Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re snacking in the backseat or helping mom push the cart at the store, today’s episode is all about something powerful — God-level kindness.

We’re diving into Proverbs 19:17 —

“Kindness to the poor is a loan to the Lord, and He will give a reward to the lender.” (CSB)

This isn’t just “be nice because you’re told to.” This is deep, heart-first kindness — the kind God sees, honors, and loves.

Inside today’s episode, you’ll learn:

• What Proverbs teaches about helping others in need

• How God views acts of kindness as gifts to Him

• Why Jesus said “whatever you did for the least of these, you did for Me”

• Practical ways kids can show kindness right now — at home, at camp, or in the neighborhood

💬 Big Question to Talk About Together: Who is someone in your life who might need extra kindness right now?

🎯 Parent Challenge: Brainstorm one way your family can serve someone this week. Ideas include:

• Donating food or clothing

• Inviting a family over for dinner

• Helping someone who's feeling left out

Remember, no matter where you are or how you're listening... God loves you.

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Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're heading to summer camp or chilling while your Xbox warms up, today's episode is packed with purpose.

We’re looking at Mark 10:45 —

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (CSB)

That one sentence from Jesus changes everything. Back in His day, kings were treated like royalty (literally!). But Jesus flipped it upside down: the greatest one is the one who serves.

We’ll unpack:

• What was happening when Jesus said this

• Why this lesson blew the disciples’ minds

• What it means to live with a “serve-first” attitude

• And how you can serve others this week — at home, in your neighborhood, at camp, or at church!

💬 Big Question to Talk About Together: What's one thing you can do this week to serve someone else?

Remember, no matter where you are or how you're listening... God loves you.

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🚗 Father’s Day Special — Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! Whether you're in the car, eating cereal at the kitchen table, or riding your scooter down the sidewalk—this Father’s Day episode is just for you.

🦸 It’s time to play: REAL DAD or SUPERHERO? Spoiler alert: While dads don’t wear capes or shoot webs, they love, protect, and lead in powerful ways that reflect the heart of God.

Today, we’re looking at Jesus’ earthly dad, Joseph, and what made him the kind of father God chose for His Son. Joseph didn’t have fame or superpowers—but he had courage, obedience, and grit. Through him, and through His Heavenly Father, Jesus learned what it means to love with strength and serve with heart.

📖 Key Verses:

• Matthew 1:20–24 — Joseph listens to God’s voice

• Matthew 2:13–15 — Joseph protects his family

• John 5:19 — Jesus follows the Father’s example

• Psalm 68:5 — God is a Father to the fatherless

💡 Big Lesson: Great dads show us a glimpse of what God is like—loving, present, and kind. And even if your dad isn’t around or doesn't get it right, your Heavenly Father always does.

👟 Action Steps for Kids:

• Say thank you to your dad or a dad-like person

• Pray for them to have strength and wisdom

• Forgive when they mess up

• Spend time with them—it’s the best gift

🎙️ Story Moment: Imagine Jesus as a kid, hammer in hand, missing the nail—and Joseph saying, “Good job, son. Keep trying. I’m proud of you.” That’s the kind of love every kid needs. And that’s how God sees you.

💬 Discussion Question: What’s something your dad—or a dad-like person—has done that made you feel really loved or special?

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we’re busting a myth you’ve probably heard before — that Friday the 13th is unlucky. From black cats to ladder superstitions, people have all kinds of weird fears… but guess what? That’s not how God works.

📖 Key Verse: “God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power, love, and sound judgment.” — 2 Timothy 1:7

🛑 Big Idea: God doesn’t deal in luck. He deals in truth, love, and power. So whether it’s Friday the 13th or any other day, we don’t have to be afraid.

🧭 In this episode:

• The strange history of why people fear Friday the 13th

• Why the Bible says fear doesn’t come from God

• 3 ways to live boldly and peacefully today — even when the world says “be afraid”

🧠 Practical Takeaways for Kids:

1. Replace fear with prayer

2. Encourage a friend who’s nervous

3. Celebrate the day God made (Psalm 118:24)

📣 Family Discussion Question: What’s something that used to make you nervous or scared — and how has God helped you see it differently?

💬 Parents: If you enjoyed this podcast, share it with a friend, a kid’s ministry leader, or your church this weekend. Help more families replace fear with truth!

