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Scripture tells us to love the Lord with all our hearts & disciple our children to walk according to His Word. This podcast will equip you to share Biblical truth in fun and practical ways. Join Meredith each week for a think about it question, the Biblical answer, and a connecting moment. Our goal is to provide you with practical action items to help you share Biblical truth with your kids and their friends!
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Jan 24, 2023
Jan 24, 2023
22 min
In April of 2010, Janae and Rodney Hostetter received devastating news. At only 12 weeks pregnant, they learned their baby girl had a severe birth defect called Anencephaly. This birth defect made their daughter "incompatible with life." They were told she would likely die a few minutes after being born. Janae and Rodney knew this child was a gift from God, so they quickly declined the option of abortion. Even though they did not see their daughter — Aliyah Joy — healed on this side of Heaven, they did see God begin to write a powerful redemptive story over her short life. Ready to hear how God uses this story for His glory and Kingdom purposes on Earth? Let’s go!
JANAE HOSTETTER is passionate about seeing an end to abortion. She has the privilege of serving on the board for Align Life Ministries with her husband who shares this same passion. Align Life is a gospel-centered ministry that provides pregnancy services and resources to families across Lancaster and Lebanon Counties in Pennsylvania. Rodney and Janae live in Ephrata, Pennsylvania and Janae enjoys being a stay-at- home mom to their four children ages 10, 8, 6 and 4.
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Kam International & Comforters Life Choices
Isaiah 60:1-2
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Jan 17, 2023
Jan 17, 2023
25 min
God’s Word is transformative in every way, and our guest, Cindy Bultema, shares how she learned this to be true! Executive Director of GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior), a non-profit ministry impacting the lives of girls worldwide, Cindy shares with us how important connection and scripture are when it comes to helping kids know their Identity in Christ. Today she will share her own testimony, some staggering statistics, and provide insight and valuable resources we can use to help the children in our lives know who their heavenly Father says they are.
Ready to hear how lies don’t stick to truth-filled kids? Let’s go!
CINDY BULTEMA has a powerful testimony of overcoming loss and addiction. Once a young mom who suffered from years of addiction, an eating disorder and a near fatal overdose, she now leads thousands of young girls into a loving relationship with Jesus as the Executive Director of GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior), a non-profit ministry impacting the lives of girls worldwide. Cindy’s unique understanding of the needs of girls, women, and families today allows her to serve audiences with authenticity and hope. She passionately equips and inspires moms, mentors, and ministry leaders on topics such as Faith & Family, Understanding Today’s Girls, Ministry Leadership, Encouragement for Women, Journeying through Grief & Overcoming Addiction.
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Cindy's Website: https://www.cindybultema.com/
Cindy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindybultema/
Cindy's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cindy.bultema
GEMS Website: https://gemsgc.org/
GEMS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gemsgirlsclubs/
GEMS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEMSGirlsClubs
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Jan 10, 2023
Jan 10, 2023
25 min
Today it’s as if you’re entering into a forensics lab with Dr. Jenn Rivera, as she helps you uncover the truth that science confirms the Bible! Did you know that biological gender is visible through our skeleton? How amazing it is to look at our bones and see God’s design and forethought! Lean in as Jenn talks about two key bones that reflect and confirm what we see in God’s Word…that He made us male and female!
Ready to dig into science and learn something new? ... Let's go....
JENNIFER HALL RIVERA serves as Director of Educational Programs for Answers in Genesis and is a forensic science educator, speaker, and author. She presents daily and develops top notch educational programs. Her experience in the field of forensic science includes employment in a crime scene unit, over a decade of teaching, journal publications, and numerous speaking events.
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Connect with Ken Ham, Founder of Answers in Genesis, on Facebook
DNA is Everywhere and other experiments
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Jan 3, 2023
Jan 3, 2023
26 min
Happy New Year! It’s the perfect time to review our year with the Bible2School Ministry and look forward in faith to what God is going to do in 2023! Kori shares some of the best God stories that will warm your heart and also reveals our big ask for this year.
Ready to hear how God has done abundantly more than we could ask or imagine? Let’s go!
LEE NIENHUIS is a coffee drinker, friend maker, and loud laugher. She is an author, Bible teacher, podcaster and communications consultant. Her books, “Brave Moms, Brave Kids” and “Countercultural Parenting” have helped countless parents step into their roles as the primary disciple makers of their families. Her writing and speaking have been featured in places like Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, Moms in Prayer International, and the True Woman Movement. Lee has a heart for the global church, and has recently joined Live Global, a team who supports, trains and equips believers worldwide. It sounds like a lot, but really, Lee loves Jesus. She Believes He transforms lives, His Word is powerful and effective, and that prayer matters more than we could imagine.
Lee lives with her handsome, hardworking husband, Mike, at Grace Adventures, a Christian Camp and Training Center in West Michigan. They have four great kids who make her need Jesus. And she says, “That’s a good thing.”
KORI PENNYPACKER has served with Bible2School since 2011. In her current position, Kori oversees the mission of Bible2School and Engagement by speaking to businesses, churches, and community leaders on the topic of the importance of spiritual training for elementary age children in our communities, especially those who are not able to attend church. She loves inviting people into the Bible2School Team as valued Members, Volunteers, and Donors.
Kori lives in Lititz with her husband, Blaine, and has three sons. She enjoys spending time with her family, playing tennis, and volunteering with her husband to mentor engaged couples at her church.
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Dec 13, 2022
Dec 13, 2022
29 min
For years, our guest, Carrie Ochoa, prayed that her children would be surrounded by classmates who love Jesus. Today we get to follow her on an amazing journey of leaning into the Holy Spirit’s call on her life. You’ll be inspired to hear her questions, insights, and responses to the Lord’s requests. Presently, Carrie teaches 3rd grade Bible2School, sharing about her best friend, Jesus, with her own son and his classmates!
Ready to hear how God’s plans are always more than worth the cost? Let’s go!
CARRIE OCHOA is a Jesus loving, Bible2School teaching, stay-at-home mom. Married to Jordan, they live in Johnstown, PA with their two children, Cruz & Behati.
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The Tale of Three Trees on YouTube
The Tale of Three Trees on Amazon
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Bible2School Blog - 3 Gifts for Christmas
Dec 6, 2022
Dec 6, 2022
31 min
Have you ever heard of the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky? If not, today you’re in for a treat!
Walk with us into the Creation Museum, where we’ll sit with our guest, Dana Sneed, and examine Scripture like a Sleuth. God has given us His amazing, authoritative Word, filled with so many details and facts that teach us more about Him. How important are all those details? Dana gives us some examples of popular ideas we may believe and takes them back to Scripture to verify whether or not that perception is truth or speculation.
The best part about uncovering the truths in Scripture together is that we get to see how faithful our God is, and that He truly is the God of details.
Ready to be a Scripture Sleuth with Dana & Kori? Let’s go!
DANA SNEED is an education specialist at Answers in Genesis. She develops and writes curricula, including Answers Bible Curriculum and its homeschool edition, and teaches educational programs at the Creation Museum. She earned a Master of Divinity and a PhD in Education from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary in Memphis, TN.
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Nov 29, 2022
Nov 29, 2022
32 min
Did you know Jesus died so that we may have ABUNDANT life, not just a life? Did you also know that children can only live an abundant life if they know who they are, and that they are known? Our guest today, Kathy Koch, wants to drive home the point that every kid is smart - and as we learn which type of smart, we can adapt our teaching styles in ways that have great potential to change everything for the better. Our hope is that you leave here today with fresh ideas of how to teach the children in your circle of influence so that they feel known by you. And even better, that they are known by God.
Ready to learn about the “8 Great Smarts” with Kathy & Lee? Let’s go…
KATHY KOCH (pronounced “Cook”) is a parenting and childhood expert, the founder of Celebrate Kids, a popular speaker and radio guest, an expert for two of Kirk Cameron’s documentary movies, and an author of 6 books for Moody Publishers. She has loved Jesus for almost her whole life and her faith and desire to serve and glorify God is the foundation of her ministry.
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Nov 22, 2022
Nov 22, 2022
25 min
For 46 years, Sight & Sound Theaters has been a place where families from all over the world experience the Bible coming to life on stage! Today, you get to be one of the FIRST audiences to hear insider information about their NEW edition to story-telling. Josh Enck, President and Chief Story Officer of Sight & Sound Ministries, gives us a sneak peak into their first ever movie, “I Heard the Bells”. Josh shares the inspiration behind this new avenue of storytelling, and gives us a glimpse into the life of well-known poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, which tells a compelling story of tragedy that moves people’s hearts towards truth.
