Carpooling with Jesus: Daily Devotional Podcast for Kids and Families

Welcome to Carpooling with Jesus, where car rides become faith-filled moments! Join Pastor Justin as we dive into Ephesians 4:32 and discover how kindness, compassion, and forgiveness can make your day and the world around you better. In today’s episode: Kindness: A simple yet powerful way to brighten someone’s day. Compassion: Understanding others’ feelings and showing them love like Jesus does. Forgiveness: Letting go of anger and choosing peace. 🎉 Challenge of the Day: Find one way to be kind, compassionate, or forgiving. After you do, reflect on how it made you feel. 📖 Ephesians 4:32: "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ." ✨ Parents: Don’t forget to leave a review and share this podcast to help others create faith-filled car rides, too! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Question of the Day: Is there someone you need to forgive? How can you do that today? Let’s make today filled with kindness and God’s love. Have an amazing day, everyone!

Hey kids and parents! In this episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin shares how Jesus teaches us to love one another through kindness, patience, and forgiveness. Based on John 15:12, “This is my command: Love one another as I have loved you,” we’ll learn how to practice these values in our everyday lives. ✨ Episode Highlights: How Jesus showed kindness, patience, and forgiveness. Examples of loving others like Jesus at school, at home, and with friends. A fun challenge for kids: Find one way to love someone today! 🎧 Listen Now: 🎙 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 📺 YouTube 🌐 Podbean 📌 Parents, turn your car rides into faith-filled conversations! Don’t forget to ask today’s question: Which is hardest for you—kindness, patience, or forgiveness? Comment below to share your thoughts!  

In this episode of 'Carpooling with Jesus', Pastor Justin explores the idea of imagining Jesus riding along with you and offering guidance. He emphasizes that everyone, including Biblical figures like King David, Jonah, and Peter, makes mistakes. Through the verse Proverbs 24:16, Pastor Justin highlights that mistakes are opportunities to learn and grow. He encourages listeners to seek help from parents and teachers when they make mistakes and learn from their experiences. The episode concludes with a question for reflection: 'What's a mistake you've made recently, and what did you learn from it?   🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents: Turn every car ride into a faith-building journey. Share this episode with other families to inspire them to tell the truth with God’s help!   00:00 Introduction: Carpooling with Jesus 00:45 Everyone Makes Mistakes 01:01 Learning from Mistakes 02:00 Biblical Examples of Mistakes 02:32 Practical Advice for Handling Mistakes 03:13 Support Systems: Parents and Teachers 04:05 Conclusion: Keep Learning and Growing 04:16 Final Thoughts and Questions

