feels … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, February 12, 2025: His-Story is Important

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Exodus 1:8-22 Now there arose a new king over Egypt, who did not know Joseph.Exodus 1:8 Reflect I was substituting in an English class several years ago, and I started talking to students about the poem, “O Captain! My … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, February 12, 2023: His-Story is Important

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Douglas Blaine

Read Exodus 1:8-22 Now there arose a new king over Egypt, who did not know Joseph. Exodus 1:8 Reflect I was substituting in an English class several years ago, and I started talking to students about the poem, “O Captain! … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, February 12, 2022

Posted on February 12, 2022 by Douglas Blaine

Read Exodus 1:8-22 Now there arose a new king over Egypt, who did not know Joseph. Exodus 1:8 Reflect I was substituting in an English class a few years ago, and I started talking to students about the poem, “O … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, February 12, 2021

Posted on February 12, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

Read Exodus 1:8-22 Now there arose a new king over Egypt, who did not know Joseph. Exodus 1:8 Reflect I was substituting in an English class a few years ago, and I started talking to students about the poem, “O … Continue reading →

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