Promoting a youth group A comedy monologue with an offstage voice tells of dealing with pressures from people who don't understand believers This monologue involves one teen, in everyday clothing. He/she should have a backpack when entering the stage. No special lighting is necessary. Voice Over should be a teen’s voice, however, an adult voice would work as well. Sample of script: Actor (Walks on stage and throws his backpack down on the floor, in frustration. Begins…

Theme:       The metaphors in “The Vine And The Branches” can make it difficult to understand. This monologue with offstage voice clears up misconceptions.   Bible Reference:      John 15:1-17   Cast:         Gina for monologue, written as a female, could be adjusted to male Offstage Voice of God (VOG) (male voice good control to emotions)   Set, Sound, Costumes:       standard   Time:        6   Sample of script:   actor comes onstage, thinking, takes a few steps, sighs, bows head,…

When we pray do we talk naturally friend to friend, or asking "Santa favors"? Or just the same old rote method of "doing prayer"? What if we are praying, and since God hears every prayer, and pays attention, (as He always does), . . What would happen if He immediately answers back? Do we maybe react with . . . "Hey God, I am really too busy for small talk . ..  can you fix me up…

Pentecost, when God created His church on earth. The plan, the mystery, the personal nature of salvation, now for all peoples, regardless of gender, race, religion, social status, even for those who at this moment have no desire for God in their lives. The waiting, the unreality, the perception,  the people, the presence, personal nature, the power, the empowerment. And yes, the speaking in tongues . . . A subject often avoided by new, even experienced Christians.…

What is "worthwhile" praying about? What about a toaster versus a major appliance? Should we pray over "things"? And is there a certain limit as to what is worth praying over? Does this comedy make a difference in how you look at situations? Two off-the-wall skits point out our preconceived ideas about prayer. Sample of script: Each has two actors, no special setting or surroundings. The Appliance Prayer Guide #1 Joe: Hey, Bill, how ya doin’ man?…

Forgiveness is difficult, forgetting is even more of a problem. Debts and trespasses come in many shapes and sizes and aren’t easily defined and harder to forgive. Cast: 5 m or f 5, (except for VOG may be m or f) Jamie Tyler Morgan Payton VOG (male offstage voice of God) Bible Reference: Matthew 6:12 Set: standard Sound: wireless mics if available Song: none Lighting: standard SFX: none Props: none Costumes: standard Special Instructions: none Time: 4…

An athlete is "using" prayer before the big race, asking God to intervene with a strong headwind for the opponents, a comedy which comes very close to mirroring how many people "use" prayerScene happens in a hotel room where Jock is getting ready for tomorrow’s track meet.Sample of script:Jock: Man, I’m about worn down to nothing! Jogging eight miles, weight training, exercises! Now to finally hit the sack for the night. Gotta be ready for the 5:30…

Teach me to pray Lord. What are the guidelines? What might happen if God were to answer that question "in real time"? Sample of script: Mary is sitting on a park bench, very unsettled, Tony and Billie come on stage Tony: What’s happening, Mary? Just sitting here all alone? Mary: Yeh, Tony, sitting here. Billie: Mind if we join you? Mary: It’s a free world Billie. Billie: I noticed that. So why the long face, Mary? Mary:…

Third in a five part drama with a military boot camp theme, excellent for VBS. Camp Follow-You is underway and everything had better be just right! . . Except that there is a new recruit named Chester Romeo Hunkalunk from Goose Feathers, Iowa who is, well, different. In the first segment we find out how this . . group . . will show their love and support for each other. (John 13:35) In the second segment we…

A prayer chain gone wild, the request message becomes really very different as it is passed on among people. Sample of script: (Alan is found placing a telephone call. Proceeding dialogue identifies the purpose.) Alan Smith: (Pauses for a brief moment waiting for person on other end to answer.) Pastor Anderson: Hello? Alan Smith; Uh, hello. Pastor Anderson? Pastor Anderson: Yes? Alan Smith: This is brother Alan Smith. I’m sorry for calling so late in the evening…