Translated from the Dead Sea Scrolls (OK, not really):

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 1 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"And so it was that Jesus was called into His Father's Office." Unemployment 1:3 Father? I've called you in here because the whole "dying for man's sins" thing has not worked out as well as I hoped. In fact, there has been a 52% per capita increase in the number of unrepentent sinners, not to mention the Crusades, the Inquisition, and that whole thing about priests molesting children... I'm afraid I'm going to have to let you go.

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 2 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"And thus the seat at the right hand of the Father was sold on eBay for $35." Unemployment 2:7 Lord! Hi. I've just been canned. Jesus Christ! That can't be true! Don't worry, you've still got the Virgin Mary, the Apostles, all the Angels and Saints -- plenty of people to pray to. Then, why are you here in church? I'm cleaning out some of my stuff. This used to be my house, you know.

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 3 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"Jobless and penniless, He decended into Hell." Unemployment 3:16 Well, I've looked over your resume, and I must say, it's very impressive. And? I don't have any openings right now. I don't need much. I'm also a fully qualified carpenter, you know. Do you see any houses down here?

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 4 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"Above his head He placed the written plea for work: WILL SAVE FOR FOOD." Unemployment 4:12 How's the begging going, Jesus? Pretty good, actually. People have been very generous. I think it's because of the wounds. Really?!

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 5 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"And thus Jesus, Son of God, was given His job back on the third day." Unemployment 5:24 I'm back! You got your job back, Lord? That's wonderful! Yep, at double my old salary, too! How did you manage that? Turns out there was a clause in my contract about a "second coming"... Ah!

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Life is a lot like getting mugged; you get your kicks, you take your punches, and when it's over, someone else gets your cash.

Damn five comic rule!

The Book of Unemployment, Chapter 6 by Bargaintuan 2-16-03

"And thus Jesus came to be back in the employment of God the Father, and it was good." Unemployment 6:16 It's great to be back. Well, I didn't really have a choice. It was either hire you back as a regular employee now or as an independent contractor on Judgement Day... ...and we both know how expensive THAT would be. Well, I'd better get back to work saving souls, then. Oh, on the way out, send Mohammed in here. I need to have a few words with him...

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Life is a lot like getting mugged; you get your kicks, you take your punches, and when it's over, someone else gets your cash.

Brilliant.

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"You cannot lick the system. You can, however, fondle it."

Might I suggest posting only one of the series, or only the first and last of the series?

Maybe do links in place of the middle of the series, which is what I plan to do (though it's probably a lot of work).

That just helped you make my favourites list.

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Please remember to spay and neuter your elected representatives.

Nicely done, especially Chapter 4.

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...Trot and Cap'n Bill were free from anxiety and care. Button-Bright never worried about anything. The Scarecrow, not being able to sleep, looked out of the window and tried to count the stars.

Excellent! I agree with fuzz-o about #4, but #5 was my favorite.

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peddling the funny around since 09/24/2002

You really ARE funny.

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Ham-fisted ham fisting.

Well, the secret is to have the whole thing mapped out before you write 'em. I came up with the general story, and kinda filled in the jokes as I went. Chapters three and four were the last bits I came up with, since they aren't really integral to the story. I didn't even have a joke for chapter three until I wrote the first two panels. And chapter four started from the sign, "WILL SAVE FOR FOOD", and evolved from there. There are a few things I could have done better, but I'm happy with it, overall.

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Life is a lot like getting mugged; you get your kicks, you take your punches, and when it's over, someone else gets your cash.