God's Big Story

PRAYER: What is Praise? 01.06.2026 22min

Kids will learn that prayer is how we talk with God and that one important type of prayer is praise. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Prayer is how we talk with God. ✨ We pray to God the Father, through Jesus the Son, by the power of the Holy Spirit. 🎉 Praise is telling God how great He is. ⛓️ Paul and Silas praised God even while they were in prison. ❤️ God is always good and worthy of praise, no matter our circumstances. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 16:25 🏡 Try This at Home: 🙌 As a family, take turns sharing one thing you love about God and praise Him for it. 📝 Write or say a short prayer of praise together before bed. 📖 Read Acts 16:25-34 and talk about why Paul and Silas were able to praise God even in prison. 🎵 Sing the Lord's Prayer song together and practice memorizing Jesus' example of prayer. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: God wants to talk with us. The primary way God talks with us is through the _____ (BIBLE) The primary way we talk to God is through ______ (PRAYER) We pray TO the _____ (FATHER) We pray THROUGH the _____ (SON) We pray BY the power of the _____ (HOLY SPIRIT) True or False? One type of prayer is praise? (TRUE) True or False? God only listens to our prayers at dinnertime? (FALSE! GOD IS ATTENTIVE, HE ALWAYS HEARS AND RESPONDS TO HIS PEOPLE) 🎶 Song Featured: The Lord's Prayer by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Village Kids⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: God Rescues Peter From Prison 25.05.2026 22min

Kids will learn about Peter and John healing a man who was paralyzed through the power of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. They’ll discover that God is still in charge of everything, that miracles show God’s power, and that the church continues sharing the good news about Jesus with boldness. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🔒 Peter was put in prison for telling people about Jesus. 🙏 The church prayed together and asked God to help Peter. 👼 God sent an angel to rescue Peter from prison. ✨ Miracles are amazing things that show God’s power. ❤️ God hears the prayers of His children and cares for them. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 12:7-8 🏡 Try This at Home: 🙏 As a family, make a list of things or people you want to pray for this week. 📝 Write down your prayers and come back later to talk about how God answered them. 📖 Read Acts chapter 12 together and talk about how God cared for Peter. 💬 Share about a time God answered a prayer in your family. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who was angry that Peter was telling people about Jesus? (KING HEROD) What did King Herod do to Peter for telling people about Jesus? (HE THREW PETER IN PRISON) When the church in Jerusalem heard that Peter was thrown in Prison, what did they do? (THEY PRAYED) What did King Herod do to make sure that Peter could not escape? (HE PUT GUARDS AND CHAINS AROUND HIM) While Peter was in prison, what appeared to help him? (AN ANGEL OF GOD) What did the angel tell Peter to do? (TO PUT ON HIS SANDALS AND FOLLOW THE ANGEL OUT OF THE PRISON) Did God respond to the prayers of His people? (YES!) 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠God Wants to Talk with Us by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Village Kids⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: Peter & John Heal a Man 18.05.2026 24min

Kids will learn about Peter and John healing a man who was paralyzed through the power of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. They’ll discover that God is still in charge of everything, that miracles show God’s power, and that the church continues sharing the good news about Jesus with boldness. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: ✨ Peter and John were apostles, special followers sent by Jesus to help lead the early church. 🦽 A man who could not walk asked Peter and John for money outside the temple. 🙌 Through the power of Jesus, Peter and John healed the man so he could walk. 🌟 Miracles are amazing things that show God’s power. 📣 Many people believed in Jesus after seeing the miracle and hearing the good news. Helpful Definitions: DISCIPLE — A friend or follower of Jesus APOSTLE — Someone who was sent on a special mission by Jesus and was given special power and authority too. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 3:6-7 🏡 Try This at Home: 🚶 Go on a walk together as a family and talk about ways God has cared for and helped you. 📖 Read Acts chapter 3 together and talk about why the healed man praised God. 🙏 Pray for someone who is sick or hurting and ask God to help and heal them. 💬 Talk about how sharing the good news about Jesus can help other people trust him too. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: What were the names of the two apostles who went to the temple? (PETER AND JOHN) Who did they see sitting outside the temple? (A PARALYZED MAN) What did he ask Peter and John to give him? (MONEY) Did Peter and John give the man money? (NO) What did they give him instead? (THEY HEALED HIM THROUGH THE POWER OF JESUS.) What is it called when God does something amazing that doesn’t normally happen to show his power? (A MIRACLE!) 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠God's in Charge of Everything by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Village Kids⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: The Church Begins 11.05.2026 21min

Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit gives us power, courage, and understanding to follow Jesus and share the good news. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🕊️ After Jesus went back to heaven, the Holy Spirit helped people believe in Jesus. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus is part of the church, God’s family. 🏛️ The church is not just a building. The church is God’s people gathering together. 🎶 The early church worshiped God, learned from His Word, prayed, and cared for one another. 🌍 God is still growing his church today as more people hear the good news about Jesus. Helpful Definitions: THE CHURCH — Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 2:46-47 🏡 Try This at Home: ❤️ As a family, think of one way you can serve or encourage another family from your church this week. 🍽️ Share a meal with friends or family and thank God for giving us his church family. 📖 Read Acts 2:46–47 together and talk about what the early church did together. 🙏 Pray and thank God for the people in your church who help you learn about and love Jesus more. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus is called the... (THE CHURCH) The Church is God’s… (FAMILY) Who started the Church? (GOD) What does the Church do because God loves them? (THEY WORSHIP GOD) What is worship? (WORSHIP IS TELLING AND SHOWING GOD THAT YOU LOVE HIM, TOO!) What are some ways the Church worships together? (LISTENING TO AND OBEYING HIS WORD, SINGING ABOUT HOW GOOD GOD IS, LOVING OTHERS, AND GOING ALL OVER THE WORLD TO TELL EVERYONE THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT JESUS!) Is God still bringing more and more people into His family? (YES!) What is the Church waiting for? (FOR JESUS TO COME BACK, MAKE ALL THINGS NEW, AND BE WITH GOD FOREVER!) 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠The Church is God's Family by ⁠⁠⁠The Village Kids⁠⁠⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: God Helps Peter Tell Others About Jesus 04.05.2026 21min

Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit gives us power, courage, and understanding to follow Jesus and share the good news. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🕊️ The Holy Spirit helped Peter be brave to share the good news about Jesus. 🗣️ Peter told the crowd that Jesus is alive and came to save sinners. ❤️ Many people believed the message, repented, and trusted Jesus. 🙌 About 3,000 people became part of God’s family in one day. 🌍 The good news of Jesus is the best news ever—and it’s meant to be shared. Helpful Definitions: THE HOLY SPIRIT — The Helper. He gives us new hearts, helps us talk with God, and helps us understand the Bible. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 2:37–38 🏡 Try This at Home: 🗨️ Practice telling someone the good news: Jesus came to save sinners like you and me. 📖 Read Acts 2:37–38 together and talk about what it means to repent and believe. 🙏 Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to help you be brave like Peter. 👨‍👩‍👧 Celebrate how God is growing his family by talking about who you know that loves Jesus. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who did God send to help Peter and the Disciples after Jesus went back up to heaven? (THE HOLY SPIRIT!) What was the name of the special day that the Holy Spirit came to help the disciples and Peter share news about God? (PENTECOST!) Was the news that Peter shared with the crowd good news or bad news? (GOOD!) What was the good news that Peter shared? (JESUS CAME TO SAVE SINNERS!) How many people loved and trusted Jesus that day? (3,000) On the day of Pentecost, what did the 3,000 people do after they believed in Jesus. (GOT BAPTIZED!) 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners by ⁠⁠The Village Kids⁠⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: God Sends a Helper 27.04.2026 19min

Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit gives us power, courage, and understanding to follow Jesus and share the good news. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🔥 The Holy Spirit is God and was sent by Jesus to help his followers. 🌬️ At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came with the sound of wind and what looked like fire. 🗣️ The disciples were able to speak in different languages to share the good news. 💪 The Holy Spirit gives us courage, helps us understand the Bible, and points us to Jesus. ❤️ God never leaves his people alone—he is always with us through the Holy Spirit. Helpful Definitions: THE HOLY SPIRIT — The Helper. He gives us new hearts, helps us talk with God, and helps us understand the Bible. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 2:7-8 🏡 Try This at Home: 🙏 Ask the Holy Spirit to help you be brave and tell someone about Jesus. 📖 Read Acts 2 together as a family and talk about what happened at Pentecost. 🗣️ Practice praying and asking God to help you understand the Bible. 💬 Talk about ways God helps you every day, even when you don’t see it. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who did Jesus send to be with His disciples and help them? (THE HOLY SPIRIT) The Holy Spirit helps God’s people in lots of ways like: He gives us new hearts, helps us talk with God, and helps us understand the _____? (BIBLE) What was the day called when the Holy Spirit came to the disciples? (PENTECOST) When the Helper came, what did it sound like? (WIND) What appeared above their heads but did not hurt them? (FIRE) Who heard and understood the disciples when they were speaking in different languages? (PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD WHO WERE IN THE CITY) Did those people love and trust Jesus? (YES!) 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠God is Good⁠ by ⁠The Village Kids⁠ If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE CHURCH: God is in Heaven 20.04.2026 22min

