God’s Big Story

Even though the Christmas decorations might be packed away, the story of Jesus' birth is a gift that keeps on giving. This episode unwraps the incredible news of Jesus' purpose to save sinners, and we have a lot of fun imagining the gifts the wise men might have brought.

Remember how hard it was to wait for Christmas morning? That's nothing compared to the long wait God's people endured for the arrival of Jesus, the Savior promised to Adam and Eve. Don't miss this heartwarming conversation as we talk about the wise men's journey to meet baby Jesus, bringing their special gifts, and what this story means for us today.

Helpful Definitions:

INCARNATION — God became like us...a person.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 2:11, Luke 2:10-11

Song:

December: Luke 2:10-11 by The Village Kids

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Join Julie and Matt as they share one of the most important stories in the Bible - the birth of Jesus Christ. We also have our young listeners share their unique ways of celebrating Christmas, from making cookies to unwrapping presents. Remember, Christmas isn't just about presents and decorations, it's about celebrating the miraculous event of the Incarnation, the birth of Jesus, God becoming a person like us.

But that's not all! We also reflect on the very first story in the Bible, the creation of Adam and Eve, their life in the Garden of Eden, and the original sin that led to humanity's fall. Join us in our prayer, thanking God for his Word and seeking his guidance in understanding it. 

Helpful Definitions:

INCARNATION — God became like us...a person.

Scripture Reference:

Luke 2:10-11

Song:

December: Luke 2:10-11 by The Village Kids

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Join us as Julie and Matt take you through the enchanting and magical season of Christmas. Listen in as we get in the holiday spirit, share jokes, discuss traditions, and eagerly anticipate the joys of the season. This episode we question what "Advent" means and explore the importance of this season beyond the presents and decorations.

But hold your holiday horses! We're not just talking presents and decorations here, we're journeying back to the biblical roots of Christmas. While we anticipate the arrival of the big day, let's rewind to the very beginning - the book of Genesis. We'll explore the inception of everything good, and remind ourselves that Christmas is not merely about the gifts under the tree, but about celebrating the birth of Jesus. 

Helpful Definitions:

ADVENT — Arrival.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 3:6, Luke 2:10-11

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? Jesus obeyed all of the commandments perfectly (TRUE!)
4. True or False? When God's people break his commands, he doesn’t forgive them. (FALSE. BECAUSE JESUS CAME TO SAVE SINNERS, GOD FORGIVES THOSE WHO LOVE AND TRUST HIM)
5. Fill in the blank. God’s rules are good because God is ________ (GOOD!)

Song:

December: Luke 2:10-11 by The Village Kids

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Listen in as we wrap up Season 9 of God's Big Story where we've taken a journey through the 10 Commandments. Matt and Julie celebrate by reciting all 10 commandments, which we've been memorizing throughout the season, and we're even inviting you to join us! From remembering the Sabbath to honoring our parents, we're so excited to have learned, loved, and lived by these commandments.

Also, we're thrilled to have our good friend Jen Wilkin join us for this season finale! She's here to share her insights on what to do with all that we've learned and how we can live by these commandments. As Jen so eloquently puts it, "Know the commandments, then obey or do the commandments." So, don't miss out as we explore how we can put into practice the commandments we've worked so hard to memorize.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments! 

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 20:1-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? Jesus obeyed all of the commandments perfectly (TRUE!)
4. True or False? When God's people break his commands, he doesn’t forgive them. (FALSE. BECAUSE JESUS CAME TO SAVE SINNERS, GOD FORGIVES THOSE WHO LOVE AND TRUST HIM)
5. Fill in the blank. God’s rules are good because God is ________ (GOOD!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt explore the 10th commandment, "you shall not covet," and they grapple with its meaning and how it ties into trusting God. This episode is a great reminder of how simple gestures can help us remember and understand complex biblical teachings. 

As a bonus, our good friend and new mom, Amber, stops by to share her journey of new motherhood, her struggles with understanding her baby's needs, and how she continues to strive to provide the best for her child. Through her story, we're reminded that just as a mother knows and wants what's best for her child, God, as our heavenly father, knows and wants what's best for us. 

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Helpful Definitions:

COVET — When you really want something someone else has and you don’t.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 6:25-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The tenth commandment says to never want anything? (FALSE! IT SAYS WE SHOULD TRUST GOD TO MEET OUR NEEDS)
4. True or False? God takes care of all that he has made? (TRUE!)
5. Fill in the blank. God gives us what we need and even sometimes what we ____ (WANT! GOD IS A GOOD FATHER!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Join us as we decode the 9th Commandment, "Thou shalt not bear false witness." We break down these big words, with our good friend Judge Jesse shedding light on the serious implications of bearing false witness in the courtroom and how bearing false witness is equated to a violent weapon in the book of Proverbs.

We read in the Bible about the intriguing story of Jezebel and Naboth. We highlight how the temptation to bear false witness led Jezebel to commit a heinous act, resulting in innocent Naboth paying the price. Listen in, as we reaffirm the understanding that God is indeed good.

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Helpful Definitions:

BEAR — To say or to share.

FALSE — The opposite of true.

WITNESS — Someone who claims they saw something.

BEARING FALSE WITNESS — Sharing an untruth about them with others.

Scripture Reference:

1 Kings 21:13-14, Exodus 20:1-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The ninth commandment says you should not bear false witness against your neighbor? (TRUE!)
4. True or False? Bearing false witness about someone doesn’t hurt them (FALSE! TELLING A LIE ABOUT SOMEONE CAN REALLY HARM THEM)
5. Fill in the blank. Keep the 9th commandment, by telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the _________ (TRUTH!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Parents, do you ever come across something and think, "Hey, where was that when I was a kid!?" That's what Kaleidoscope is for us. It's perfect for kids ages 6-12 and makes the most fabulous Christmas gift. Let me tell you more: as a parent, you want to give your kids helpful, faithful, Biblical resources as early as you can. But eventually, kids grow out of storybook bibles (+ they've read them a million times). So, what's next? Jumping straight to an adult translation is a HUGE leap... most of them are written at a high school level or higher and kids find them boring, cumbersome, and just simply too much! What's a parent to do with that tricky in-between stage to keep kids engaged in studying God's word? That's where Kaleidoscope comes in. They help bridge the gap between storybook bibles and adult translations by retelling every book of the Bible at an elementary reading level in beautifully designed, single-volume chapter books. Your kids will learn in words and language they can understand! SEE... where was that when we were kids, am i right?? Kaleidoscope also has volumes on everything from Genesis and Exodus to Mark and Romans. Check them out today at readkaleidoscope.com or follow them on Instagram at @readkaleidoscope. But wait, there's more...take 10% off your order this Christmas season with the code BIGSTORY. Kaleidoscope… the new kid in kids' bibles.

Moms, motherhood can make finding the space to connect with God and study his Word a challenge. Renew Devotionals seeks to fill your heart with the love of Christ through biblical teaching and relevant application for the season you’re in. Renew Devotionals is a podcast where moms can listen to ten minute audible devotionals with scripture and teaching from author and mom Grace Thweatt. You can also subscribe to the Renewed Motherhood newsletter to get the devotionals in written form plus weekly liturgies and encouraging articles for moms in your inbox, all for free. In the beautiful yet challenging years of raising children, Renew Devotionals invites you to come to God’s Word and find yourself met with Christ’s renewing power. You can listen to Renew Devotionals wherever you get your podcasts, and you can subscribe to the newsletter at renewedmotherhood.substack.com

Get ready to join Julie and Matt, as they unpack the meaning of the 8th commandment, 'You shall not steal'. In this episode, we invite our good friend and baseball player, Justin, to share his unique perspective on the concept of 'stealing' within the realm of baseball. Tune in as we explore the differences between stealing in a game like baseball and stealing outside of the game.

