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Quick Thought – Friday, May 8, 2026: Don’t Just Hear — Listen!

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At the Transfiguration, Peter wanted to preserve the moment, but God redirected him to the mission. Jesus is not merely one voice among many. He is the beloved Son, and our task is to listen — and obey. Continue reading →

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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 – Saturday, April 18, 2026: What Would You Sacrifice?

Posted on April 18, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Mary gave what others considered far too valuable to lose, yet Jesus called it beautiful. The real question is not what her jar cost — but what we would willingly place before Him. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, February 6, 2026: What Do We Worship?

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 115 Their idols are silver and gold, the work of human hands. They have mouths, but do not speak; eyes, but do not see. Psalm 115:4-5 Reflect Rick was bored. The Sunday night youth meeting was almost over, … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, January 29, 2026: God Is Worthy of Our Praise

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 47 Clap your hands, all peoples!     Shout to God with loud songs of joy! Job 32:4 Reflect When I was a teenager, I one day discovered that there were people who actually spent all of their time making … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, January 2, 2026: Getting Close Causes Change

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 27:32-44 As they went out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. They compelled this man to carry his cross. Matthew 27:32 Reflect Simon was new in town, having just arrived for the festival. It was … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 30, 2025: Be the Mustard Seed

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 13:31-34 He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, December 29, 2025: Where is Your Mission Field?

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Acts 1:1-11 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”Acts 1:8  Reflect Imagine that you’re a Christian missionary. You’ve … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, December 28, 2025: Facts Lead to Truth

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 8:21-32 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”John 8:31-32 Reflect In … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, December 27, 2025: Listening at the End of Your Rope

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read John 6:60-71 Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life…” John 6:68 Reflect There’s something to be said for being completely desperate and having nowhere to turn. People who have … Continue reading →

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