God's Big Story
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.
Episodes
THE CHURCH: Paul Visits Athens | God Made Everything
Anna and Matt follow Paul on his second missionary journey as he travels toward Corinth and stops in Athens, where people worshiped idols and many different gods. With help from their friend Jeff the craftsman, kids will discover the difference between worshiping things people have made and worshiping the one true God who made everything.
⭐ What Kids Will Learn:
🌎 Paul traveled to differ
Parent Talk: Gender, Identity, Sexuality Conversations
Talking with our kids about gender, sexuality, and identity can feel intimidating. We may worry about saying too much, saying too little, or simply saying the wrong thing. But when our kids bring us questions, we don't have to panic. A question isn't an emergency. A question is an invitation to disciple them.
🌎 Start With God's Good Design
Before talking about everything that's broken or confus
THE CHURCH: Paul’s First Missionary Journey
Anna and Matt follow Paul and Barnabas as they travel to Antioch sharing the good news about Jesus. Some people believe and others reject their message, but Paul and Barnabas keep going because they know the results belong to God.
⭐ What Kids Will Learn:
🌱 Paul’s job was to faithfully share the gospel, but only God could change someone’s heart and save them.
🗺️ Paul and Barnabas trave
THE CHURCH: Saul Meets Jesus
Anna and Matt continue following the growth of the early church with the incredible story of Saul. Saul once hated the church and tried to stop people from following Jesus, but everything changed when Jesus met him on the road to Damascus.
⭐ What Kids Will Learn:
❤️ Saul had a heart sick with sin and did not believe that Jesus was God's Son.
⛓️ Saul tried to stop the church and even t
THE CHURCH: Simon the Magician and the Holy Spirit
Anna and Matt continue the story of the early church as Philip takes the good news about Jesus to Samaria. Kids will learn about Simon the Magician, who used tricks to make people think he was powerful, and discover that real, life-changing power belongs to God alone.
⭐ What Kids Will Learn:
🎩 A magician's tricks may look amazing, but they aren't the same as God's real power.
🌎 Philip
Parent Talk: Is My Child Ready for Baptism?
Anna and Matt help parents navigate one of the biggest questions that can come up when raising kids in the faith: How do I know if my child is ready for baptism? Children can genuinely love and trust Jesus, but parents also want wisdom to discern between a passing moment and lasting evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work.
❤️ The REAL Marks of Grace
🙏 R — Repentance
Look for more than an “I’m sor
Summer Radio Series #8 - Psalm 126:3, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 46:1 4, and Psalm 115:3
DJ Manna shares four powerful Psalms that remind us of God’s goodness, kindness, strength, and sovereignty. From celebrating God's blessings in Psalm 126:3 to resting in His power in Psalm 115:3, this episode closes the summer series with encouragement and worship—pointing us to the God who is faithful forever.
What You’ll Learn:
🙌 Psalm 126:3 — Be joyful and thankful for the good things God h
Summer Radio Series #7 - Joshua 1:9, Hebrews 11:1, and Isaiah 40:8
DJ Manna shares three powerful scripture songs to help us live with strength, courage, and faith. With Joshua 1:9, we learn that God is always with us—even when life feels scary, like taking a big test or starting something new. Next, Hebrews 11:1 shows us that faith is believing in what we can’t see but know is true because God promises it. Finally, Isaiah 40:8 reminds us that even though everyth
Summer Radio Series #6 - Jesus Came to Save Sinners, God is Good, and God Wants to Talk With Us
DJ Manna shares three songs that help us see how much God loves us, how good He is, and how much He wants to hear from us. You’ll hear “Jesus Came to Save Sinners,” a reminder that Jesus loves us even when we mess up; “God Is Good,” which helps us notice His kindness in everyday life; and “God Wants to Talk with Us,” a joyful invitation to pray and spend time with God.
What You’ll Learn:
🎶 Jesu
Summer Radio Series #5 - God With Us, Psalm 46, and Shout Joyfully
DJ Manna shares three songs from the God With Us collection that remind us of one big truth—God is always near. Whether you're having a good day, a sad day, or a confusing day, these songs point to the comfort and joy we find in God’s presence. You’ll hear “God With Us,” “Psalm 146,” and “Shout Joyfully”—each one building from quiet trust to loud praise!