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re going to talk about something super important—telling the truth. Sometimes telling the truth can feel hard, but Jesus wants us to speak truthfully, no matter what! In Ephesians 4:25, we’re reminded to “speak truthfully to your neighbor,” because truth builds trust, and trust is essential in all our relationships, whether with family, friends, or even with God. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Telling the Truth Builds Trust: When we speak the truth, we show that we trust God and strengthen our relationships. God Helps Us Be Brave: Telling the truth isn’t always easy, but with God’s help, we can be brave and honest, even when it’s hard. Kindness is Key: When telling the truth, be sure to do it with love and gentleness, just like Jesus would. Ask for Help from God: Whenever we’re in a tough situation, God will give us the courage and wisdom to speak the truth. 🌟 Car Ride Question: Why do you think it’s important to tell the truth, even when it’s hard? Share your thoughts before you get out of the car! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents: Turn every car ride into a faith-building journey. Share this episode with other families to inspire them to tell the truth with God’s help!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about the importance of forgiveness. Jesus teaches us in Matthew 18:21-22 that we should forgive, not just a few times, but over and over. Let’s dive into how forgiveness can lighten your heart and bring peace, just like Jesus forgives us! 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Forgiveness Defined: Jesus teaches that forgiveness isn’t about counting—it’s about showing love and understanding. Let Go of Anger: Learn how holding onto anger feels heavy, but forgiveness can help you feel lighter and more joyful. Practical Tips: Talk it out: Tell someone what hurt you and listen to their side. Choose forgiveness: It's a way to keep your friendships strong. Show kindness: Even after forgiveness, find ways to be kind. A Real-Life Example: Learn how forgiving your friend for a mistake is more important than holding a grudge. 🌟 Car Ride Question: Can you think of a time when someone forgave you? How did it make you feel? Share your thoughts and make forgiveness a habit! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents: Turn every car ride into a faith-building journey. Share this episode with other families to inspire them to practice forgiveness together!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about the superpower you might not know you have—faith! Jesus tells us in Matthew 17:20 that faith, even as small as a mustard seed, can move mountains. Let’s explore how your faith can help you do incredible things with God’s help.  💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Faith Defined: Learn what faith is and how it’s like trusting in something even when you can’t see it. Faith in Action: Discover how even a tiny bit of faith can help you face challenges, like moving a big rock or overcoming fears. Growing Your Faith: Practical tips for trusting God, praying for strength, believing in yourself, and encouraging others. 🌟 Car Ride Question: What’s one thing you can do to grow your faith today? Share your ideas and start building your faith as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, turn every car ride into a faith-building journey. Share this episode with other families and inspire them to grow in faith together!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re diving into the Golden Rule from Matthew 7:12: "Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them, for this is the Law and the Prophets." We’ll explore why it’s called the Golden Rule, its value in everyday life, and how practicing it can make the world a better place. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: The Golden Rule Explained: Learn why treating others the way you want to be treated is like a golden treasure. Everyday Applications: Discover practical ways to share, be polite, help out, and listen to others. Make a Difference: See how living by the Golden Rule can spread kindness and joy. 🌟 Car Ride Question: What’s one way you can follow the Golden Rule at school or at home this week? Share your thoughts as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, help turn car rides into moments of faith and kindness. Share this episode and inspire others to follow the Golden Rule!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today, we're celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Dayby learning about love, kindness, and doing what's right through the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Dr. King, a pastor who loved Jesus, lived out many of Jesus' teachings about loving our neighbors. We’ll dive into Luke 10:25-37, where Jesus tells this powerful story about showing kindness, even to those we might not expect to help. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Parables: Stories Jesus used to teach important life lessons. Kindness in Action: The Good Samaritan helped someone in need, even when others didn’t. Dr. King’s Message: Love and peace can change the world, just as Jesus taught. Everyday Kindness: Find ways to help others, just like the Good Samaritan. 🌟 Monday Prayer: "God, thank You for teaching us about love and kindness. Help us be like the Good Samaritan and shine Your light wherever we go. Amen." 🗣 Car Ride Question: What’s one thing you can do to be like the Good Samaritan today? Share your answers as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, turn every car ride into a faith-filled adventure! Share this podcast with your friends and help spread the love and light. 🌟 Join us tomorrow for another inspiring journey with Jesus!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about worrying—something we all feel sometimes. Whether it's about a big test, a game, or even what to wear, Jesus has some comforting words for us in Matthew 6:34: "Don’t worry about tomorrow. Tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Let’s learn how to handle worry and trust Jesus to take care of tomorrow. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Focus on Right Now: Engage in fun or helpful activities to make today awesome. Talk to God: Share your worries with Him, like talking to a friend. Deep Breaths: A simple breathing exercise can help calm your mind. Think Positive: Focus on what could go right instead of what might go wrong. 🌟 Friday Prayer: "God, thank You for this week. Help us finish strong today and bless our weekend with joy and rest. Amen." 🗣 Car Ride Question: What’s one worry you want to give to God today? Share your answers as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, turn every car ride into a faith-filled adventure! Share this podcast with your friends and help spread the love and light. 🌟 Join us next week for more inspiring journeys with Jesus!

🚗 Welcome to Carpooling with Jesus! 🌟 Imagine Jesus sitting right next to you on your way to school, sharing stories and guiding your day. Today, Pastor Justin dives into what it means to be the Light of the World, inspired by Matthew 5:14: “You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot be hidden.” In today’s episode, we explore how small acts of kindness, honesty, and helpfulness can make the world brighter for those around us—just like a flashlight in the dark! 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Shine Your Light: Be kind, smile, help others, and be honest. Simple Acts, Big Impact: Saying “thank you,” helping someone, or including others can show God’s love. Be the Light at School: Invite someone to sit with you, encourage friends, or help your teachers. 🗣 Car Ride Question: What’s one way you can shine your light today? Share your answers as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, turn every car ride into a faith-filled adventure! Share this podcast with your friends and help spread the light. 🌟 Join us tomorrow for another inspiring journey with Jesus!

🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! 🎉 Today, we wrap up the Be Attitudes from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount with a powerful lesson from Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.” Have you ever been left out or made fun of for doing the right thing? Maybe you stood up for someone or chose kindness over being mean. It can feel lonely, but Jesus says you are blessed in those moments. Why? Because when you face challenges for doing what’s right, you’re living just like Jesus did, and you’re showing that you’re part of God’s family. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Persecution happens when people are unkind to you for doing what’s right or following Jesus. Jesus promises that those who face this are blessed and belong to the kingdom of heaven. In tough times, we can remember Jesus’ example, stay kind, and trust that we are part of something bigger—God’s amazing kingdom. 🗣 Car Ride Question: Why do you think Jesus says we’re blessed when we do the right thing, even when it’s tough? Talk about it together! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, if you loved today’s episode, share this podcast with your friends so they can turn their car rides into faith-filled adventures, too! 🌟 Join us tomorrow for another exciting journey with Jesus!

