Christian Drama: Subduing the Flesh

This is a Christian Stage Drama titled “Subduing the flesh” is inspired by the Holy Spirit through Scriptures in Galatians 5:16, Romans 6:12-14. 

 

CAST

Agent 1:Bro Seye

Agent 2: Bro Ayo

King of Flesh: GDD Bro Samuel

John: Nelson Vincent Ayomitunde

Tomiwa: Bro Stanley (Lion)

Fred: Prince Oyakhilome

 

CREW

Sound: ADD DDS

Curtain: Bro shalom and G. Brother’s Prayo d see

Makeup: Sis Chioma

Light: Sis Adeleye Mercy

Video/Photography: Bro Niyi

Director: Eberiga Mercy

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCENE 1 

(Curtain opens on Agent 1 and 2 waiting for the king of Flesh. Hi He comes in and a heated conversation ensues between them on the recruitment of new slaves)

 

Agent 1&2: Welcome master, the king of flesh

King of flesh: (Furious) This is not a time for greeting, this meeting was summoned  to strategize on the recruitment of new slaves. I am particular about the strong believers. Do you have any new plans on ground?

 

Agent 1: Master, for months now we have not rested as all hands were on deck to ensure a well structured plan is made available.

 

Agent 2: Exactly master! We were able to come up with a great plan to get new slaves among the believers and we're sure it'll be a big catch

king of Flesh: Good. Let me take a look.

 

(The plan was handed over to him. He studies it a bit, nods his head in satisfaction and demands for an explanation).

 

Agent 1: This first section explains the place of the Holyspirit in the life of the believer. It shows their strength and how they are able to withstand all our temptations.

 

Agent 2: True talk, master, the Holyspirit...the Holyspirit is the enemy, God's precious gift to His beloved.He empowers them to overcome sin and live for God's glory and purposes.

 

Agent 1:But however master,we can make the spirits power to be turned off or ignored in their lives

(kings of flesh nods his head in satisfaction)

Agent 2: And that takes us to section 2

it shows how we can use the works of the flesh to turn off Holyspirit in them.

Agent 1: We would manipulate their thoughts and make them vulnerable to flesh

king of Flesh: uhum uhum...well done agenty. I am really impressed with your plans. let no time be wasted ,all arrangements should start immediately to ensure we achieve this plans.

(they continue to discuss in an audible voice as curtain closes)

 

 

Scene 2

 

(Curtain opens on John and Fred who have two satanic agents right behind them, speaking to their hearts)

 

Agent 1: John, my dear John. I see the torment within your soul, and the constant battle that rages within you. Why do you resist the desires of the flesh? Embrace them, indulge yourself, and find true pleasure.

 

John: (struggling) No, I cannot give in. I must subdue the flesh, and overcome these temptations. There is a higher purpose to my existence.

 

Agent 2: (smirking) Higher purpose? What higher purpose can compare to the delights of the flesh? Give in, John. Set yourself free.

 

You see, your body wants this thing. You badly want it. And no, you just have to do it once. Just once! And you’d be satisfied.

 

Take a look at your phone. Check the pictures you took of her last Sunday. Is she not beautiful enough? What if she wants you too and you’re not man enough? Just push it to her this once and get it done.

 

[John clenches his fists, fighting the internal struggle… on another end of the stage, we see Fred and Agent 2 in a battle of the mind)

 

Agent 2: Can you imagine! They don’t even value you. They don’t know how to celebrate grace. After your punctuality to prayers and service to God, they didn’t even consider you for any office. With all your capital letter tongues, they chose a far lesser brother than you. That brother that just came and has no ranking in the spirit? What then is the reason for staying?

 

Fred: That’s true! Come to think of it. I’m highly anointed than he is. I have neatly polished shoes and foreign suits to match any excoship position but they chose him over me!

