A Contemporary Take on the Standard Christmas Story

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WHAT:

A humorous yet faithful modern retelling of the Nativity story. Mary and Joseph live in today’s world, using phones, apps, GPS, digital maps, websites, and modern transportation — but the biblical events unfold exactly as Scripture teaches. Angels send divine messages, shepherds still praise God, wise men still follow the star, and Jesus is still born in Bethlehem. The modern elements simply create funny situations, misunderstandings, and contemporary moments that make the familiar story feel fresh.

THEME:

God’s message is timeless—His salvation reaches every generation, in every culture, in every era.

WHO:

• Mary
  
  

• Joseph
  
  

• Angel (Gabriel)
  
  

• Innkeeper
  
  

• Shepherds (1–2)
  
  

• Wise Men (2–3)
  
  

• Narrator (optional but helpful)
  
  

HOW:

A blend of modern comedy and biblical reverence. The script uses props like phones, tablets, GPS voices, and laptops, but the emotional beats remain rooted in Scripture. Each scene mirrors the original Nativity story but translates it into today’s world—creating humor, relatability, and a strong message.

PROPS:

• Phones & chargers
  
  

• Tablet or laptop
  
  

• GPS device or phone with “direction voice”
  
  

• Backpacks or travel bags
  
  

• Motel/Inn sign
  
  

• Glow stick or star prop
  
  

• Simple manger setup
  
  

TIME:

20 minutes