JIMA
Episode 1: The Hunter's Reputation

The sun had barely risen over the village of Akpala, casting a warm glow over the thatched roofs and the bustling town square. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the sound of birds chirping. JIMA, the renowned hunter, was already up and about, preparing for another day in the forest. His reputation as a brave and skilled hunter had spread far and wide, and the villagers would often gather around him to listen to tales of his exploits.

JIMA was a tall, muscular man with a strong jawline and piercing brown eyes. His dark skin glistened with a subtle sheen, a testament to his many hours spent in the sun. He wore a leather loincloth and carried a bow and quiver of arrows slung over his shoulder. His four dogs, each with their unique abilities, were loyal companions and an integral part of his hunting team.

There was Agba, the strongest of the four, who could take down a lion with ease; Eme, the fastest, who could run and jump over walls as high as 10 feet; Nwoke, the sniffer, who could detect the slightest scent from afar; and finally, there was Okpara, the cleverest of them all, who could outsmart even the most cunning of prey. As JIMA prepared to head out into the forest, the villagers began to stir. The elderly women would smile and nod in greeting, their faces creasing with age and wisdom. The younger ones would watch with wide eyes, fascinated by JIMA's tales of adventure and bravery.

An elephant and a dog became pregnant at the same time. Three months later, the dog gave birth to six puppies. Six months after that, she was pregnant again, and nine months later, she gave birth to another dozen puppies. This pattern continued for some time.

Eighteen months later, the dog approached the elephant and asked, "Are you sure you're pregnant? We conceived on the same day. I've already given birth to a dozen puppies three times, and you're still expecting! What's going on?"

The elephant calmly replied, “There’s something important I need you to understand. What I carry isn’t a puppy; it’s an elephant. I only give birth once every two years, but when my baby touches the earth, the world will feel it. When it crosses a street, people will stop and stare in awe. What I carry is powerful and majestic."

She continued, “Don’t lose faith. When you see others receiving their rewards quickly, don’t feel jealous if yours hasn’t come yet. Don’t despair. Instead, remind yourself, 'My time is coming. And when it does, people will be amazed.'"

MORAL:
God’s timing is perfect. Everything comes when it is meant to—never too soon, never too late, but always at the right moment.