Christmas Themed Items
Sticky Jesus [Video]
Sticky Jesus
As a mother and son unpack the Christmas decorations they also unpack some less than happy memories involving the manger scene and some peanut butter covered fingers.
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Come Thou Long Expected Jesus [Video]
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
All of creation, all of God’s story, all of us, long for Christ’s coming. Watch this moving piece that illustrates how all of history culminates in the birth of Jesus.
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‘Tis Better to Give [Video]
‘Tis Better to Give
The brothers Marley gather to celebrate Christmas and quickly learn ’tis truly better to have a giving heart than to give anything at all.
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Christmas Candlelight Service [Video]
Christmas Candlelight Service
The Skit Guys help shed some light on the significance of the candlelight service. This video includes 4 different endings that can be used to promote or introduce your Candlelight service.
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Let Your Light Shine [Video]
Let Your Light Shine
Eddie is trying to take down the Christmas lights from his house, but is that just a symbol of what he’s trying to do with Jesus?
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Christmas Connection [Video]
Christmas Connection
This light-hearted film uses humor to remind us all why the birth of Jesus is relevant all year long.
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The Living Nativity [Video]
The Living Nativity
A hilarious and heartwarming mockumentary that tells the story of an actor performing in a living nativity who takes his role way too seriously.
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He Came To Get Messy [Video]
He Came To Get Messy
Do you ever feel that God is nowhere near and can’t understand your pain? Over 2000 years ago, Jesus, God’s Son, came into the world, not as royalty but as a baby born in a stable full of muck and animals. In this video Tommy reminds us with powerful imagery of the sacrifice that Jesus made by humbling himself to become one of us. It was a dirty job and he didn’t have to do it…but the world is changed because he did.
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The Innkeeper’s Dilemma [Video]
The Innkeeper’s Dilemma
Looking for the perfect addition to your Christmas or Advent program? Tommy and Eddie have the perfect video for you! Get this new video of “The Innkeeper’s Dilemma”, which tells the story of Stuart, an innkeeper, and his quest to find meaning in his life. Along the way, he encounters a guest, a shepherd, and a wise man who help him see that God has provided purpose in the little baby that has been born in the stable. Stuart (Eddie James) tells the story of the strange night at the inn as he encounters the different characters (Tommy Woodard) that detail the biblical story of Christ’s birth.
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Nativity Drawing [Video]
Nativity Drawing
This moving, reflective piece is great for Christmas. Or use it any time to reflect on Jesus with this unique line drawing video.
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Nativity Sketches [Video]
Nativity Sketches
Follow a series of animated sketches depicting the nativity story.
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He Is Here [Video]
He Is Here
A telling of the Christmas story through the use of artistic drawings in motion, He Is Here is sure to remind us all why we celebrate this season.
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Isaiah 9 [Video]
Isaiah 9
A short intro, transition or call to worship video inspired by Isaiah 9.
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God With Us [Video]
God With Us
In 1854, a young Charles Spurgeon preached his Christmas Eve sermon on Isaiah 7:14-15. Using Spurgeon’s words from that sermon, an original score and a collection of animated paintings, this Christmas video illustrates the wonder of the ages, God with us.
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When I First Held My Grandson [Script]
When I First Held My Grandson
The Mother of Mary, Jesus’ Grandmother, shares her story of the events leading up to the moment when she finally got to hold her grandson.
Characters: 1
Genre: Drama
Length: 4-6 minutes
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Emmanuel, God With Us: A Responsive Reading [Script]
Emmanuel, God With Us: A Responsive Reading
Celebrate our Savior’s birth in your worship service with this responsive reading, and remember all that God has done for us through His Son Jesus!
Characters: 3
Genre: Drama
Length: 2-4 minutes
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O Come All Ye Faithless [Video]
O Come All Ye Faithless
A reflection on one of the greatest Christmas carols of all-time, “O Come All Ye Faithful.” Perfect as an intro to the song. Based on a sermon from Craig Groeschel.
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Christmas Explained [Script]
Christmas Explained
Gary and Grady explain what Christmas is all about in this fun comedy duo script perfect for your Christmas Eve service.