 

I’m leaving this fellowship. I’m annoyed with them all and I will deal with them for belittling God’s grace upon my life

 

(Fred exits the stage at this point. Agent 2 is happy that Fred leaves the scene and shakes hands with Agent 1. They move forward on the stage and silently discuss)

 

Agent 1: Congratulations my guy! You’re doing well. This my prospect is not yielding (pointing at John) I have tried all my strategies and he is not yielding to the lust of the flesh.

 

Agent 2: Let me give you an update. Have you tried to use friendly influence? Do you know any friend of his that could talk sense to his head?

 

Agent 1: Oh No! Why didn’t I think of this before now? Let me try this and see if it works.

 

(Agent 1 returns to see John praying on the stage)

 

John: Lord help me to know the devices of the enemy and walk away. Help

Me to stay sensitive and walk in the spirit so I don’t fulfil the desires of the flesh

 

Agent 1: (cuts in) You’re praying? (Laughs) I’m coming for you. I’m bringing someone close to you to fulfill my wish. You’re in my net and you’re not leaving for anything!

 

(Agent 1 leaves the scene and Tomiwa walks in)

 

Tomiwa: Guy how far? Na here you dey? No dull oh. Sarah dey find you guy. She’s waiting for you. I told you that babe really likes you but you no put eye down for her. It’s not every guy that gets the opportunity where women flock around them

 

John: (looking shocked) How did you know this is…

 

Tomiwa (cuts him short) Guy! Everyone knows she’s interested in you but you act like it’s not true. See, she’s waiting. come, I want to show you something.

 

 

 

Scene 3

 

(The scene opens with John on the stage. He shows appreciation to God that he didn’t yield to the fleshly thoughts of his heart and draws the drama to a close)

 

John: God, I’m grateful for your grace that has helped me stand strong for you. By your grace, I have not been ignorant of the devices of the enemy.

Can the king of this world come to you and find nothing of himself in you?

 

Only In submission and subjection a man can thrive

Can someone pray this moment? O lord whatever doesn't look like you in my life,take it away be it addictions,envy ,pride,lust of the eyes,lust of the flesh and the pride of life

 

Curtain closes as men pray

Topic: Subduing the flesh

Text: Galatians 5:16, Romans 6:12-14

 

CAST

Agent 1:

Agent 2: 

King of flesh:

John: 

Tomiwa: 

Fred: 

 

CREW

Sound:  

Curtain: 

Makeup:  

Light: 

Video/Photography:

Director: Eberiga Mercy

 

 

 

Scene 1

 

(Curtain opens on Agent 1 and 2 waiting for the king of Flesh. Hi He comes in and a heated conversation ensues between them on the recruitment of new slaves)

 

Agent 1&2: Welcome master, the king of flesh

King of flesh: (Furious) This is not a time for greeting, this meeting was summoned  to strategize on the recruitment of new slaves. I am particular about the strong believers. Do you have any new plans on ground?

 

Agent 1: Master, for months now we have not rested as all hands were on deck to ensure a well structured plan is made available.

 

Agent 2: Exactly master! We were able to come up with a great plan to get new slaves among the believers and we're sure it'll be a big catch

King of Flesh: Good. Let me take a look.

 

(The plan was handed over to him. He studies it a bit, nods his head in satisfaction and demands for an explanation).

 

Agent 1: This first section explains the place of the Holyspirit in the life of the believer. It shows their strength and how they are able to withstand all our temptations.

 

Agent 2: True talk, master, the Holyspirit...the Holyspirit is the enemy, God's precious gift to His beloved.He empowers them to overcome sin and live for God's glory and purposes.

 

Agent 1: However master, we can make the spirits power to be turned off or ignored in their lives (King of flesh nods his head in satisfaction)

Agent 2: And that takes us to section 2

it shows how we can use the works of the flesh to turn off Holyspirit in them.

Agent 1: We would manipulate their thoughts and make them vulnerable to flesh

king of Flesh: uhum uhum...well done agenty. I am really impressed with your plans. let no time be wasted ,all arrangements should start immediately to ensure we achieve this plans.

