God's Big Story
The Village Church
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God's Big Story is a podcast for kids that teaches the Bible through engaging episodes. Each show includes Bible teaching, singing, and discussions with friends to help children understand biblical stories and their meanings.
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Summer Radio Series #3 - God Made Everything, God's Big Book, and The Church is God's Family 27.07.2026 13минDJ Manna is back with another joyful episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio! This time, we’re singing along to three amazing songs that teach us about how God made everything, how the Bible tells His true story, and how the church is more than a building—it’s a family! What You’ll Learn: 🌎 God Made Everything — Every star, every bunny, every person—you were made on purpose by a good God. 📖 God’s Big Book — The Bible tells one big story about Jesus and God's love for us. 🏡 The Church is God’s Family — Church isn’t just a place, it’s God’s people—together as one big family. Try This at Home: ✅ Make a “creation collage” by drawing or cutting out things God made—don’t forget YOU! ✅ Open your Bible and read a favorite story together. What does it tell you about God? ✅ Talk about your church family: Who do you see each week? How can you encourage them? ✅ Learn the chorus to one of today’s songs and sing it around the house or in the car. ✅ Memorize this verse: “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise.” —Psalm 100:4 Stay tuned all summer long! -
Summer Radio Series #2 - Enter His Gates, The Story of Scripture (40 Events), and The Lord's Prayer 20.07.2026 13минDJ Manna is back and this time, we’re dancing into God’s presence with three amazing songs that teach us about worship, the Bible, and prayer. From singing Psalm 100 to zipping through 40 big Bible events, to learning how Jesus taught us to pray, DJ Manna uses music and laughter to help us know and love God more. Turn it up and sing along—this one’s packed with truth and fun! What You’ll Learn: 🎶 "Enter His Gates" reminds us to praise God with joyful hearts (Psalm 100).🎶 "The Story of Scripture (40 Events)" shows the whole Bible is one amazing story about God's plan. 🎶 "The Lord's Prayer" teaches us how to talk to God—just like Jesus did! Try This at Home: ✅ Read Psalm 100 together and talk about what it means to praise God. ✅ Make a timeline or comic strip of the 40 big Bible events you heard in the song. ✅ Practice saying (or singing!) The Lord’s Prayer as a family. ✅ Ask: “What’s something I’m thankful for today?” and share it at the dinner table. Stay tuned all summer long! -
Summer Radio Series #1 - Our Great God, Every Moment and Every Day, and All Scripture 13.07.2026 11минGet ready to sing, dance, and learn with your favorite summer host—DJ Manna! In our first episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio, DJ Manna shares three awesome songs that help us learn big truths about God. From God’s greatness, to His always-there presence, to the power of the Bible—each song helps us know and love God even more. What You’ll Learn: 🎶 "Our Great God" shows us how powerful, wise, and loving God is. 🎶 "Every Moment and Every Day" reminds us that God is always with us—no matter where we go! 🎶 "All Scripture" teaches that the Bible is God’s true word that helps us live His way. Try This at Home: ✅ Pick your favorite song from the episode and sing it as a family! ✅ Read Deuteronomy 31:8 and 2 Timothy 3:16–17 together and talk about what they mean. ✅ Ask: “Where have we seen God’s greatness today?” ✅ Draw a picture of a moment when you remembered that God was with you. Stay tuned all summer long! -
Parent Talk: Intentional Bedtime Routines 06.07.2026 10минAnna and Matt explore why bedtime is about more than getting kids to sleep. They share how a simple routine of connection, faith, and prayer can help calm anxiety, build security, and teach children to trust God as they end each day. 🌙 Why Bedtime Matters Child development and Scripture both point to bedtime as a unique moment when children are especially open to connection, comfort, and spiritual formation. Psalm 4:8 reminds us: "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." 🤝 A Simple Bedtime Rhythm Build a predictable routine around three simple steps: 💛 Connection – Slow down, listen, cuddle, and help your child process the day. 📖 Faith – Read a Bible story, play Scripture-filled music, or remind them of God's promises. 🙏 Prayer – Give the day and every worry to God together. 🛏️ Practical Bedtime Ideas ⭐ Play High/Low by sharing the best and hardest parts of the day. 👀 Use "I noticed..." to encourage and affirm your child. ❤️ Offer comforting physical touch like holding hands, rubbing their back, or brushing their hair. 🎵 Play peaceful Scripture songs or an audio Bible while cuddling. 🌟 Replace fears with bigger truths from God's Word. 😴 Teach a simple breath prayer: Inhale: "The Lord is my shepherd." Exhale: "I have everything I need." 💙 When Bedtime Doesn't Go as Planned Some nights are messy—and that's okay. If you lose your patience or bedtime falls apart, let it become an opportunity to model repentance, forgiveness, and God's grace. Your children don't need perfect parents. They need parents who point them to a perfect Savior. 🙌 Encouragement for Parents Those quiet moments before sleep may seem ordinary, but they are shaping your child's heart for years to come. A few extra minutes of listening, praying, and reminding your child of God's love can become some of the most meaningful discipleship moments in your home. 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 -