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we’re talking about a true story from the Bible that’s both surprising and unforgettable — a boy named Eutychus literally fell asleep during a late-night sermon… and fell out of a third-story window. 😴💥

📖 Key Verse: “And a young man named Eutychus... sank into a deep sleep as Paul talked still longer. And being overcome by sleep, he fell down from the third story and was taken up dead.” — Acts 20:9

But don’t worry — the story doesn’t end there. God worked a miracle.

🧠 Big Idea: God can work through our accidents — but He calls us to be present, alert, and ready to listen.

🏡 In this episode:

• Why church was held in houses in Bible times

• What it felt like to be packed into a hot upper room with oil lamps

• A teenage boy who tried to stay focused… but just couldn’t keep his eyes open

• How Paul responded, how God moved, and how it all points back to grace

💡 Practical Takeaways for Kids:

• Get good sleep before church or time with Jesus

• Leave devices behind so you can focus

• Bring a notebook or doodle during teaching to stay engaged

📝 Family Discussion Question: What’s one thing you can do this week to show up fully and focus better when it’s time to learn about Jesus?

🎙️ Parents: If this story made your kid laugh or helped spark a great conversation, share the podcast on social and tag @carpoolingwithJesus to help other families discover it too!

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we’re diving into one of the strangest and funniest stories in the whole Bible — and yes, it involves a real talking donkey (no Shrek here). 😄

📖 Key Verse: “Then the Lord opened the donkey’s mouth…” — Numbers 22:28

Balaam thought he was on a simple trip, chasing a reward. But God had a different plan — and when Balaam wouldn’t listen, even his donkey had to speak up.

🚨 Main Point: God can speak through anything — even a donkey. So don’t tune out the surprising moments. He may be trying to get your attention.

🏕️ In today’s episode:

• A prophet named Balaam gets roadblocked by an angel

• A donkey becomes the voice of reason

• A summer camp story about ignoring warning signs

• A powerful reminder to slow down and pay attention to God

👂 Family Discussion Question: Has God ever tried to get your attention through something surprising — maybe a person, a situation, or even a moment you didn’t expect?

🙏 Parents: If this episode made your family laugh or think deeper about God’s voice, share it in your parenting group or church community. Let’s spread some faith-filled moments together!

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we’re diving into one of the most unexpected and hilarious moments in the Bible… until it’s not so funny anymore. It’s the story of Elisha, a group of mean kids, and a reminder that words stick.

📍 Whether you’re headed to camp, cooling off by the pool, or chilling with a cereal bowl at home, today’s episode reminds us that even jokes can leave a mark—and Jesus wants our hearts and words to be full of love and respect.

🗣 Key Verse: “Some small boys came out of the city and jeered at him, saying, ‘Get up, baldy!’” — 2 Kings 2:23

👊 Big Idea: Kind words show a strong heart. You don’t have to be loud to be noticed, and you don’t have to be funny to have friends. Build people up — even with your jokes.

🎣 Also in this episode:

• What a bald prophet can teach us about leadership and respect

• A summer camp story about a joke that went too far

• Why Jesus cares about the words we use — even the small ones

📝 Family Discussion Question: Who’s someone in your life that you can build up with kind words today — especially someone who might not hear kindness that often?

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we’re diving into one of the most surprising post-resurrection miracles Jesus ever did — and yes, it involves fishing! 🎣

When the disciples didn’t know what to do, they went back to what they knew: fishing. But after a long night of catching nothing, Jesus showed up on the shore with some unexpected help — and a miraculous catch of 153 large fish.

📖 Verse of the Day: John 21:11 — “So Simon Peter climbed up and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish—153 of them. Even though there were so many, the net was not torn.”

🔑 Big Idea: When things aren’t working, don’t quit — try again with Jesus.

👟 We talk about:

• Why the disciples went back to fishing

• How Jesus helped them in an unexpected way

• What it means to "cast again" in your own life

• A summer story about skipping rocks and learning to listen

Whether you're finishing a weekend at the lake, hanging at home, or just riding along with your fishing hat still on, this episode reminds us that even when we feel like giving up, Jesus knows just what we need.

📝 Family Question: What's something that hasn’t been working for you lately — and what’s one new way you can try again with Jesus this week?

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