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Carpooling with Jesus is a Monday–Friday Christian devotional podcast for kids and families, designed to start your day with Bible-based encouragement, prayer, and joy. Perfect for school drop-offs, breakfast time, or homeschool mornings, each short episode turns your everyday routine into a moment of spiritual growth and connection with God. Imagine Jesus riding along in the car—what wisdom would He share? This faith-filled kids devotional makes learning about Jesus fun, relatable, and inspiring. Whether you’re a parent, kids pastor, or church leader, Carpooling with Jesus is a resource you can share with your community—because it’s not tied to any one church or location. 🎧 Subscribe now and make every ride a faith-building adventure! Enjoy this podcast? Try..... Goodnight Psalms: A Carpooling with Jesus Show | Nightly Christian bedtime podcast for kids Carpooling with Heroes of the Bible | A Five-Part Story Arc Introduces Kids to Real-Life Bible Heroes. Part of the Carpooling with Jesus podcast channel — Trusted source of daily Christian podcasts for kids and families.
Episodes
Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about fairness, jealousy, and kindness through the story of the older brother in Luke 15:31. Kids learn that when someone else is forgiven or celebrated, we don’t lose God’s love. There is always enough grace, forgiveness, and goodness to go around, and Jesus helps us choose kindness even when things feel unfair.
A kids Bible devotional about jealousy, fairness, grat...
Hey Carpool Crew! Welcome to Carpooling with Heroes of the Bible.
In this five-episode series, we’re diving into one of the most famous stories Jesus ever told—the Parable of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15. But instead of hearing it just one way, we’re exploring the story from five different perspectives.
Each episode retells the same story through different eyes, helping us see new truths about God, grace, forgiveness, identity, an...
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Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin shares Jesus’ story of the lost sheep from Luke 15:6. Kids are reminded that when they feel forgotten, left out, or unsure where they belong, God sees them and never stops caring. Jesus notices the one, goes looking, and celebrates when they’re found. You matter deeply to God, and He never...
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Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin reminds kids that even on ordinary days, they are deeply seen and loved by God. Looking at Genesis 1:31, kids learn that God created people on purpose and called them “very good.” You are not an accident or an afterthought. God is glad you exist, cares about your everyday moments, and mad...
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Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin helps kids navigate days that feel uncertain or full of question marks. Using the story of God leading His people with a cloud by day and fire by night in Exodus 13:21, kids learn that God doesn’t ask us to figure out everything at once. He promises to guide us one step at a time. When we ...
Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about sadness and big feelings through the story of Jesus and Lazarus in John 11:35. Kids learn that Jesus notices our tears, cares deeply about our pain, and stays close when life feels confusing. Even on sad days, Jesus is with us and understands exactly how we feel.
A gentle kids Bible devotional about emotions, empathy, grief, and trusting Jesus when things don’...
Hey Carpool Crew! In this special bonus episode, Pastor Justin helps kids remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the legacy he left behind. Dr. King followed Jesus, chose peace, stood up for what was right, and showed kindness even when it was hard. Kids learn how they can keep that legacy alive today by living with kindness, justice, and humility, just like the Bible teaches in Mica...
Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about honesty through the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:8. Kids learn that telling the truth is not just about admitting mistakes, but also about making things right. Jesus never walks away when we’re honest. He steps closer, helps us fix what’s broken, and reminds us that honesty always leads to freedom.
A kids Bible devotional about truth, integrity, forgiveness, a...
Hey Carpool Crew! Feeling shy doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about how Jesus understands nervous hearts and helps kids take small, brave steps. Based on 2 Timothy 1:7, this devotional reminds kids that courage doesn’t mean being loud, it means trusting God one step at a time.
A comforting kids Bible lesson about shyness, courage, confidence, and knowing God is with you whe...
Hey Carpool Crew! Making new friends can feel exciting and scary. In today’s episode, Pastor Justin shares how Jesus’ Golden Rule (Luke 6:31) helps kids take simple, brave steps toward friendship. Learn how kindness, noticing others, and listening well can open the door to meaningful connections at school, church, and beyond.
A practical kids devotional about friendship, belonging, and being the kind of friend Jesus calls ...
Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about why our words matter and how Jesus teaches us to use them to build others up, not tear them down. Using Ephesians 4:29, kids learn how kind words can strengthen friendships, heal mistakes, and reflect the heart of Jesus at school, at home, and everywhere they go.
A simple, practical devotional to help kids choose encouragement, pause before speaking, and repair...
Hey Carpool Crew! Everyone messes up sometimes — even heroes in the Bible. In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about Psalm 51:10 and the simple prayer King David prayed when he needed a fresh start. God doesn’t push us away when we make mistakes. He invites us back, cleans our hearts, and helps us begin again.
If you’ve had a rough moment, said something you wish you hadn’t, or just need a reset, this episode reminds y...
Hey Carpool Crew! This episode kicks off our five-part Jonah series, and you’re just getting started.
In Carpooling with Heroes of the Bible, Pastor Justin helps kids explore the full story of Jonah — not just the famous parts, but the moments that show how God works when people run, doubt, struggle, and grow.
This first episode introduces Jonah and the choice that changed everything. But here’s the thing — this story isn’t meant t...
Hey Carpool Crew! In today’s Monday episode, Pastor Justin explores James 1:19 and why being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry matters so much. Kids learn how listening shows others they matter, strengthens friendships, and helps us act more like Jesus at home, school, and with friends. A practical, faith-filled start to the week.
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Hey Carpool Crew! What would Jesus say about doing more than the bare minimum? In today’s Carpooling with Jesus episode, Pastor Justin talks about Matthew 5:41 and what it means to go the extra mile at school, at home, and with others. This short kids devotional helps children see how a willing heart and a good attitude can reflect Jesus in everyday moments.
Perfect for the drive to school or breakfast at home, this episode challen...
Hey Carpool Crew! What does Jesus say when you do the right thing and it still feels hard? In today’s episode, Pastor Justin walks through Matthew 5:10 and reminds kids that God sees, God cares, and God is proud when we choose what’s right even when it costs us. This encouraging kids devotional helps children stay brave, kind, and faithful when good choices don’t get easy results.
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Hey, Carpool Crew. What should kids do when someone asks them to keep a secret? In this special bonus episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin walks kids and parents through a clear, Scripture-based answer.
Using the Bible, real-life examples, and practical language kids can actually use, this episode teaches:
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Today’s Carpooling with Jesus episode reminds kids how to handle drama when the week is already in full swing. Based on Matthew 5:9, this devotional teaches that Jesus calls His followers to be peacemakers, not people who make problems bigger.
Jesus explains that peacemakers do not pretend problems do not exist. Instead, they choose not to add fuel to the fire. While the world says to snap back, get even, or sprea...
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Today’s Carpooling with Jesus episode for January 6 is based on Matthew 5:8 and reminds kids that what they think about, watch, and listen to shapes their hearts. Jesus teaches that a pure heart is not just about feelings, but about the thoughts and choices we allow to grow inside us.
Using a simple garden illustration, this episode helps kids understand that what goes in eventually comes out. When we fill our min...
Hey Carpool Crew… I’m Pastor Justin, and whether you are heading to school or getting ready for the day at home, I am so glad you are here. Mondays are a fresh start, but sometimes they come with old feelings from last week. Today we are talking about second chances.
Matthew 5:7 (CSB) says, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”
Jesus shared these words during the Sermon on the Mount. Mercy means choosing kindnes...
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