A Holy Night

by Craig Castleberry

Scripture:  After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea , during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews?  We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him."  Matthew 2: 1-2

Props:  Biblical costumes for 3 people.  Two are to look common.  Melchior’s costume is to look more royal, yet with a bag and staff.  A smaller pouch may also be used to hold coins.

Scene Opens:  Two people dressed in Biblical robes looking somewhat like shepherds walk onto stage together.  One may have a staff.  They walk to center stage.

Kabal:  I have never seen anything like it!

Topar:  Neither have I, Kabal.  Many have tried to explain it, but they do not know what it means.

Kabal:  Some think it may be the end of times

Topar:  But, others have said it may be the beginning.

Kabal:  (Thinking as hand rubs chin) Hmmm...I choose beginning.

Topar:  (Quickly responding) Me too!

Melchior:  (Walking up to Kabal and Topar from side stage and stands between them facing audience)  I know it is late at night, but could you tell me where I might find some water.?

Kabal:  I only know of one well and it is not very close, but it is on the outskirts of town.

Topar:  But, the water is clean and you will not disturb anyone.

Melchior:  You have been most kind.  Please accept this as a gift.  (He pulls out a coin from a pouch)  I have traveled far and for what seems like countless days and nights. 

Topar:  Many thanks.  I hope you find the end of your journey very soon.  Where are you going?

Melchior:  I do not know, but I feel I am close.  I only follow the star.  I have two friends who are close behind me.  They will catch up soon.  We all need water.

Kabal:  Look!  The beams from the star are stretching down from the sky

Topar:  This is truly an amazing night!  There is something in the air.  Sir, may I ask your name?

Melchior:  My name is Melchior...And I must go!  The star requests my presence, thanks be to God!  Goodbye, my new friends.  God be with you. (Exits off stage quickly looking up as if to watch the star)

Topar and Kabal:  Goodbye.  Thank you for the gift!

Topar:  I am telling you, there is something in the air.  It seems like a holy night.

Kabal:  Who would travel so far not knowing where he is going?

Topar:  I suppose someone who was not satisfied with where they were.

Kabal:  Ahh!  A step of faith!

Topar:  Which became a journey it seems.  If only I had that kind of faith (Looking at the coin given by Melchior).  I have never seen a coin like this.

Kabal:  Let’s follow him!  We too can have faith!  All it takes is a first step.

Topar:  If we follow the star, we will find him.  Melchior?  Yes, and whatever is at the end of his journey...or Whomever.  (Both look up and begin to walk off stage still talking)  This coin is from a far away place!

Kabal:  May I have it?

Topar:  We will share.  It is yours tonight and mine tomorrow.

Kabal:  Very well!  Ahh...We have taken a first step!!

The End

Study Questions:

Although the wise men could not see God, they still followed the Light God gave them  Was it a step of faith to follow this star?

How far would you follow a star?

Topar and Kabal only talked about the star.  It took a visit from Melchior to get them excited about it.

Did Melchior’s faith make a difference in Topar’s and Kabal’s lives?

They only talked about it.  It took someone involved to get them involved.  

How important is it to have people actively showing and sharing their faith?

Who will you talk to about the Light this Christmas?  Who will follow you as you follow Christ?  Will you make a difference in the life of someone who is lost?

© 2004 by Craig Castleberry

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