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1. You and The Law

Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 5:17-20

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... and I plowed right into him. It was an accident. I couldn't help it. That's why they call them accidents, because you can't help ... Marge: You wouldn't have had the accident if you would have been paying attention. Dave: I was paying attention. Marge: Paying attention to what? To what? Dave: Well, he shouldn't have stopped in front of me like that. Marge: What were you doing when you hit that car? Dave: What was he doing right in the middle of the street? Marge: Why didn't you see him stop? What were ...

2. God, The Holy Spirit

Acts 2:1-13

Drama

Jerry Eckert

... 's neat. No one pays that much attention to us. They like having us around, if we are quiet and don't ask too many questions. And does the older generation need to be questioned!!! Field Announcer: Do you think it will make a difference if they do pay attention to you? Youth: Certainly. Field Announcer: Because you have all the answers by the Holy Spirit? Youth: No way! See, we live in this world, too. And we are dumb about some things, so adults don't trust us to be smart about anything. But we are smart ...

3. Christmas Eve at Angel School

Luke 2:1-7

Drama

Lois Anne DeLong

... Well, that star helped a little. But, I’ll never forget that night. All Angels: (ad libs) Well, what happened? What star? Tell us the story! Teacher Angel: Okay, okay. But I’m going to need some help. (points to 3rd, 4th, and 5th Angels) Now, really pay attention to what we tell you, and we just might be able to show you what happened on that special night. (The three Angels move to the other side of the platform. Each holds a Bible.) Teacher Angel: (reading from Bible) And it came to pass in those days ...

4. Paul, The Great Missionary

Philippians 1:1-11

Drama

Jerry Eckert

... you have a different attitude, God will make this clear to you. However that may be, let us go forward according to the same rules we have followed until now. "Keep on imitating me, my brothers and sisters. We have set the right example for you, so pay attention to those who follow it." (Philippians 3:10-17) Announcer: So we will, our elder brother and friend. Any more orders for us to consider? Paul: "Dear friends, as you always obeyed me when I was with you, it is even more important that you obey me now ...

5. The One Who Made His Cross

Drama

Production Notes "The One Who Made His Cross" may be presented at a worship service of the congregation, or it may be produced in an area of the church building where more elaborate staging is a possibility. In the second case, it may well be that the drama would be offered as a program rather than a worship segment. Characters may costume themselves in first-century attire. While costumes are not required, they will add to the effectiveness of the presentation. Appendix 1 provides a suggested stage ...

6. Past / Future

Mark 1:35-39, Mark 1:29-34

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Only Jesus can free us from our hurtful past. Summary: Leo, a young man in business, is liked and encouraged by his manager, but he has some hang-ups: his mother and father are still controlling him -- so much so that he can't relate to others. Playing Time: 4 minutes Setting: A business office Props: Two ropes Computer printout Costumes: Joel, Leo -- business suits Momma and Poppa -- casual Time: The present Cast: Joel -- the manager Leo -- works for Joel Momma Poppa JOEL: (ENTERS ALONG WITH LEO. ...

7. The Word Made Flesh

Luke 2:1-7

Drama

Lois Anne DeLong

Characters (in order of appearance) Father (Aaron) Benjamin Esther Mother Rebecca Ruth Joseph Mary Innkeeper (Daniel) Innkeeper’s Wife Leah Innkeeper’s Child 1 Innkeeper’s Child 2 First Shepherd Second Shepherd Third Shepherd Props Two tables Four chairs Door Scrolls Broom Pitcher of water Glasses Tray with food and bowls on it Blanket Towel Manger Star Notes This play draws together ancient prophecies from the book of Isaiah and the birth of Jesus, showing how his coming was a fulfillment of those ...

8. Pilate's Sign

Drama

Jerry Eckert

Comment: Before I got started telling story sermons and dramatizing Bible stories at the church I was serving, I was invited to take part in a Good Friday ecumenical service. Instead of the Seven Last Words, we were asked to preach on the "Seven Other Words." I was assigned "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews." At the time, our city had a rash of police brutality incidents. One in particular had caused a great uproar in the city. A young African-American man stopped to see if he could help at the scene of ...

9. Airmail

Luke 3:1-20

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Are we, as Christians, doing what Christ asks us to do everyday or are we content to just be Christians? Summary: Don, an average Christian businessman going through the mail, is throwing out the junk when a letter catches his eye and he begins to read it. It convicts him of his non-involvement in the active Christian life. A monologue. Playing Time: 3 minutes Setting: Don's home Props: Lots of junk mail Costumes: Contemporary, casual Time: The present Cast: Don -- a Christian businessman DON: ( ...