Characters: 2
Genre: Comedy
Length: 5-7 minutes
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No Room [Script]
No Room
In Bethlehem on the eve of Jesus’ birth, we meet a man whose heart has “no room” and a woman who is ready to make room, no matter what it takes. With God all things are possible, even the inconvenient!
Characters: 2
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-5 minutes
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The King of the Jews [Script]
The King of the Jews
After hearing from the Magi about the immanent birth of the King of the Jews, Herod plots to retain his own claim to that title. Pride and a desperate need to remain in control challenge everyone, not just Bible bad guys-there’s a bit of Herod in each of us.
Characters: 3
Genre: Drama
Length: 4-6 minutes
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Anna [Script]
Anna
Anna, the prophetess, sits in front of the temple…waiting and hoping for the coming Messiah.
Characters: 1
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-5 minutes
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His Name is John! [Script]
His Name is John!
Elizabeth and Zacharias, the parents of John the Baptist, speak of their joy, and of giving back to God what He has given to them.
Characters: 2
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-5 minutes
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Mary’s Response [Script]
Mary’s Response
Gabriel is just back from announcing to Mary that she will bear the Son of God and after debriefing with another angel, it’s clear that Mary’s faith is truly strong.
Characters: 2
Genre: Comedy
Length: 4-6 minutes
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Presence [Video]
Presence
God’s presence appeared to Moses as a firey bush as well as an earthquake. To Job God came as a powerful whirlwind. The reaction to God’s presence was always one of fear but when Jesus came all of that changed. God was now approachable and personal and because of His saving work we can now enter bodly into God’s presence.
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The Manger Is Empty [Script]
The Manger Is Empty
The blessing of Christmas is that God put a baby in a manger. But the greater blessing is that the baby didn’t stay there. Jesus is Emmanuel. God with us. And it’s because the baby grew up and lived out God’s rescue plan, it’s because the manger is empty that we are able to have God with us event today!
Characters: 3+
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-5 minutes
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Christ The Lord [Video]
Christ The Lord
This is a powerful and energetic worship intro for the Christmas season based on the Christmas hymn “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful”.
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Invitations (Christmas) [Video]
Invitations (Christmas)
Download includes 2 versions! Use the “Christmas version” (shown in the preview) to remind your congregation to invite someone to church during the Christmas season. The “Christmas Eve version” is great for reminding everyone to invite someone to church for your Christmas Eve service.
(In the “Christmas Eve version”, “Christmas Eve” and “December 24” replace “Christmas” and December 25” at 0:36 in the mini-movie.)
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Let Us Worship [Video]
Let Us Worship
This is a powerful and dramatic worship intro for the Christmas season based on Isaiah 7:14 and Isaiah 9:6.
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Christmas in a Nutshell [Video]
Christmas in a Nutshell
Admit it, you’ve given some terrible gifts. There’s someone who has never given a bad gift, though…God! For Christmas, however, He gave us something no one could’ve imagined. This video illustrates the miracle of Christmas in a fun and poignant way.
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Tis the Season [Video]
Tis the Season
Christmas is supposed to be filled with joy, but this year has been rough for many and there’s not much joy in sight. Are we out of luck this Christmas?
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Christmas Spirit (The Right Way) [Video]
Christmas Spirit (The Right Way)
Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and Christmas cookies… it’s easy to get carried away with the spirit of the season. But is this really what Christmas is all about? Maybe this year we can have some Christmas spirit… the right way.
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The Point [Script]
The Point
Two women commiserate during church worship service about how busy the holiday season can be with all the preparations and festivities and they find themselves wondering, “What’s the point?”
Characters: 2
Genre: Comedy
Length: 3-5 minutes
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The Other Shepherd [Script]
The Other Shepherd
This monologue takes a fictional look at the story of a shepherd who was there when the angels proclaimed the birth of Christ, yet chose to stay behind rather than see the Savior.
Characters: 1
Genre: Drama
Length: 4-5 minutes
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Casting Call: A Christmas Play [Script]
Casting Call: A Christmas Play
This Christmas Play is a series of casting calls for different parts in the Living Nativity which include the parts for Mary, Joseph, Wise Men and more (7 total). Read the preview and watch the video below to see how this play can be modified to fit your service. This Play includes: Scripts, Artwork and sample performance videos. You can optionally purchase the individual parts below under related items.