We also journey through the story of Jacob and Esau from the Bible, a classic tale of deceit and theft. We unpack how stealing was not only wrong in God's eyes but also a demonstration of a lack of trust in God's plan. We wrap up the episode with a fun game to review what we learned and reflect on how we can trust in God's plan for us. 

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Helpful Definitions:

STEAL — To take something that does not belong to you.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 27:26-29, Exodus 20:1-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The eighth commandment says you should not steal? (TRUE!)
4. True or False? We shouldn’t trust God has a plan for us? (FALSE! GOD HAS A GOOD PLAN FOR ALL OF US.)
5. Fill in the blank. God is faithful to his own _____ (PLANS! GOD’S PLANS ARE GOOD AND WE CAN TRUST THEM!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Parents, do you ever come across something and think, "Hey, where was that when I was a kid!?" That's what Kaleidoscope is for us. It's perfect for kids ages 6-12 and makes the most fabulous Christmas gift. Let me tell you more: as a parent, you want to give your kids helpful, faithful, Biblical resources as early as you can. But eventually, kids grow out of storybook bibles (+ they've read them a million times). So, what's next? Jumping straight to an adult translation is a HUGE leap... most of them are written at a high school level or higher and kids find them boring, cumbersome, and just simply too much! What's a parent to do with that tricky in-between stage to keep kids engaged in studying God's word? That's where Kaleidoscope comes in. They help bridge the gap between storybook bibles and adult translations by retelling every book of the Bible at an elementary reading level in beautifully designed, single-volume chapter books. Your kids will learn in words and language they can understand! SEE... where was that when we were kids, am i right?? Kaleidoscope also has volumes on everything from Genesis and Exodus to Mark and Romans. Check them out today at readkaleidoscope.com or follow them on Instagram at @readkaleidoscope. But wait, there's more...take 10% off your order this Christmas season with the code BIGSTORY. Kaleidoscope… the new kid in kids' bibles.

Moms, motherhood can make finding the space to connect with God and study his Word a challenge. Renew Devotionals seeks to fill your heart with the love of Christ through biblical teaching and relevant application for the season you’re in. Renew Devotionals is a podcast where moms can listen to ten minute audible devotionals with scripture and teaching from author and mom Grace Thweatt. You can also subscribe to the Renewed Motherhood newsletter to get the devotionals in written form plus weekly liturgies and encouraging articles for moms in your inbox, all for free. In the beautiful yet challenging years of raising children, Renew Devotionals invites you to come to God’s Word and find yourself met with Christ’s renewing power. You can listen to Renew Devotionals wherever you get your podcasts, and you can subscribe to the newsletter at renewedmotherhood.substack.com

Adding to our understanding of the 7th commandment is our special guest, Wanda, the wedding planner. Wanda shares the importance of faithfulness and the sanctity of marriage. She beautifully highlights how marriage is God's idea and explains why faithfulness and purity in love mirror God's love for us. We also venture into a story from the Bible, featuring the first marriage of Adam and Eve, and explore teachings from Jesus about marital love. So, buckle up and get ready for an episode full of biblical teachings, life lessons, and a whole lot of fun!

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments! 

Helpful Definitions:

ADULTERY — When someone is not faithful to their husband or wife. Adultery dishonors God because it devalues people.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 19:5-6

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The seventh commandment is only for married people? (FALSE! IT’S FOR EVERYONE!)
4. True or False? All people are valuable to God (TRUE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Join Julie & Matt as they unpack the meaning behind God's 6th commandment and its call for us to value human life, just as He does. We explore the story of Moses, his struggle with this commandment and the actions he took. We also discuss God's deep love for humanity and His desire to protect His people, even when situations seem dire.

We journey back to ancient Egypt to gain a better understanding of this commandment and its context. In our conversation with Nicholas, we get an insight into the hard labor endured by the people, as well as the intricacies of Moses's identity. This episode reminds us that we are all valuable in the eyes of God and that we are called to treat one another with respect. The good news is that God has provided a rescuer, Jesus, who forgives us when we sin.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments! 

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 2:12, Exodus 20:1-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The sixth commandment tells us not to lie? (FALSE! IT SAYS NOT TO MURDER)
4. True or False? Anger is not a sin (TRUE! ANGER IS AN EMOTION, NOT A SIN)
5. True or False? All people are valuable to God (TRUE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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As we dive into the 5th commandment together, Anna from the Army Honor Guard, helps us discover what honor means. She suggests that it's more than just showing respect to those around us, it's about treating everyone as important and special. Join us as we understand how to honor our parents, no matter where we are in life. 

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Helpful Definitions:

HONOR — Showing respect by thinking highly of someone and by treating them as important and special people.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:1–2

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for “commandment”? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or False. The 5th Commandment - honor your father and mother - is a commandment just for kids. (FALSE. WE HONOR OUR PARENTS OUR WHOLE LIVES)
4. How can we show honor to our parents? (BY OBEYING THEM!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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We have a special guest joining us, Dr. Mitch, who offers a fascinating perspective on the role of rest in our lives, both from a spiritual and physical health viewpoint. Tune in as he clarifies the concept of Sabbath and why God, although not needing rest Himself, emphasized the importance of rest for us. We explore the concept of Sabbath being a 'stopping day', and even look into Genesis to examine where this idea originated.

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Helpful Definitions:

THE SABBATH — A day of rest. It’s a day every week to remember that our bodies need a break because we can’t work like God works.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 2:1-3

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False. Sabbath means “to rest” or “to stop working.” (TRUE)
2. True or False. God rested on the Seventh day because he was tired (FALSE. GOD DOESN’T GET TIRED. HE RESTED BECAUSE HE WAS FINISHED.)
3. Fill in the Blank. The Fourth Commandment says to work for six days then rest, or stop working on the ____________ day. (SEVENTH)
4. True or False. Only adults should follow and obey the Sabbath. (FALSE. THE SABBATH IS A GIFT TO EVERYONE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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We explore the importance of words and why it matters to use them in the right way. We talk to our friend Garrick, an etymologist, about why words have power and why it is important to use them for the right reasons. We also discuss the Third Commandment, which tells us not to take God's name in vain. Garrick explains why it is important to use God's name to honor Him and to only speak true things about Him. We learn that when it comes to using words, we want to use the right word in the right way for the right reason.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments!

Helpful Definitions:

ETYMOLOGIST — a person who studies words.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 3:13-15

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The third commandment is about God’s name? (TRUE!)
4. God says his name is I am who…. (I AM!)
5. True or False? God’s name is his character? (TRUE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Get ready for a lively and enlightening exploration into the Bible's second commandment in this week's episode of God's Big Story. Julie and Matt, alongside our special guest Steven the Carpenter, unravel the true meaning of the commandment - "You shall not make for yourself an idol." We discover that idols are not just about graven images but anything or anyone we love more than God. So, join us on this insightful journey, as we unravel God's Word and learn to apply it in our lives.

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Helpful Definitions:

IDOL — Anything we love and trust more than God.

Scripture Reference:

1 Samuel 5:2-3

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Anyone or anything you love more than God is called an… (IDOL)
2. True or False. The Second Commandment says “you shall not make for yourself an idol.” (TRUE)
3. True or false? There aren’t any examples of idols to false gods in the Old Testament (FALSE! THE OT REFERENCES MANY FALSE GODS AND THEIR IDOLS)
4. Is it ok to worship other things or people besides God? (NO! ONLY GOD DESERVES OUR WORSHIP!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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We discuss the first of the Ten Commandments, which states that there should be no other gods besides the one true God. We talk about the concept of luck and how it is not something to be trusted in. We invite our friend Anna, a Botanist, to talk about the four-leaf clover and its significance. We also share the story of the Israelites worshiping a golden calf and how God forgave them. We end the episode with a song about God's goodness.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments!

Helpful Definitions:

THE 10 COMMANDMENTS — They help us know about the nature and character of God and they help us live in relationship with one another.

IDOL — Anything we love and trust more than God.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 32:30

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or false? The first commandment says that you shall have some other gods besides me (FALSE! YOU SHALL HAVE NO OTHER GODS…)
4. Is it ok to worship other things or people besides God? (NO! ONLY GOD DESERVES OUR WORSHIP!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt kick off season 9 by introducing the theme of the 10 Commandments! They are joined by Becca, a Referee, who explains how rules are important in sports and in life. The Ten Commandments are God's rules for His people, and they help us love God and others. We'll discuss each commandment and how they point to our need for a Savior. The episode ends with a fun game and a worship song celebrating God's goodness.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments!

Helpful Definitions:

THE 10 COMMANDMENTS — They help us know about the nature and character of God and they help us live in relationship with one another.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 20 & Exodus 24:3

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are other names for commandment? (RULES, WORDS, LAW)
2. Who gave the Israelites the 10 commandments? (GOD)
3. True or False? The 10 Commandments help us love God and love each other? (TRUE!)
4. Can we obey the 10 commandments perfectly? (NO! MATT: ONLY JESUS OBEYED PERFECTLY)
5. True or False? Because we can’t obey perfectly, God is not good. (FALSE! GOD IS GOOD BECAUSE HE SENT JESUS TO SAVE US FROM OUR SINS!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Join us this season as we talk about each of the 10 commandments and see that God is good to give us them.

Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments.

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Julie and Matt are joined by Colleen, the Bible Teacher, to learn about how we can worship God with our voices!

Helpful Definitions:

WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that they are most valuable.

Scripture Reference:

Luke 2:46-49

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False. There is only 1 way to worship God (FALSE, WE CAN WORSHIP GOD IN LOTS OF WAYS!)
2. Finish this sentence. Worship is telling and showing someone or something that they are most _______. (VALUABLE)
3. True or False. We can only use our voices to sing songs to God (FALSE…WE CAN USE OUR VOICES TO TEACH OR GIVE A SHOUT OF PRAISE)
4. True or False. We can worship God with our whole selves! (TRUE!)
5. God is most valuable only he deserves our _____ (WORSHIP)

Song:

Enter His Gate (Psalm 100) by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt are joined by Hannah, the Humanitarian, to learn about how we can worship God with our actions!

Helpful Definitions:

WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that they are most valuable.

HUMANITARIAN — Someone who is concerned with human welfare, or in other words, it’s a person who cares about other people.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 22:39

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False. There is only 1 way to worship God (FALSE, WE CAN WORSHIP GOD IN LOTS OF WAYS!)
2. Finish this sentence. Worship is telling and showing someone or something that they are most _______. (VALUABLE)
3. True or False. We should love our neighbors less than ourselves (FALSE! WE SHOULD LOVE OUR NEIGHBORS AS OURSELVES))
4. What are some of the ways we can worship God with our actions (HELPING OTHERS!)
5. True or False. Jesus himself gave The Great Commandment. (TRUE)

Song:

Enter His Gate (Psalm 100) by The Village Kids

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Today's guest is Theo the Theologian, who spends a lot of time learning about God and sharing his knowledge with others. Julie and Matt discuss with Theo how we can worship God with our hearts and minds, and the importance of learning more about God to grow in our love for Him.

Helpful Definitions:

WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that they are most valuable .

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 22:37

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False. There is only 1 way to worship God (FALSE, WE CAN WORSHIP GOD IN LOTS OF WAYS!)
2. Finish this sentence. Worship is telling and showing someone or something that they are most _______. (VALUABLE)
3. True or False. We can worship God with our Hearts and Minds (True)
4. What are some of the ways we can worship God with our Hearts and Minds (READ THE BIBLE, MEDITATE ON HIS WORKS, PRAY TO HIM!)
5. True or False. Jesus himself gave The Great Commandment. (TRUE)

Song:

Enter His Gate (Psalm 100) by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt are joined by Tanner, the Worship Leader, to talk about the importance of worship. Tanner explains that worship is showing someone or something that they are most valuable and that we were made to worship God. He also shares his role as a worship leader, encouraging and leading people to worship the one true God.

Helpful Definitions:

WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that they are most valuable .

Scripture Reference:

Psalm 100:1–3

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False. We were made to worship God (TRUE)
2. Finish this sentence. Worship is telling and showing someone or something that they are most _______. (VALUABLE)
3. True or False. There are many ways to worship God. (TRUE)
4. Which book of the Bible is made up of songs or praises to God? (PSALMS)
5. Last Question
6. True or False? God alone is worthy of our worship. (TRUE)

Song:

Enter His Gate (Psalm 100) by The Village Kids

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• Who and why we worship
• Worship with our hearts + minds
• Worship with our actions
• Worship with our voices

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Julie and Matt are on the search for the answer to the question “Who is a minister?” They’ll be joined by their friend Heather (a minister) as she helps clarify who ministers and what ministry is.

Together, we’ll read the Bible, play a game, and sing a song as we conclude our season about B!g Church.

Helpful Definitions:

MINISTER — Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus is a minister. A minister is someone who attends to the needs and wants of others. At church, ministers attend to–or help–others in the name of Jesus.

A CHURCH — A group of people who love and trust Jesus.

THE CHURCH — Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Ephesians 4:15-16

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False? A minister is a helper of people. (TRUE)

2. True or False? Everyone in the church has the same job. (FALSE…God gives each person different gifts to serve the church)

3. People who work at the church are called ______. (MINISTERS)

4. All people who love and trust Jesus are called ______. (MINISTERS)

5: When everyone uses their gifts to serve the church, the church is built up in _____. (LOVE)

Song:

Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids

Join Julie and Matt as they explore the answer to the question “What is worship?” They’ll be joined by their friend Lauren (a musician) as she helps discover what worship is.

Together, we’ll read the Bible, play a game, and sing a song as we continue to learn more about B!g Church this season.

Helpful Definitions:

WORSHIP — how we show that God is most valuable. Only God deserves our worship. We use our voices, minds, and bodies to worship God.

BIBLE — God’s true Word. It is from God and about God.

Scripture Reference:

Daniel 3:17-18

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False? God deserves our worship. (TRUE)

2. True or False? God was with Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace? (TRUE)

3. True or False? God protected the men because they perfectly worshiped God (FALSE–God rescued the men because He is good  and He loved them)

4. True or False? We can only worship God if we are in church? (FALSE- We can worship God anywhere at any time)

5: We can worship God with our voices, minds, and bodies? (TRUE–We can worship God with our whole self)

Song:

Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids

Join Matt and Julie as they help answer the question “What is a Sermon?” They’re joined by Pastor Carter as he helps track down what makes a sermon special.

Together, we’ll read the Bible, play a game, and sing a song as we continue to learn more about B!g Church this season.

Helpful Definitions:

SERMON – A special speech that always talks and teaches about something from the Bible. The whole point of a sermon is to help people know what the Bible says, understand what the Bible means, and do what the Bible commands.

BIBLE — God’s true Word. It is from God and about God.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 2:37, 38, 41

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False: A sermon is a special speech that teaches about something in the Bible. (True.)

