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  • Writer's pictureJoseph Ola
    • May 30, 2012
    • 13 min read

FIne Girl, Beware!!!



“FINE GIRL”, BEWARE…




YOU ARE LOOKING GOOD… BUT BEWARE!!!… BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE.

She’s just 13. Brought up in a Christian family. Her Dad is the Senior Pastor of Oaks Tabernacle. She’s a part of the Teens’ Choir. She loves singing. She loves writing. She loves smiling. She loves nature. She’s just a good girl. Oh! Her name? She’s Sara.

But Peter. Peter is 17. He attends the same school with Sara. Peter is in the Senior High; Sara is in the Junior High. And one more thing – they attend the same church. Peter’s Dad is also a Pastor—the Assistant Pastor of Oaks Tabernacle. Peter is handsome – any girl will know that without much assessment. And you need to see Peter on sax. The last time he sustained his breath on sax for like 3 minutes, Sara had to fix her gaze steadfastly on the youngster. She was overwhelmed by this great talent which Peter has. She respects Peter for this.

But I need not be silent about how that Peter silently respected Sara. Peter was a silent admirer – admiring from a distant. A kind of an aficionado. I could remember a day like that – I was coming from the children’s chapel and I was moving towards the mission house. But while I passed by the church, I saw a young man tip-toeing to the side entrance of the tabernacle. I heard a sonorous voice rehearsing a solo. It was Sara’s. And guess who was tip-toeing to the side entrance to stealthily watch the lady indoors rehearse? You guessed right. It was Peter. I did like I saw no one and walked past briskly.

I respect them both, too. And I know they could be a nice combination for a Mum and Dad role in a drama. And perhaps, a good combination for the life investment called marriage.

All these happened last year.

But permit me to tell you that the story is now a different story. Sara, now 15, is heavy with child. She’s presently not in school – she’s at home. She doesn’t sit with the choristers again – she sits among the women in the back pews. She doesn’t take solos again – she sings “a dirge” on daily basis. She doesn’t smile again – she weeps. Not only because she’s pregnant but because she disappointed her parents. She misrepresented the church. She failed so many people. How did it all happen – within 15 months!? Hear Sara retell her story in her own words:

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“I’d just finished taking a special number in our last youth convention. It was a solo and Wao! – It was lovely. I personally felt this awesome feeling while taking the solo. By the time I brought the solo to a close, the whole church was already on their feet. Some lay on the floor weeping and praying. Some others lifted up their hands to God, pleading for mercies. It was a wonderful ministration. And guess who spiced it all up with Davidic skills on the sax? You guessed right again. It was Peter. After the meeting, Peter came to me where I was sitting awaiting my Mum who had been busy attending to some of the “Good Women” of the church. Then he talked “that was not a bad performance – you know?” “Thanks” I simply responded with a broad smile. Then he smiled back, too. He proceeded and asked “And have you ever perceived that God has got great plans for you in this music ministry?” Then I paused for a moment and then responded “What do you mean?” At that point, he took his seat on the pew opposite mine such that he was facing me, sitting with his legs crossed. I was wearing a “dinner gown” but it wasn’t that long so I had to adjust my sitting posture so that Peter is not seeing “anything” that he’s not meant to see. Then he talked further. “You see, Sara, I’d always had this great dream of playing sax around the world to bless the name of God and to minister healing to the people. And as you stood on that stage today to take the solo, I got this conviction that you will be just the kind of ministry partner I’d always prayed for. I don’t know if you really understand what I’m trying to pass across”. Then I cut in “I think I got your point quite well. But as you know, I’m still in school. I don’t even know what Dad and Mum will say about such stuff. I mean there is still a long way to go if that were to be a reality.” Having said that, he bent forward as though trying to stand up, and then he said “I understand perfectly. You don’t just worry. I just feel like letting you know what is on my mind. We’ll still see and talk more.” Then just as he stood up to take his leave, he brought his mouth close to my ears and whispered a simple statement – “You are looking good”. I smiled and said thanks. But deep within me, I was much happier. It was as if I’d never heard that statement all my life. When we got back home, guess what was the first thing I did – I rushed to my sister’s room to have a look at myself again. And I smiled at my image in the mirror. Just then, my eldest sister came in. She smiled at me and asked – “What are you looking at?” Guess what was my response? I asked her a question – “Am I not looking good?” She laughed as she made a statement I should learn from. She said “And are you just discovering that for the first time?” Ever since that Sunday, I’d had this strange desire to always want to be around Peter. To cut the story short, one evening, I told my mum that I was going to play with Elizabeth – Peter’s sis-ter. And I left. When I got to their place, unfortunately, Eliz wasn’t at home – but fortunately, Peter was. Unfortunately, Peter was the only one at home – but fortunately, he still welcomed me and made me feel at home. I was wearing a short skirt and a fitted top. He was wearing a v-neck and a three-quarter jeans. He was actually doing some rehearsals on the keyboard when I came in. so he went into the kitchen while I lay on the rug to play the keyboard. He stealthily walked in and kept on looking at my “rear” when I suddenly looked back and he gave me a big appreciated smile and cut in “Have you been learning the keyboard before?” “Why did you ask?” I asked back trying to get myself composed again. “Those chords you are playing are too complex for someone just handling the keyboard for the first time” he explained further. “Then you guessed right” I replied and with that brought the conversation to a close. He handed me a tumbler and filled it with some apple juice. As I took the first sip, he went on and said “Has any one ever told you that you are beautiful?…as in…your eyes…your nose…your lips…your gol-den black hair…everything is just superb”. At that point I must confess, my head began to swell and he never stopped as he kept on down pouring some romantic rhymes and he kept on coming closer. I was too ecstatic to catch those words in my memory but it was as if those words were working wonders on my body – in and out! Then suddenly, his lips located mine and…he kissed me. That was exactly where I lost my guard. And before I knew it he had me. I never believed I could be deflowered so cheaply. And after the whole thing, we became Adam and Eve. Our eyes were then kinda opened…but it was too late. He gave me some contraceptive pills which I used… but it was too late. He gave me a douche…but it was too late. I wept…but it was too late. I dressed up and looked innocent again…but it was too late. I went back home to pick up my books and continued my preparation for my “A-Levels”…but it was too late…”

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Let’s cut Sara short before she begins to weep over this screen.

Did you learn the lesson?

I’d come to realize that most of the times that “we” ladies sell out ourselves so cheaply, it’s just because one guy came and tell us things we ought to know – but which we tend to have forgotten.

“You are looking good”…and so what? You should have always known that (See Psa 139:14).

“You are beautiful”… and so? Should that be new to you? (See Psa 139:14).

“You are the one that makes my world go around”…says who? What makes you think he hasn’t said the same thing to ten ladies last week?

Let not those words unnecessarily disrupt your internal physiology and metabolism.

You need wisdom.

I’ll leave you with this verse – Prov 7:4,5 from four different Bible translations.

Let wisdom be your sister and make common sense your closest friend. They will protect you from the flattering words of a strange man – (Contemporary English Version. Words in italics mine) Treat wisdom as your sister, and insight as your closest friend. They will keep you away from other men, from men with seductive words. – (Good News Bible. Words in italics mine) Talk to Wisdom as to a sister. Treat Insight as your companion. They’ll be with you to fend off the Tempter– that smooth-talking, honey-tongued Seducer. – (The Message) Say to wisdom, “You are my sister.” Give the name “my relative” to understanding in order to guard yourself from an adulterer, from a loose man with his smooth talk. (God’s Word Version)

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Then, here is the concluding part of the Sara’s story: I FINALLY WOKE UP FROM MY DREAM. Then I discovered there was actually no Sara. No Peter. No Oaks Tabernacle. No sax. No solos. No re-hearsals. No juice. No kisses. No sex. No….. It was all a dream.

But who knows? The Sara might just be you. And the Peter might just be that guy with a baritone voice that called you on extra-cool last night.

Just beware. Indeed, you are looking good. But beware. Before it’s too late.

OLA, Joseph Kolawole.

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I wrote this on December 1, 2008 while doing my I.T. at a medical laboratory and a 14-yr old damsel came in for “Pregnancy Test”…and alas! She tested positive! Teenagers out there, beware.





Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ Dunsin: …wt happened next?…after waking up frm d dream?…or afta writing ds piece?…or afta reading ds?Wt happened next was dt…I COMMENTED ON D COMMENT: “what happened next”



Emmanuel Oluwatomisin Afolayaninspirational. You’re still that great writer I have always known.



Ola Joseph Kolawole ‎@ Emman: U? Do U think I’d forgiven U for coming beating me to 2nd place in the city-wide Essay Competition we did together on May 27 2004? (lol………joking.)



Emmanuel Oluwatomisin Afolayanmaybe that was just Psalm 119:99 in action. You remain the teacher



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ Emman: lol……very funny.



Oyeleke Mary Oluwadunsinpastor wen i wrote d previous comments i neva knew i had nt finishd d story line. This story is nt just touching bt blessing. I’m alwayz trippd wt d way u pass across ur msgs & ur composin ability. Rili tapin 4rm dt. I wont mind if i can get a hard copy just 2 go ova. Just kip enjoyin dat baba as he kips inspirin u. Cares…



Ola Joseph Kolawole ‎@ Dunsin: Ur face has actually bn scarce. Or is it mine dt has bn? I’ll get U a hard copy…if U so desire. Thanx 4 d comments…GOD BLESS.



Oluwasola Akinsanyatouching story



Fanimokun GbengaHOPE THIS BOOK IS IN STORES NATINWIDE ALREADY………this is a masterpiece……..more grace and spiritual wisdom for u.bless u



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ G Fani: D-G-FANI…thanx for d prayers. Really missing U. When will U show in Ife?



Fanimokun Gbengajust a matter of moments……….



Just showed dis 2 my family members @ rehearsal. U cud imagin wot deir rxns were lyk b4, inbtw & afta readin it. Waoh… No doubt dey wer ministrd 2. I dont mind 2 get d soft copy, gues d hard copy wil cost u much. …See more



Just showed dis 2 my family members @ rehearsal. U cud imagin wot deir rxns were lyk b4, inbtw & afta readin it. Waoh… No doubt dey wer ministrd 2. I dont mind 2 get d soft copy, gues d hard copy wil cost u much. …See more



Ola Joseph Kolawole ‎@ Dunsin: U keep making me feel…thanx all d same. All d best in Ur last paper…as d ship comes to d shore…hmm…



Adebisi OludeU.S!U R JUST TOO LOADED..AL OF GOD IN UR FINAL EXAMS



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ Debisi: when I read dt 2-lettered word “U.S”, it dawned on me how long ago it was wen I heard dt coded name last. When will U show 4 ds our side? Queen, we’re missing U……….



Olaitan Lanre-AdelakunA very good write-up swtheart. Almost left tears in my eyes. pls don’t let it end here. Someone desperately needs it beside you. I bless you frm my heart sir. He will increase you in wisdom, and make you a solution to your world. God bless you sir.



Ireti Hassana TemituroWat a wonderful write up. God wil increase mooooore



Lanre AdelakunKola, this is a good piece. More wisdom and grace from above to do more of this. It’s the same way Eve was deceived – by being told what she was already.Let’s get this message to as many as we can, and like Jude said; “…pull them out of the fire…”. God’s grace and favour in your exams.



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ lanre: pastor lanre…thanx 4 d post…and d exam wishes. almost thru…jst 2 more…see ya sn sir.



Olaleye AdedoyinWonderful, Waoh! so touching… Pastor you too much! so talented, am happy i added you as a friend on facebook.



Ayoola Olusade EniolaPls i need your books and don’t forget ma gift a’ite? Pray for me okay? Ma jamb is tomorrow.



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@ Sade, jamb is settled. Go and claim Ur right…SUCCESS!





Funmi Soares OgunleyeSo touching. This ministered to me today in such a special way.



Precious MatthewOh my God! Bro kola, those are inspirational words there. GOD PLS SAVE MY SOUL!



Emma George AnyikaI can’t even believe these, you are so educational, inspirational, spiritually loaded, touching lives, so brave, an short of words. I love that, very good of you. Keep it on.



Temilola Kofoworola SobolaTHIS IS FANTASTIC. THUMBS UP!!



Ola Joseph Kolawole Thank U all… I know we’re getting there more and more by His grace:)@funmi and tope: hmmm:) It is well. @Daniel: at ds Ur age and marital status, U’re still speaking “felted”…lol @George and Temilola: Thanx Pals:)



Omobolanle Toluwani Olaleye Wow, d message was superb, it’s related to wot av bin seeing around me 4 3days now. Hmmn, God of yesterday, is stil d same 2day…. D anointin on u wil nt dry off. Weldone…… I like it.



Akosile Silven Toby<sniff>, <sniff>. I remember reading it when we were at home, before I went back home. It touched me then. It did again. The message’s so clear anybody it concerns can see their reflection in it perfectly, if not more. Spot on. A very complete stuff.



Ola Joseph Kolawole‎@COUSIN: I remember that day too. I think I sent a copy to Toroti too. Trust U’re doing good, too. Miss U Bro.



Akosile Silven TobyMiss you lots too and yes, I’m good too.



Abisola Shabiwonderful…..can i get a hard copy.God increase your wisdom bank in Jesus name.



Ola Joseph KolawoleAmen! And yes, U can just highlight the text, copy it and paste it in a Microsoft Word doc such that you can print it out. Trust U’re doing good too? Keep enjoying God!




This is the first time I’ve ever bordered to read this. The way and manner the message is being passed, its incredible. Thanks for making my day pastor.its blessing adding you as a friend.




This is the first time I’ve ever bordered to read this. The way and manner the message is being passed, its incredible. Thanks for making my day pastor. Its a blessing adding you as a friend



Ola Joseph KolawolePastor Ope! Good to hear frm U! Longest time! How’s work, family, relationship, ministry,etc? Thanx 4 d comment sir. I’m also glad to be Ur friend sir:-)



Ayeni Omoniyi OluwagbemigaNot surprised about the writings and the accolades. Recognized it long time and have kept on praying that His will to make you a reference point in the literary world will surely come to pass. David was fished out of the wilderness. Your revelation is around the corner. Meanwhile, have you finished Youth service? Keep me posted, cheers.



Ola Joseph Kolawole Thanx Dad. I say a big AMEN to those words frm d heart! I’m not yet through wt service. I’ll finish by next yr February. How’s work sir? And thanx for the other day sir. My regards to everyone in d zone.



this is a master piece. It’s gospel in the most beautiful of words. A tragedy with a happy ending. So is Jesus death. I luv dz. Any one can relate 2 it. We all av those feelings; the butteflies in d belly kinda thing… but wht we do wt dm …See more



Ola Joseph Kolawole ‎@Pas Olumide: U did a GR8ER JOB wt Ur comment…trust me:-) How’re U sir? Quite a while!



Afolabi Olumide‎10ks fwend. I very fine sir.



Woh! Can ignorance ever b an excuse (at any level in life)? The spirit of God makes us 2 know d gifts dat have been freely given un2 us 1 cor2:11 n guides us in2 all truth (including our beauty-ps139:14) Jn 16:13. As teenagers, An early sta…See more



Arum Godisgreat ChijinduKola u too much!!! But then, beware too… lol



Ola Joseph Kolawole ‎@ Doyin: hmmm. Sabo Rabi indeed:-) Gr8 words U’ve got there, Dear. U just extended d boundaries of d blessings of ds write-up! Many thanks! @ GodisGR8: noted sir! When a man knows wt can make him fail, his success becomes more guaranteed:-) (D dream is true sir! Goodnews is here again).



Adedoyin Adeniran ‎@Rabbi tnks but no tnks 4 d flatter… @GIG we can’t wait 4 d good news!



Awoleye AdeolaLovely story,a story 4 all gurls, nice 1



Gift OkpakoWhat a marvelous previledge for me to v crossed paths wit u, to know u, u r a wonderful blessing to us. God wil continue to favor u n like Joseph in d bible, bcos of u, all dose connected to u loved ones n families wȋ̊ℓℓ b blessed.dis GIFT wil overflow on all of us.IJN. I thank God for u

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