(they continue to discuss in an audible voice as curtain closes)

 

 

Scene 2

 

(Curtain opens on John and Fred who have two satanic agents right behind them, speaking to their hearts)

 

Agent 1: John, my dear John. I see the torment within your soul, and the constant battle that rages within you. Why do you resist the desires of the flesh? Embrace them, indulge yourself, and find true pleasure.

 

John: (struggling) No, I cannot give in. I must subdue the flesh, and overcome these temptations. There is a higher purpose to my existence.

 

Agent 2: (smirking) Higher purpose? What higher purpose can compare to the delights of the flesh? Give in, John. Set yourself free.

 

You see, your body wants this thing. You badly want it. And no, you just have to do it once. Just once! And you'd be satisfied.

 

Take a look at your phone. Check the pictures you took of her last Sunday. Is she not beautiful enough? What if she wants you too and you're not man enough? Just push it to her this once and get it done.

 

[John clenches his fists, fighting the internal struggle… on another end of the stage, we see Fred and Agent 2 in a battle of the mind)

 

Agent 2: Can you imagine! They don't even value you. They don't know how to celebrate grace. After your punctuality to prayers and service to God, they didn't even consider you for any office. With all your capital letter tongues, they chose a far lesser brother than you. That brother that just came and has no ranking in the spirit? What then is the reason for staying?

 

Fred: That's true! Come to think of it. I'm highly anointed than he is. I have neatly polished shoes and foreign suits to match any excoship position but they chose him over me!

 

I'm leaving this fellowship. I'm annoyed with them all and I will deal with them for belittling God's grace upon my life

 

(Fred exits the stage at this point. Agent 2 is happy that Fred leaves the scene and shakes hands with Agent 1. They move forward on the stage and silently discuss)

 

Agent 1: Congratulations my guy! You're doing well. This my prospect is not yielding (pointing at John) I have tried all my strategies and he is not yielding to the lust of the flesh.

 

Agent 2: Let me give you an update. Have you tried to use friendly influence? Do you know any friend of his that could talk sense to his head?

 

Agent 1: Oh No! Why didn't I think of this before now? Let me try this and see if it works.

 

(Agent 1 returns to see John praying on the stage)

 

John: Lord help me to know the devices of the enemy and walk away. Help

Me to stay sensitive and walk in the spirit so I don't fulfil the desires of the flesh

 

Agent 1: (cuts in) You're praying? (Laughs) I'm coming for you. I'm bringing someone close to you to fulfill my wish. You're in my net and you're not leaving for anything!

 

(Agent 1 leaves the scene and Tomiwa walks in)

 

Tomiwa: Guy how far? Na here you dey? No dull oh. Sarah dey find you guy. She's waiting for you. I told you that babe really likes you but you no put eye down for her. It's not every guy that gets the opportunity where women flock around them

 

John: (looking shocked) How did you know this is…

 

Tomiwa (cuts him short) Guy! Everyone knows she's interested in you but you act like it's not true. See, she's waiting. come, I want to show you something.

 

 

 

Scene 3

 

(The scene opens with John on the stage. He shows appreciation to God that he didn't yield to the fleshly thoughts of his heart and draws the drama to a close)

 

John: God, I'm grateful for your grace that has helped me stand strong for you. By your grace, I have not been ignorant of the devices of the enemy.

Can the king of this world come to you and find nothing of himself in you?

 

Only In submission and subjection a man can thrive

Can someone pray this moment? O lord whatever doesn't look like you in my life,take it away be it addictions,envy ,pride,lust of the eyes,lust of the flesh and the pride of life

 

(Curtain closes as men pray)

 

 

You can watch the drama ministration below

 

 

Title: Subduing the Flesh

Scene 1: The Temptation

[The stage is dimly lit. John is sitting alone in a dimly lit room, reflecting on his struggles. Suddenly, a seductive voice - coming as the devil - echoes through the room.]

Devil: (seductively) John, my dear John. I see the torment within your soul, the constant battle that rages within you. Why do you resist the desires of the flesh? Embrace them, indulge yourself, and find true pleasure.

John: (struggling) No, I cannot give in. I must subdue the flesh, overcome these temptations. There is a higher purpose to my existence.

