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Elementary school students were the original intended audience for the majority of the following scripts, although most of them would be appropriate for a more general adult audience or Sunday morning worship service. They have all been performed by Theatre in the Woods, the drama team that performs as part of the Sunday morning children's education program at Wooddale Church. Most include an introduction and conclusion to help ease student audiences into and out of the performance. Note on casting: Unless indicated by the initials M (male actor) or F (female actor), most roles can be performed by actors of either gender with small changes in scripting. Baptism is a picture of our cleansing from sin by Christ's death on the cross, and our rebirth to new life through Christ's resurrection. Bible Basis: Matthew 3:13-17. Cast: 2.
Salt is powerful stuff. It can be used as a medicine, as a preservative and as a flavor enhancer. But, until it gets out of the salt shaker, it's of little use to anyone. Bible Basis: Matthew 5:13-16. Cast: 2.
Two pirates on a search for buried treasure learn that when we live right for God, He keeps our reward safe in heaven but, when we live for ourselves, our earthly treasures are destroyed. Bible Basis: Matthew 6:19-24; 1 Peter 2:13-25. Cast: 2.
Although people's opinions may vary, the Bible is very clear that Jesus is God's Son and the only Savior from sin. Script includes suggestions for a companion video. Bible Basis: Matthew 16:13-16; 1 John 4:14,15; Isaiah 53:5,6. Cast: 2.
When Eric constantly interrupts Krista's quiet time, he learns that spending time with Jesus can be exciting and fun. Bible Basis: Mark 1:35. Cast: 2.
Miriam and Joshua lower their paralyzed friend through the roof to see Jesus, and are surprised to learn that Jesus' healing power touches both body and soul. Bible Basis: Mark 2:1-11; Luke 5:17-26. Cast: 2.
A mom explains Jesus' new covenant in language that appeals to both her hopelessly romantic daughter and her swash-buckling son. Kay Arthur's book, Our Covenant God (Colorado Springs, CO: Waterbrook Press, 1999) provided the inspiration and cultural background for this script. Bible Basis: Mark 14:12-26. Cast: 3.
A barren house is blessed by the birth of the Christchild. Bible Basis: Luke 2:1-7. Cast: 1F.
A shepherdess recalls the night she first met the Lamb of God. Bible Basis: Luke 2:8-20. Cast: 1F.
Terry and Erin are inspired to show love and friendship to "Bennett the Bully" when they learn how Jesus' love and friendship transformed Levi the tax collector. Bible Basis: Luke 5:27-32; Matthew 9:9-13. Cast: 2.
A fun yet serious look at the Beatitudes. As Aunt Bee always says, "Sometimes the only thing you can change is your attitude." Bible Basis: Luke 6:17-36. Cast: 2M, 1F.
Growing good spiritual fruit is like any gardening project. You've got to pull out the weeds (evil attitudes and behaviors) and nurture the seeds (godly attitudes and behaviors). Bible Basis: Luke 6:43-45; Galatians 5:19-26; 1 Peter 2:1-3. Cast: 4.
Tony helps Jane with a discouraging situation, just as Jesus healed and encouraged the man by the pool at Bethesda. Bible Basis: John 5:1-15. Cast: 2.
Josiah, the boy who shared his lunch with Jesus, shares Jesus with his widowed mother. Bible Basis: John 6:1-15. Cast: 1M, 1F.
In his zeal to reach others for Jesus, Josh forgets the importance of Christian fellowship. Bible Basis: Acts 2:42-47; Hebrews 10:23-25. Cast: 2. |
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