2. What does a sermon do? (It helps people know what the Bible says, understand what the Bible means, and do what the Bible commands.)

3. True or False: God uses sermons to change peoples’ lives. (True.)

4. Why should we pay close attention and listen to sermons? (Because God wants to talk with us.)

5: True or False: Sermons are just for grown ups. (False! Sermons are for everyone.)

Song:

God Wants to Talk With Us by The Village Kids

Join Matt and Julie as they answer the question “What is Communion?” Today they’re joined by their friend, Bernie the baker (a legend in the baking), as they look for answers and find what they knead to know. Together, we’ll read the Bible, play a game, and sing a song as we continue to learn more about B!g Church this season.

Helpful Definitions:

COMMUNION – when people who love and trust Jesus eat and drink together to remember His death on the cross, how Jesus’ body was broken like bread and His blood was poured out like wine for sin.

BIBLE — God’s true Word. It is from God and about God.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 26:26-29

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. The symbolic meal of bread and juice served during church is called ___________ (Communion. Or the Lord’s Supper!)

2. What does the bread remind us of? (Jesus broken body)

3. What does the juice remind us of? (Jesus shed blood)

4. Does taking communion save you or forgive you of your sins? (No! Turning from sin and believing in Jesus does!)

5: Who is communion for? (Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus)

Song:

Jesus Came To Save Sinners by The Village Kids

Join Matt and Julie as they answer the question “What is Baptism?” They’re joined by their long-time friend, Will Derness, the wilderness explorer, as they search for answers. Together, we’ll read the Bible, play a game, and sing a song as we continue to learn more about B!g Church this season.

Helpful Definitions:

BAPTISM — to dip someone under some water and bring them back up—like Jesus died and was raised back to life—to show everyone that God has given them a new heart like Jesus.

THE CHURCH — everyone who loves and trusts Jesus.

MOTIVATION — the reason why

Scripture References:

Romans 10:9, Matthew 28:19-20

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. True or False: Jesus was baptized by his cousin John. (True)

2. True or False: When someone is baptized, we should celebrate. (True)

3. True or False: You should get baptized if your friends are. (False)

4. True or False: Once I’m baptized, I am saved. (False…baptism doesn’t save you, it shows others you already love and trust Jesus)

5. True or False: When someone is baptized, they go under the water and come back up. (True…that symbolizes Jesus death, burial and resurrection)

Song:

Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids

Big church shouldn’t be scary at all. There might be some big words or things that are hard to understand but that’s why we’re here to help! Join Matt and Julie as they help answer “What is baptism? What is communion? What’s a sermon? What is worship?” and “Who is a minister?” They’ll be joined by some fun and interesting friends and you won’t want to miss out on the fun beginning next week!

In episode 63, Julie and Matt learn what it means to lament when we pray to God. Their good friend, Kayley the Songwriter, stops by to remind them that God wants to talk to us about everything, even difficult things!

This season is all about prayer, and episode 64 is all about confessing our sins and repenting. Join Julie and Matt as they travel back in time to a place called Jericho!

In the first episode of our series on prayer, Julie and Matt learn all about praise and thanksgiving with help from their friend, Kim the Minister! Join us as we kick off season six of God’s Big Story!

In this last episode on prayer, Julie and Matt talk with their friend, the Theologian, to learn more about asking God to do or give us things.

God's Big Story season six is coming soon! Join us as we learn all about prayer.

Julie and Brad review all of the fruit of the Spirit we've learned about this season and then play two special review games with game show host, Anna!

Brad and Julie learn about our last fruit of the Spirit—self-control—from their friend and favorite pro wrestler, Ultimate Romans Road Warrior!

Join Julie and Brad as they head to the museum to learn all about gentleness—our next Fruit of the Spirit!

Head to a construction site with Julie and special guest host Producer Brad as they learn all about faithfulness from their friend Ron the Builder!

Matt and Julie are off to the zoo to learn about the next fruit of the Spirit—goodness—with Guy the Zookeeper!

Matt and Julie play a special game to help them remember and review the first five Fruit of the Spirit we've learned about so far!

Matt and Julie hop in the time machine to travel back in time to meet an inn keeper who helps them learn about the story of the Good Samaritan and our next Fruit of the Spirit—kindness!

Matt and Julie are joined by their friend the Gardener the continue learning about the Fruit of the Spirit. On this episode, they learn all about patience!

On this episode of God’s Big Story, Matt and Julie’s friend the Historian joins them to help them learn about peace! Tune in to hear about when Jesus sent His people a Helper—the Holy Spirit—and what that means for us now!

Next up as we learn about the fruit of the Spirit is JOY! Join Matt and Julie as they learn all about what it means to have true joy through the story of Job.

With the help of their friend the Perfume Maker, Matt and Julie learn about the first Fruit of the Spirit—love! Join them as they hear from Luke 7, play a game, and sing a song.

Join Matt and Julie as they get ready for season 5 of God's Big Story! Tune in today to hear a short recap of everything we've learned on seasons 1–4 and what we plan to learn about this fall (spoiler: it's the Fruit of the Spirit!). We hope you'll join us!

Join us for season 5 as we learn about the Fruit of the Spirit.

On the last episode of season 4, Julie and Matt review what we learned from the Old Testament this season, talk to some listeners, and give a preview of what's coming this fall!

Marissa the Meteorologist joins Matt and Julie to learn about a special group of people from the Bible—God's prophets!

Guy the Zookeeper is back as we learn about the story of how God used Jonah to save lots of people, even when Jonah didn't obey Him.

Guy the Zookeeper joins Matt and Julie to learn all about lions and the time God saved Daniel!

Julie and Matt are joined by three best friends to help them learn about the God saved Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace!

On today's episode, God uses Esther to help save His people, the Israelites, from an evil king.

Julie and Matt's friend, The Blacksmith, joins them to talk about idols and the story of Baal from the Bible!

We’re singing on this episode of God’s Big Story as we learn about a book of the Bible that is full of songs of worship to God—Psalms!

Join us on this episode to learn more about a familiar story from the Bible—when David defeated Goliath!

Today on God's Big Story, Julie and Matt visit their friend Sam the Shepherd to learn about how God chose a young shepherd boy, David, to be the next king of Israel!

Join Matt and Julie as they learn about how God wants to talk with us through the story of Hannah!

Julie and Matt travel back in time to learn about how God is a Good Provider through the story of Naomi and Ruth!

Season 4 of God’s Big Story starts TODAY! This season, we’ll continue hearing stories from the Old Testament as we visit some old and new friends, learn new songs, and even start a brand new Bible Challenge!

God's Big Story season four is coming soon! Join us as we continue learning from the Old Testament.

Christmas was last week, but we still have one more episode of our Advent mini-series. Join us as we learn about when the wise men traveled to meet and worship Jesus.

Prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ with episode two of our Advent mini-series!

Our Advent mini-series begins today as we learn about how and why God promised a Savior! Join us as we learn from the Bible, hear from listeners, and learn a new memory verse song together!

Sean is back to talk about his big move and what it might have been like for the Israelites when they finally entered the Promised Land!

Helpful Definitions:

THE CHURCH — God’s family.

Scripture Reference:

Joshua 6:16 and 20

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who was the new leader that God gave the Israelites? (JOSHUA!)
2. God promised to lead His people into a wonderful land, but there was a city in the way. What was the name of the city? (JERICHO!) 
3. What was around the city of Jericho (A GIANT WALL!)
4. How many days did the people march around the giant walls of the city? (SEVEN!) 
5. On the seventh day, what did God tell the Isarelites to do? (MARCH AROUND THE WALL 7 TIMES, MAKING LOTS OF NOISE!)
6. What happened next? (THE WALL FELL DOWN | AND THE ISRAELITES GOT TO GO TO THE PROMISED LAND!)
7. Who made the wall fall down? (GOD! HE’S IN CHARGE OF EVERYTHING!) 

