VBS Day 1 - The Bible is God’s True Word with Lindsey the Librarian

Get ready to sing, dance, and learn with your favorite summer host—DJ Manna! In our first episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio, DJ Manna shares three awesome songs that help us learn big truths about God. From God’s greatness, to His always-there presence, to the power of the Bible—each song helps us know and love God even more. What You’ll Learn: 🎶 "Our Great God" shows us how powerful, wise, and loving God is. 🎶 "Every Moment and Every Day" reminds us that God is always with us—no matter where we go! 🎶 "All Scripture" teaches that the Bible is God’s true word that helps us live His way. Try This at Home: ✅ Pick your favorite song from the episode and sing it as a family! ✅ Read Deuteronomy 31:8 and 2 Timothy 3:16–17 together and talk about what they mean. ✅ Ask: “Where have we seen God’s greatness today?” ✅ Draw a picture of a moment when you remembered that God was with you. Stay tuned all summer long! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final episode of our special Bible mini-season, Anna and Matt are joined by Rick the Missionary—someone who shares God’s good news with people who’ve never heard it before! Rick tells stories from his work in the Middle East and helps us understand that the Bible isn’t just for some people—it’s for everyone. Together, they talk about how the Bible is God’s true word, full of good news about Jesus, and meant to be shared with the whole world. What You’ll Learn: 🌍 The Bible is one big book made up of 66 smaller ones—all telling God’s rescue story. 📖 It teaches truth, corrects sin, and helps us live the way God wants us to. ✝️ The gospel means “good news”—God’s plan to save us through Jesus. 📢 Missionaries like Rick bring this good news to people who’ve never heard it. 🧭 The Bible helps us know what’s true and shows us how to follow Jesus. Try This at Home: ✅ Read Romans 6:23 or 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and talk about what they mean. ✅ Say a prayer for people around the world who don’t yet have the Bible. ✅ Ask: “Who could we share God’s good news with this week?” ✅ Make a “Good News” poster that shows what Jesus has done for you! Looking for a fun way to teach your kids the Gospel? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Penelope Judd⁠⁠⁠⁠—a musical storybook by Shai Linne about a girl in a messy world who gets an invite from a spotless Prince. It’s full of truth, music, and hope! Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! Want screen time that helps your kids grow in faith? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Minno⁠⁠⁠⁠—the #1 Christian streaming app for kids! Watch fun, faith-filled shows like Young David, God’s Greenhouse, The Dead Sea Squirrels, and VeggieTales—all ad-free. Start your free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠GoMinno.com⁠⁠⁠⁠! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna and Matt are joined by Will Derness—aka “Will,” the expert helper with a sash full of badges! Will brings along his special gospel timeline badges to help explain how the whole Bible tells one big story—from creation to Jesus’ return as the forever King. With songs, jokes, and a memory verse from 2 Timothy 3:16–17, this episode helps kids understand that the Bible is God’s true word—and it’s meant to help us know, love, trust, and obey Him. What You’ll Learn: 📖 The Bible is one big story made up of 66 books. 🎯 It tells us about God’s plan—from creation to forever! 🏕️ Will’s gospel timeline badges help explain key moments like the fall, the promise, salvation, and more. 💬 God wants us to know who He is and what He’s done. 🎵 Fun songs and verses help us remember what the Bible says! Try This at Home: ✅ Make your own "gospel timeline" with pictures or stickers to show the big moments in the Bible. ✅ Read Genesis 1 and talk about what it tells you about God. ✅ Memorize 2 Timothy 3:16–17 as a family—try singing it! ✅ At dinner, ask: “What part of God’s big story did we hear today?” Looking for a fun way to teach your kids the Gospel? Check out ⁠⁠⁠Penelope Judd⁠⁠⁠—a musical storybook by Shai Linne about a girl in a messy world who gets an invite from a spotless Prince. It’s full of truth, music, and hope! Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! Want screen time that helps your kids grow in faith? Check out ⁠⁠⁠Minno⁠⁠⁠—the #1 Christian streaming app for kids! Watch fun, faith-filled shows like Young David, God’s Greenhouse, The Dead Sea Squirrels, and VeggieTales—all ad-free. Start your free trial at ⁠⁠⁠GoMinno.com⁠⁠⁠! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠  For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna and Matt hop in the time machine to meet Daniel—aka “Mr. Prophet!” While exploring ancient Babylon, they learn how God used people like Daniel to write down His true words. With fun storytelling and a look at verses like 2 Timothy 3:16–17, they explain how the Bible was written through dreams, conversations, and God’s direction. This episode helps kids see the Bible as not just an old book, but God’s living word for us today. What You’ll Learn: 📖 The Bible is one big book made up of 66 smaller books. 📝 God used people—like Daniel—to write down His words through dreams, visions, and more. 🌬️ “Divine inspiration” means God breathed out the words of the Bible. 🦁 Daniel’s story shows how God spoke through His people—even in wild places like a lion’s den! 