Category: Marriage

MARRIAGE MATTERS!

Posted on by Patricia Souder

DSC_2020 Don't Blame UsMarriage matters! It’s a grand gift carefully crafted by God at the dawn of human history. Yet, marriage is under siege! New definitions muddy the waters so that laws and public opinion are being re-engineered to make opposition to “same-sex marriage” a matter of unlawful discrimination rather than the free expression of deep religious convictions.

Now how can that happen in a nation that prides itself on freedom of speech and religion? Could it be that part of the problem is a lack of knowledge of God’s original design in our post-Christian secular world? If so, here’s a resource to help reframe the discussion.

“It All Started in Eden” is a 20-minute drama production that portrays the intended intimacy for which we were created as well as heart-rending reminders of why we struggle with relationships with one another and with God. Easily staged with two narrators and three actors to portray Adam, Eve, and Lucifer, the story comes to life through five individual drama sketches:

  • “Designed for One Another” invites us to share the wonder Adam and Eve enjoyed when first created.
  • “Just One Bite” reveals the alluring appeal of temptation.
  • “Not Me, Lord” shows Adam and Eve playing the first blame game.
  • “I Don’t Have Anything to Wear” uses humor to underscore our human tendency to engage in instant cover-ups.
  • “Bring Back the Music” captures our deep longing for what could have been while also pointing to our ultimate redemption.

Revisiting Eden through the eyes of Adam, Eve, and Lucifer takes us back to our origins, but it also speaks profoundly about who we really are today as well. The many aha moments will touch hearts and spark discussion leading to insight and life change.

Engage your congregation or small group in seeing marriage from God’s perspective by downloading and using this moving presentation for FREE during the month of February. Use the Code: FFF: (Free For February).

Make a Difference

Posted on by Patricia Souder

It’s time to make a difference in your school, church, and community! ALPHASTAR DRAMA wants to help you do that with a “MAKE A DIFFERENCE SPECIAL” through Labor Day that offers

  • All individual sketches for only $.99 each (Use code: SKETCH99)
  • It All Started in Eden, a 20-minute collection of drama sketches from Genesis, for only $5.00 (Use code: EDEN5)

AlphaStar Drama offers short drama sketches based on Bible characters that feature word-play and humor designed to open hearts and minds to consider God’s perspective on marriage, family, justice, compassion, integrity, and truth. Short and pithy, the sketches are effective and easy to do whether acted out or read dramatically.

Here are a few possibilities guaranteed to generate discussion and make your programs memorable this year:

  • It All Started in Eden: A memorable, easy-to-do 20-minute collection of drama sketches from Genesis that promote discussion about relationships with God and each other. Especially good for Marriage Enrichment weekends or to kick off a series of studies in a small group.
  • What’s Wrong with Vegetables? A humorous sketch that challenges us to examine how attitudes affect our worship and service for God.
  • We’re Gonna Miss That Boat! A fun-filled sketch where Noah’s hillbilly neighbors ridicule Noah and his “ark boat” until the rain begins. The dramatic climax reminds us to get on board while there’s still time.
  • Weak Like Other Men: A sketch that exposes how easily a strong man like Samson can fall when enticed by temptation. A graphic reminder of our constant need of God’s strength to do what’s right.

There are many more sketches available, including wonderful pieces for Advent and Christmas. Remember: Individual sketches are only 99 cents and It All Happened In Eden is marked down to $5.00 from now through Labor Day.

Don’t miss this great opportunity!

The Greatest Drama Ever Lived

Posted on by Patricia Souder

Drama. It entertains and energizes, informs and inspires, challenges and changes us.

So how do we feel about drama in real life? Do we welcome it or run from it?

Shakespeare wrote:

“All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players . . .” (As You Like It, Jacques, Act II, Scene VII).

Shakespeare plunks us all on the stage of life. No choice. Just seven stages of life that begin and end with dependency. Although artistic, his depiction leaves us with a sense of futility.

To be sure, life hands us many surprises. But is this all there is to life? Or is there a meta-drama that transcends and orchestrates the drama of life in which we’re involved? And if there’s a meta-drama, who’s writing the script and directing the production?

Think creation. Insubordination. Incarnation. Crucifixion. Resurrection. Redemption. Eternity.

Then think God.

Who but God would not only craft a master script but also direct, produce, and play the lead role in the incredible drama of redemption?

Drama is often used to portray the events leading up to Easter. And no wonder: The week between Palm Sunday and Easter is filled with drama. Characters with diverse motives and agendas enter and exit, spinning plot reversals that nail Jesus, an innocent man, to the cross. All seems lost.

To be sure, all would be lost except for the meta-drama of redemption that’s going on behind the scenes. It’s the greatest drama ever lived! And it’s the marvelous meta-drama that’s so needed in our world today.

Christ-centered drama can be a vital tool for outreach or discipleship in your church during the Lenten and Easter season. Check out our special offers at www.AlphaStarDrama.com.

It All Started in Eden . . .

Posted on by Patricia Souder

It’s a new year! Think new. Think creative. Think drama! It works for so much more than traditional drama productions, wonderful as they are.

Are you planning a Marriage Conference? A Couples’ Getaway? A Premarital Seminar? A Sweetheart Banquet? A Valentine’s Day Outreach?

Would you like to make it memorable and meaningful?

“It All Started in Eden,” is a brand new narrated collage of five tightly-scripted drama sketches that  offer a revealing look at how we relate to each other by allowing us to revisit the original creation through the eyes of Adam and Eve.

The first sketch, “Designed for One Another,” gives us a wonder-filled glance at what God intended when He made man and woman.  “Just One Bite,” the second sketch, highlights the alluring appeal of temptation. “Not Me, Lord” and “I Don’t Have Anything to Wear” use humor to underscore our tendency to engage in the blame game and instant cover-ups. The final sketch, “Bring Back the Music,” captures our deep longing for what could have been even as it points to our ultimate redemption.

The entire collage requires only two narrators and three actors. It can be produced as a twenty-minute drama production or a staged reading with minimal rehearsal time and props. Each drama sketch can also be used individually to stimulate discussion. And remember: When it comes to beginnings, you can’t beat Genesis!

Take a few minutes to read through the free preview. See if you can find a creative way to use it at your church or school. Then drop us a note on our Contact Page to tell us how you used it. We’d love to know!