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May 30: How Jesus Taught Us to Pray: Breaking Down the Lord’s Prayer for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 30, 2025

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🎧 Carpooling with Jesus – A daily devotional podcast for kids and families

Today, we’re answering a big question straight from one of Jesus’ closest friends:
“Lord, teach us to pray.” (Luke 11:1)

In this episode, Pastor Justin walks through the Lord’s Prayer from Matthew 6:9–13 (CSB)—line by line, in a way kids can understand and apply right away.

🔑 Key Takeaway:
Prayer doesn’t have to be fancy or perfect. It just has to be real—from your heart.

✏️ Today’s Lesson Includes:

Why Jesus prayed so often
What each part of the Lord’s Prayer really means
A real story about a 1st grader named Everly learning to talk to God
A challenge for families to pray together before bedtime

🚌 One Thing for the Ride:
Jesus loves when we pray—and He’s ready to teach us how.

📖 Scripture: Matthew 6:9–13 (CSB)
🙌 Final Prayer: A short, simple Friday blessing to close the week

💬 Family Question of the Day:
What’s one thing I want to pray about today?

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May 29th: Jesus Asked, "Who Touched Me?" — How Faith Stands Out in a Crowd | Carpooling with Jesus May 29, 2025

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🎧 Carpooling with Jesus – A short daily devotional podcast for kids and families

In today’s episode, Pastor Justin dives into one of the most powerful moments in Jesus’ ministry—when He stopped in a crowd and asked a surprising question:
“Who touched me?” (Luke 8:45)

📖 We explore the incredible story of a woman who had been sick for 12 years.
She didn’t shout. She didn’t ask for attention.
She believed.
And Jesus noticed her faith—even in the middle of a loud, busy crowd.

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
Jesus sees you—and He cares about your faith.

👧 Kid Story Highlight:
Meet Ava, a 2nd grader who prays quietly every night and shows faith when no one is watching. Just like the woman in the crowd, Jesus sees her—and He sees you too.

✨ What Kids Will Learn:

Why Jesus stopped for someone quiet and unnoticed
How simple, silent faith matters to God
Ways to show faith in everyday moments—at school, at home, and with friends

🙌 Encouragement for Parents:
Want a simple way to connect as a family? Share this episode with someone you know, and take a moment tonight to talk about one way each of you can show quiet faith.

🗣 Family Question of the Day:
What’s one way I can show faith in Jesus today—even if no one else sees it?

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May 28th: Mary, Martha, and the One Thing That Matters Most to Jesus | Carpooling with Jesus May 28, 2025

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Jesus was visiting Mary and Martha’s home when Martha got frustrated. She was doing all the work—and Mary was just sitting and listening to Jesus!

“Lord, don’t you care?” (Luke 10:40 CSB)

But Jesus gently reminded her:

“One thing is necessary.” (Luke 10:42 CSB)

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
Jesus wants our hearts before our work.

This episode helps kids learn:

Why spending time with Jesus matters most
How to pause even when life gets busy
Simple ways to connect with God during the day

📣 Family Question of the Day:
When do I need to pause working and just spend time with Jesus?

Tag us @CarpoolingWithJesus to show us where you’re listening!

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May 27th: Where Were You, Jesus? What Mary and Martha (Lazarus Sisters) Teach Us About Grief and Faith | Carpooling with Jesus May 27, 2025

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🎧 Carpooling with Jesus – A daily podcast for kids and families

Today we’re talking about a hard but honest moment in the Bible—when Mary and Martha both said to Jesus:

“Lord, if you had been here, my brother wouldn’t have died.” (John 11:21, 32 CSB)

It was more than a statement.
It was a faith-filled, grief-soaked question:
“Jesus, where were you?”

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
Jesus cares when you’re hurting—even when you don’t understand His timing.

Kids will learn:

That it’s okay to ask God hard questions
How Jesus shows compassion when we feel pain
Why we can trust that He’s still working—even when we don’t see it yet

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Question of the Day:
Have you ever wondered where Jesus was during a hard time? What would you say to Him?