Devil: (smirking) Higher purpose? What higher purpose can compare to the delights of the flesh? Give in, John. Set yourself free.

You see, your body wants this thing. You badly want it. And no, you just have to do it once. Just once! And you’d be satisfied.

Take a look at your phone. Check the pictures you took of her last Sunday. Is she not beautiful enough? What if she wants you too and you’re not man enough? Just push it to her this once and get it done. 

[John clenches his fists, fighting the internal struggle. The voice fades away as the stage lights go off.]

Scene 2

[The stage brightens. John is seated, drinking (coke/Fanta) with his friend, Tomiwa in a restaurant. Sarah is seated on a separate table.

Tomiwa: Sarah has been showing a lot of interest in you lately. Just be careful, guy. You know your values.

John: (nervously) Yeah, I know. It's been hard to resist her advances, but I need to stay true to my faith and convictions.

[Sarah, noticing their conversation, flashes a seductive smile and joins in.]

Sarah: Hey, boys. What's the topic of discussion? Something juicy?

Tomiwa: (smirking) Not at all, just talking about the upcoming church retreat. You should come, Sarah. It'll be a great way to connect with some amazing people.

Sarah: (leaning in, teasingly) Oh, Tomiwa, I'm sure I could find other ways to connect with amazing people. Maybe even one person in particular/Especially Bro John. (She touches John on his shoulder)

[John shifts uncomfortably in his chair, trying to maintain composure.]

John: Sarah, I’ve noticed your moves and I appreciate your interest, but I'm committed to my faith. I can't compromise my beliefs for temporary pleasure.

Sarah: (mockingly) Faith, huh? You Christians always seem to have all these rules and restrictions. Don't you ever want to let loose and have some fun?

John: It's not about having fun at any cost, Sarah. It's about living a life of integrity and honoring God's design for relationships.

[Sarah leans closer, her voice lowering seductively.]

Sarah: John, don't you ever wonder what it would be like? To give in to your desires, to experience that passion without restraint?

John: (firmly) Sarah, I have desires, but I believe in channeling them in a way that is pure and respectful. I want a relationship built on love, trust, and shared values.

[Sarah looks momentarily taken aback, a mix of curiosity and frustration evident on her face.]

Sarah: You're different, John. I can't deny that. But I must tell you you’re missing out on so much.

John: Perhaps. But I choose to trust that by remaining faithful to my convictions, I will find something even more incredible—a love that is lasting, meaningful, and aligned with my faith.

[Sarah pauses, contemplating his words. She slowly stands up, with a newfound respect in her eyes.]

Sarah: John, I never thought I would say this, but I admire your strength and conviction. I hope you find what you're looking for.

[Sarah walks away, leaving John and Tomiwa sitting in silence. John takes a deep breath, a mixture of relief and lingering temptation still present.]

John: Hmmmmm (deep sigh)

Tomiwa: (patting John’s back) That was tough, man, but you did the right thing. Stay strong, my friend. Your faith in God will guide you. Like Joseph, you have refused to do a sinful thing and sin against God.

[John nods, grateful for the support, and the scene fades out with a renewed sense of resolve.]

Scene 3: 

[John is seated in a personal space where he’s meditating. Suddenly, the devil appears, trying to tempt John once again.]

Devil: (whispering) You John! You’ve come so far, but can you truly resist? The desires of the flesh are always lurking, waiting for a moment of weakness. Ive told you to embrace them, and let yourself experience pure pleasure.

John: (calmly) I have learned to master my desires, Lucifer. I have discovered God’s strength within me that goes beyond the flesh. The pursuit of pleasure alone leads to emptiness. True fulfillment lies in embracing a higher purpose beyond the temporary satisfaction of the flesh.

[John remains composed, unaffected by the devil’s words. Lucifer, frustrated, gradually disappears into the shadows.]

Devil: (fading away) You may have won this battle, John, but the war is far from over. I will return.

[John continues his meditation, finding solace in his newfound understanding.)The scene ends