10. Priorities

Luke 9:51-56

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: What are the things that keep people from following Jesus? Why don't people give themselves freely to the Son of God? Summary: The three stooges want to follow Jesus but do not know how. Playing Time: 3 minutes Setting: A church Props: Three Bibles Three hymnals Costumes: Double-breasted suits for stooges Bathrobes for stooges Curly -- Bowler hat Jesus -- Hebrew, first century Time: Now Cast: Jesus Moe Larry Curly (THREE STOOGES THEME PLAYS. LARRY, CURLY AND MOE SING "HELLO" IN THREE-PART HARMONY ...

11. The Diary of Horace Wimp (A Drama about Past Failures)

Drama

Dave Marsh

Director's Notes: No one in their right mind carries around a journal of every past failure they've had but many of us store them up in our heads. We need to realize that any sin is 'remembered no more' and is 'as far as the East is from the West" in God's eyes when we give our lives to him. As far as failures that have nothing to do with sin? Well, we just need to forget them, move on, and enjoy our walk with the Father. (Yes, this is the name of an old ELO song - in case you were wondering and you know ...

12. Paul of Tarsus

2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Drama

Michael L. Sherer

"I am content with persecutions for Christ’s sake ..." 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Characters: Lector Announcer Antagonist Protagonist Participants enter and take their places in the chancel. As they come forward, the congregation sings the hymn "In the Cross of Christ I Glory." When the hymn is completed, the drama begins. LECTOR: I am most happy ... to be proud of any weaknesses, in order to feel the protection of Christ’s power over me. I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and ...

13. Jesus? Where?

Luke 4:14-30

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Why do we come to church? Summary: Frank's taking Ollie to church and Jill is upset because Ollie is a bit slow and always embarrasses her. Ollie asks, "Where is Jesus?" and Frank can't give a sufficient answer. Playing Time: 3 minutes Setting: Church Props: None Costumes: Clothes appropriate for church. Time: The present Cast: Ollie -- a bit slow, Frank -- his friend Jill -- Frank's friend (ALL THREE ARE ENTERING THE SANCTUARY) JILL: I really feel the Lord's presence today. FRANK: Me, too. JILL: It ...

14. Cost Analysis

Luke 6:27-36

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Jesus asks so much of us, but he gave so much for us. Summary: There is a special in the K-Mart cross department. Jesus is there offering crosses but the cost is very high. Playing Time: 3 minutes Setting: K-Mart Props: A portable cart with revolving blue light; crosses, underwear Costumes: Contemporary, casual; Jesus -- robe Time: The present Cast: Announce Jesus Madge -- a shopper Hermie -- her friend ANNOUNCER: Attention, K-Mart shoppers, there is a blue light special in the cross department. If ...

15. Through The Back Door

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: The Power Of Prayer When Christians pray, the forces of evil tremble. This simple production brings forth this very powerful concept in a very unique manner. Setting: Inside of a church Characters:DEVIL: Mature man; he should be forceful and devious, yet smooth in his presentation. He is educated, "one of the guys," someone totally trustworthy, who is able to switch from soft spoken words to anger in the same sentence WOMAN: Mature woman (can also be a man if desired). Non-speaking part. A bright ...

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Drama

David E. Ullery

CAST (in order of appearance) Claudia: The wife of Pontius Pilate, Procurator of Palestine. She has been influenced by Jesus. Rachel: A Jewish servant-girl in Pilate’s household. Joanna: Wife of the chief steward in Herod’s household. She is a follower of Jesus. Pilate: Pontius Pilate, the strong-willed Procurator, symbol of the hated Roman conquerors. Sergius: A Roman soldier, personal body-guard of Pontius Pilate. Caiaphas: Chief Priest and leader of the Jewish Sanhedrin, an evil and crafty man - a ...

17. The Star - Conversations

Matthew 2:1-12

Drama

Dallas A. Brauninger

Characters Interviewer Wise Person from the East Second Wise Person Bystander Herod Interviewing One Among The Wise Ones From The East Interviewer: If stars could speak, I would ask this star many questions. However, as one among the wise ones from the East, you might have some answers for us. I am curious about the four roles of the star in this story. Wise Person from The East: Tell me about the star. Interviewer: First, you and your companions enter Jerusalem to inquire about the newborn child. You had ...