Show Notes: 🚗 Welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus! 🎉 What if Jesus hopped in your car and helped you get your day started? That’s exactly what we’re doing today—exploring how Jesus guides us through life. In today’s episode we continue our journey through the Beatitudes and focus on Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Being a peacemaker means helping others get along and fixing problems when there’s conflict. It’s about spreading love, kindness, and understanding, just like Jesus did. Every time you help make peace, you’re showing others what God is like! 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Peacemakers help bring people together by staying calm and spreading kindness. Being a peacemaker shows you belong to God’s family. Jesus is the ultimate peacemaker, and we’re called to follow His example! 🗣 Car Ride Question: Why do you think it’s sometimes hard to make peace with someone? Talk it over as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, if you enjoyed today’s episode, share this podcast with friends so they can turn their car rides into faith-filled moments, too! 🌟 Join us tomorrow as we continue turning every car ride into a moment to connect with Jesus!

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back! 🎉 Ever wonder what Jesus would say if He were sitting in the car with you? In today’s episode, we explore the Beatitudes and what it means to have a pure heart according to Jesus' teachings. We’re focusing on Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Pastor Justin breaks down what it means to be pure in heart—not just clean on the outside but kind, honest, and focused on God from the inside. When we have a heart full of good thoughts and love, we can experience God's presence in our lives. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: A pure heart is like clean water, free from bad thoughts and actions. Staying pure in heart means focusing on good things, like kindness and honesty. God helps us keep our hearts pure, and when we mess up, He’s always ready to forgive and give us a fresh start. 🗣 Car Ride Question: What are some ways we can keep our hearts focused on kindness and honesty this week?  🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, if you enjoyed today’s episode, share this podcast with friends so they can turn their car rides into faith-filled moments, too. 🌟 Join us tomorrow as we continue turning every car ride into a faith filled moment.

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back for another ride! 🎉 Imagine Jesus sitting right next to you as you head to school—what stories would He tell? What lessons would He share? Today, Pastor Justin helps us discover what it means to show mercy, based on Matthew 5:7 where Jesus says: “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” We’ll learn what mercy really is, why it’s so important, and how we can practice kindness and forgiveness in our everyday lives. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: What is Mercy? Mercy is showing kindness and forgiveness to someone, even when they don’t deserve it. Why Show Mercy? God has shown us so much mercy by forgiving us when we mess up. Jesus teaches us to share that same mercy with others. The Promise of Mercy: When we are merciful, God promises to show us mercy, too. It’s like a big circle of kindness that we get to be part of! Practical Ways to Show Mercy: Forgiving a friend who hurt your feelings. Helping someone who hasn’t been kind to you. Letting a sibling have the first turn, even if they didn’t share earlier. 🌟 Challenge for the Week: Find one way to show mercy to someone at school, at home, or wherever you are this week. Remember—God sees your kindness and is so proud of you! 🗣 Car Ride Question: What’s one way you could show mercy to someone at school or at home this week? 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents: If you enjoy this podcast, share it with other families and help turn car rides into faith-filled moments! 🌟 Tune in Tomorrow: Don’t miss the next episode of Carpooling with Jesus as we explore more of Jesus’ teachings and learn how to live with joy, kindness, and faith every day.

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back for another ride! 🎉 Imagine if Jesus hopped into your car on the way to school—what advice would He share to help you start your day? Today, Pastor Justin dives into Matthew 5:6 where Jesus says: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” What does it mean to crave something better than food—God’s righteousness? Let’s explore how we can desire to live in a way that makes God happy and how He promises to fill us up with everything we need. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: What is righteousness? Righteousness means living the way God wants—doing what’s right, being kind, loving others, and following God’s ways. Hunger and Thirst for God’s Goodness: Just like we crave food and water when we’re hungry or thirsty, Jesus teaches us to crave what’s right and good in God’s eyes. God’s Promise: When we hunger and thirst for righteousness, God will fill us up with His love, goodness, and strength to live like Jesus. Practical Ways to ‘Hunger and Thirst’ for Righteousness: Choosing kindness over meanness. Telling the truth even when it’s hard. Praying, “God, help me want what You want and live like Jesus.” 🌟 Challenge for the Week: Every time you feel hungry or thirsty this week, let it remind you to ‘fill up’ on God’s goodness by choosing to do what’s right and kind. 🗣 Car Ride Question: Can you think of a time when you had to make a hard choice to do the right thing, even if it wasn’t easy? 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ   ❤️ Parents: If you enjoy this podcast, share it with other families and help turn car rides into faith-filled moments! 🌟 Tune in Tomorrow: We’ll explore more of Jesus’ teachings and discover how to live in a way that honors God. Don’t miss it!