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt are joined by their friend, The Baker, to learn about when God gave manna and the 10 Commandments to the Israelites!

Helpful Definitions:

MIRACLE — Something amazing, that doesn’t normally happen, that shows God’s power.

THE CHURCH — God’s family.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 16:15

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. The Israelites wandered in the hot, dry…(DESERT!)
2. Who are God’s special, chosen people? (THE ISRAELITES)
3. God provided food in the morning for his people. What was it called? (MANNA!)
4. God provided food in the evening for his people. What was it called? (QUAIL!)
5. God gave his people laws called the 10….(COMMANDMENTS!)
6. Were God’s people able to keep all of God’s laws? (NO!) Did God love them? (YES!)
7. God loved them so much that he sent Jesus, who kept the law perfectly. Everyone who loves and trusts Jesus is part of the Church. The Church is….(GOD’S FAMILY!)

Song:

God’s Big Book by The Village Kids

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Jared the Israelite teaches us that God is good through the story of when He rescued the Israelites from Pharaoh at the Red Sea.

Helpful Definitions:

MIRACLE — something amazing, that doesn’t normally happen, that shows God’s power.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 14:29–30

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. God sent Moses to save the Israelites. What were the Israelites doing in Egypt? (THEY WERE ENSLAVED BY PHARAOH)
2. What did God put in the sky to lead the Israelites away from Egypt? (A CLOUD IN THE DAY AND A PILLAR OF FIRE AT NIGHT!) 
3. When the Israelites left Egypt, did Pharoah change his mind about letting them go? (YES!)
4. What did Pharaoh send to chase after the Israelites so he could bring them back to Egypt? (HIS ARMY OF HORSES AND CHARIOTS!)
5. How did the Israelites cross the Red Sea and escape from Pharaoh’s army? (GOD PARTED THE RED SEA AND THEY CROSSED ON DRY LAND!)
6. Is God Good? (YES!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Tune in as we learn about how God is in charge of everything through the story of the ten plagues God sent to Egypt!

Helpful Definitions:

PLAGUE — something really bad—usually a disease or sickness—that affects a LOT of people.

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 7:5

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Why did God send Moses to Egypt? (TO RESCUE THE ISRAELITES FROM ENSLAVEMENT)
2. Who was the king of Egypt? (PHARAOH!) 
3. Did Pharaoh listen to Moses when he told him to listen to God and let God’s people go? (NO!)
4. God sent 10 plagues to Egypt to show his power and save the Israelites. What were some of the plagues? (WATER TURNED TO BLOOD, FROGS, FLIES, GNATS, ANIMALS DIED, SKIN HURT, DARKNESS, AND ALL THE FIRSTBORN BOYS DIED) 
5. Finally, after God sent all of the plagues to show how powerful he was, did Pharaoh listen to Moses and do what God said? (YES!)
6. What is God in charge of? (EVERYTHING!) 

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Special Agent Mike joins the God’s Big Story crew to talk about when God rescued and called Moses to be a part of His plan to rescue the Israelites! Tune in as we use this story from the Bible to learn more about how God wants to talk with us! 🎉

Scripture Reference:

Exodus 2:24-25

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who were God’s special and chosen people? (ABRAHAM FAMILY, THE ISRAELITES)
2. Who did Pharaoh enslave in Egypt? (ISRAELITES!) 
3. What did the Israelites do? (THEY PRAYED FOR HELP) Did God hear them? (YES!)
4. Who found and raised Moses? (PHARAOH’S DAUGHTER) 
5. Moses saw something while he was taking care of his sheep. What was it? (A BURNING BUSH)
6. Who called out to him from the bush? (GOD!) 
7. What did God tell Moses to do? (GO BACK TO EGYPT TO BE A PART OF HIS RESCUE PLAN)

Song:

God Wants to Talk with Us by The Village Kids

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Julie and Matt time travel to ancient Israel, where they meet Joseph's brother, Benjamin, and learn all about their big family and how God used Joseph!

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 50:20–21

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. How many brothers did Joseph have? (ELEVEN!)
2. Why were Joseph’s brothers angry at him? (THEY WERE JEALOUS, THAT JACOB SHOWED HIM MORE FAVOR)
3. What did Jacob give to Joseph that made his brothers really jealous? (A BEAUTIFUL COAT!)
4. How did Joseph’s brothers get rid of him? (THEY SOLD HIM TO BE ENSLAVED.)
5. Where did Joseph live when he was enslaved? (EGYPT!)
6. After Joseph helps Pharaoh understand his dream, what did Pharaoh do for him? (FREED HIM AND MADE HIM A PRINCE!)
7. Was Joseph mean or kind to his brothers when they came asking for help/food? (KIND!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Join Julie, Matt, and The Theologian as they learn about how God is in charge of everything through the story of God rescuing Isaac!

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 22:2

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Did God give Abraham and Sarah a son? (YES!)
2. What was their son’s name? (ISAAC)
3. What did God ask Abraham to do with Isaac? (GOD ASKED ABRAHAM TO SACRIFICE ISAAC AND GIVE HIM BACK TO GOD)
4. Did Abraham obey? (YES, BECAUSE HE LOVED AND TRUSTED GOD!)
5. What happened right before Abraham was about to sacrifice Isaac? (A VOICE TOLD HIM NOT TO SACRIFICE HIS SON AND GOD GAVE THEM A RAM INSTEAD!)
6. How do we know that God can keep His promises? (BECAUSE GOD IS IN CHARGE OF EVERYTHING!)

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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The Astronomer joins Matt and Julie to help them learn about God's promise to Abraham—that his offspring would outnumber the stars!

Helpful Definitions:

COVENANT — An unbreakable promise between God and his people.

THE CHURCH — God’s family.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 15:5-6

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Did God promise Abraham and Sarah a son? (YES!) 
2. Did God keep his promise by giving Abraham and Sarah a son? (YES!) 
3. What was their son’s name? (ISAAC)
4. A covenant is an unbreakable promise from God to his ______? (PEOPLE!)
5. In God’s covenant with Abraham, he promised that Abraham’s children’s children’s children would be more than what? (THE STARS IN THE SKY!)

Song:

God’s Big Book by The Village Kids

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Join us as Meteorologist Marissa helps Julie and Matt learn about the time God saved Noah and his family!

Helpful Definitions:

COVENANT — An unbreakable promise between God and his people.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 6:17–18

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What was wrong with the hearts of all the people God had made? (THEY WERE SICK WITH SIN!)
2. What did God decide to send as punishment for the sins of man? (A FLOOD!)
3. What man did God make a covenant with to save him from the flood?  (NOAH!)
4. What did God tell Noah to build? (AN ARK!)
5. How many days and nights did it rain during the flood? (40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS!)
6. What did God put in the sky to remind Noah he would never destroy the earth again with a flood? (A RAINBOW!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Judge Jesse returns to help Julie and Matt learn about the time that Adam and Eve disobeyed God and that Jesus came to save sinners!

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 3:6

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Where did Adam and Eve live? (a beautiful garden)
2. Did Adam and Eve obey God’s rule to not eat the fruit of one tree? (No!)
3. Who told Eve to eat the fruit from that one tree? (A lying snake!)
4. What happened to Adam and Eve’s hearts after they disobeyed? (They became sick with sin)
5. What did God do to Adam and Eve after they disobeyed? (He sent them away from the garden)
6. What promise did God make to Adam and Eve before He sent them away from the garden? (That He would someday send a Savior - Jesus!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

On this episode we learn about when God made Adam and Eve, and what it means to be made in God's image!

