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The Christmas Story (1st
ed) by Rev. Dr. Leonidas A. Johnson
The VOICE 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Narrator 1 1 And
it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from
Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2 (And this taxing was first made when
Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And
all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4 And
Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of
Narrator 2 2 But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting. (Mic. 5:2)
Narrator 1 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
Narrator 2 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily. 20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying,
Angel 1 Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. Narrator 2 22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, 23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. 24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife: 25 And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS. (Matt. 1:18-25)
7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them,
Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy,
which shall be to all people. 11
For unto you is born this day in the city of Narrator 2 6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. (Isa. 9:6-7)
Narrator 1 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
Angels 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
Narrator 2 14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. (Isa 7:14)
Narrator 1 15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another,
Shepherds Let us now go even unto 16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 17 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. 18 And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. 19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. ( Luke 2:1-20 ) 1 Now
when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the
king, behold, there came wise men from the east to
Wise Men Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.
Narrator 1 3 When
Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and
all
Wise Men In
Narrator 1 7 Then
Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them
diligently what time the star appeared. 8 And
he sent them to
King Herod Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also. Narrator
1
Angel 3 Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into
Narrator 1 14 When
he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and
departed into
Narrator 2 Out of
The Voice Amen.
Rev. Dr. Leonidas A. Johnson 12/25/2008 References: John 3:16, Luke 2:1-20, Matt. 1:18-25, Matt 2:1-15, Mic. 5:2, Isa. 7:14, Isa. 9:6-7
Parts: 1. The Voice 2. Narrator 1 3. Narrator 2 4. Angel 1 5. Angel 2 6. Angel 3 7. Shepherds 8. Wise Men 9. King Herod Copyright 2008 Johnson Living Trust, Leonidas A. Johnson
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