What You’ll Learn:
👣 God With Us shows
Summer Radio Series #4 - Old Testament Song, New Testament Song, and God's True Word
Ready to sing your way through the whole Bible? DJ Manna and the Village Kids take us on a musical adventure through all 66 books of the Bible! From the “Old Testament Song” to the “New Testament Song,” and ending with “God’s True Word,” you’ll laugh, tap, and sing along while learning how the Bible is organized—and why it matters.
What You’ll Learn:
📚 The Old Testament has 39 books, and you c
Summer Radio Series #3 - God Made Everything, God's Big Book, and The Church is God's Family
DJ 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.
📖 G
Summer Radio Series #2 - Enter His Gates, The Story of Scripture (40 Events), and The Lord's Prayer
DJ 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:
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Summer Radio Series #1 - Our Great God, Every Moment and Every Day, and All Scripture
Get 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, wis
Parent Talk: Intentional Bedtime Routines
Anna 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 spiritu
PRAYER: Can I Ask God for Anything?
Kids 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 t
PRAYER: What is Confession and Repentance?
kids 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
PRAYER: What is Lament?
kids 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.
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PRAYER: What is Thanksgiving?
Kids 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.
PRAYER: What is Praise?
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
THE CHURCH: God Rescues Peter From Prison
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
THE CHURCH: Peter & John Heal a Man
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 e
THE CHURCH: The Church Begins
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 wh
THE CHURCH: God Helps Peter Tell Others About Jesus
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 th
THE CHURCH: God Sends a Helper
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
THE CHURCH: God is in Heaven
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 li
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Review + Game for Kids!
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Eats with His Disciples / Jesus Goes Back to Heaven
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 sp
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Dies & Comes Back to Life
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus' Triumphal Entry & Last Supper
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves Zacchaeus
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 Jesu
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves Children
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
Parent Talk: Helping Your Kids Build a Bible Reading Habit
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Loves the Woman at the Well
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 LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Heals the Paralytic Man
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 Je
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Walks on Water
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 LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Feeds the 5000
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 th
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus Chooses the 12 Disciples
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus is Baptized & Tempted
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
THE LIFE OF JESUS: Jesus in the Temple
Anna and Matt help kids discover that God wants to talk with us—and He does that through His Word, the Bible. Kids hear the only Bible story about Jesus as a child and learn how even at twelve years old, Jesus loved listening to His Father and talking about God at the temple.
🌟 What Kids Will Learn:
God wants to talk with us, and the main way He does that is through the Bible
Jesus was ful
ADVENT - The Wise Men Worship Jesus - Week 3
As Christmas draws near, Matt and Anna help kids discover how the wise men followed a special star to worship Jesus, the promised Savior. This episode shows how Jesus is worthy of worship, how God keeps His promises, and why Christmas is about celebrating that Jesus came to save sinners.
What You’ll Learn
✨ Jesus Is the Promised Savior — God kept His promise to send Jesus to save His people f
ADVENT - The Birth of Jesus: Angels Sing & Shepherds Celebrate - Week 2
Anna and Matt tell the story of Jesus’ birth—how God kept His promise by sending the Savior into the world in the most unexpected way. Kids learn why Jesus came, why His birth is such good news, and how the angels and shepherds celebrated on the very first Christmas night.
What You’ll Learn
⭐ What Christmas Is Really About — We celebrate Jesus’ birthday because God sent the promised Savior.
ADVENT - God Promises a Savior - Week 1
In this Advent kickoff episode, Anna and Matt take us back to the very beginning of the Bible to remember why we needed a Savior and why Christmas is such good news. As they retell the story of Adam and Eve, kids learn how sin first entered the world — and how God made a big promise to send a Rescuer. Advent means “coming,” and this season helps us remember that God kept His promise by sending Jes
Parent Talk: Redeeming Screen Time with Minno
In this Parent Talk mini-episode, Anna and Matt sit down with Jess from Minno to talk honestly about screen time, discipleship, and how parents can use the right kind of content to help form their kids’ faith. Instead of avoiding screens, Jess shares practical ways to redeem them through intentional habits, everyday conversations, and milestone moments—so screens become tools, not threats.
What Y
Wrap Up and Review (Attributes of God)
It’s review day! Anna and Matt walk back through all ten attributes of God from Season 11 and help kids become “attribute hunters”—spotting God’s character in familiar Bible stories. From the resurrection to the golden calf to Jonah and Jesus’ crucifixion, this episode helps kids remember who God is and why He can always be trusted.
