The first man was a hard worker. Always ready to help and with a record of good service to thousands. Wherever he was, he pitched in and gave of himself.

Some said, "What a fool! Everyone takes advantage of him."

The second man was a friendly, cheerful optimist. Laughter and smiles were always his daily gift. Misfortune came and went and he laughed them off. His friendship was for everyone. He even complimented his enemies, unaware of their scorn.

Some said, "He doesn't realize he is making a fool of himself. He is just as happy as though he had good sense."

And the third man loved to share his counsel and his experiences. He told of his adventures and pointed out his mistakes and gave away his substance, just for the sake of friendship.

Some said, "He is a fool! Who cares about his experiences. His friends won't pay his bills later on and why let others know you made mistakes. Friendship is short-lived."

The fourth man was called wise. He planned well. He invested wisely. He amassed a fortune. He kept his opinions to himself. People were amazed at his wealth. He said little and kept his secrets to himself. He died and the wolves gathered to divide his spoil.

They said, "He was a shrewd man! No one ever took advantage of him."

The three fools heard Jesus say, "Inasmuch as ye did it unto the least of these."

WAS THE WISE MAN REALLY WISE?