Carl Lance

They Did…

I used to pick my grandchildren up when they were younger and as soon as they got in my car one (or two) of them would start telling me what the other had done wrong. I would ask why they did it and hear “they did it too” or “they did something to me.” After …

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Take The Upgrade!

I saw it on one of those lists telling people how to enjoy your life. I’m sure it is good for special occasions, but not always. If all you need is a place to sleep for a night, why spend extra to have nicer furniture, fancy soap and real dishes in your hotel room? Many …

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Wanted: Broken People!

Over the years I have watched as new people come to the Churches I’ve attended, and I rejoiced to see them there. Even though the Churches need people to support the ministries and outreaches, that’s not the reason I wanted them to join us. Yes, tithes and offerings are important to pay the bills and …

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They Forgot

     This is the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attack in the US and it is all over the internet.  Though I am thankful for the memorial services and efforts to bring it to our attention, it has been forgotten by most Americans.      They forgot their feelings as they watched planes filled with …

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My Calendar

I don’t remember when I first realized how great a calendar was. I mean one of those good ones that had a new picture each month and Holidays in red, which meant I got off from school. It had interesting stuff, like the day something big happened or a famous person was born. I watched …

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