PRINT OUT → List of Attributes (see page 6)
What You’ll Lea
God is GLORIOUS
Anna and Matt meet their friend Kim the Meteorologist to learn that God is Glorious — He shows His greatness and worth! When Jesus was transfigured on the mountain, His disciples saw His shining glory and heard God speak from the cloud. Jesus is truly God, and He alone deserves our worship and praise.
What You’ll Learn:
✨ God is Glorious: He shows His greatness and worth.
⛰️ The Transfigurati
God is LOVING
Anna and Matt salute their friend Josiah the Soldier and learn how sacrifice shows true love. Through Josiah’s story of bravery and Jesus’s ultimate sacrifice on the cross, kids discover that God is Loving—He always does what is best.
What You’ll Learn:
❤️ God is Loving: He always does what is best for His children.
✝️ Jesus’s Great Love: Jesus laid down His life to save sinners.
💪 True Love
God is MERCIFUL
Anna and Matt talk fishing with their friend Rick the Fisherman and dive into the story of Jonah and the big fish. Through Jonah’s disobedience, the storm, and the giant fish rescue, kids learn that God is Merciful — He does not give His children the punishment they deserve. God showed mercy to Jonah…and to the whole city of Nineveh.
What You’ll Learn:
🐟 God is Merciful: He does not give His c
God is COMPASSIONATE
Anna and Matt learn about compassion with help from their friend Nurse Amy. When Matt loses his pet goldfish, they talk about how God is Compassionate—He sees, cares, and acts when His children are in need. Through the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, kids discover that God shows His greatest compassion by sending Jesus to save sinners.
What You’ll Learn:
💗 God is Compassionat
God is DELIVERER
Anna and Matt team up with Firefighter Cody to learn about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the fiery furnace. Through their courage and faith, kids discover that God is Deliverer—He rescues His children and has the power to save us from anything, even the fire!
What You’ll Learn:
🔥 God is Deliverer: He rescues His children from danger and delivers them from sin and death.
🧱 Faith in the F
God is PATIENT
Anna and Matt hop into the time machine to meet Thomas—yes, Doubting Thomas! Through his story, kids learn that God is Patient—He is slow to anger. When Thomas struggled to believe Jesus was alive, Jesus didn’t get angry or give up on him. Instead, He kindly appeared again to help Thomas believe. This episode reminds listeners that God is patient with us too—He understands our doubts, helps us bel
God is a REFUGE
Anna and Matt travel back in the time machine to meet Jonathan, the son of King Saul and friend of David. Jonathan shares how God protected David again and again, proving that God is Refuge—He is a place of safety and protection for His children. From Bible stories to the Psalms, kids learn that God is always a safe place we can run to and trust.
What You’ll Learn:
🛡️ God is Refuge—He keeps His
God is WORTHY
Anna and Matt play with Play-Doh and meet their friend Jenny the Sculptor, who helps them learn that God is Worthy—Only He deserves all glory. From mountain goats to the golden calf in Exodus 32 to Revelation 4:11, this episode shows that all creation was made to glorify God, not ourselves or anything else.
What You’ll Learn:
🌍 God is worthy—only He deserves all glory.
🐐 Even creation, like mou
God is FAITHFUL
Anna and Matt welcome Andy the Postal Worker to help explain today’s attribute: God is Faithful—He always keeps His promises. Kids learn that while people sometimes mess up, God never fails. In Acts 1–2, we see how God kept His promise by sending the Holy Spirit to His people—right on time, in the perfect way.
What You’ll Learn:
📬 God is faithful—He always keeps His promises.
🔥 Jesus promised t
God is ALMIGHTY
Anna and Matt kick off Season 11 with a brand-new attribute: God is Almighty—Nothing is too hard for Him! With help from their friend Ryan the Weightlifter, they explore God’s power through the story of Jesus’ resurrection in Matthew 28. From flexing muscles to celebrating the empty tomb, this episode reminds us that sin, Satan, and death are no match for God’s almighty strength.