18. Job Placement

John 1:29-34

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Working for Jesus, as the disciples learned, takes humility. Summary: Two applicants are applying for the position of Spiritual Life Director. Jesus interviews them both. His choice is surprising. Playing Time: 5 minutes Place: Job Placement Office Props: None Costumes: Contemporary Time: The present Cast: Elaine -- secretary at Job Placement Office Lyle -- an applicant Janice -- an applicant Jesus (IN A JOB PLACEMENT OFFICE, THERE ARE TWO PEOPLE WAITING TO BE INTERVIEWED) ELAINE: Now, you two are ...

19. Gifts of Lent VII: Joseph Gives His Tomb

John 19:38-42

Drama

Donald Neidigk

Dramatic Monologue Welcome to my store! I'm Joseph of Arimathea. You're not interested in shopping today? No problem! Let's just sit and talk for a while. My shop's not busy and there's nothing I like better than telling others about my Lord. I haven't always been such a bold disciple of Jesus. My friend Mark says I "boldly went to Pilate and asked for Jesus' body." But let me assure you, I was as frightened as anyone on that Friday when Jesus was crucified. As a matter of fact, even though I'm the one who ...

20. Reuben: I'm Not A Sandwich

Genesis 37:12-36

Drama

Dr. Raymond Bailey

THEME: Reuben is one of the forgotten characters of the Bible -- the one who, by normal processes, should have received the birthright as the firstborn son of Israel. He tells of the common experience of feeling like a second-class son, because Israel favored Joseph. He shares family events, as well as his inner soul. SETTING FOR THE SERMON MONOLOGUE: Most persons have heard the story of Joseph and his brothers. Many people have heard the story over and over. They have rarely, if ever, heard the ...

21. Eternal Echo Of Easter - Part 1

Matthew 28:1-10

Drama

Esther R. Russ

PROGRAM 1. Candlelight Ceremony Choir 2. In the Beginning Narration 3. "I, Mary, Mother of Jesus" Reading 4. Jesus’ Ministry Narration and Drama 5. Choral Arrangement Depicting the Upper Room Choir 6. The Betrayal Narration 7. Choral Arrangement Depicting the Betrayal Choir 8. The Garden of Gethsemane Narration 9. Choral Arrangement Depicting the Garden Choir 10. The Trials Narration and Drama 11. The Soldiers, Part One Dialogue Drama 12. The Processional and Crucifixion Choir, Drama 13. The Soldiers, Part ...

22. THIS MAN NAMED JESUS

Drama

Marcia Miller

This Man Named Jesus is designed to bring into focus certain biblical truths about the Son of Man and his mission on earth. It is a dialogue among three people, each of whom has a different point of view in telling about Jesus. First, there is a person who tells the story of Jesus and his ministry. That story is backed by the second person, who quotes Scripture. The third gives theological insight into what has been said. The Scriptures used are: Matthew 1:21; 3:2, 17; 13:13-15, 44, 57; 27:54; 28:19; Luke ...

23. The Ugly Duckling

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Sharing Christ With Others This play may be presented as a unit, or divided up into Scene 1 and Scene 2 on consecutive Sundays. Small to moderate space is needed, and the setting may be as elaborate or as simple as one wishes to make it. No special lighting or sound effects are needed. Scene I Setting: Fitness center. Present; after Christmas (any holiday may be used). There is a bench front left, exercise bike sits to right of bench Characters:LINDA: Young Christian woman, pleasant, serious about ...

24. No Honeymoon

Matthew 25:1-13

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: We are living as if there are no consequences to our actions. We are unprepared for Christ's return. Summary: Sandra and Ralph have been living together with the intention of marriage someday. But Ralph finds another woman and has left Sandra. Sandra convinces him to go to see their pastor, Rev. Anton, to see if he can help them get back together. Playing Time: 5 minutes Setting: Rev. Anton's study Props: None Costumes: Contemporary, casual Time: The present Cast: Sandra Ralph Rev. Anton REV. ANTON ...

25. Gifts of Lent, Ash Wednesday: A Man Gives His Donkey

Matthew 21:1-11

Drama

Donald Neidigk

Dramatic Monologue Come in! Come in! Do come in! Far be it from me that I should deny a visitor the hospitality of my little home. After all, it isn't really my home. I'm just a tenant. It belongs to the Lord, as does everything else you see around here, although I admit it isn't much. If I have an extra mat for a bed, or loaf of bread, or skin of wine, and you have need of it, consider it a gift from God to you. Now why is it you dropped by? Oh, yes! You want me to tell you about the time I let that ...

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