Two weeks ago, at a conference at Christian Life Assembly, an entertaining skit was performed. The title was, ‘’the unnoticed.” I loved the whole play and I wanted to share it with you in another related version. Once upon a time there was a rich king who had four wives. He loved the fourth wife the most and adorned her with rich robes and treated her to the finest delicacies. He gave her nothing but the best. He also loved the third wife very much and showed her off to the neighbouring kingdoms. However, he feared that one day she would leave him for another man. He also loved his second wife. She was his confidant and she was always kind, considerate and patient with him. Whenever the king faced a problem, he confided in her and got through his difficult times. The king’s first wife was a very loyal partner and had made great contributions in maintaining his wealth and kingdom. However, he did not love the first wife even though she loved him deeply; he hardly took notice of her. One day, the King was very ill and he knew that his time was short. So, he asked the 4th wife, «I have loved you the most, endowed you with the finest clothing and showered great care over you. Now that I’m dying, will you follow me and keep me company?» «No way!» replied the 4th wife and she walked away without another word. Her answer cut like a sharp knife right into his heart.The sad king asked the third wife, “I have loved you all my life. Now that I’m dying, will you follow me and keep me company?” “No!” replied the 3rd wife. «Life is too good! When you die, I am going to remarry!” His heart sank and turned cold.He then asked the 2nd wife, “I have always turned to you for help and you’ve always been there for me. When I die, will you follow me and keep me company?” “I’m sorry, I can’t help you out this time!” replied the 2nd wife. “The best I can do is sending you to your grave.” Her answer came like a bolt of lightning and the King was devastated. Then a voice called out: “I’ll stay with you and follow you no matter where you go.” The king looked up and there was his first wife. She was so skinny, because she suffered from malnutrition. Greatly grieved the King said, “I should have taken better care of you when I had a chance!” Lessons to learn The 4th wife is our BODY. No matter how much time and effort we lavish in making it look great, it’ll leave us when we die. The 3rd wife is our POSSESSIONS, STATUS and WEALTH. When we die, it will all go to others. The 2nd wife is our FAMILY and friends. No matter how much they have been there for us, the furthest they can stay by us is up to the grave. The 1st wife is our SOUL, often neglected in pursuit of wealth, power and pleasures of the ego. However, our Soul is the only thing that will follow us wherever we go. So cultivate, strengthen and cherish it now! It is your greatest gift to offer the world. This story blesses me and encourages me to know my priorities! Life is made of choices and your choices will determine your future. jamiefrings@yahoo.com