Ready to hear why you should see Sight and Sounds’ first ever film production in theaters? Let’s go!
JOSHUA ENCK is President and Chief Story Officer of Sight & Sound Ministries, Inc., the nation’s largest entertainment company of its kind, drawing nearly 1.5 million people each year from around the world to its locations in Lancaster, PA, and Branson, MO. In his role, Joshua is responsible for casting vision and spearheading Sight & Sound’s unique creative process from current show production to future development beyond the stage. Joshua has also produced, written and directed several stage productions during his 27 years with the ministry. Joshua resides in Strasburg, PA with his wife Kristen and their four children.
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Nov 15, 2022
Nov 15, 2022
24 min
Bible2School is thrilled to participate in GivingTuesday — a global generosity movement. On November 29, 2022, people all around the nation are coming together to tap into the power of human connection, strengthen communities, and change our world. With GivingTuesday in mind and Thanksgiving right around the bend, we’re going to hear from Kori & Lee as they talk about the treasure of giving and share some inspiring stories of kids who have shown great generosity. In this episode, you will hear practical ways of experiencing God through participating in Kingdom work!
Ready to hear some tangible ways to be generous? Let’s go!
LEE NIENHUIS is an author and passionate Bible teacher. She is on the national speaking team for Moms in Prayer International and the Co-host of The Martha and Mary Show. Her books, Brave Moms, Brave Kids (2018) and Countercultural Parenting (2020), published by Harvest House, have helped countless parents gain a biblical perspective on parenting a godly and countercultural generation. Lee’s writing and speaking have been featured on Focus on the Family broadcast and magazine; True Woman; Proverbs 31, Hearts at Home, Iron Sharpens Iron conferences; GEMS Girls Clubs; and American Heritage Girls. Lee shares a dynamic vision for the next generation of Christ followers. Lee is an inductive Bible study teacher who leads a Bible training program for Women’s Ministry leaders in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti. While she travels extensively, home is her favorite place to be.
Lee and her husband, Mike, have been married 22 years. They have four great kids and live at Grace Adventures, a Christian Camp and Conference Center in West Michigan where her husband serves as the Director of Facilities and Maintenance for three campuses. Mike and Lee have four great kids who make her need Jesus. Lee loves hot cups of coffee, laughing till her sides ache, and Jesus.
KORI PENNYPACKER has served with Bible2School since 2011. In her current position, Kori oversees the mission of Bible2School and Engagement by speaking to businesses, churches, and community leaders on the topic of the importance of spiritual training for elementary age children in our communities, especially those who are not able to attend church. She loves inviting people into the Bible2School Team as valued Members, Volunteers, and Donors.
Kori lives in Lititz with her husband, Blaine, and has three sons. She enjoys spending time with her family, playing tennis, and volunteering with her husband to mentor engaged couples at her church.
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Nov 8, 2022
Nov 8, 2022
28 min
God is so good and He gives us everything we need! Our guest today, Laurie Christine, shares ideas of how to teach children about contentment — and what a perfect time of year to chat about this! When we go back to the beginning of the Bible, Genesis shows us that the root of the very first sin can be traced to discontentment with God’s provision and goodness. Our conversation centers around the cure for this, which is found when our lives are filled with Jesus. Laurie gives practical advice and fun tools that will help teach kids contentment.
Ready to help the children in your life develop a heart of gratitude? Let’s go…
LAURIE CHRISTINE is an author, podcast host, certified Biblical Parenting Coach, wife, and mom of four wild, loud, adventurous boys. Her podcast, Redeeming the Chaos, invites moms of boys to join her on the wild, wonderful, adventure of raising courageous boys and connecting them with Christ. In addition to hosting a podcast, Laurie writes devotional Bible stories for families. She understands how important it is for parents to connect with their children, while communicating the truth of God’s Word to them in a way they can understand. With degrees in Creative Writing, Biblical Studies, and Education, Laurie has more than fourteen years of experience teaching the Bible to young children as well as writing Sunday School curriculum for her local church.
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