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Quick Thought – Sunday, February 8, 2026: The Faith of a (Founding) Father

Posted on February 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 120 In my distress I called to the Lord,     and he answered me. Psalm 120:1 Reflect Things were looking very grim. It was August 29; the ink was barely dry on the Declaration of Independence, and the Continental … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, January 21, 2026: Peter’s Not Here!

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 12:6-17 They said to her, “You are out of your mind.” But she kept insisting that it was so, and they kept saying, “It is his angel!” Acts 12:15 Reflect Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong aren’t known for … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, January 20, 2026: Spot the Difference

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

In our world, it’s easy to spot what doesn’t belong. Power, wealth, and dominance rise to the top, while humility and submission are pushed aside. But in God’s kingdom, the rules are reversed. Jesus reminds us that meekness isn’t weakness—it’s strength placed under God’s authority, and it’s the meek who will inherit the earth. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, January 18, 2026: Listening is Better Than Winning

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 7:40-52 Nicodemus, who had gone to him before, and who was one of them, said to them,“Does our law judge a man without first giving him a hearing and learning what he does?” They replied, “Are you from … Continue reading →

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One-Day Life University (Asterisk Required)

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

What if there were a place where life’s most common mistakes were taught in advance—by people who made them first? No degrees, no credits, no mascot. Just hard-earned wisdom, a sense of humor, and an asterisk doing a lot of legal work. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, January 8, 2026: Even a Fool Who Keeps Silent…

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 10:13-14, 31-32 The wise lay up knowledge,      but the mouth of a fool brings ruin near. Proverbs 10:14 Reflect All of us say things now and then that we regret. It’s part of being human. One of the … Continue reading →

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Holding Convictions Without a Megaphone

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

My beliefs haven’t shifted nearly as much as the way I carry them. Time, experience, and the responsibility of teaching have taught me that equipping young minds matters far more than persuading them. Conviction doesn’t require volume—and instruction should never become indoctrination. Continue reading →

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What a Handshake Taught Me About Character

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I do think I’m a good judge of character—not because I’m never wrong, but because I pay attention. First impressions aren’t verdicts; they’re signals. Eye contact. Presence. A handshake that tells you whether someone is fully there or already looking past you. Discernment isn’t about suspicion or cynicism—it’s about noticing patterns and remaining open to being corrected. Wisdom knows when to trust the read… and when to revise it. 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, November 16, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Encourage Your Grandchildren

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 21st of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Proverbs 17 Grandchildren are the crown of the aged,    and … Continue reading →

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