Kids will learn that Jesus is alive and in heaven right now, ruling over everything as King. They’ll discover what heaven is like, what Jesus is doing there, and why we can trust him as the good and powerful ruler who is bringing people into God’s family. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 👑 Jesus is alive and in heaven, ruling and reigning over everything. 🌤️ Heaven is the perfect place where God lives, and there is no sin, sadness, or sickness. ✝️ Jesus finished his work on earth—living perfectly, dying for sin, and rising again. 📣 Jesus is waiting as his followers share the good news with the world. ❤️ Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus will one day be with God forever. Helpful Definitions: THE CHURCH — Those who love and trust Jesus. 📖 Bible Passage: Romans 8:34 🏡 Try This at Home: 🎨 Draw a picture of what you think Jesus looks like sitting on his throne in heaven. 🗣️ Talk together about what makes heaven so special and why being with God is the best. 📖 Read Romans 8:34 as a family and discuss what it means that Jesus is at the right hand of God. 🙏 Thank God in prayer that Jesus is in control and always does what is good. ❓ 5-Second Fly Through Review: What is heaven? (THE PLACE WHERE GOD LIVES) What is special about heaven? (GOD IS THERE AND SIN IS NOT) Where is Jesus right now? (IN HEAVEN WITH GOD THE FATHER) Why is Jesus sitting down? (HIS WORK IS FINISHED) Why is Jesus sitting on a throne? (HE IS THE KING!) What is Jesus waiting for His followers to do? (GO AND TELL EVERYONE EVERYWHERE THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT HIM) Why do God’s people want to be with Him forever in heaven? (BECAUSE GOD IS GOOD AND BEING WITH HIM IS THE BEST!) 🎶 Song Featured: God is Good by The Village Kids If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Review + Game for Kids! 13.04.2026 23min

In this special review episode, kids will review everything they’ve learned about the life and ministry of Jesus—from his miracles to his love for sinners. They’ll also hear answers to big questions about God, sin, the church, and God’s love, helping them better understand the gospel and how it shapes their lives. Big Truth: The Bible is God’s true word, and it teaches us everything we need to know about God and his plan to save sinners. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 📖 Kids will review key truths about Jesus’ life, miracles, death, and resurrection. 🧠 They’ll hear answers to important questions about God, sin, the church, and God’s love. ❤️ They’ll understand that all people are sinners who need Jesus as their Savior. 🌍 They’ll learn that God is building a family and sending his people to share the good news everywhere. 🎵 Song in This Episode: 🎶 God Is Good — a worship song celebrating God’s goodness and faithfulness. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🍽️ Share what you learned by playing a “true or false” Bible game together at dinner. 📖 Read Genesis 1–3 or Acts 2 as a family to go deeper on questions from the episode. 🙏 Pray together, thanking God for who he is and asking him to help your family love and trust him more.

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Eats with His Disciples / Jesus Goes Back to Heaven 06.04.2026 21min

Kids will learn what Jesus did after he rose from the dead and how he spent time with his disciples before returning to heaven. They’ll hear how Jesus gave his followers an important mission—to go and tell everyone the good news that he came to save sinners—and that we get to be part of that mission too. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 🌅 Kids will learn that Jesus really rose from the dead and spent time with his disciples. 🐟 They’ll hear about the miracle catch of 153 fish and how Jesus showed his power again. 📣 They’ll understand that Jesus gave his followers a mission to go and tell others the good news. 🌍 They’ll see that all believers—even kids—can be part of sharing that message. 📖 Bible Passage: John 21 🧠 Big Truth: Jesus sends his followers to tell the world that he came to save sinners. 🏡 Try This at Home: 📖 Read John 21 together as a family and talk about what Jesus told his disciples to do. 💬 Practice sharing the good news by asking your child, “How would you tell a friend that Jesus came to save sinners?” 🙏 Pray together for missionaries and for people around the world who have not yet heard about Jesus. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners⁠⁠⁠ by The Village Kids Don’t miss out: Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Hope Springs⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening now! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Dies & Comes Back to Life 30.03.2026 24min