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back for another ride! 🎉 Imagine if Jesus joined you on the way to school—what advice would He give? Today, Pastor Justin explores Matthew 5:5 where Jesus says: “Blessed are the humble, for they will inherit the earth.” Humility might sound confusing at first, but it’s a big deal to Jesus. Let’s talk about what it means to be humble, why it’s important, and how we can live with humble hearts every day. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: What does it mean to be humble? It’s not thinking, “I’m the best!” or “It’s all about me!” Humility is about putting others first, being kind, and not showing off. Jesus was humble AND strong—humility doesn’t mean weakness. It means trusting God and living for Him instead of trying to push others down. Practical Ways to Be Humble: Let someone else have a turn first. Help a friend without expecting anything in return. Celebrate quietly when you do something awesome and thank God for your talents. 🌟 Challenge for the Week: Find one way to be humble at school, home, or with friends. Remember—Jesus sees your humble heart and promises amazing blessings when you live this way! 🗣 Car Ride Question: Why do you think Jesus says it’s a blessing to be humble and put others first? 🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back! 🎉 Picture this: Jesus is joining your ride to school. What would He say when you’re feeling sad? In today’s episode (Day 2), Pastor Justin dives into Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” We all feel sad sometimes. Mourning is when we experience deep sadness, like when something hurts our feelings or we lose someone we care about. But here’s the beautiful promise: Jesus says we are blessed because God Himself will comfort us. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Mourning means feeling deep sadness, and that’s okay—Jesus understands because He felt sadness too. God doesn’t leave us alone when we’re sad. He comforts us with His love and peace. We can: Pray: Tell God how we feel. “God, I’m sad today. Please comfort me.” Lean on others: Talk to parents, teachers, or friends—they’re here to help. Be there for others: When someone feels sad, a kind word, a listening ear, or just sitting with them can share God’s love. 🗣 Car Ride Question: When someone around you is sad, what can you do to help them feel better? 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents: If you enjoy this podcast, share it with other families and help turn car rides into faith-filled moments! 🌟 Tune in Tomorrow: We’ll continue learning about the Be Attitudes and what Jesus wants to teach us!

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is back! 🎉 Picture this: Jesus is joining your ride to school. What would He say when you’re feeling sad? In today’s episode (Day 2), Pastor Justin dives into Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” We all feel sad sometimes. Mourning is when we experience deep sadness, like when something hurts our feelings or we lose someone we care about. But here’s the beautiful promise: Jesus says we are blessed because God Himself will comfort us. 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Mourning means feeling deep sadness, and that’s okay—Jesus understands because He felt sadness too. God doesn’t leave us alone when we’re sad. He comforts us with His love and peace. We can: Pray: Tell God how we feel. “God, I’m sad today. Please comfort me.” Lean on others: Talk to parents, teachers, or friends—they’re here to help. Be there for others: When someone feels sad, a kind word, a listening ear, or just sitting with them can share God’s love. 🗣 Car Ride Question: When someone around you is sad, what can you do to help them feel better? 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, if you enjoy this podcast, share it with friends so their car rides can become faith-filled moments, too! 🌟 Join us tomorrow for another ride as we learn more from Jesus and His teachings!

🚗 Carpooling with Jesus is here! 🎉 Imagine if Jesus was in the car with you on the way to school—what would He say to help you start your day? In today’s episode we dive into the Beatitudes—the important attitudes Jesus teaches us to live a life that makes God happy and blesses those around us. We’re starting with Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.” But what does “poor in spirit” mean? Pastor Justin explains that being “poor in spirit” isn’t about being sad or having little—it’s about knowing that we need God. We don’t have to be perfect or do life on our own. God is always with us, and He wants to help! 💡 Key Takeaways for Kids and Parents: Being “poor in spirit” means admitting you need God’s help. A simple prayer like, “God, I need You. Please help me today,” is a great way to start! God promises something amazing—His kingdom and a place in His family, forever. 🗣 Car Ride Question: How can we show that we need God’s help in our everyday lives—at school, with friends, or at home? Talk it over as a family! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ ❤️ Parents, if you enjoyed today’s episode, share this podcast with friends so they can turn their car rides into faith-filled moments, too. 🌟 Join us tomorrow as we continue turning every car ride into a faith-filled moment!

Carpooling with Jesus is the perfect daily devotional podcast for kids and families to start their mornings with faith and joy. Imagine Jesus riding along on your way to school—what wisdom would He share? This uplifting podcast helps families turn everyday car rides into faith-filled moments of connection and spiritual growth. Join us as we bring Bible-based teachings to life in a fun, kid-friendly way, making your morning commute an opportunity to grow closer to God. Start your day with Carpooling with Jesus—where car rides become moments of inspiration, prayer, and faith. 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: 🎙 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 🌐 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 👍 Facebook: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB 📱 Instagram https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🎉 Don’t forget to follow, like, and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Have questions, feedback, or just want to say hello? Email us anytime at carpoolingwithjesus@gmail.com