What You’ll Lear
VBS Day 4 - The Bible is For Everyone with Rick the Missionary
In the final episode of our special Bible mini-season, Anna and Matt are joined by Rick the Missionary—someone who shares God’s good news with people who’ve never heard it before! Rick tells stories from his work in the Middle East and helps us understand that the Bible isn’t just for some people—it’s for everyone. Together, they talk about how the Bible is God’s true word, full of good news about
VBS Day 3 - The Bible is about God with Will Derness
Anna and Matt are joined by Will Derness—aka “Will,” the expert helper with a sash full of badges! Will brings along his special gospel timeline badges to help explain how the whole Bible tells one big story—from creation to Jesus’ return as the forever King. With songs, jokes, and a memory verse from 2 Timothy 3:16–17, this episode helps kids understand that the Bible is God’s true word—and it’s
VBS Day 2 - The Bible is From God with Daniel the Prophet
Anna and Matt hop in the time machine to meet Daniel—aka “Mr. Prophet!” While exploring ancient Babylon, they learn how God used people like Daniel to write down His true words. With fun storytelling and a look at verses like 2 Timothy 3:16–17, they explain how the Bible was written through dreams, conversations, and God’s direction. This episode helps kids see the Bible as not just an old book, b
VBS Day 1 - The Bible is God’s True Word with Lindsey the Librarian
Anna and Matt kick off a special VBS mini-series all about the Bible—God’s true word! They’re joined by Lindsey the Historian Librarian, who helps explain how the Bible isn’t just one book—it’s 66 books that all tell one big story: God’s rescue plan for the world. Together, they talk about how the Bible is organized, what it’s for, and how every part points us to Jesus.
What You’ll Learn:
📖 The B
Anna Joins the Fun & VBS is Coming!
In this fun episode, Matt introduces Anna, the new voice on the show. Hear about her favorite parts of the Bible—like Psalms, Rahab, and Paul—and get a sneak peek at what’s coming this season, including a special VBS series coming out next week!
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Parent Talk — Time, Moments, and Milestones
In our first episode of God's Big Story — Parent Talk, Julie and Matt wrap up our mini-season with a focus on family discipleship. They share practical strategies for integrating faith-building activities into daily family life, emphasizing the importance of scheduled time, natural moments, and celebratory milestones. Drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 6:4-9, they provide a clear framework for p
God Grows — VBS Day 4
Julie and Matt talk about the last way God builds His family - by growing His children to become more like Jesus. Their friend Lehia, a plant expert, explained how the Holy Spirit grows the fruit of the Spirit in believers over time, just like different fruits grow in different seasons. They look at how God grew Abraham to be the "father of faith" and Rahab to be part of Jesus' family tree by the
God Adopts — VBS Day 3
Julie and Matt had their friend Doug the bird caller back to review how God calls people into His family. They talked to Ryan, who helps kids get adopted into safe families as a court-appointed advocate. God gives adopted children new hearts to love and obey Him as part of His eternal family, the church. Anyone can be adopted by admitting they are a sinner, believing Jesus died for their sins, and
God Calls — VBS Day 2
Julie and Matt talked about how God calls people to be part of His family, the church. Their friend Doug, who does bird calls, explained that just like birds use special calls to find others of their kind, God uses His call to bring people into His family. They discuss the Bible stories of Abraham, who God spoke to directly to call him, and Rahab, who heard about God's power and wanted to join His
The Church is God’s Family — VBS Day 1
Julie and Matt talk with the brave explorer Will-Derness about God's family. They discuss what it's like for the church to be God's family, how God is like the head of the family, and the way God makes this family grow. Will makes the talk fun and easy to understand. He shares stories about joining God’s family, how it grows, and how each person has a special part in it.
Helpful Definitions:
THE C
#100 — Celebration 🎉
In the 100th episode celebration of God's Big Story, hosts Julie and Matt, along with a lineup of returning friends like Sean, Garrick, Kerry, Anna, Judge Jesse, and Guy the Zookeeper, reminisce and share favorite memories from the show. The episode is filled with laughter, cake, blooper reels, insightful reflections, and memorable jokes. Each guest imparts valuable lessons from various biblical s
#99 — Ask Julie and Matt!
Join us for a special celebration of our 99th episode as we answer your questions about God's Big Story! Listen in as we tackle the mystery of the Trinity, explore why we might not be able to hear or see God, and how the Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in helping us understand the Bible. We're also teasing what's ahead in season 11!
Listener Questions:
What’s the Trinity?
Why can’t I hear or se
Wrap-Up and Review - Season 10
We wrap up Season 10 with a bang! Your favorite trio, Julie, Matt, and Garrick, come together to revisit all of the attributes of God we've discovered this season!
