Resources on Eddie James

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

This monologue script by Eddie James reveals how a popular high schooler's life was changed on a summer mission trip and now he has to decide how he will live differently. Inspired by Philippians 4:12-17.

Philippians 4:12-17

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Witness, Choice, School, Spiritual Growth

A Conversation with Dad

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

This script features a 3-5 minute drama for Father's Day, written for two actors. "An adult son goes to his father for wisdom about a difficult situation in his life."

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Father's Day, Family, Father

Super Dad

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

This dramatic monologue features a dad who "reflects on his great desire to be the kind of father that his wife and children hope that he will be." Includes a script for a 3-4 minute performance.

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Father's Day, Perseverance, Desire, Parenting

The Life of Christ: Responsive Reading

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

Weaving together various scriptures, this 3-page script is a responsive reading for leader and congregation. It follows Jesus through various stages of life, emphasizing his praiseworthy nature and character.

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Jesus, Christ, Life, Messiah

Larry the Liar

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

"Larry has a hard time telling the truth. Thankfully a buzzer keeps him in check." A 5-6 minute dramatic monologue about the lies we tell ourselves, especially about relationships and marriage.

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Divorce, Truthfulness, Lying, Parenting

What Now?

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

A five-minute dramatic monologue: "Life throws us curve balls – sometimes we pitch them to ourselves, as is seen in the story of Steve who is dealing with becoming an unmarried, teenage father."

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Waiting, Sexuality, Abstinence, Choice

The Innkeeper's Dilemma (Duet Version)

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

This drama script "tells the story of Stuart, an innkeeper, and his quest to find meaning in his life." He encounters the characters from the Christmas story, who introduce him to Jesus, the baby.

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Christmas, Family, Providence, Holiness

Hurting Helpline

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

This script is for a radio talk/advice show about the difference between hearing and listening. It is 10-12 minutes long and includes seven actors.

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Kindness, Community, Listening To God, Relationship

Thankful

Tommy Woodard | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

Highlighting themes of thankfulness, materialism, and eternity, this skit inspired by Psalm 118:1 portrays a pair of friends discovering if they are more thankful for things that are temporary or things that are eternal.

Psalm 118:1

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Blessing, Materialism, Thankfulness, Drama

Jesus Loves - The Woman at the Well

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

A skit script based on John 4:1-42. For all the times she went to fetch water, feeling alone and ashamed, the woman at the well never imagined that she’d encounter Jesus.

John 4:1-42

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Easter, Love, Evangelism, Redemption

The Birth of Christ: Responsive Reading

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

In this script for a responsive reading, the story of Jesus' birth is read with scripture verses of praise in between.

Luke 2

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Christmas, Worship, Praise, Jesus

Jesus Died - Joseph of Arimathea

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

A skit script based on John 19:38-42. Joseph of Arimathea watched Jesus die. Joseph felt called to step up and bury Jesus—to do one thing for the man who did so much for him.

John 19:38-42

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Easter, Good Friday, Disciple, Courage

My Resolutions List

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

Inspired by 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Philippians 3:13-14, this skit highlights themes of change, spiritual growth, and accountability by depicting a man or woman who is challenged to list his or her New Year goals.

2 Corinthians 5:17; Philippians 3:13-14

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Contentment, Change, Spiritual Growth, Drama

Glory to God in the Highest

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

This responsive reading about the birth of Jesus can be used during Advent or on Christmas Eve. It reminds us of the circumstances Jesus was born into and how His story continues to affect our lives.

Matthew 2; Luke 2

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Birth, Christmas, Jesus, Nativity

Casting Call: Mary

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

When Connie, a busy wife and mom, auditions for the part of Mary she realizes they have a lot in common. Perform this skit during Advent to encourage people to trust God by trusting his promise....

Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-28

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Christmas, Jesus, Nativity, Mary

This Year I Mean It

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

In this script, perfect for New Year's (or even the start of a new school year), four people make commitments that they intend to follow through on, while acknowledging their need for God to help them.

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Trust, God, New Year, School

David and Goliath: A Modern Day Account

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

In this script for a dramatic monologue, David (in old age) gives a modernized account of his killing the giant Goliath long before.

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Faith, Fear, Courage, Trust

Casting Call: Mary (Teen Version)

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

When Tina auditions for Mary the mother of Jesus, she learns she might be worshipping the wrong things. Use this skit during Advent to show teens the importance of focusing on Jesus rather than on themselves.

Luke 1:46-49

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Christmas, Worship, Contentment, Jesus

Jesus Saves—Peter

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

In this skit, Peter recounts the day Jesus rode into Jerusalem with crowds chanting, “Hosanna in the highest! Salvation has come!” Others finally figured out what he already knew—that Jesus was the one who saves us.

Matthew 14:22-33, 21:6-9

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Easter, Salvation, Palm Sunday, Peter

What Difference Does Jesus Make?

Eddie James | The Skit Guys

Scripture Drama or Paraphrase

In this script, an out-of-work husband and father begins to question the reasons why we celebrate Christmas, when his wife reminds him to focus on Jesus instead of the trappings.

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Christmas, Hope, Jesus, Despair