Helpful Definitions:

IMAGO DEI — The image of God.

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 2:7

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What are the names of the first man and woman? (ADAM, EVE)
2. Were man and woman made the same way everything else was? (NO!)
3. How did God make Adam? (HE BREATHED INTO DUST.)
4. Are man and woman made in God’s image? (YES!)
5. Are animals and plants and stars made in God’s image? (NO!)
6. Do people have special jobs given to them by God? (YES!)

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Season 3 of God's Big Story kicks off as we take it all the way back to the beginning, learning about when God made the world!

Scripture Reference:

Genesis 1:1-2

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who Made Everything? (GOD!)
2. Did God make everything out of nothing? (YES!)
3. How many days did it take for God to make everything? (SIX!)
4. What did God say at the end of each day after making something? (THAT IT WAS GOOD!)
5. What did God say after he made the man and the woman? (THAT IT IS WAS VERY GOOD!)
6. What did God do on the seventh day? (HE RESTED!)

Song:

God Made Everything by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie wrap up season two by talking about what we’ve learned this season, answering listener questions, playing some games, and singing!

Listener Questions:

1. What are God’s miracles?
2. How did people know what to write about in the Bible?
3. If the Holy Spirit is a spirit, how can he do things in the not in the spiritual world?
4. Why was Jesus born in a stable?

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. One of the ways that the Holy Spirit helps God’s people is by giving them new hearts that love and trust Jesus. (TRUE)
2. On the day of Pentecost, there were lots of people who wanted to hear what the disciples were saying about Jesus but couldn’t understand them (FALSE, THE HOLY SPIRIT HELPED THE DISCIPLES SPEAK IN OTHER LANGUAGES THAT PEOPLE UNDERSTOOD.)
3. The Church is God’s family–everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus (TRUE)
4. The apostles were disciples of Jesus who saw Him resurrected from the dead, and who had been given special power from God. (TRUE!)
5. Simon the magician was great and powerful, as great and powerful as God (FALSE!) - GOD IS IN CHARGE OF EVERYTHING, INCLUDING, SIMON. ONLY GOD HAS ALL POWER.
6. The Holy Spirit guided and helped the people who wrote the Bible so that their words were God’s words and exactly what God wanted to say. (TRUE!)
7. When Jesus comes back, God is going to fix everything broken by sin and the Church will live with God forever. (TRUE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Kim the Runner joins Sean and Julie to talk about how God is good as they learn that Jesus will come again!

Helpful Definitions:

THE CHURCH — Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Revelation 21:3-4

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What is the name given to everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus? (THE CHURCH)
2. RIght now, the Church is waiting for something. What are they waiting for? (FOR JESUS TO COME BACK)
3. Who got to be with God in the perfect garden that He made? (ADAM AND EVE)
4. When Adam and Eve sinned, everything in God’s perfect world broke. Now bad things happen and our hearts are sick with what? (SIN)
5. God promised Adam and Eve that one day He would send a Savior to rescue God’s people from sin. Who is the Savior? (JESUS)
6. When Jesus comes back, everything that is broken because of sin will be made brand new and the Church will get to be with God… (FOREVER!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie's friend and special guest, Michael the Elder, joins them to talk about how the Church is God's family as they continue learning about Paul's missionary journeys.

Helpful Definitions:

ELDER — Means “overseer” or someone who is responsible for taking care of something for someone else. Elders are given responsibility by Jesus--who is in charge of every church--, to care for a local church.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 20

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Paul went on how many missionary journeys? (THREE)
2. Paul’s third journey was to a city called... (EPHESUS)
3. Were the people of Ephesus worshipping God or idols? (IDOLS)
4. How many people believe Paul’s words about Jesus? (MANY, MANY PEOPLE!)
5. Did that make everyone in the city happy? (NOPE. PEOPLE SELLING IDOLS WERE ANGRY)
6. Did God rescue Paul’s friends from the angry people? (YES!)
7. Was Paul afraid of telling other people the good news about Jesus? (NO!)
8. Why not? Paul knew people needed to hear the good news about Jesus because only Jesus came to save sinners and bring them into God’s family, the…. (CHURCH!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Josh the Craftsman joins Sean and Julie as they continue learning about Paul's missionary journeys. On this episode, we learn about how God Made Everything as Paul heads to Corinth.

Helpful Definitions:

P.A.C.E. — P- Paul! An apostle of Jesus Christ (sometimes also called Saul). A- Antioch (1st journey). C- Corinth (2nd journey). E- Ephesus (3rd journey).

Scripture Reference:

Acts 17:24-25

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What do we call someone who tells other people in other places the gospel truth? (A MISSIONARY) 
2. Paul’s second journey was to a city called what? (CORINTH)
3. Which big, important city did Paul stop in on his way to Corinth? (ATHENS)
4. What were the people in Athens worshipping? (IDOLS)
5. Were the gods the people of Athens were worshipping real? (No!)
6. Who did Paul tell them deserves all of our worship? (THE ONE, TRUE GOD)
7. Did God save some of the people listening to Paul and bring them into His family? (YES!)
8. Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus is a part of God’s family the… (CHURCH!)

Song:

God Made Everything by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie learn about Paul's missionary journey to Antioch by talking with their friend Jen, the gardener.

Helpful Definitions:

THE CHURCH — Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 14

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What do we call someone who tells other people in other places the gospel truth? (A MISSIONARY) 
2. Paul went on how many missionary journeys? (THREE)
3. Did Paul and Barnabas share the gospel with the Jews in Antioch? (YES!)
4. Were all of the Jews happy about what Paul & Barnabus were teaching? (NO)
5. Who did Paul & Barnabas say they were going to teach next? (GENTILES)
6. Did the Gentiles believe in Jesus? Yes! Many of them  became a part of the… (CHURCH!)
7. Who belongs to God’s family, the Church? (EVERYONE WHO LOVES AND TRUSTS JESUS!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie use their time machine to travel back in time and learn about the time God saved Saul.

Helpful Definitions:

DISCIPLE — A friend or follower of Jesus

Scripture Reference:

Acts 9:15

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who hated the Church and tried to stop them by throwing them in prison? (SAUL)
2. Why did Saul hate the Church so much? He had a heart that was sick with sin and did not believe what they were saying about… (JESUS)
3. Where was Saul going to arrest followers of Jesus? (DAMASCUS)
4. While Saul was on the road, who appeared to him and showed him what was true? (JESUS!)
5. In Damascus, who did God send to Saul to pray for him and restore Saul’s sight even though he was scared? (ANANAIS)
6. Did God give Saul a new, healthy heart that loved Jesus even though Saul was a sinner? (YES! JESUS CAME TO SAVE SINNERS!)
7. Where did Saul go to tell people about Jesus? (ALL OVER THE WORLD!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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Special guest, Morgan the Great, joins Sean and Julie to talk about the time God saved Simon the magician!

Helpful Definitions:

DISCIPLE — A friend or follower of Jesus

Scripture Reference:

Acts 8

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who left Jerusalem to tell the people of Samaria about Jesus? (PHILIP)
2. Did Israelites like talking to Samaritans? (NO!)
3. What amazing things did God do through Philip? (HEAL PEOPLES’ BODIES) 
4. Who else was doing amazing things, tricking the people with magic? (SIMON)
5. Was Simon as great and powerful as God? (NO!)
6. Simon offered Peter & John money to get the power of …. (THE HOLY SPIRIT)
7. Can we buy power from God with money? (NO!)
8. Unlike Simon, who is in Charge of Everything! (GOD!)