Attributes of God:
UNCHANGING — God never changes, He is the same yesterday, today, and forever!
GOOD — God is what’s best and He does what’s best.
CREATOR — God made everything.
HOLY — God is completely perfect and separate from sin.
God is Attentive
Join us as we wrap up an enlightening season filled with growth in both our understanding of God and our vocabulary! Listen in as Julie and Matt reflect on the powerful words and attributes of God we've explored together. Get ready to expand your lexicon even further because we're introducing one last hefty term: attentive. Discover what it means for God to be attentive and how this divine quality
God is Wise
Listen in as we explore the wisdom of God and how it's not only an attribute of God but also a quality we can share and grow in as His people.
We're thrilled to have Professor Jonathan from the university join us this week, offering his intellect and humor to our discussion. He humbly shares his thoughts on wisdom, reminding us that the more we learn, the more we realize there is to learn—especia
God is Provider
Join us as we explore the attribute of God as our ultimate Provider. We welcome Julia, a dedicated Meals on Wheels delivery driver, who gives us a heartwarming insight into her daily mission of feeding seniors in need. Her stories are a powerful testament to how God often works through us to meet the needs of His children. Don't miss this episode filled with storytelling, practical insights, and a
Mid-Season Review
Join us as we revisit the attributes of God with the help of our special guest and theologian, Garrick! Listen in as we put our knowledge to the test with a lively multiple-choice game that covers seven key characteristics of God that we've explored so far this season: unchanging, good, creator, holy, just, sovereign, and generous. As you tune in, grab a pen and paper to play along and see if you
God is Generous
Listen in as we explore the meaning of generosity. With our friend, Carrie Brockenberry, a real game show host, joining us, we unravel how God's gifts to His children come without the requirement of performance or the expectation of something in return.
Helpful Definitions:
GENEROUS — God gives what is best.
Scripture Reference:
Luke 5:24-26
5-Second Fly Through Review:
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God is Sovereign
Listen in as we explore one of the most powerful attributes of God: Sovereignty. This week we had the pleasure of being joined by our good friend and local politician, David, who helped us unpack the concept of what it means for God to be Sovereign.
Be sure to tune in and allow today's Bible story to deepen your understanding of the incredible scope of God's reign and how it affects our lives ever
God is Just
Join us as we explore God's justice and mercy, illuminated by the age-old story of Noah! We kick things off with our friend, Jenna, a Traffic Warden, whose experiences with fairness and justice on the streets bring a personal touch to our understanding of God's nature.
Helpful Definitions:
JUST — Doing what is right.
ATTRIBUTE — A word that tells us what someone or something is like.
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God is Holy
Join us as we explore God's holiness, an attribute that marks His complete perfection and distinction from sin. We’re joined by our guest, editor Eddie Tor. Eddie brings clarity to the incommunicable aspect of God's holiness, a quality unique to Him alone.
We also recount the awe-inspiring vision of the prophet Isaiah, who encounters God's holiness in a transformative temple experience. So grab yo
God is Creator
Hey there, friends! Join us as we explore the attribute of God as Creator. Our friend, Annie, a professional artist with a knack for painting and sculpting, drops by to share her insights on the creative process and how it connects us to the divine craftsmanship of God.
Listen in as Annie helps us unpack the concept of 'ex nihilo'—the belief that God created everything from nothing—and what that t
God is Good
Join us this week as we explore the unshakable goodness of God, an attribute that sets Him apart from all of creation. We're joined by Harmony, an Olympian, who reminds us that unlike human abilities, which can vary from day to day, God's goodness is always perfect and reliable.
Helpful Definitions:
ATTRIBUTE — A word that tells us what someone or something is like.
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God is Unchanging
Listen in as we kick off Season 10 of God's Big Story with a journey into the attributes of God! We're thrilled to have our friend and theologian, Garrick, join us as we navigate through the nature of God, emphasizing that every discussion about Him makes us theologians in our own right. We're eager for you, our listeners, to grow in your understanding and love for God as we explore His divine cha
Season 10 Trailer - The Attributes of God
Starting next week, we'll be discussing the attributes of God! Join Matt and Julie all season long as we teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some friends!
ATTRIBUTE - a quality or characteristic that someone or something has.
Attributes of God:
Wise: God knows what is best.
Generous: God gives what is best.
Loving: God does what is best.
Good: God is what is best
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