Problem-Free Christianity

A short drama with a powerful reminder: Faith doesn't make life problem-free—it gives us strength through the storm.

In this engaging and thought-provoking skit, three friends gather for a candid conversation that challenges assumptions about what it means to follow Christ. When X arrives late from a tough day at work, Y and Z are quick to judge the struggles of others—but X gently reminds them that Christianity is not a guarantee of a trouble-free life. Instead, it offers something deeper: hope, resilience, and the strength that comes from God.

Perfect for church services, small groups, or youth events, this minimal-set production is easy to stage and rich with insight.

• 💬 Characters: 3 (gender flexible, early to middle age)
• 🎤 Simple staging: Bare stage, no props, optional mics
• 👔 Costumes: One in business attire, two in casual clothing
• ⏱️ Duration: Short and impactful
• 🕊️ Theme: Faith during real-life struggles

Characters:

• X (likely in business clothing)
• Y and Z (in leisure clothing)

Setting: Bare stage to indicate hurried meeting
Sound: Mikes as required
Props: None

[At opening, Y and Z are standing at center stage. X hurries on, speaks.]

X:
Hi, guys. Sorry I'm late. Got held up at work. Client called, big problems, scary stuff.

Y:
Scary? Oh, right, you are a social worker, right? Must be exciting.

X:
I'm not sure I'd call it exciting, but there never is a dull moment.

Z:
How can you handle your job, X? I mean, you being a Christian and all. Seeing the kind of people you deal with, and the kind of stuff they are into.

X:
Well, Z, "the kind of people I deal with", as you put it, includes some Christians as well as non-Christians.

Z:
Christians? Nah! I mean, they obviously couldn't really be Christians if their lives are that messed up.

X:
Unfortunately, Z, being a Christian does not necessarily exclude us from the possibility of having problems in our life.

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