Bible Podlets - Bible Stories with Games, Discussion and Prayer for Children

Join Dave and Sarah for the final episode of this Bible Podlets series! In “Knock, Knock... Who’s Free?” we explore the amazing story of Peter’s miraculous escape from prison in Acts 12. With games, laughter, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover the power of praying for others—even when things seem impossible.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:A hilarious “Knock Knock” guessing gameA dramatic Bible news report on Peter’s escape and the power of prayerThought-provoking discussion questions for all agesA creative prayer activity to help you pray for others using a “prayer tree”Listen now and discover how God answers prayers in surprising ways—and how you can make a difference by praying for others!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - IntroMeet Dave and Sarah, and get ready for today’s Bible adventure!00:38 - Game: Knock Knock Guessing GameCan you guess who’s at the door? Play along with Dave and Sarah and see if you can spot Chewbacca, Super Mario, Minions, and more!04:00 - Bible Story (News)Tune in to Good News Underground for a dramatic report on Peter’s escape from prison, the prayers of his friends, and a miracle at the door.08:37 - Question 1: Pause and discussWhy were these followers of Jesus in the house of Mary together?12:01 - Question 2: Pause and discussWhy do you think everyone was so surprised when Peter showed up at the door?14:03 - Question 3: Pause and discussWhy is it important to pray for other people?15:57 - Prayer ActivityTry the “prayer tree” activity from the downloadable activity sheet—find the link in the episode description!17:05 - OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther music in this episodeSummer Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabaySummer upbeat pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayTropical Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayThe Ambient Chill by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayDrop to me by LesFMPray by Anno Domini BeatsFeel Good by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Join Sarah and Dave for a mind-bending episode of Bible Podlets, the interactive Bible podcast for children and families! In “Opposites Day?” we explore the incredible story of King Hezekiah, who receives a miracle sign when the shadows move backwards and his life is turned upside-down. Through games, storytelling, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover how God hears our prayers—even when life feels all mixed up.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:The creative “Opposites Game” to get your brain workingA dramatic Bible news report on Hezekiah’s miraculous healing and the backwards shadowThought-provoking discussion questions for all agesA prayer activity to help you pray for healing for othersListen now and discover how God’s love and power can turn even the most difficult situations around!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - IntroMeet Sarah and Dave, and get ready for today’s Bible adventure!00:41 - Game: Opposites GameCan you keep up with the chain of opposites? Play along and see if you can reach ten!04:04 - Bible Story (News)Tune in to the Jerusalem News Network for a breaking story about King Hezekiah, the prophet Isaiah, and a miracle that made the shadows move backwards.09:45 - Question 1: Pause and discussHow do you think Hezekiah felt when Isaiah told him he was going to die?12:33 - Question 2: Pause and discussHow do we know that God heard Hezekiah’s prayer?14:17 - Question 3: Pause and discussIs there anyone you know who is sick or hurting and would you like God to heal them?16:23 - ReflectionSarah and Dave reflect on God’s love, healing, and how we can pray for others—even when we’re not sure what will happen.16:23 - Prayer ActivityTry the “person outline” prayer activity from the downloadable activity sheet—find the link in the episode description!17:49 - OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther music in this episodePositive by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabaySummer upbeat pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayThe Ambient Chill by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayBeyond by Patrick PatrikiosFuture Design by Oleksandr Stepanov from PixabayFractal of Light by Chris HaugenFeel Good by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Join Dave and Sarah for another action-packed episode of Bible Podlets, the interactive Bible podcast for children and families! In “Forecast of Faith,” we explore the dramatic story of Elijah on Mount Carmel, where faith, prayer, and persistence bring about a miracle after three years of drought. Through games, storytelling, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover the power of praying persistently and trusting God’s timing.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:The fast-paced “Strive for Five” gameA dramatic Bible news report on Elijah’s weather-changing faithThought-provoking discussion questions for all agesA creative prayer activity using Snakes and LaddersListen now and discover how faith, prayer, and persistence can change everything—even the weather!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - IntroMeet Dave and Sarah, and get ready for today’s Bible adventure!00:41 - Game: Strive for FiveCan you name five things in 30 seconds? Play along and see if you can beat Dave and Sarah!03:45 - Bible Story (News)Tune in for live coverage of the Mount Carmel Showdown, where Elijah faces off against the prophets of Baal and prays for rain after years of drought.08:26 - Question 1: Pause and discussHow long was there no rain for, and what do you think it would be like to have no rain for that long?13:54 - Question 2: Pause and discussWhat was the point of the contest between Elijah and the prophets of Baal?15:45 - Question 3: Pause and discussWhy did Elijah keep praying for rain, even though God showed everyone He was in control?16:14 - ReflectionDave and Sarah reflect on Elijah’s persistence in prayer and what it means to trust God’s timing.17:46 - Prayer ActivityTry the Snakes and Ladders prayer game from the downloadable activity sheet.19:11 - OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther music used in this episodePositive Fuse by French FuseEnergetic Sports Rock Music by Andrii Poradovskyi from PixabaySummer upbeat pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayFuture Design by Oleksandr Stepanov from PixabayDrop to me by LesFMPray by Anno Domini BeatsTropical Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayFeel Good by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Join Dave and Sarah for another exciting episode of Bible Podlets, the interactive Bible podcast for children and families! In “The Split Decision,” we explore the famous story of King Solomon’s wisdom from 1 Kings 3, where he faces a truly impossible choice between two mothers. Through games, storytelling, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover what it means to be wise and how we can make good decisions with God’s help.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:The hilarious “World’s Greatest Expert” gameA dramatic Bible news report on King Solomon’s split decisionThought-provoking discussion questions for all agesA creative prayer activity to help you seek God’s wisdomListen now and discover how wisdom isn’t just about knowing facts—it’s about making the right choices, even when it’s hard!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - IntroMeet Dave and Sarah, and get ready for today’s Bible adventure!00:39 - Game: World’s Greatest ExpertCan you sound like an expert on anything? Play along and see who can keep talking the longest!05:43 - Bible Story (News)Tune in to “Scroll and Tell” for a breaking news report on King Solomon’s famous split decision and how he solved an impossible problem.10:24 - Question 1: Pause and discussWhat do you think about the way Solomon found out which woman was telling the truth?12:44 - Question 2: Pause and discussHow did Solomon prepare to become king?13:44 - Question 3: Pause and discussHow can we make wise decisions like Solomon did in this story?14:15 - ReflectionDave and Sarah reflect on what wisdom really means and how we can ask God for help with our decisions.15:56 - Prayer ActivityTry the downloadable activity sheet and practice listening for God’s wisdom in your own life.17:15 - OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther music in this episodeSummer Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabaySummer upbeat pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayTropical Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayBeyond by Patrick PatrikiosFractal of Light by Chris HaugenThe Ambient Chill by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayFeel Good by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Join Dave and Sarah for another fun-filled episode of Bible Podlets, the interactive Bible podcast for children and families! In “The Sheepish Shepherd,” we dive into the story of King David and his heartfelt prayer for forgiveness in Psalm 51. With games, laughter, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults explore big questions about mistakes, guilt, and God’s amazing mercy.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:A lively “Right or Wrong” gameAn imaginative Bible news interview with King DavidThought-provoking discussion questionsA creative prayer activity you can do at homeListen now and discover why even the greatest heroes sometimes get things wrong—and how God’s forgiveness is always bigger!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps00:00 - IntroMeet Dave and Sarah, and get ready for today’s adventure in Bible Podlets!00:41 - Game: Right or WrongPlay along with our “Right or Wrong” quiz—can you spot the true facts from the silly ones?03:30 - Bible Story (News)Tune in to “Radio Zion” for a special interview with King David, as he shares the story behind his most famous psalm and what it means to ask God for forgiveness.08:15 - Question 1: Pause and discussWhy did David ask God for mercy?09:29 - Question 2: Pause and discussCan you remember a time when you felt guilty? What did that feel like?11:58 - Question 3: Pause and discussWhy was David confident that God would forgive him?12:42 - ReflectionDave and Sarah reflect on what we can learn from David’s story about saying sorry and trusting God’s forgiveness.14:40 - Prayer ActivityGet creative with our downloadable Forgiveness Activity Sheet—find the link in the episode description!15:47 - OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther Music used in this episodeMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayDrop to me by LesFMBeyond by Patrick PatrikiosMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayPray by Anno Domini BeatsMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayMusic by Oleg Fedak from Pixabay