Characters: 9
Genre: Dramedy
Length: Approximately 50 minutes
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Casting Call: The Wise Men [Script]
Casting Call: The Wise Men
Frank is a smart man. But while auditioning for the Live Nativity, he learns that “smart” and “wise” aren’t necessarily the same thing.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Mary (Teen Version) [Script]
Casting Call: Mary (Teen Version)
Tina is a teen consumed with her phone and herself. But when she auditions for Mary the mother of Jesus, she begins to understand that it’s not all about her and she might be worshipping the wrong things.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Mary [Script]
Casting Call: Mary
Connie, a busy wife and mom, auditions for the part of Mary, the Mother of Jesus in the Live Nativity. With constant reminders of her real life only a phone call away, she realizes that she and Mary have a lot in common.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Joseph [Script]
Casting Call: Joseph
Joe is a husband, father, and all around “good-ole boy”. But there’s more to him than Nascar and fishing and it will take a conversation with the Director of the Live Nativity for Joe to realize “Joseph” is the perfect part for him.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Jesus [Script]
Casting Call: Jesus
God sent His Son, Jesus, as a baby in a lowly manger to save us from our sins. This script is a live nativity that is perfect for your Christmas worship service.
Characters: 9
Genre: Drama
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Herod [Script]
Casting Call: Herod
George is auditioning for the Live Nativity, but he wants to change the story and do things his way. He quickly finds out that there is no changing the story because it’s His story.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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Casting Call: Angel [Script]
Casting Call: Angel
Angel, an aspiring actress, is ready to audition for the role of her life. But when she realizes that she is responsible for delivering the greatest message in history, she wonders if she’s up for the task.
Characters: 2
Genre: Dramedy
Length: 7-8 minutes
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The Perfect Gift [Video]
The Perfect Gift
Two wives go out to find their husbands the perfect gift. Watch this hilarious video as The Skitzy Chicks try and describe to the store clerk what their husband wants.
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Birthday Jesus [Script]
Birthday Jesus
Three friends throw Jesus a birthday party for Christmas. They assume they know what Jesus wants, but Jesus shows them what He wants most of all.
Characters: 4
Genre: Comedy
Length: 3-5 minutes
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Listen! A Shepherd’s Testimony [Script]
Listen! A Shepherd’s Testimony
The morning after the Nativity, a shepherd tells the throng of people in Bethlehem about the miracle he and his brothers have witnessed.
Characters: 1
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-4 minutes
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Glory to God in the Highest [Script]
Glory to God in the Highest
A responsive scripture reading about the birth of Jesus, the circumstances of the world that He was born into and how His story continues to affect our story.
Characters: 3
Genre: Drama
Length: 3-4 minutes
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Social Network Christmas [Video]
Social Network Christmas
This video is an artistic take on how the story of the nativity might have read had a social network existed at the time of Jesus’s birth. Follow this historical period as it unfolds as a digital narrative. This vignette is great for highlighting the truths and circumstances of our Savior’s birth in a fresh, unique way.
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The Price of a Puppy [Script]
The Price of a Puppy
A woman reflects on her childhood and learning what the true meaning of what a “gift” really is.
Characters: 1
Genre: Comedy
Length: 6-8 minutes
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Spelling Christmas [Script]
Spelling Christmas
A Dad teaches his Son how to truly spell “Christmas.”
Characters: 2
Genre: Comedy
Length: 2-3 minutes
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Paparazzi at the Manger [Script]
Paparazzi at the Manger
Do we get so caught up in worldly tasks that we almost miss the birth of Jesus? What are we really looking for at Christmas?
Characters: 2
Genre: Comedy
Length: 3-5 minutes
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The Best Gift of All [Script]
The Best Gift of All
Do we get so caught up in finding just the right gift at Christmas that we miss the greatest gift of all? A child who gets to select a favorite gift at Christmas points us to the best gift of all.
Characters: 6
Genre: Comedy
Length: 6-8 minutes
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