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This year I have decided to start writing more Christian content for leadership development, and so I have a new project that was created to initiate a drams team at Keypoint Church ion Bentonville, Arkansas. I have been a member, and volunteer at Keypoint Church for about 10 years, I began attending in 2014, and have been actively volunteering in: youth ministry, greeting, and usher teams since 2018. We have seen a lot of growth & expansion in our church over the last 5 years. New staff; to include: pastors, elders, worship leaders, and more. The idea of having a “drama team” has been discussed, so to share that information with more people-I am posting a play script here. The second half of the title, (because it was too too fit & google searches) I would say its 90% complete as I would use a theme song. I have chosen a song that was a collaboration betwen Skillet & Tauren Wells-Take It All Back. This would be the runtime of 3:25 minutes.

Now for the playscript, ok ya’ll here it is. Anyone is welcome to provide feedback, and I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.

 

A Modern Christian Play, Based on 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

 

            By,

Justin Richards

[email protected]

(479) 409-6173.

 

                                                            (February 22, 2025)

 

Anointed Mission Statement

 

The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind,

to set the oppressed free. Luke 4:18

 

This play is more than just a performance—it is a divine calling to visually and creatively teach the redemptive truths of the Gospel. The Holy Spirit is present, watching, and empowering. This is an offering of worship, a call to battle, and a declaration of victory in Jesus Christ. All glory to Him!

 

Synopsis

 

*This play illustrates the spiritual warfare of the mind, showing how negative thoughts become strongholds that trap believers in sin and despair which prevents us from thinking clearly, repenting from sin, and obeying scripture. Christ followers often struggle with having the right thinking. When we allow the wrong thought patterns to take hold of our mind, it causes traps of sin-which build strongholds. (Think of them like false castles that oppose the promises that come from the fruit of God’s word. This play- it follows three Christian characters:

1. ? (High School Student) – Faces anxiety and fear of failure.
2. ? (Middle-Aged Christian) – Struggles with addiction and past mistakes.
3. ? (Combat Veteran/First Responder) – Battles PTSD and traumatic memories.

These individuals are relentlessly harassed by dark forces—Fear, Doubt, Guilt, Anger, Lust, Pride, and Greed—who attempt to imprison their minds. Through prayer, scripture, and divine intervention, they learn to take their thoughts captive and submit them to Christ, ultimately breaking free from bondage.

 

Keypoint Production Guide & Next Steps

1. Cast & Rehearsal Practice

Assign roles for:

• AChristian Protagonists – ?, ?, and ?.
• Spiritual Enemies (Antagonists) – Fear, Doubt, Guilt, Anger, Lust, Pride, and Greed.
• Divine Helpers – Wisdom, Salvation, Grace, Mercy, Holiness, Praise, and Discernment.
• Table Reading: We need to allow a chance for characters to hear from the other characters in the play, in order to get a sense of what’s happening outside of their own goals, and to see the show as a whole, complete with stage movements and timing.
• Encourage characters to pray over their roles, inviting the Holy Spirit into the process.

2. Set Design & Costumes

• Build a cardboard castle style-stronghold for the climactic scene.
• Lay out several wrestling mats for the submission scene.
• Prepare dark robes-with names for the antagonists and bright, radiant costumes-with names for the Divine Helpers
• Create props such as chains, ropes, heavy vests-wearable weights,  for guilt, pride, ect scripture-inscribed swords, and light effects to symbolize God’s power.

3. Lighting & Sound Effects

• Use shadows and eerie whispers for the antagonists.
• Play dramatic music during battles and worship music during victory scenes.
• Include loud rebukes and scripture proclamations to create impact.

4. Prayer & Dedication

• • Begin every rehearsal practice with prayer and scripture reading

• Dedicate the performance to Jesus Christ, praying for transformed hearts and spiritual breakthroughs.

5. Keypoint Church Live Performance,  Recording, & Broadcasting

• • Schedule the play to be at the end of school year before vacation and summer season

• Invite other churches & Keypoint Church Partners to tune in social media to share

• Use recording to spread the Gospel, encouraging believers online across the world

 

Setting

 

This play is about modern day Christians who are currently living in May 2025 from Northwest Arkansas. Many people have recently moved from other states because of economic & natural disasters, and have started life over here in Northwest Arkansas. They have come to learn that Jesus is the Key, and people are the Point. The school season is about to finally end, so families, and individuals are looking forward to the summer season. People are excited about taking a vacation soon, folks’ emotions are running at high-full tilt. We discover that there are three separate individuals that attend Keypoint Church. They are all facing unique, and different challenges (physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual) at work, and school and are in need of the healing power of Christ in their lives. Keypoint Church’s desire would be to illustrate to you graphically, and creatively the truths of scripture we know is found in God’s word. Thank you.