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend, Nathan the Historian, to talk about how God is in charge of everything through the story of Peter and John healing the man who was paralyzed.

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.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 3:6-7

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What were the names of the two apostles who went to the temple? (PETER AND JOHN)
2. Who did they see sitting outside the temple? (A PARALYZED MAN) 
3. What did he ask Peter and John to give him? (MONEY)
4. Did Peter and John give the man money? (NO)
5. What did they give him instead? (THEY HEALED HIM THROUGH THE POWER OF JESUS.)
6. What is it called when God does something amazing that doesn’t normally happen to show his power? (A MIRACLE!)
7. Why did Jesus and the apostles do miracles? To show that God loves people and that  what they were saying about Jesus was… (TRUE!)
8. Who is in charge of our bodies and our hearts? (GOD IS! GOD IS IN CHARGE OF EVERYTHING!)

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend, Jack Hammer the Builder, to learn about how the early Church began!

Helpful Definitions:

THE CHURCH — Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 2:46-47

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Everyone who has ever loved and trusted Jesus is called the... (THE CHURCH)
2. The Church is God’s… (FAMILY)
3. Who started the Church? (GOD)
4. What does the Church do because God loves them? (THEY WORSHIP GOD)
5. What is worship? (WORSHIP IS TELLING AND SHOWING GOD THAT YOU LOVE HIM, TOO!)
6. 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!)
7. Is God still bringing more and more people into His family? (YES!)
8. What is the Church waiting for? (FOR JESUS TO COME BACK, MAKE ALL THINGS NEW, AND BE WITH GOD FOREVER!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend Matt Chandler, the News Anchor, to learn about how the Holy Spirit helped Peter share the good news of Jesus!

Helpful Definitions:

THE HOLY SPIRIT — The Helper. He gives us new hearts, helps us talk with God, and helps us understand the Bible.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 2:37–38

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who did God send to help Peter and the Disciples after Jesus went back up to heaven? (THE HOLY SPIRIT!)
2. What was the name of the special day that the Holy Spirit came to help the disciples and Peter share news about God? (PENTECOST!)
3. Was the news that Peter shared with the crowd good news or bad news? (GOOD!)
4. What was the good news that Peter shared? (JESUS CAME TO SAVE SINNERS!)
5. How many people loved and trusted Jesus that day? (3,000)
6. On the day of Pentecost, what did the 3,000 people do after they believed in Jesus. (GOT BAPTIZED!) 

Song:

God is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend, Fire Chief Jenny, to talk about how Jesus sent a helper—the Holy Spirit—to be with His friends and followers after He went back to heaven.

Helpful Definitions:

THE HOLY SPIRIT — The Helper. He gives us new hearts, helps us talk with God, and helps us understand the Bible.

Scripture Reference:

Acts 2:7-8

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who did Jesus send to be with His disciples and help them? (THE HOLY SPIRIT)
2. 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) 
3. What was the day called when the Holy Spirit came to the disciples? (PENTECOST)
4. When the Helper came, what did it sound like? (WIND)
5. What appeared above their heads but did not hurt them? (FIRE)
6. Who heard and understood the disciples when they were speaking in different languages? (PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD WHO WERE IN THE CITY)
7. Did those people love and trust Jesus? (YES!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend Dr. Matt, the theologian, to talk about heaven.

Helpful Definitions:

THE CHURCH — Those who love and trust Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Romans 8:34

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What is heaven? (THE PLACE WHERE GOD LIVES)
2. What is special about heaven? (GOD IS THERE AND SIN IS NOT)
3. Where is Jesus right now? (IN HEAVEN WITH GOD THE FATHER)
4. Why is Jesus sitting down? (HIS WORK IS FINISHED)
5. Why is Jesus sitting on a throne? (HE IS THE KING!)
6. What is Jesus waiting for His followers to do? (GO AND TELL EVERYONE EVERYWHERE THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT HIM)
7. 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:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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This season, Sean and Julie will focus on what happened to Jesus' friends and followers after He went back to heaven.

Sean and Julie talk about how Jesus came to save sinners through the story of Zacchaeus, the tax collector!

Helpful Definitions:

TAX COLLECTOR — works with money. Their job is to go around and collect money.

Scripture Reference:

Luke 19:5-6

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What was Zacchaeus' job? (HE WAS A TAX COLLECTOR.)
2. What was Zacchaeus doing that was wrong? (HE WAS STEALING MONEY)
3. Why did  Zacchaeus  have a problem seeing Jesus? (HE WAS SMALL.)
4. After Zacchaeus climbed the tree, what did Jesus do? (JESUS WALKED UP TO THE TREE AND STARTED TALKING TO ZACCHAEUS)
5. Jesus told Zacchaeus to come down from the tree so he could go to his _____ (HOUSE.)
6. Did Zacchaeus obey? (YES!)
7. What did Zacchaeus decide to do after he spent time with Jesus? (GIVE BACK THE MONEY HE STOLE!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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Join us for the final episode of season 1 as Sean and Julie wrap up the season and answer questions from listeners!

Helpful Definitions:

THE BIBLE — God’s true Word. It is from God and about God and it is true.

Questions from Kids:

1. How did God exist before time?
2. How did sin enter the world and how did it enter our hearts?
3. Why do we go to church?
4. How does God love us?
5. Are there missionaries in every country?
6. When is God coming back?

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. T/F Jesus’ special friends and followers were called the tax collectors (FALSE! DISCIPLES)
2. T/F A miracle is something amazing,that doesn’t normally happen, that shows God’s power (TRUE)
3. T/F Jesus sank when he walked on the water! (FALSE!) - no way! Jesus walked on the water! It was a miracle
4. T/F Jesus loved the woman at the well (TRUE!)
5. T/F When the children came to Jesus, the disciples welcomed them (FALSE!) - they told them to go away, but Jesus welcomed them
6. T/F Jesus died on the cross, he was raised from the dead after 3 days? (TRUE!)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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We learn about what happened when Jesus came back to life!

Helpful Definitions:

MISSIONARY — Someone who goes and tells others about Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

John 21:15-17

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. The disciples got on a big boat one night to go ______? (FISHING!)
2. Did the disciples catch any fish that night? (NO, NOT ONE FISH)
3. Who called to them from the shore and told them to throw the net on the other side of the boat? (JESUS)
4. When they threw the net on the other side, did they catch any fish? (YES!)
5. What did Peter do when he realized the man on the shore was Jesus? (HE JUMPED IN THE WATER AND SWAM TO JESUS.)
6. Jesus spent time eating with the disciples and talking to them. What did Jesus ask Peter to do? (LOVE OTHERS AND TELL THEM ABOUT JESUS)
7. Where did Jesus go? (HEAVEN)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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We tell the story of Jesus dying and coming back to life as we read and learn about Luke 24:4–6.

Helpful Definitions:

PRAYER — The primary way we talk to God.

Scripture Reference:

Luke 23:46

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. After that very special meal, where did Jesus and His disciples go to pray? (A GARDEN)
2. Why were the temple leaders so angry at Jesus? Well, they were jealous and thought Jesus was lying about being…? (GOD!)
3. Which disciple loved money more than Jesus and led the soldiers to Him? (JUDAS)
4. Did Jesus go with the soldiers? (YES!)
5. When the leaders brought Jesus to Pilate, did he let Jesus go free? (NO)
6. What did the soldiers who hurt Jesus nail His hands and feet to? (A CROSS)
7. Jesus died on the cross to take our punishment for… (SIN!) 
8. Where was Jesus buried after He died? (A TOMB)
9. Who came to visit the tomb? (MARY AND MARY, JESUS’ FRIENDS)
10. Did they find Jesus there? (NO! JESUS WAS AND IS ALIVE!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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We’re exploring Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the Last Supper. Join us as we learn more about how Jesus came to save sinners!