PRAYER: Can I Ask God for Anything? 29.06.2026 23минKids will learn that a request is asking God to do or give something. God invites His children to bring every need to Him, trusting that He always hears our prayers and answers according to His perfect wisdom and plan. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 A request is asking God to do or give something. 👑 We pray to God the Father through Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit. 🍞 Jesus teaches us to ask God for our "daily bread," trusting Him to provide what we need. ☀️ Joshua boldly asked God to make the sun stand still, and God answered according to His promise. ❤️ We can ask God for anything because He is good, attentive, and always does what is best. 📖 Bible Passage: Matthew 6:11 🏡 Try This at Home: ✍️ Write or pray three requests to God: one for yourself, one for someone else, and one asking God to help you grow more like Jesus. 👨👩👧 Read Joshua 10:12-13 together and talk about why Joshua was able to pray such a bold prayer. 🙏 As a family, thank God for how He provides your daily needs and ask Him to help you trust His answers, even when they're different than what you expected. 📖 Memorize the phrase, "Give us this day our daily bread," and talk about what it means in everyday life. ❓ 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 requests. (TRUE!) True or False? We can only ask God for certain things. (FALSE. WE CAN ASK GOD FOR ANYTHING!) 🎶 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 -
PRAYER: What is Confession and Repentance? 22.06.2026 21минkids will learn that lament is a type of prayer where we honestly talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, sad, or wrong. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Confession is telling God the truth about our sin. 🔄 Repentance is turning away from sin to follow Jesus. ❤️ Jesus came to seek and save sinners. 🌳 Zacchaeus experienced forgiveness when he met Jesus. 🕊️ The Holy Spirit helps us recognize our sin and follow Jesus more faithfully. 📖 God hears our prayers of confession and gladly forgives His children. 📖 Bible Passage: Luke 19:10 🏡 Try This at Home: ✍️ Write or say a simple prayer of confession, asking God to forgive a sin you've committed. 👨👩👧 Share with a parent or trusted adult how God helps us turn away from sin. 📖 Read Luke 19:1-10 together and talk about how Zacchaeus changed after meeting Jesus. ❤️ Think of one practical way you can follow Jesus more faithfully this week. ❓ 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) True or False? Jesus didn’t forgive Zacchaeus right away _____ (FALSE) True or False? The Holy Spirit helps us know when we have sinned (TRUE) Confession is telling God the truth about our ____ (SIN) How did Zacchaeus repent? (HE REPAID ALL THE MONEY HE HAD STOLEN AND FOLLOWED JESUS) 🎶 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 -
PRAYER: What is Lament? 15.06.2026 20минkids will learn that lament is a type of prayer where we honestly talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, sad, or wrong. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Lament is a type of prayer where we talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, or wrong. ❤️ God loves His children and wants them to be honest with Him. 📖 King David wrote many prayers of lament in the book of Psalms. 👂 God is attentive and hears His children when they cry out to Him. 🌟 We can trust God even when we don't understand what's happening around us. 📖 Bible Passage: Psalm 130:1-2, 7-8 🏡 Try This at Home: ✍️ Think of something that feels hard, sad, or confusing and write a simple prayer about it. 🙏 Pray together as a family, thanking God that He listens when we bring Him our hurts. 📖 Read Psalm 13 or Psalm 130 together and look for examples of lament. ❤️ Talk about a time when God helped you through something difficult. ❓ 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. It’s wrong to talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, or wrong? (FALSE) The type of prayer where we talk to God about what feels hard, hurtful, or wrong is _____ (LAMENT) 🎶 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 -
PRAYER: What is Thanksgiving? 08.06.2026 21минKids will learn that thanksgiving is a type of prayer where we thank God for who He is and what He has done. We can give thanks in every circumstance, especially for the greatest gift of all: Jesus. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Prayer is how we talk with God. ❤️ Thanksgiving is thanking God for who He is and what He has done. 📖 Paul taught Christians to "give thanks in all circumstances." 🌧️ We can thank God even when life is difficult because God is always good. ✝️ Jesus is God's greatest gift to His people. 📖 Bible Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 🏡 Try This at Home: 📝 Make a list of 5 things you're thankful to God for. 🙏 Pray a prayer of thanksgiving together as a family. 📖 Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and talk about what it means to give thanks in all circumstances. ❤️ Share one way you've seen God's goodness this week. ❓ 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 thanksgiving. (TRUE) True or False? We can only give thanks when things are good and easy? (FALSE! WE SHOULD THANK GOD ALWAYS, IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES) 🎶 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 -
PRAYER: What is Praise? 01.06.2026 22минKids 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 22минKids 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 24минKids 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 21минKids 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 21минKids 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 19минKids 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 22минKids 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 23минIn 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 21минKids 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 24минKids 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 25минKids 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 21минAnna 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
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