Join Sarah and Dave for the first episode in this new series of Bible Podlets! In “A How-To From Heaven,” we explore the Lord’s Prayer—Jesus’ own “how-to” guide for talking to God. With games, laughter, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover what prayer really is, why it matters, and how Jesus taught us to pray.Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:A fun “Sound Game” to get everyone involvedA dramatic Bible news report from the hillside where Jesus taught the Lord’s PrayerThought-provoking discussion questions for all agesA creative prayer-writing activity using the Lord’s Prayer as a patternListen now and discover how prayer can be simple, powerful, and personal—just like Jesus showed us!🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗 Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⏱️ Chapter Markers00:00 – IntroMeet Sarah and Dave as they welcome Podleteers back for a brand-new series.00:21 – GameA hilarious sound-guessing game that everyone can join in with!04:50 – Bible Story (News)BP News reports live from Galilee as Jesus teaches the crowd how to pray.10:00 – Question 1: Pause and discussWhat is prayer? - Explore the meaning of prayer as a conversation with God.11:33 – Question 2: Pause and discussCan you remember what each part of Jesus’ prayer was for? - Learn about adoration, petition, and confession.15:53 – Question 3: Pause and discussIf the Lord’s Prayer is a good example of how to pray, why don’t we just use it all the time? - Discover why Jesus gave us a pattern, not a script.17:15 – ReflectionDave and Sarah reflect on how the Lord’s Prayer helps guide our own prayers.17:45 – Prayer ActivityCreate your own prayer using the three-part pattern: adoration, petition, confession.18:43 – OutroCreditsTheme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVCOther music used in this episodeMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from PixabayDrop to me by LesFMPray by Anno Domini BeatsFractal of Light by Chris HaugenMusic by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Sarah and Dave are back to read your letters! In series 3, we invited you, our amazing Bible Podleteers, to send in some letters - and you certainly did that. Listen along as we read out some of the letters you sent in to us.We would love to keep this going as well so if you would like to send in a letter to us, you can send an email to BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or send one in the post to Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In this episode, Sarah and Dave try to make sense of some tongue twisters and we hear about a letter that was sent to some Christians going through a very tough time, but...no-one knows who wrote it! You can read all about it from the Bible in Hebrews 12:1-3.For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you?Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!!You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In this episode, we try to guess the meanings of some very old and funny sounding words and we learn about one of Paul's helpers called Timothy, who was sent to a church that was having a tough time. You can read all about it from the Bible in 1 Timothy 4:12-16.For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you?Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!!You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In the episode, Sarah and Dave host a quiz with a twist and we learn about the church in Thessalonica and how it's really good to ask lots of questions! You can read all about it from the Bible in 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you? Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!! You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United Kingdom Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BDBEupdates Twitter: https://twitter.com/BDBofE