Kids will learn why Jesus had to die on the cross and how his death paid the punishment for our sin. They’ll also hear the good news that Jesus didn’t stay dead—he rose again, defeating sin and death so that anyone who trusts him can be with God forever. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: ✝️ Kids will learn that Jesus died on the cross to take the punishment for our sin. ❤️ They’ll see that even though Jesus was perfect and never sinned, he chose to die because of God’s great love for us. 🌅 They’ll celebrate that Jesus didn’t stay dead—he rose again, defeating sin and death forever. 📖 Bible Passage: Luke 23–24 🧠 Big Truth: ✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. Jesus died and rose again to save sinners. 🏡 Try This at Home: 📖 Read Luke 23–24 together as a family and talk about what happened when Jesus died and rose again. 🙏 Spend time praying together, thanking Jesus for taking the punishment for our sin and making a way for us to be with God forever. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners⁠⁠ by The Village Kids Don’t miss out: Follow ⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Hope Springs⁠⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening now! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus' Triumphal Entry & Last Supper 23.03.2026 25min

Kids will learn that Jesus is the promised King who came to Jerusalem to save sinners, not just to be welcomed by a crowd. They’ll also see how the special meal Jesus shared with his disciples points to the cross and helps us remember that he gave his life to rescue his people. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 👑 Kids will learn that Jesus is the promised King who came to save sinners. 🌿 They’ll hear how Jesus entered Jerusalem to shouts of praise. 🍞 They’ll also learn about the special meal Jesus shared with his disciples before going to the cross. 📖 Bible Passage: Matthew 21:8–9 🧠 Big Truth: ✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. Jesus shared a special meal with his disciples and showed them that he was about to give his body and blood to rescue his people from sin. 🏡 Try This at Home: 📖 Read part of the Easter story together from one of the Gospels. 💬 Ask your child, “What does this story show us about Jesus?” 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners⁠ by The Village Kids Don’t miss out: Follow ⁠⁠Welcome to Hope Springs⁠⁠ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening now! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves Zacchaeus 16.03.2026 21min

Anna and Matt tell the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector who climbed a tree just to see Jesus. Through this story from Luke 19, we'll learn that Jesus came to save sinners and that Jesus has the power to change our hearts. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 🌳 Jesus sees us. Jesus noticed Zacchaeus even when he was hiding in a tree. ❤️ Jesus loves sinners. Zacchaeus had done wrong things, but Jesus still wanted to spend time with him. 🔄 Jesus changes hearts. After meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus wanted to make things right. ✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. He died on the cross and rose again so we can be forgiven and follow him. 📖 Bible Passage: Luke 19:1–10 🧠 Big Truth: ✝️ Jesus came to save sinners. He died on the cross and rose again so we can be forgiven and follow him. 🏡 Try This at Home: This week, think of one way you can be generous, like: Helping someone who needs groceries Giving money to help people in need Sharing your time to help someone else Generosity is one way we show that Jesus is changing our hearts. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids Don’t miss out: Follow ⁠Welcome to Hope Springs⁠ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening now! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves Children 09.03.2026 20min

Anna and Matt explore a wonderful truth: God wants to talk with us. Through the story of Jesus welcoming children in Mark 10:13–16, we learn that Jesus loves spending time with them and that they can talk with God anytime through prayer. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 🙌 God loves children. Jesus welcomed kids and wanted them to come to him. 📖 God speaks to us through the Bible. His Word helps us know who he is and what he has done. ❤️ Children are precious to God. Every person is valuable because God made them. 📖 Bible Passage: Mark 10:13–16 🧠 Big Truth: 🙏 God wants to talk with us. We can speak to God anytime through prayer. 🏡 Try This at Home: Practice praying together as a family this week. Use this simple pattern: Praise: Tell God how great he is. Thanks: Thank God for something he has done. Ask: Ask God for help with something. Pray for Others: Pray for a friend or family member. Remember: You don’t need fancy words. God loves hearing from you. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠God Wants to Talk With Us by The Village Kids Don’t miss out: Follow Welcome to Hope Springs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening now! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

