Carpooling with Jesus: Daily Christian Devotions for Kids and Families

• August 29th: Joy That Doesn’t Melt Like Ice Cream | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

  Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re picking out shoes, riding shotgun with your water bottle, or packing for a field trip—I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s talk about something sweet… ice cream. 🍦 It’s awesome, but there’s one problem: it melts. One second everything’s fine, and the next—drip, drip, drip—it’s gone! That’s kind of like happiness. It feels good, but it doesn’t always last. But Jesus offers something better than happiness—He gives us joy. Joy that doesn’t melt. Joy that sticks with you even when life gets hard. In John 15:11, Jesus says: 👉 “I have told you these things so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” And the best part? He said this right before going to the cross. It wasn’t a fun day—He was in a garden, preparing for something really difficult. But even then, He talked about joy. 💡 In this episode, kids will learn: The difference between happiness and true joy. Why Jesus’ joy doesn’t fade—no matter what’s going on. Real ways to stay close to Jesus and grow joy every day: Start your day with Him—you’re already doing it with this podcast! Talk to Him when life feels hard—a simple prayer can invite His joy in. Practice thankfulness—on both good and tough days. Jesus wants more than just smiles when life is easy. He wants to give you a deep, lasting joy that only comes from staying close to Him. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: Ask your child today: “What brings you joy that doesn’t go away when things get hard?” It’s a great way to talk about faith and help them build a strong foundation in Jesus. And if this episode encouraged your family, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—we’d love to grow this community of joy-filled families. 📍 Family Question: What brings you joy that stays even when life gets hard? 🔗 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 💻 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB Christian kids podcast, Bible stories for kids, kids devotional podcast, Jesus podcast for children, short Christian podcast for kids, podcast for kids in the car, faith-based podcast for children, daily Bible podcast for kids, teaching kids about faith, learning about Jesus for kids, Christian parenting resources, joy that lasts.

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• August 28th: You Can’t Do Life Without Jesus | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

  Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re buckled into the backseat with your lunchbox, helping a sibling with their hoodie, or heading out the door with a sleepy smile — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. Have you ever tried to do something that just didn’t work? Like running a race with no shoes, using a game controller with no batteries, or jumping into a pool with no water? 😅 It doesn’t work — and that’s exactly what Jesus was talking about. In John 15:5, Jesus says: 👉 “You can do nothing without me.” That’s a big statement. It means we weren’t created to do life alone. We need Jesus — every day, in every moment. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why trying to live without Jesus is like being a branch without a vine. What Jesus might say if He were sitting next to you in the car right now. 3 simple ways to stay close to Him every day: Start your day with love and kindness — how you treat others matters. Pause and pray — God is listening and ready to help. Stay connected even when life feels messy — Jesus is with you in every situation. Whether your morning is smooth or totally out of routine, Jesus wants to walk with you. He’s not asking you to be perfect — He’s asking you to stay close and trust Him to help you grow strong from the inside out. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: If today’s episode encouraged you or your kids, mention it to another parent at church this weekend — and help spread the word about Carpooling with Jesus! 📍 Family Question: What happens when we try to do things our way without asking God? 🔗 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 💻 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB Christian kids podcast, Bible stories for kids, kids devotional podcast, Jesus podcast for children, short Christian podcast for kids, podcast for kids in the car, faith-based podcast for children, daily Bible podcast for kids, morning devotions for families, teaching kids about faith, encouraging Christian kids, learning about Jesus for kids, Christian parenting resources.

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• August 27th: Real Fruit, Not Fake Smiles | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

  Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re walking out the door with a juice box, buckling in with your backpack, or brushing your teeth before school — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. Here’s a question: have you ever seen someone try to tape fake fruit onto a tree? It might look good for a second, but it won’t last — because real fruit grows from the inside out. And that’s true for your life too. In John 15:5, Jesus says: 👉 “I am the vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in me and I in him produces much fruit.” That means you don’t have to fake kindness or pretend to have joy. When you stay close to Jesus, He grows real love, joy, peace, patience, and kindness in you. Fruit that lasts. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why you don’t have to “try harder” to grow in faith. What Jesus might say if He was sitting in the backseat with you. Three simple ways to grow real fruit in your life: Read God’s Word — even one verse a day makes a difference. Talk to Jesus — tell Him your big feelings and ask for help. Choose one thing to grow in — like kindness, patience, or joy this week. Jesus isn’t asking you to be perfect — He’s asking you to stay close to Him and let Him grow good things in you from the inside out. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: Share this episode with a parent friend so their kids can discover Carpooling with Jesus too. 📍 Family Question: What “fruit” — an action or attitude — do you want to grow in your life this week? 🔗 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 💻 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB Christian kids podcast, Bible stories for kids, kids devotional podcast, Jesus podcast for children, short Christian podcast for kids, podcast for kids in the car, faith-based podcast for children, daily Bible podcast for kids, morning devotions for families, teaching kids about faith, encouraging Christian kids, learning about Jesus for kids, Christian parenting resources.

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• August 26th: Stay Connected to Jesus Like a Power Source | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

  Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re riding to school, crunching cereal at the kitchen table, or hanging out in the backseat — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s be real: nothing’s worse than your phone or tablet dying right in the middle of your favorite game. Why does it happen? Because it’s not connected to the charger. And guess what — our hearts are the same way. In John 15:4, Jesus says: 👉 “Remain in me, and I in you. Just as a branch is unable to produce fruit by itself unless it remains on the vine, neither can you unless you remain in me.” That means if we want to grow in love, joy, patience, and kindness, we need to stay connected to Jesus. He’s the vine, and we’re the branches. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Jesus compared our hearts to branches on a grapevine. What it really means to stay connected to Him every day. Simple ways to stay plugged in: Talk to Him — quick prayers anytime, anywhere. Remember His words — keep a verse nearby or listen to Bible podcasts. Thank Him — worship through music or simple gratitude. When you’re connected to Jesus, you’ll notice something amazing: more peace in hard times, more patience with people, and more love even for the ones who bug you. He’s your true power source. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: Share this episode with another parent in your Facebook group so more kids can learn how to stay close to Jesus. 📍 Family Question: What helps you feel most connected to Jesus during the day? 🔗 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 💻 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB Christian kids podcast, Bible stories for kids, kids devotional podcast, Jesus podcast for children, short Christian podcast for kids, podcast for kids in the car, faith-based podcast for children, daily Bible podcast for kids, morning devotions for families, teaching kids about faith, encouraging Christian kids, learning about Jesus for kids, Christian parenting resources.

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• August 25th: God’s Way of Helping You Grow | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

  Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re zipping up your backpack, hopping into the carpool van, or munching on cereal at the table — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. Have you ever seen someone cut branches off a tree or bush and thought, “Wait, don’t ruin it!”? Here’s the secret: pruning actually helps plants grow stronger. And that’s exactly what God does with us. Our verse today is John 15:2 (CSB): 👉 “He prunes every branch that produces fruit so that it will produce more fruit.” Jesus told His disciples this while walking past vineyards full of grapevines. Just like a gardener prunes branches so plants grow healthy and strong, God lovingly prunes things from our lives to help us grow in faith. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why pruning isn’t punishment — it’s God’s way of helping us grow. What Jesus might say if He was sitting beside you right now. Examples of what God might prune in your life: A bad attitude, like complaining or snapping in frustration. A distraction, like too much screen time. An unhealthy habit, like always needing to win or being afraid to say sorry. Pruning isn’t always fun, but it always leads to growth. God isn’t taking something good away — He’s making room for something better. He wants you to grow stronger, braver, and more like Jesus every day. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: Text this episode to a friend so they can listen with their kids, too. It’s a simple way to spark faith-filled conversations. 📍 Family Question: What’s something that might need pruning in your life — and how could that help you grow in your faith? 🔗 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZQq3iq 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO 📺 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ 💻 Podbean: https://bit.ly/PodbeanCPWJ 📱 Instagram: https://bit.ly/InstagramCPWJ 🚗 Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB Christian kids podcast, Bible stories for kids, kids devotional podcast, Jesus podcast for children, short Christian podcast for kids, podcast for kids in the car, faith-based podcast for children, daily Bible podcast for kids, morning devotions for families, teaching kids about faith, encouraging Christian kids, learning about Jesus for kids, Christian parenting resources.

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