What might have been

I found this “ad” in a 1990-91 Sunday School Helps and Hints brochure.For SaleOne Cross – almost new, too heavy, cramps my lifestyle in keeping up with the world and its pleasures. One Talent – slightly shelf-worn and a little rusty. Used very little in the past few months.One Bundle of Seldom-used Christian Opportunities – among these, one brand-new set of neglected Sunday evening service opportunities – these were brand new and never taken out of the wrapper. You’ll be surprised when you see how nice they appear.One Badly Used Christian Influence — well cared for and used many years; now in need of repair. Buyer must be able to restore and more wisely use it. Can be invaluable to right person.Anyone interested in the above items may be able to see and examine them at anytime in the basement of house on the corner of Careless Avenue and Neglect Street.In a prayer meeting, a woman testified with tears streaming down her face — concerning “what might have been.

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