Parent Talk: Helping Your Kids Build a Bible Reading Habit 02.03.2026 9min

Anna and Matt encourage parents to build one simple but powerful habit in their homes: regular Bible reading. Research shows that the single biggest predictor of long-term vibrant faith in kids is whether they regularly read the Bible while growing up—and the good news is, it doesn’t have to be complicated. A recent Lifeway study found: Only 29% of kids in Christian households regularly read their Bible. The spiritual activity with the greatest long-term impact on faith was consistent Bible reading. Here are simple ways to build a Bible-reading rhythm in your home: 📚 Use Age-Appropriate Bibles Board books for babies Toddler storybook Bibles Preschool and elementary Bibles 365-day children’s Bibles Kids’ Bible reading plans Bible journals or coloring books for older kids 🎵 Reinforce Throughout the Day Memory verse songs Scripture-based podcasts Worship music tied to what you're reading 🏡 A Simple Daily Rhythm Read. Pray. Sing. 📖 Read one short Bible story. 🙏 Pray a simple 10-second prayer. 🎶 Sing a worship song together. Attach it to a moment that already happens—like bedtime. 💬 Phrases to Use Often “The Bible is God’s true word. It is from God, about God, and it is true.” “God is talking to us right now in His Word.” “Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your Word.” (Psalm 119:18) 🙌 Encouragement for Parents Miss a night? Grace. Start again tomorrow. Celebrate milestones—finishing a Bible, memorizing a verse, remembering a story. Ordinary moments—like a three-minute bedtime story—shape extraordinary faith. You are not doing this alone. You are partnering with the Holy Spirit, who loves your child even more than you do. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves the Woman at the Well 23.02.2026 20min

Kids hear the powerful story of Jesus meeting the Samaritan woman at the well. Through this conversation, Jesus reveals that He came to save sinners—not just one group of people, but anyone who believes in Him. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 💧 Jesus met a Samaritan woman at a well 🌍 Jesus came to save people from every nation 🤍 Jesus knows our sin but still loves us 🗣️ We can tell others the good news about Jesus ✝️ Jesus is the promised Savior (Messiah) 📖 Bible Passage: John 4:25–26 🧠 Big Truth: Jesus came to save sinners. And that good news is for everyone. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🗣️ Share the Good News: Tell a family member or friend one thing you learned about Jesus. 💧 Water Reminder: Every time you drink water this week, remember that Jesus gives living water that saves. 📖 Read Together: Read John 4 as a family and talk about why the woman was surprised Jesus spoke to her. 🤝 Love Others: Think of someone different from you and pray for them this week. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids Grab your copy of Sing the Bible: 52 Bible Verses for Kids to Learn and Sing wherever books are sold or visit ⁠⁠⁠HarvestHousePublishers.com/Sing⁠⁠⁠ — and start singing God’s Word together! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Heals the Paralytic Man 16.02.2026 20min

Kids learn that God is good through the powerful story of Jesus healing a man who could not walk. When four faithful friends bring the man to Jesus, he not only heals the man’s body but also forgives his sins—showing that Jesus has the power to heal both hearts and lives. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 🛏️ Jesus healed a man who could not walk 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Faithful friends help bring others to Jesus ✝️ Jesus has power to forgive sins 💛 God cares about our bodies and our hearts 🙌 God is good in everything He does 📖 Bible Passage: Mark 2:1–12 🧠 Big Truth: God is good. Jesus shows God’s goodness by healing people and forgiving sin. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🙏 Pray for Someone: Think of someone who is sick or hurting and pray for God to heal them. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Be a Good Friend: Talk about ways you can help bring friends closer to Jesus. 📖 Read Together: Read Mark 2:1–12 as a family and imagine being in the crowded house. ❤️ Heart Check: Talk about how Jesus heals our hearts, not just our bodies. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠God is Good by The Village Kids Grab your copy of Sing the Bible: 52 Bible Verses for Kids to Learn and Sing wherever books are sold or visit ⁠⁠HarvestHousePublishers.com/Sing⁠⁠ — and start singing God’s Word together! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Walks on Water 09.02.2026 21min

