[Author's Note: This particular drama was influenced by a story I vaguely remember from Sunday School told nearly a half century ago. I like situations which cross age lines, so I was glad when I had a chance to tell a story about Jesus as a boy. I think it would lend itself to having a young boy take part.]

Characters:
Commentator
Joseph
Jesus
Stranger

Commentator: It has been a hot day, as one might expect this time of year in the Holy Land. Joseph and his son Jesus are back from the gate where they have spent the two hottest hours of the day, talking with the men.

Joseph: Now when you've got that sanded really smooth, I want you to rub it with your hands. Okay?

Jesus: Okay. Dad, those men really got into an argument over wages, didn't they?

Joseph: They certainly did. I noticed you…