Helpful Definitions:

PRAYER — The primary way we talk to God.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 21:8-9

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What city did Jesus and His disciples travel to for Passover? (JERUSALEM)
2. What animal was Jesus riding on? (A DONKEY)
3. What did the people lay down to welcome Jesus like a king? (COATS AND PALM BRANCHES)
4. What did the people shout? (“HOSANNA” OR “HOORAY! THE SAVIOR IS HERE!”)
5. What did Jesus eat and drink with His disciples to show them that He was about to die on the cross? (BREAD AND WINE)
6. Does God’s family, the Church, still eat this meal today? (YES!)
7. What did Jesus come to do? Jesus came to … (SAVE SINNERS!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie talk about Mark 10:13–16 and the truth that God wants to talk with all ​of us—and that means children, too!

Helpful Definitions:

PRAYER — The primary way we talk to God.

Scripture Reference:

Mark 10:13–16

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who were Jesus’ disciples? (HIS FRIENDS AND FOLLOWERS)
2. Who did the disciples try to turn away when they came to talk to Jesus? (CHILDREN)
3. When the disciples saw that parents were bringing their kids to see and talk with Jesus, what did the disciples do? (GO AWAY!)
4. Was Jesus too busy to talk with children? (NO!)
5. Does Jesus want to talk with the children? (YES!) 
6. How can we talk with God? ? (PRAYER)

Song:

God Wants to Talk with Us by The Village Kids

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Sean and Julie are joined by their friend The Historian to learn about the time Jesus met and loved the woman at the well. Join us as we talk, read, and sing about the truth that Jesus came to save sinners!

Helpful Definitions:

THE BIBLE — God’s true word.

Scripture Reference:

John 4:25-26

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Where was Jesus when He stopped at the well? (SAMARIA)
2. Who did Jesus talk to at the well? (A SAMARITAN WOMAN)
3. Did Jewish people typically talk to Samaritans? (NO!)
4. Did men typically talk to women who were not part of their family? (NO!)
5. Did the Samaritan woman believe that Jesus came to save sinners? (YES!)
6. Who did the woman tell about Jesus next? (EVERYONE IN SAMARIA!)
7. Did the people believe her? (YES!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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We continue learning about the life and ministry of Jesus! This time, we talk, read, and sing about how God is good as we read about the time Jesus healed the paralytic man.

Helpful Definitions:

MIRACLE — something amazing - that doesn’t normally happen - that shows God’s power.

Scripture Reference:

Mark 2:11-12

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Where was Jesus teaching the crowd of people? (HIS HOUSE!)
2. There was one man who wanted to see and hear Jesus for a very special reason. What was the reason? (HE COULDN’T WALK.)
3. Who brought this man to see Jesus? (HIS FOUR FRIENDS)
4. Why couldn’t the man and his friends get into the house? (IT WAS TOO FULL OF PEOPLE)
5. Did the friends just give up and go home? (NO!)
6. What did the four friends do to get the man in front of Jesus? They lowered him through… (A HOLE IN THE ROOF!)
7. Did Jesus heal this man? (YES! HE HEALED HIS BODY!... AND IS HEART)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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We learn about another miracle—the story of Jesus walking on water. Tune in as we learn and sing about the truth that God is in charge of everything!

Helpful Definitions:

MIRACLE — something amazing - that doesn’t normally happen - that shows God’s power.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 14:25-33

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. What did Jesus tell the disciples to do? (SAIL ACROSS THE SEA)
2. What did the disciples see? (SOMEONE WALKING ON THE WATER)
3. How did that make the disciples feel? (THEY WERE AFRAID.)
4. Who was walking on the water? (JESUS)
5. What is that called when God does something amazing-that doesn’t normally happen- to show His power? (A MIRACLE)
6. What did Jesus tell Peter to do? (WALK TO HIM ON THE WATER) Did he? (YES!)
7. What happened when Peter got scared and forgot that God Is in Charge of Everything? (HE STARTED SINKING.) Did Jesus save him? (YES!)

Song:

God Is in Charge of Everything by The Village Kids

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Special guest Ms. Liz joins Sean and Julie to talk about the time Jesus fed the 5,000 and how miracles show us that God is good!

Helpful Definitions:

MIRACLE — something amazing - that doesn’t normally happen - that shows God’s power.

Scripture Reference:

Mark 6:41-43

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. How many people wanted to hear and see Jesus? (MORE THAN 5,000)
2. Jesus’ very good friends and followers were also called His…. (DISCIPLES)
3. Jesus taught the people all day long. At the end of the day, why were the disciples worried? There was not enough… (FOOD)
4. How much food did Jesus use to feed all of those people? (FIVE LOAVES OF BREAD AND TWO FISH)
5. Was there enough food for all of the people? (YES!)
6. Was there any food left over? (YES, 12 BASKETS FULL!)
7. Jesus did a miracle with the five loaves of bread and two fish to show that God is Good. What is a miracle? Something amazing that doesn’t normally happen to shows God’s... (POWER)

Song:

God is Good by The Village Kids

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Julie and Sean are joined by their friend Coach to talk about Jesus choosing His 12 disciples. We're reminded of, learn about, and sing about the truth that Jesus came to save sinners!

Helpful Definitions:

DISCIPLE — A follower of Jesus.

Scripture Reference:

Matthew 4:18-22

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Jesus had a group of very close friends and followers. What were they called? (THE DISCIPLES)
2. How many disciples did Jesus have? (12)
3. Were the disciples rich and important men? (NO!)
4. Did Jesus choose them because they followed all God’s rules? (NO!
5. What kinds of jobs did Peter, Andrew, James, and John? They were… (FISHERMEN!)
6. What about Matthew? He was a… (TAX COLLECTOR)
7. When Jesus told them to be His disciples, which two words did He say?  (“FOLLOW ME.”)
8. What did the disciples leave to follow Jesus? (JOBS, FRIENDS, FAMILY - EVERYTHING!)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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We talk, learn, and sing about how Jesus came to save sinners through the story of him being baptized and tempted!

Helpful Definitions:

BAPTISM — When someone is dipped underwater [dunk in water sound effect] and brought back up [up from water sound effect] to show that God has washed away their sin and given them a new heart that loves and trusts Jesus.

TEMPTATION — Temptation is that feeling you get when you want something really bad, but you know it’s not right.

Scripture Reference:

Luke 4:5-8

5-Second Fly Through Review:

1. Who baptized Jesus? (JOHN THE BAPTIST)
2. Who came down from heaven like a dove to help and guide Jesus? (THE HOLY SPIRIT)
3. Whose voice did everyone hear saying that Jesus was His beloved Son? (GOD THE FATHER)
4. In the desert, how long did Jesus go without eating? (40 DAYS)
5. Who came to tempt Jesus while He was hungry? (SATAN, GOD’S ENEMY)
6. What was Satan trying to get Jesus to do? (SIN) 
7. What did Jesus use to help Him fight against sin? (THE BIBLE)

Song:

Jesus Came to Save Sinners by The Village Kids

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On this episode, we learn about how God wants to talk with us through the story of Jesus as a boy in the temple. Join us as we learn about Luke 2:41-52, sing some songs, and hang out with our friend, The Historian.

God's Big Story is a new show where we teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about it means with hosts Sean and Julie and a few special guests!