In this episode of God’s Big Story, kids learn that God is in charge of everything through the incredible story of Jesus walking on water. As the disciples face a terrifying storm, Jesus shows His power over creation, reminding them—and us—that we never have to be afraid when God is in control. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: 🌊 Jesus walked on water to show He is God ⛵ God is in charge of the wind, waves, and every storm 😨 Fear can grow when we forget who is in control ✝️ We can call out to Jesus when we feel afraid 🙌 Jesus deserves our trust and worship 📖 Bible Passage: Matthew 14:25–33 🧠 Big Truth: God is in charge of everything. Nothing is outside His power—not even storms or the sea. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🌌 Look Around: Go outside and name things God is in charge of—stars, wind, trees, animals, and more. 🙏 Pray About Fear: Talk with God about something that makes you feel afraid. 📖 Read Together: Read Matthew 14:25–33 as a family and imagine being in the boat. 🗣️ Faith Talk: Ask, “When have I felt like Peter—brave at first but then afraid?” 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠⁠God's In Charge of Everything by The Village Kids Grab your copy of Sing the Bible: 52 Bible Verses for Kids to Learn and Sing wherever books are sold or visit ⁠HarvestHousePublishers.com/Sing⁠ — and start singing God’s Word together! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Feeds the 5000 02.02.2026 22min

We'll learn that God is good through an amazing miracle Jesus performed when He fed thousands of people with just five loaves of bread and two fish. This true story from the Bible shows that Jesus has God’s power, cares deeply for people, and meets our greatest need—to be saved from sin. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: What a miracle is and why Jesus performed miracles Why we can trust that the Bible is God’s true word How Jesus fed more than 5,000 people with a very small amount of food That God cares for both our physical needs and our hearts Why Jesus came to save sinners and show that God is good 📖 Bible Passage: Mark 6:41–43 🧠 Big Truth: God is good. Jesus showed God’s goodness and power through miracles—and by coming to save sinners like us. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🍞 Read Together: Read Mark 6:41–43 as a family and talk about what surprised you most in the story. 🙏 Thankfulness Game: Take turns thanking God for good gifts He’s given you until someone runs out of ideas. ❤️ Talk It Through: Ask, “What does this story teach us about how Jesus cares for people?” 🎶 Sing It Again: Sing the song from today’s episode and talk about what it means that God is good. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠⁠God is Good by The Village Kids Grab your copy of Sing the Bible: 52 Bible Verses for Kids to Learn and Sing wherever books are sold or visit HarvestHousePublishers.com/Sing — and start singing God’s Word together! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Chooses the 12 Disciples 26.01.2026 23min

Kids learn how Jesus chose twelve ordinary people to be His disciples and invited them to follow Him. Through the calling of fishermen and a tax collector, we see that Jesus didn’t choose perfect people—He chose sinners He loved and came to save. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: What a disciple is and what it means to follow Jesus Why Jesus chose ordinary people—not famous or important ones How Jesus called fishermen and a tax collector to follow Him That Jesus doesn’t wait for people to be perfect before loving them Why Jesus came to save sinners and invites us to follow Him too 📖 Bible Passage: Matthew 4:18–22 🧠 Big Truth: Jesus came to save sinners. He lovingly calls ordinary people to follow Him and uses them to share the good news about who He is. 🏡 Try This at Home: 🐟 Read Together: Read Matthew 4:18–22 as a family and talk about what the disciples left behind to follow Jesus. 💬 Tell a Story: Ask a family member or friend who follows Jesus when they first decided to follow Him. 🙏 Pray Together: Thank God that He loves and calls imperfect people—including us. 👣 Follow Jesus This Week: Talk about one way your family can follow Jesus through love, kindness, or obedience. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners⁠ by The Village Kids If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus is Baptized & Tempted 19.01.2026 24min

We learn how Jesus began His ministry by being baptized and then facing temptation in the wilderness. Even when tempted, Jesus obeyed God perfectly by trusting and using God’s Word—showing us why He is the Savior who came to rescue sinners. 🌟 What Kids Will Learn: What it means to be baptized and why Jesus was baptized What temptation is—and why being tempted is not the same as sinning How Jesus obeyed God perfectly, even when tempted by Satan How Jesus used the Bible to fight temptation Why Jesus had to be sinless in order to save sinners 📖 Bible Passage: Luke 4:5–8 🧠 Big Truth: Jesus came to save sinners. He never sinned, obeyed God perfectly, and used God’s Word to fight temptation—so He could be the perfect Savior for us. 🏡 Try This at Home: 📘 Read Together: Read Luke 4 as a family and talk about how Jesus responded to temptation. 🧠 Memory Challenge: Choose one Bible verse to memorize this week and practice it together. 💬 Conversation Starter: Ask, “How can God’s Word help us when we’re tempted?” 🙏 Prayer Time: Pray together and thank God for sending Jesus to obey perfectly for us. 🎶 Song Featured: ⁠Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠ For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co