In this episode, we race against the clock in our game and we hear from Paul as he explains what the Armour of God is and what it can do to help us in our Christian journey. You can read all about it from the Bible in Ephesians 6:10-20.For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you?Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!!You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In this episode, we have some fun with fruit and vegetables and we look at the letter Paul wrote to the church in Galatia where he helps them understand how to live a life pleasing to God. You can read all about it in Galatians 5:22-26.For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you?Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!!You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

We're back with another series of Bible Podlets! In this episode, Sarah and Dave play a describing game and we look at Paul's first letter to the Corinthians where we learn about how God loves us and how we should love others. You can read all about it from the Bible in 1 Corinthians 13.For this series, we would love to read out some letters sent from you, our Bible Podleteers in a special episode at the end of the series. These letters could contain anything - it could be to say hello, perhaps one of your favourite things to do, maybe you want to encourage some of your fellow Podleteers with your favourite Bible passage or a testimony of something God has done for you?Whatever it is we'd love to hear from you! And, if you include your address - you may get something back!!!You can send a letter to us by email BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post at: Bible Podlets, Clayton House, Walker Office Park, Blackburn, BB1 2QE, United KingdomBible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

We're back for another series of Bible Podlets, and this time we're exploring some of the letters in the New Testament of the Bible! Join Dave and Sarah as they introduce the new series with a new and exciting way to get involved with the podcast. We'd love to hear from you and because we're looking at letters, what better way to get in touch than writing us a letter?! At the end of the series, we will read out all the letters we've received in a special episode. You can send your letter by email at BiblePodlets@blackburn.anglican.org or by post to Bible Podlets Clayton House Walker Office Park Blackburn BB1 2QE United Kingdom Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast with whichever app you use and to leave a review or rating on Apple Podcasts or wherever it let's you do so. For more podcasts and children's resources visit our website www.bdeducation.org.uk

Bible Podlets returns for a special look at Epiphany. In this episode, odd gifts, an elaborate setup, and we learn about some special visitors of Jesus. You can read all about it in Matthew 2:1-18. Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, on https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

We’re back with a special Christmas edition of Bible Podlets. In this episode, rogue shepherds, things in strange places and we learn about the greatest gift of all time! You can read all about it in Luke 1:26-45, 2:1-20. Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, on https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

Bible Podlets returns for its last episode of series 2. In this episode, a secret language, awkward situations, and we learn about someone in the Bible who put their life on the line to save their people. You can read all about it in Esther 1-8. ***Make sure you hang on at the end for the chance to win an amazing prize!*** We will be back in 2 weeks for a Christmas Special! Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, on https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In this episode, battleships, superpowers and we learn about someone in the Bible who had amazing confidence in God. You can read all about it in 1 Samuel 17. ***Make sure you hang on at the end for the chance to win an amazing prize!*** Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, onhttps://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

In this episode, using toasters in battle, a 'Judgey’ judge judges a judge, and we meet not 1, but 2 unlikely heroes. You can read all about it in Judges 4. ***Make sure you hang on at the end for the chance to win an amazing prize!*** Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, on https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation

Welcome to this very special bonus episode of Bible Podlets made for Blackburn Diocese's 'Call to Pray and Give'. You can find more resources and information about the initiative by visiting their website www.blackburn.anglican.org In this extra generous episode, a guessing game, Holly Than-Thou returns in the news, and we hear an amazing story of kindness. You can read all about it in Luke 10:25-37. Bible Podlets is a FREE resource from Blackburn Diocese Board of Education. For more resources visit our website https://www.bdeducation.org.uk or connect with us on social media, on https://www.facebook.com/blackburnboardofeducation