📚 The Bible helps teach us, correct us, and train us to live God’s way (2 Timothy 3:16–17). Try This at Home: ✅ Read a part of the Book of Daniel—start with Daniel in the lion’s den (Daniel 6)! ✅ Talk as a family about how God might speak to His people today (Hint: through the Bible!). ✅ Memorize 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and draw a picture of what "God-breathed" might look like. ✅ Make your own mini “scroll” with a favorite Bible verse written on it—just like the old days! ✅ Listen to the song we made about ⁠2 Timothy 3:16-17⁠ Looking for a fun way to teach your kids the Gospel? Check out ⁠⁠Penelope Judd⁠⁠—a musical storybook by Shai Linne about a girl in a messy world who gets an invite from a spotless Prince. It’s full of truth, music, and hope! Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! Want screen time that helps your kids grow in faith? Check out ⁠⁠Minno⁠⁠—the #1 Christian streaming app for kids! Watch fun, faith-filled shows like Young David, God’s Greenhouse, The Dead Sea Squirrels, and VeggieTales—all ad-free. Start your free trial at ⁠⁠GoMinno.com⁠⁠! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠  For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠⁠[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna and Matt kick off a special VBS mini-series all about the Bible—God’s true word! They’re joined by Lindsey the Historian Librarian, who helps explain how the Bible isn’t just one book—it’s 66 books that all tell one big story: God’s rescue plan for the world. Together, they talk about how the Bible is organized, what it’s for, and how every part points us to Jesus. What You’ll Learn: 📖 The Bible is made up of 66 books that all tell one big story. 📚 It’s split into two parts: the Old Testament and the New Testament. 📝 The books are different genres—like history, poetry, and letters. 🌍 The whole Bible tells the story of God’s big rescue plan: creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. 💡 2 Timothy 3:16–17 tells us the Bible helps us live the way God wants us to. Try This at Home: ✅ Read Genesis 1 together as a family to see where the story begins. ✅ Memorize 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and talk about what it means. ✅ See if you can find examples of different genres in your Bible—like poems in Psalms or stories in the Gospels. ✅ Listen to the song we made about 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Looking for a fun way to teach your kids the Gospel? Check out ⁠Penelope Judd⁠—a musical storybook by Shai Linne about a girl in a messy world who gets an invite from a spotless Prince. It’s full of truth, music, and hope! Visit ⁠⁠⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠⁠⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! Want screen time that helps your kids grow in faith? Check out ⁠Minno⁠—the #1 Christian streaming app for kids! Watch fun, faith-filled shows like Young David, God’s Greenhouse, The Dead Sea Squirrels, and VeggieTales—all ad-free. Start your free trial at ⁠GoMinno.com⁠! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠  For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠⁠[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this fun episode, Matt introduces Anna, the new voice on the show. Hear about her favorite parts of the Bible—like Psalms, Rahab, and Paul—and get a sneak peek at what’s coming this season, including a special VBS series coming out next week! Check out ⁠Resources from The Village Church⁠. Looking for a fun way to teach your kids the Gospel? Check out Penelope Judd—a musical storybook by Shai Linne about a girl in a messy world who gets an invite from a spotless Prince. It’s full of truth, music, and hope! Visit ⁠⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! Want screen time that helps your kids grow in faith? Check out Minno—the #1 Christian streaming app for kids! Watch fun, faith-filled shows like Young David, God’s Greenhouse, The Dead Sea Squirrels, and VeggieTales—all ad-free. Start your free trial at GoMinno.com! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by⁠ The Good Podcast Co.⁠  For sponsorship inquiries, email ⁠[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our first episode of God's Big Story — Parent Talk, Julie and Matt wrap up our mini-season with a focus on family discipleship. They share practical strategies for integrating faith-building activities into daily family life, emphasizing the importance of scheduled time, natural moments, and celebratory milestones. Drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 6:4-9, they provide a clear framework for parents to teach their children about God's love and faithfulness. Time refers to scheduled family activities centered around faith, such as reading scripture, singing worship songs, and prayer. Moments involve seizing everyday opportunities to discuss faith naturally, such as observing nature or answering children's spiritual questions. Milestones are special celebrations that mark significant events, offering chances to reflect on God's goodness. Through personal stories and practical tips, this episode equips parents to weave faith into their family routines effectively. Key Takeaways: Time: Scheduling dedicated family time for spiritual activities like reading the Bible, singing, and praying together. Moments: Using everyday experiences to spark gospel conversations with children. Milestones: Celebrating significant family events to reflect on God’s faithfulness and create lasting spiritual memories. Flexibility: Encouragement for parents to remain adaptable and patient in their discipleship efforts. Community: Highlighting the importance of involving church resources and community support in family discipleship. Check out Resources from The Village Church. Sponsors: Want to help your kids learn the Good News in a way that sticks? Check out Penelope Judd. It’s full of truth, hope, and a little bit of mud. Visit ⁠PenelopeJudd.com⁠ today to grab a copy for you and a friend today! If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.  For sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julie and Matt talk about the last way God builds His family - by growing His children to become more like Jesus. Their friend Lehia, a plant expert, explained how the Holy Spirit grows the fruit of the Spirit in believers over time, just like different fruits grow in different seasons. They look at how God grew Abraham to be the "father of faith" and Rahab to be part of Jesus' family tree by the end of their lives, even though they didn't follow God at first. The main point is that once someone is called and adopted into God's family, God keeps growing them to act more like Christ through experiences and the Holy Spirit's work in their life. Helpful Definitions: THE CHURCH — All the people who know, love, trust, and obey Jesus all over the world!  Scripture Reference: Galatians 5:22 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who is the family of God? (THE CHURCH IS GOD’S FAMILY!) Who is the head of the family of God?” Another way to say this is “Who is in charge of the family of God?” (GOD…HE IS THE PERFECT FATHER) What are the three steps God uses to build His family? (1. GOD CALLS, 2. GOD ADOPTS AND 3. GOD GROWS HIS FAMILY) What does God call sinners to do? (TO TURN FROM THEIR SIN AND FOLLOW HIM!) True or False? When God adopts someone into their forever family, He give them a new car?! (A NEW CAR? WHAT? NO! GOD GIVES HIS CHILDREN A NEW HEART THAT CAN LOVE, TRUST, AND OBEY HIM) Song: The Apostles’ Creed by The Village Kids Sponsors: Dwell Life is busy, and finding time to read the Bible can be hard. But with Dwell, the audio bible app, getting the time in the Scriptures has never been easier. With tons of customizations, like the narrator, the background music and translation, you can make your listening experience fit you just right. Dwell also has the FIRST audio recording of a Children's Bible (ICB) read BY children. This translation was made with children in mind so the language is easy to understand. And with Dwell's audio version its even easier! Go to dwellbible.com/GBS to receive your 25% discount today. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.  For sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julie and Matt had their friend Doug the bird caller back to review how God calls people into His family. They talked to Ryan, who helps kids get adopted into safe families as a court-appointed advocate. God gives adopted children new hearts to love and obey Him as part of His eternal family, the church. Anyone can be adopted by admitting they are a sinner, believing Jesus died for their sins, and saying Jesus is their Lord. Helpful Definitions: ADOPTION — When someone is given a place in a family even though they weren’t born into that family. THE CHURCH — All the people who know, love, trust, and obey Jesus all over the world!  Scripture Reference: Joshua 6:22-23 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who is the family of God? (THE CHURCH IS GOD’S FAMILY!) Who is the head of the family of God?” Another way to say this is “Who is in charge of the family of God?” (GOD…HE IS THE PERFECT FATHER) What are the three steps God uses to build His family? (1. GOD CALLS, 2. GOD ADOPTS AND 3. GOD GROWS HIS FAMILY) Song: The Church is God’s Family by The Village Kids Sponsors: Dwell Life is busy, and finding time to read the Bible can be hard. But with Dwell, the audio bible app, getting the time in the Scriptures has never been easier. With tons of customizations, like the narrator, the background music and translation, you can make your listening experience fit you just right. Dwell also has the FIRST audio recording of a Children's Bible (ICB) read BY children. This translation was made with children in mind so the language is easy to understand. And with Dwell's audio version its even easier! Go to dwellbible.com/GBS to receive your 25% discount today. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.  For sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julie and Matt talked about how God calls people to be part of His family, the church. Their friend Doug, who does bird calls, explained that just like birds use special calls to find others of their kind, God uses His call to bring people into His family. They discuss the Bible stories of Abraham, who God spoke to directly to call him, and Rahab, who heard about God's power and wanted to join His people. The main point was that God calls sinners, like Abraham and Rahab, to turn away from their sins, believe that Jesus died for their sins, and confess that Jesus is their Lord so they can become part of God's eternal family. Helpful Definitions: THE CHURCH — All the people who know, love, trust, and obey Jesus all over the world!  Scripture Reference: Genesis 12:2-3 5-Second Fly Through Review: Who is the family of God? (THE CHURCH IS GOD’S FAMILY!) Who is the head of the family of God?” Another way to say this is “Who is in charge of the family of God?” (GOD…HE IS THE PERFECT FATHER) What are the three steps God uses to build His family? (1. GOD CALLS, 2. GOD ADOPTS AND 3. GOD GROWS HIS FAMILY) Song: The Apostles’ Creed by The Village Kids Survey: Click this link to ask us your questions and for a chance to win some free GBS merch! Sponsors: Dwell Life is busy, and finding time to read the Bible can be hard. But with Dwell, the audio bible app, getting the time in the Scriptures has never been easier. With tons of customizations, like the narrator, the background music and translation, you can make your listening experience fit you just right. Dwell also has the FIRST audio recording of a Children's Bible (ICB) read BY children. This translation was made with children in mind so the language is easy to understand. And with Dwell's audio version its even easier! Go to dwellbible.com/GBS to receive your 25% discount today. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You! Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.  For sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices