Bible Basics

Why We Even Read the Bible

2 Timothy 3:16

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

Freedom Week's big one: why Jesus had to die. Every wrong runs up a bill too big to ever pay; Jesus paid the whole thing himself, so you can't earn a gift that's already yours.

Romans 5:8

Going Home With Stories: Telling Your Camp Story Points Others to God

Coming home from camp with a hundred stories and saying only "it was good" wastes the best moments of the week. Through Psalm 66:16, kids learn that telling their camp story is one way they point others to God, plus three real moves for sharing what God did.

Psalm 66:16

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

A clear, kid-friendly answer to why Jesus died on the cross. Jesus did not die because He had to. He chose to. Sin separates us from God, the price for sin is death, and no person was good enough to pay it, so Jesus, fully God and fully human, took our place. Three days later He rose, beating sin and death, so anyone who trusts Him is forgiven and made new.

Romans 5:8

What Is Heaven Actually Like?

A warm, kid-friendly picture of heaven that clears away the clouds-and-harps cartoon. Heaven is not boring. It is being with God face to face forever, the best of everything kids love turned all the way up, and none of the worst, made possible because of Jesus.

Revelation 21:3

Psalm 8:8 | God Made The Birds And The Sea

This episode shows a child that God fills the high sky and the deep sea, so there is no place He is not, including their room tonight.

Psalm 8:8

Psalm 8:7 | God Made All The Animals

This episode delights a child with all the animals God made and connects that same loving care to how He made them.

Psalm 8:7

How Do I Know the Bible Is Actually True?

A clear, kid-friendly case for why the Bible can be trusted. It is not one made-up book but 66 books by about 40 writers over 1,500 years that tell one connected story pointing to Jesus, backed up by what archaeologists keep digging up, and meant to help kids meet God, not just win an argument.

2 Timothy 3:16

Where Did God Come From?

A clear, kid-friendly answer to where God came from. God was never made. He has no beginning and no end, He created time itself, and the God who has always existed still knows and loves your kid by name.

Psalm 90:2

Samuel, Episode 2: When Israel Wanted to Be Like Everyone Else

Episode 2 of a 5-part Samuel series. Israel demands a king to be like the other nations, and God says yes but warns through Samuel what that king will really take from them. A history-changing request and a heartbreaking moment for God.

1 Samuel 8:7

Samuel, Episode 3: Saul, the King Hiding in the Luggage

Episode 3 of a 5-part Samuel series. God chooses Saul, the tallest and most impressive man in Israel, to be its first king. But the very first time the nation calls him forward, they find him hiding among the supplies. A reminder that looking like a leader and being one are not the same thing.

1 Samuel 9:2

Samuel, Episode 1: The Boy Who Heard God's Voice

Episode 1 of a 5-part Samuel series. The story opens with Hannah's prayer at the tabernacle in Shiloh, follows Samuel as a child growing up in the house of God, and lands on the night a 12-year-old hears God call him by name and learns to answer, 'Speak Lord, your servant is listening.'

1 Samuel 3:10

Does God Have Parents?

A Questions from the Backseat episode answering a question every kid eventually asks: does God have parents? Pastor Justin walks them through Psalm 90:2 and the truth that God has always existed, then explains why God is called Father even though he doesn't have one.

Psalm 90:2

Did God Ever Come to Earth? Why Couldn't Anyone See Him?

A Questions from the Backseat episode answering a big theological question: did God ever come to earth, and why can't we see him? Pastor Justin walks kids through John 1:14, Old Testament appearances, and Exodus 33, and lands them in the truth that Jesus is how God showed up most clearly.

John 1:14

Why Did God Make Deadly Animals Like Scorpions?

A Questions from the Backseat episode answering a really thoughtful kid question: why did God make deadly animals like scorpions? Pastor Justin walks them through Genesis 1, Job, and the truth that good doesn't always mean safe, and lands them in the promise that one day God makes everything right.

Genesis 1:25

Why did Pilate Washed His Hands?

Why Did Jesus Ride a Donkey on Palm Sunday?

Do Animals Go to Heaven?

A Questions from the Backseat episode answering one of the hardest kid questions: do animals go to heaven? Pastor Justin walks them through Genesis 1, John 14:2, and the honest truth that the Bible doesn't give a clear yes or no, then lands them in the wonder of loving the animals God gave us right now.

Genesis 1:25

What Is the Gospel? A Kid-Friendly Answer

A Questions from the Backseat episode answering the foundational question: what is the gospel? Pastor Justin walks kids through 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 and Mark 1:15, gives them the simple version, and reminds them that anyone who follows Jesus can share it.

1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Moses and the Burning Bush

There Is Great Value In Jesus

Jesus Is the Greatest Treasure

Maybe we Should be like a Tax Collector?

Be the Mustard Seed

The Parable of the WEEDS

Good News Is Feet News | Advent Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus Kids Devotional

I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here as we continue our Advent journey toward Christmas.

Isaiah 52:7

Why Christmas Matters: God Keeping His Promise to Be With Us

Luke 2:11

Jesus Feeds 5,000 With One Kid's Lunch

Today’s story is one of Jesus’s most snack-filled miracles—and it all starts with a kid and his lunchbox.

John 6:9

The Zacchaeus Tree-Climbing Story: Jesus Sees You

Whether you’re swinging from monkey bars or riding home with sand in your shoes, Pastor Justin is back with an epic Bible story that kids won’t forget.

Luke 19:4

What Happens Next? Jesus Sends Us with a Mission (Acts 1)

In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, the disciples ask Jesus a huge post-resurrection question: 👉 “Lord, are you restoring the kingdom to Israel now?” (Acts 1:6 CSB) They expected Jesus to take over like a powerful king.

Acts 1:8

Know the Bible, Live the Bible: Jesus and Eternal Life

In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, a man asks Jesus a huge question: 👉 “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25 CSB) But instead of a simple answer, Jesus flips the script and asks, “What does the Bible say?” The result?

Luke 10:26

Who Do You Think You Are? – Jesus Clears the Temple

Hey Carpool Crew! In this powerful episode of Carpooling with Jesus, we explore one of the boldest moments in Jesus’ ministry—when He flipped tables in the Temple and was questioned by the religious leaders: “What sign can you show us to prove your a

John 2:18

Are You the King? | Jesus, Pilate, and What True Leadership Looks Like

Today we’re kicking off a brand new week with a BIG question someone powerful asked Jesus: 👉 “Are you the King of the Jews?” This question came from Pilate, the Roman governor—the guy with all the power.

Who Then Can Be Saved? Why We Can't Earn Our Way to God

Pastor Justin is back with another big question people asked Jesus—this one comes straight from His disciples: “Who then can be saved?” (Matthew 19:25) The disciples were shocked to hear that it’s hard for rich people to enter heaven.

Matthew 19:25

What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life? The Rich Young Ruler for Kids

Pastor Justin is kicking off a new month full of big questions people asked Jesus.

Mark 10:17

Easter Sunday, He Is Risen and Jesus Is Alive Forever

I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re celebrating the biggest moment in our faith—Easter Sunday!

Matthew 28:5-6

Why Do We Say He Is Risen Indeed? The Easter Cheer Explained

I’m Pastor Justin, and today’s episode is all about one of the most powerful Easter traditions ever: the Resurrection Cheer—“He is risen!” and the joyful response, “He is risen indeed!” But have you ever wondered… what does that actually mean?

Matthew 28:6

Good Friday Is for Everyone Because Jesus Lives Forever

This is the day we remember what Jesus did for us on the cross.

Romans 6:9

The Best News Ever Born and Why Jesus' Birth Still Matters

Whether you’re in the car, eating breakfast, or hanging at home, we’re so glad you’re here.

Luke 2:10-11

The Day a Chariot of Fire Took Elijah to Heaven

🎧 The Day a Chariot of Fire Took Elijah to Heaven Big Idea: God’s power is beyond anything we can imagine.

2 Kings 2:11

The Day God Sent Fire from Heaven (Elijah)

🎧 The Day God Sent Fire from Heaven (And Everyone Was Watching) | Carpooling with Jesus Big Idea: God is the real deal—He can do the impossible.

1 Kings 18:24

Where Is Jesus Now?

I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so happy you’re joining us today.

Acts 1:9

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

Whether you’re on your way to school, enjoying breakfast, or heading to practice — I’m so glad you’re here.

Romans 5:8

God's Foolish Plan? Why the Cross Didn't Make Sense

Whether you’re heading to school, going to practice, or just hanging out at home — we’re so thankful you’re here.

1 Corinthians 1:25

What Does God Look Like? Seeing the Father in Jesus

Whether you’re on the way to school, sitting at the breakfast table, or learning at home — we’re so glad you’re here.

John 14:9

Jesus, the Forever King: God's Promise to David

Whether you’re heading to school, finishing up breakfast, or hanging out at home, I’m so glad you’re here!

2 Samuel 7:16

Jonah's Big Storm, the Bigger Fish, and Second Chances

What happens when Jonah finally owns up to his mistake?

Jonah 1:7-17

Jonah and Running from God: Listening the First Time

What happens when we ignore what we’re asked to do?

Jonah 1:1-3

Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness: Craving God's Ways

In today’s episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin talks about the importance of being hungry and thirsty for righteousness, based on Matthew 5:6 from the Beatitudes.

Matthew 5:6

Blessed Are the Humble: Learning Humility with Jesus

In today’s episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin talks about the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:5: ”Blessed are the humble, for they will inherit the earth.” He explains that humility means not thinking you’re better than others, even when you’re really good at something.

Matthew 5:5

What Does Poor in Spirit Mean? A Kids Guide to the Beatitudes

God is always with them.

Matthew 5:3