The Sermon on the Mount | Jesus' Teachings Bible Reader's Theater Script

This reader’s theater script for The Sermon on the Mount is based on the account from Matthew 5 - 7. The story focuses on the themes of Happiness, Love, Forgiveness, and Trust. This script is perfect for supplementing bible class, reading practice, small group reading, centers/stations or just getting comfortable reading in public.

Product Info:

An editable DOCX format (15 pages) which contains:

1) Teacher Tips & Answer Key

• CCSS Alignment
• Teacher Tips for use as both RT and Play/Skit
• Answer Keys for Worksheet
• Themes & Discussion Question Prompts

2) Readers Theater Script

• ~5 Characters, ~1650 words

3) Script Worksheet

• 10 Vocabulary Words
• 10 Short-Answer Comprehension Questions: Comprehension and recall questions based solely on the script
• Character Traits: Covers the main characters, students provide direct quotes from the script that demonstrate each character's traits
• Story Plot Elements: Students identify which scenes demonstrate the Setting, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action and Conclusion.

Script Summary:

Jesus went up a mountainside where a crowd gathered, and He taught what we call the Sermon on the Mount. He began with the Beatitudes, explaining who is truly blessed in God’s eyes—those who rely on Him, show mercy, and seek peace. He said His followers are like salt and light, influencing the world for good. Jesus explained He wasn’t canceling God’s old laws but giving them deeper meaning. He taught about loving enemies, forgiving instead of staying angry, helping others secretly rather than for praise, trusting God instead of worrying, and treating others the way we want to be treated. Finally, He warned to build our lives on His words, like a wise person building on solid rock.