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Summer Radio, Episode 3 - God Made Everything, God's Big Book, and The Church is God's Family
DJ Mana is back with another joyful episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio! This time, we’re singing along to three amazing songs that teach us about how God made everything, how the Bible tells His true story, and how the church is more than a building—it’s a family! With jokes, music, and reminders that we’re all part of God’s big plan, this episode will have you smiling, learning, and praising God from start to finish. What You’ll Learn: 🌎 God Made Everything — Every star, every bunny, every person—you were made on purpose by a good God. 📖 God’s Big Book — The Bible tells one big story about Jesus and God's love for us. 🏡 The Church is God’s Family — Church isn’t just a place, it’s God’s people—together as one big family. Try This at Home: ✅ Make a “creation collage” by drawing or cutting out things God made—don’t forget YOU! ✅ Open your Bible and read a favorite story together. What does it tell you about God? ✅ Talk about your church family: Who do you see each week? How can you encourage them? ✅ Learn the chorus to one of today’s songs and sing it around the house or in the car. ✅ Memorize this verse: “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise.” —Psalm 100:4 Stay tuned all summer long! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Summer Radio, Episode 2 - Enter His Gates, The Story of Scripture (40 Events), and The Lord's Prayer
DJ Manna is back and this time, we’re dancing into God’s presence with three amazing songs that teach us about worship, the Bible, and prayer. From singing Psalm 100 to zipping through 40 big Bible events, to learning how Jesus taught us to pray, DJ Manna uses music and laughter to help us know and love God more. Turn it up and sing along—this one’s packed with truth and fun! What You’ll Learn: 🎶 "⁠Enter His Gates" reminds us to praise God with joyful hearts (Psalm 100).🎶 "⁠The Story of Scripture (40 Events)" shows the whole Bible is one amazing story about God's plan. 🎶 "⁠The Lord's Prayer" teaches us how to talk to God—just like Jesus did! Try This at Home: ✅ Read Psalm 100 together and talk about what it means to praise God. ✅ Make a timeline or comic strip of the 40 big Bible events you heard in the song. ✅ Practice saying (or singing!) The Lord’s Prayer as a family. ✅ Ask: “What’s something I’m thankful for today?” and share it at the dinner table. Stay tuned all summer long! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Summer Radio, Episode 1 - Our Great God, Every Moment and Every Day, and All Scripture
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
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VBS Day 4 - The Bible is For Everyone with Rick the Missionary
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
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VBS Day 3 - The Bible is about God with Will Derness
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
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