The Dating Game

Characters:

Wink (Wink)

Candy (Bachelorette)

Jesus (Bachelor #1)

Lucifer (Bachelor #2)

Moses (Bachelor #3)

Props:

4 stools

½ wall divider (between bachelors and bachelorette)

3 roses (1 red, black, and yellow)

Wardrobe suggestions:

Jesus - a light colored suit, wooden cross around his neck

Lucifer - dark suit and red tie, devil horns

Moses - dark suit, hold a staff

Wink:  Welcome to today’s edition of ‘The Dating Game’.  Before we meet our bachelors, lets meet our bachelorette for today.  Candy is 23, and works as an elementary school teacher.  Her hobbies are deep sea diving and works during the summer as a church camp leader.  Welcome Candy!

Candy: Thanks Wink, glad to be here.

Wink:  Take a seat and let’s begin.

Candy:  Bachelor #1, if you could be any animal, who would you want to be and why?

Jesus:  I would be a dove.  The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit.

Candy:  Not what I expected, but OK. (pause)  Bachelor #2?

Lucifer:  I am a snake.  I slither close to the ground, hiding in places where you can’t find me.  I eat those smaller and weaker than me, and stand fierce and mighty to those who attempt to challenge me.

Candy:  It sounds like you’ve had a lot of time to think about this.  How about you Bachelor #3?

Moses: I would be a lizard.  There survive in the bleakest of conditions, living in the hot desert sand.

Candy: Bachelor #2, If you were a road sign, what would you be and why?

Lucifer: Slipper When Wet!  I’m dangerous baby!!  But isn’t that what you want?  Some excitement, fun?

Candy:  You know what they say, ‘girls just wanna have fun!’.  Bachelor #3?

Moses: Caution, Deer Crossing. Be weary, life will throw you obstacles in your way.  One must be alert and ever mindful on our journey.

Candy:  You sound more cautious than Bachelor #2.  Bachelor #1, what about you?

Jesus: Caution – Rough Road Ahead.  Life will challenge you, presenting not only the smooth but also some bumpy roads; making you appreciate those smooth moments.

Candy:  You sound pretty reflective there Bachelor #1.  Bachelor #3, if you were a pair of shoes, what would you be and why?

Moses:  Platform shoes.  I went to make myself appear taller though I don’t like to draw much attention to myself.

Candy:  OK  (pause), how about you Bachelor #1?

Jesus:  Sandals.  They are comfortable, not flashing, providing the support and protection you need.

Candy:  Sounds sensible.  Bachelor #2, what type of shoes are you?

Lucifer:  Red cowboy boots.  I like to draw attention to myself and kick up my heels, and cause a little trouble.  (smiles….)

Candy: I like gifts.  Bachelor #1, what gift would you give me and why?

Jesus:  I don’t believe in earthly possessions.  I would instead give you the gift of love and compassion.  These are more precious than any stone.

Candy:  But that won’t fit into my jewelry box.  How about you Bachelor #2?

Lucifer:  Fruit.  I love to tempt with delicious, juicy fruits.  Apples are my favorite.

Candy:  Fruit is good, but it can spoil over time.  Bachelor #3?

Moses:  I would give you a lamp, to help you find your way and help you focus on what is ahead.

Candy:  Well it’s not a very exciting gift, but not as lame as the others mentioned.  Describe for me your perfect date.  Bachelor #2, let’s start with you.

Lucifer:  I would take you to Miami, where’s it hot baby!  We would bask in the warm sun on the beach, sipping on champagne and eating hot tomalleys.  I like it hot, hot, hot!!

Candy:  Well, you had me till the tomalleys.  Bachelor #3, where would we go?

Moses:  I would take you to Arizona, out to the warm desert, and watch the sun set.  We would pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the beauty of our surrondings.

Candy:  Doesn’t sound to bad…, Bachelor #1, how about you?

Jesus:  I would take you on a long walk, along a serene path, where we could talk about the meaning of life.  We would feast on wine, bread, and fish.  A light meal, but very satisfying and filling.

Candy:  Sounds intriguing. 

Wink:  Well, we’ve come to that time when you have to make a decision, is it going to be Bachelor #1, Bachelor #2, or Bachelor #3?

Candy:  Well, Bachelor #3 sounded OK, but nothing to write home about, if you know what I mean.  Bachelor #2 sounded very interesting and exciting, but something tells me Dad wouldn’t approve.  In the end, I think Bachelor #1 has what I’m looking for.

Wink:  Bachelor #1, come out and meet our Bachelorette for today.   Candy, you selected Jesus for your date.  Jesus works full-time as a minister of God’s word.  (Jesus walks up to Candy and places the cross around her neck and gives her a red rose.)  Now let’s meet the two bachelors you didn’t select.  Lucifer, Bachelor #2 (Lucifer gives Candy a black rose) or Moses, Bachelor #3 (Moses gives Candy a yellow rose).

Candy and Jesus, as you two know, we will pay for your first date.  Hopefully all goes well, and you can join us back here and give us all the juicy details.  That’s all for now folks.  Join us next week for the Dating Game!