Tag @CarpoolingWithJesus and share where you’re listening!

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May 26th: What Happens Next? Jesus Sends Us with a Mission – Acts 1| Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 26, 2025

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In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, the disciples ask Jesus a huge post-resurrection question:
👉 “Lord, are you restoring the kingdom to Israel now?” (Acts 1:6 CSB)

They expected Jesus to take over like a powerful king. But instead, Jesus gave them (and us!) a greater mission—to share His love, truth, and forgiveness with the world.

In this episode, kids will discover:

What the disciples expected Jesus to do after the resurrection
Why Jesus chose to send them instead of building a throne
How we’re part of God’s big plan right now—no crowns required!

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
You are part of God’s big plan—right now.

🚘 Car Talk Question:
What’s one way I can be part of God’s plan today—by helping, including, or encouraging someone?

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May 23rd: What Does It Mean to Be Great? Jesus Teaches James and John | Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 23, 2025

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In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, James and John ask Jesus a bold question:
👉 “Can we sit at your right and left in your kingdom?” (Mark 10:37 CSB)

They wanted to be important—but Jesus gave them (and us!) a better picture of greatness. He said:
👉 “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” (Mark 10:43 CSB)

Kids will learn:

What it meant to sit at a king’s right and left hand
How the world defines greatness vs. how Jesus defines it
Why quietly serving others is true greatness in God’s kingdom

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
Serving others is how we become great in God’s eyes.

🚘 Car Talk Question:
What’s one way I can serve someone today—even if no one notices?

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May 22rd: When Will God’s Kingdom Come? Jesus Explains It’s Already Here – Luke 17:20 | Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 22, 2025

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In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, we answer a big question that sounds like it’s straight from a Bible quiz or superhero movie:
👉 “When will the kingdom of God come?” (Luke 17:20 CSB)

Jesus’ answer surprised everyone—it’s not about castles or armies, but love, kindness, and forgiveness that start in our hearts.

In this episode, kids will learn:

Why people expected a flashy, powerful kingdom
What Jesus meant when He said God’s kingdom is “in your midst”
How small acts of love show the world what God’s kingdom looks like

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
God’s kingdom begins with love in our hearts.

🚘 Car Talk Question:
What’s one way I can live out God’s kingdom today—with love, kindness, or forgiveness?

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May 21st: Know the Bible, Live the Bible – Eternal Life | Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 21, 2025

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In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, a man asks Jesus a huge question:
👉 “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25 CSB)

But instead of a simple answer, Jesus flips the script and asks, “What does the Bible say?”
The result? A powerful reminder that reading God’s Word isn’t enough—we need to live it out.

Kids will learn:

What “the Law” meant in Jesus’ time
Why knowing Scripture is just the start
How one verse can guide everyday choices

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
Read the Bible and let it shape your choices.

🚘 Car Talk Question:
What’s one verse you’ve read or heard that helps you make better choices?

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May 20th: Why Didn’t They Wash Their Hands? Jesus Answers in Matthew 15:2 | Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 20, 2025

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we unpack a moment when the religious leaders got upset with Jesus’ friends for not following a tradition. They asked:
👉 “Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders?” (Matthew 15:2 CSB)

Jesus’ answer? It’s not about looking holy—it’s about having a heart that’s close to God.

In this episode, kids will learn:

What traditions are and how they can help—or hurt
Why Jesus quoted Isaiah to talk about hearts vs. habits
How doing the right thing starts on the inside

💡 One Thing for the Ride:
What’s in your heart matters most to God.

🚘 Car Talk Question:
What’s something small I do that shows God what’s in my heart?

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May 19: Is It Okay to Help on the Sabbath? Jesus Heals Matthew 12:10 | Devotional for Kids | Carpooling with Jesus May 19, 2025

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Today on Carpooling with Jesus, we look at a BIG question the religious leaders asked Jesus:
👉 “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?” (Matthew 12:10 CSB)

Jesus used this moment to show what really matters: helping people is always the right choice.

In this episode, kids will learn: