Episode 2779: CHRISTIAN BIBLE DRAMA SERIES, CHRISTMAS EDITION (REVISED) by Rev. Dr. Errol E. Leslie - a podcast by Ric Bratton
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Christian Bible Drama Series, Christmas Edition (Revised Edition): Two Musicals: Same Story, Same Message, Same Jesus, Different Stories by Rev. Dr. Errol E. Leslie
In the gospel of John, the writer ends the story by stating the purpose of writing the Gospel. This purpose is recorded in verses 30 and 31 of chapter 20.
Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
Based on this ending, it stands to reason that for even the other Bible stories which are included in scripture, many details have been left out because the respective writers can say so much and no more. Have you ever wondered what details might have been left out of the Christmas narrative as we know them? It is that kind of curiosity which sparked the imaginative thoughts that brought these two Christmas musicals together.
The characters were normal human beings with emotions. If you think of it, Joseph would have been jealous and angry when he thought that Mary was unfaithful to him. That kind of emotion might have led to a verbal showdown between the two until the angel appeared to Joseph directly. In turn, Mary must have been pretty distraught that Joseph kept accusing her wrongly and that he continued to question her integrity. Why was he going to break off the engagement? Did he not trust and have confidence in the innocent virgin? Both Mary and Joseph would have had parents too, so how did they come into the picture? What were their immediate thoughts when news of the miracle pregnancy unfolded? There might have been uncertainty and confusion, even among the people of God. One may even assume that there may have been gossips in that society who, like some persons in this day and age, just enjoyed embellishing stories which sounded juicy.
Rev. Dr. Errol E. Leslie, founder of Grace and Mercy Ministries Inc. in Palm Bay, FL, is an immigrant from Jamaica. With a background as a Methodist minister, he has served in multiple United Methodist Church congregations across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida. Reverend Leslie prioritizes evangelism, Bible study, youth work, missions, and Christian outreach. His ministry includes establishing or improving food-sharing ministries and actively engaging with parishioners through visits and prayer. A talented musician and playwright, he has written Christian plays and skits, composed music, and released multiple gospel music albums. Reverend Leslie holds a BA in theology from the University of the West Indies and a D. Min from Columbia Theological Seminary.
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