 

PLOT

 

ACT 1. The Battle Begins – Introduction of the Struggles

 

Scene 1.– Opening: The Mind Under Attack

(Dim lighting. Three different spots on stage represent the three protagonists: _______, _______, and _______. They each struggle in their own way while the antagonists (Fear, Doubt, Guilt, etc.) lurk in the shadows, whispering lies.) Start playing song: 

• ____ (High School Student) is sitting at a desk, overwhelmed with schoolwork. She hears voices of Fear and Doubt, telling her she’s going to fail.
• ____ (Middle-Aged Christian with Addiction) stands near a table with an old alcohol bottle. He clenches his fists as Guilt and Regret taunt him, reminding him of his past failures.
• _____(Combat Veteran/First Responder with PTSD) is in bed, tossing and turning in a nightmare. Anger and Fear surround him, whispering memories of war, loss, and betrayal.

(The antagonists move closer, throwing ping pong balls at the protagonists, representing intrusive thoughts.)

ACT 2. The Fight for Freedom – The Turning Point

Scene 2 – Cry for Help

 

• The pressure overwhelms _______, ______, and ______. They fall to their knees, holding their heads in distress.
• They each cry out to God:

 

• ______ “God, I can’t do this alone! I need Your help!”
• ______ “Lord, will You ever forgive me?”
• ______ “Jesus, I don’t want to live in fear anymore!”

(As they pray, the stage lighting shifts. A bright, warm glow appears as the Divine Helpers step onto the stage.)

 

Scene 3 – Divine Intervention

• Wisdom, Grace, Mercy, Holiness, Praise, Salvation, and Discernment enter, standing beside the protagonists.
• Wisdom: “Why do you listen to the lies of the enemy? Take captive every thought and submit it to Christ!”
• Grace: “You are forgiven! The past holds no power over you!”
• Praise: “Worship breaks chains! Declare the name of Jesus!”
• Discernment hands each protagonist a Sword of the Spirit (Bible verse cards) with Scriptures:
  • _______ verse: Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
  • _______ verse: 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us.”
  • _______ verse: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.”

(The protagonists stand up, emboldened by the Word of God. The antagonists react violently, recoiling in fear.)

 

ACT 3. The Fight for Freedom – The Turning Point

 

Scene 4 – The Battle: Taking Every Thought Captive

• The Cardboard Stronghold is revealed at center stage, symbolizing the mental prison built by Fear, Guilt, and Lies. David is trapped inside.
• The antagonists physically restrain _______ and _______, preventing them from rescuing _______.
• The protagonists declare Scripture aloud, weakening the enemies.
• The Divine Helpers assist in “arresting” the enemies—literally handcuffing them and dragging them to the feet of Jesus (offstage).
• The antagonists flee in terror, defeated by the power of Jesus Christ.

 

FINAL SCENE: Victory in Christ

 

Scene 5 – Worship & Declaration of Freedom

• • The protagonists stand together, raising their hands in worship.

• A Narrator ( _______) reads 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 over them:

“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds; casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.”

• The Divine Helpers kneel, symbolizing submission to Christ.
• Praise leads a worship song as the lights fade to a triumphant glow.

 (Lights dim, closing with triumphant worship music as the cast exits right stage)

 

Key Takeaways & Themes

 

✔️ Recognizing the Lies of the Enemy – Not every thought is from God.

✔️ The Power of Prayer & Scripture – Actively fighting back with the Word.

✔️ The Importance of Community – God sends help through others.

✔️ Victory is in Christ Alone – We cannot win this battle alone.

 

Final Message & Prayer

This play is a declaration of spiritual victory and a call to believers to stand firm in Christ. The Holy Spirit is present, leading, and working in hearts.

May all who witness this be transformed, renewed, and set free in Jesus’ name.

ALL GLORY TO JESUS CHRIST! 🙌🔥