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Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about two small words that can make a huge difference: Thank you. All month long, we’ve been learning about being thankful — not just during November, but every single day of the year. Saying thank you isn’t just good manners; it’s a way to remind people that God’s goodness is real.

In Psalm 107:1, it says, “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His faithful l...

Hey Carpool Crew! 👋 This is something brand new — welcome to the very first episode of Carpooling with Heroes of the Bible!

I’m Pastor Justin, and in this new series, we’re going to take a deeper look at the amazing people God used all throughout Scripture — the heroes who followed Him, failed big, learned, grew, and changed the world.

Each month, we’ll spend five episodes getting to know one Bible hero — not just their sto...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something we sometimes forget to thank God for: ourselves. That might sound a little funny, but think about it — God made you! He gave you your laugh, your voice, your mind, your talents, and the unique way you see the world.

In Ephesians 2:10, it says, “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to ...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something really special: being thankful for our church family. Whether your church meets in a big building, a small school, or even your living room, God designed the church to be more than a place — it’s a family. A place where you belong, where people love you, pray for you, and help you grow closer to Jesus.

In Hebrews 10:24–25, it says, “Let us con...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about one of the best gifts God gives us: our friends! Friends make life brighter, funnier, and a whole lot more meaningful. They help us when we’re sad, forgive us when we mess up, and remind us of what God’s love really looks like in action.

In Proverbs 17:17, it says, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time.” True friendship isn’t jus...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something that isn’t always easy: being thankful even when life feels hard. It’s simple to thank God when everything’s going great, but what about the days when things fall apart, people are unkind, or plans don’t go the way you hoped?

In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, the Bible says, “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” That doesn’t...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today’s a big one. It’s October 31st, and depending on your family, today might look totally different. Maybe you’re dressing up and going trick-or-treating, maybe you’re at a church festival, or maybe your family skips Halloween altogether — and that’s completely okay! But here’s the question we’re asking today: What does God say about Halloween, and should we be afraid of it?

In Ephesian...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that makes a lot of kids — and even adults — nervous: What if I’m scared to pray out loud? Maybe you freeze when someone asks, “Who wants to pray?” Or you worry you’ll say the wrong thing, forget your words, or sound weird. Praying silently feels easier — but praying out loud? That can feel scary.

In Romans 8:26, the Bible says, “The Spirit Himself interc...

Hey Carpool Crew!

In tonight’s Goodnight Psalms, we rest in the promise from Psalm 16:8 — “I always let the Lord guide me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”

No matter what kind of day you had, God is right beside you — steady, strong, and unshakable. You don’t have to be afraid of what’s ahead or worry about what’s behind. The same God who guided you today will hold you through the night.

Take a deep breath, le...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that hits deep — What if I’m scared of losing people’s trust? Maybe you told a lie, forgot something important, or made a mistake that hurt someone you care about. Now you’re worried your parents, teachers, or friends won’t see you the same way. That fear can feel heavy, but here’s the good news: trust can be rebuilt — and Jesus walks with you as you do i...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that can get really loud inside our hearts — What if God doesn’t hear me? Maybe you’ve prayed for something really big or really personal, but nothing seemed to happen. You start to wonder, “Did I say it wrong? Is God too busy for me? Does He even hear me?”

If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone. But in Jeremiah 29:12, God makes us a promise: “You wi...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that hits a lot of kids — What if I get in trouble? Maybe you know that sinking feeling in your stomach when a teacher calls your name, or when your parents give you that look. You just want to do everything right. You want people to be proud of you. But here’s the truth — even good kids mess up sometimes, and that’s okay.

In 1 John 1:9, the Bible says, “If ...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something a lot of kids (and adults!) feel when they walk into someplace new—school, camp, church, or even a new neighborhood. That question pops up: What if people don’t like me?

It’s a real fear, but here’s something even more real—Jesus loves the real you, and the right people will too.

In this episode, we dive into Psalm 139:14, which says, “I will praise You be...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that’s exciting, but also a little scary—trying something new. Whether it’s a new sport, a new school, a new class, or a new routine, it’s normal to feel nervous when you’re starting out. Sometimes we think if we’re not great right away, we’ve failed—but that’s not true.

In today’s episode, we look at Galatians 6:9, which says, “Let us not get tired of doi...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that a lot of people—kids and adults—deal with but rarely talk about. What if I’m scared to ask for help?

Maybe it’s homework you don’t understand, a friendship that’s hard, or something heavy on your heart. Sometimes we think asking for help makes us look weak or dumb, but that’s not true. In fact, Jesus loves it when we ask for help.

In Proverbs ...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something really hard but really important—what if someone I love dies? It’s one of those fears that can hit when things get quiet, or after losing a pet or grandparent, or even when you just start thinking about what would happen if someone you love wasn’t there anymore.

In this episode, we look at John 14:2 where Jesus says, “In my Father’s house are many rooms......

Hey Carpool Crew! 👋 Ever been sitting in class, minding your own business… and suddenly your name gets called? Your heart races, your face feels hot, and your brain freezes? Yeah — we’ve all been there.

In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about what to do when you get put on the spot and don’t know what to say. This is different from giving a speech — it’s that unexpected moment when everyone’s eyes are suddenly on you....

Hey, carpool crew! Let’s talk about something a lot of kids feel nervous about, even if they don’t say it out loud: What if I smell bad? Yep, it sounds funny—but it's a real fear, and you are definitely not the only one who's felt it.

In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin shares a super relatable story and looks at Luke 12:7—a reminder from Jesus that God knows even the number of hairs on your head and still says don’t be...

Hey, carpool crew! Have you ever looked around and thought, “I’m not the best at anything… maybe I’m just not enough”? You’re not alone—and you’re not without answers. In today’s episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin tackles one of the quietest but deepest fears kids carry: the fear of not measuring up.

We go all the way back to Genesis 1:27, where God says you were made in His image—on purpose, with care, and full...