Please and Thank You

Four individuals standing together. They do not interact. Jesus enters and approaches one of them, holding out a beautifully wrapped present.

INCREDULOUS: (shocked, unhappy to see Jesus). What are you giving me this for? I don't even believe in you! (Storms out.)

Jesus sadly watches this person leave. He turns to the next person and enthusiastically offers his gift with both hands.

INACCESSIBLE: (surprised, annoyed at having been interrupted by Jesus). What are you giving me this for? Can't you see I'm busy? (Hurries out.)

Jesus sadly watches this person leave. He turns to the next person and enthusiastically offers his gift with both hands.

INSECURE: (startled, afraid of what Jesus is offering). What are you giving me this for? I might drop it? (Scurries out.)

Jesus sadly watches this person leave. He turns to the last remaining person (a child) and enthusiastically offers his gift with both hands.

CHILD: (delighted, excited to be receiving such a beautiful gift). Thank you!

Jesus gets down on one knee and gently places a hand on the child's shoulder.

(Reading from offstage.)

INCREDULOUS: "Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs." ~Matthew 19:14

INACCESSIBLE: "Come, you that are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world." ~Matthew 25:34

INSECURE: "Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom." ~Luke 12:32

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