You don’t have to have a special talent. You don’t need to be a public speaker. You don’t have to be popular, pretty or smart. You don’t have to be mature or respected. You could be lonely and alone. You could be handicapped or deformed. You could be hated and unemployed and going to or coming from prison. All you have to do is believe. Believe that there was a man named Jesus who gave his life to pay for everything you’ve ever done or will do which would have separated you from your Heavenly Father.
What happens when faith-based lessons leave the pages of Scripture and step onto the stage? “Consider the Stars: A Collection of Sketches for the Faith-Based Dramatist” by John Steven Lindsay offers performers, churches, drama groups, and faith-centered audiences a collection of theatrical sketches designed to explore Christian principles through humor, contemporary situations, biblical stories, and thought-provoking dialogue. Proudly published by Citi of Books, this is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major retail platforms.
Inspired by the idea of “considering the stars” and the faith demonstrated by Abraham, Lindsay’s collection asks readers and performers to think about how faith can shape everyday decisions. The book moves between Christmas stories, biblical adaptations, contemporary family situations, humorous sketches, and imaginative dramatic scenarios. It also includes practical acting lessons and a drama instruction outline, making the book useful not only as something to read but also as a resource for those interested in presenting faith-based drama.
The collection begins with an introduction focused on faith and the example of Abraham. Lindsay reflects on the significance of naming something before it exists and connects that idea with believing in God’s promises even before their fulfillment can be seen. This concept becomes an underlying foundation for the sketches that follow: faith requires people to trust what they cannot yet see and to prepare themselves to act on that belief.
“Consider the Stars: A Collection of Sketches for the Faith-Based Dramatist” is compelling because it approaches Christian themes from a theatrical perspective. Instead of presenting every lesson as a straightforward devotional discussion, Lindsay gives performers situations they can act out, audiences can laugh at, and communities can discuss afterward. Biblical principles are placed alongside modern problems, making the material feel connected to everyday life.
The collection also demonstrates considerable variety. A sketch about missionaries and spiritual foundations feels very different from a contemporary Christmas comedy, while The Battleground uses detective-style dialogue and Body Parts transforms anatomy into theatrical characters. This variety can help a faith-based drama group create performances that are entertaining while still carrying meaningful spiritual messages.
For churches, Christian theater groups, educators, performers, and readers interested in creative approaches to Scripture, this book offers both inspiration and practical material. The acting lessons and drama instruction extend the collection beyond a series of scripts, giving aspiring performers additional guidance as they develop their craft.
Through humor, Scripture, contemporary storytelling, and performance, “Consider The Stars: A Collection of Sketches for the Faith-Based Dramatist” invites readers and dramatists to transform faith from an idea discussed in private into something experienced, expressed, and shared on the stage.
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