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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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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
The Lord has called us all to the same thing, the Great Commission. And He calls us to that job within the context of our lives. Our guest today, Megan Brown, gets to engage with the Lord in His work through participating with the Great Commission as a military spouse and mom, and you’ll hear how her discipling is making a Kingdom impact!
Megan reminds us that the military has always been about spreading the gospel, and believes this community has the potential to kick-start the 3rd Great Awakening! You’ll hear her testimony of salvation, how she started a Bible study with other military wives in her living room, and the ways the Lord has grown this into a mission field that empowers military women to share the gospel, teach the Bible, and minister to women in pain wherever they’re stationed.
Ready to hear what it means to be a military missionary? Let’s go!
MEGAN BROWN is an author, a Christian speaker, and a military missionary. She is passionate about equipping the United States military community to carry the redemptive story of Jesus to the four corners through radical hospitality, sound biblical teaching, and community discipleship.
While Megan loves writing - books, blogs, and articles - Megan also enjoys traveling around the country speaking at ministry events, retreats, conferences, and churches.
Resources:
Military Spouse Coalition: Milspoco Website
Ephesians 1:3-14 - chosen & redeemed
1 Thessalonians 5:17 - pray without ceasing
Joshua 1:9 - Be strong and courageous for the Lord is with you
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Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Ready to hear some awesome Bible2School Godstories? You’ll fall in love with Tim & Esther’s heart for this ministry that they call the “God-given answer for reaching hearts and lives of young people'!'
Our guests remind us we can be excited to watch what God is going to do in the lives of the children we pray for. As Esther said, “We keep praying in faith believing that God will bring our children, our grandchildren, and our great grandchildren into His family because we believe in Him and His power to do that.”
Ready to hear about the power of prayer? Let’s go!
ESTHER HERITAGE is a wife, mother of three married daughters, a fourth one already home with Jesus, grandmother of nine and great grandmother of two, and a retired oncology nurse. Serving beside her husband Tim and raising their daughters led them to fully rely on God through prayer. Praying for others and seeing God’s faithful answers has deeply affected Esther’s faith and love for Jesus. Loving to teach children about Him was another passion, so when she heard about the Bible2School program in the summer of 2012, God burdened her heart to volunteer for this ministry as a teacher. She saw the tremendous impact this program had on children and it wasn’t long until her husband and daughter joined her in this local mission field, making it a family ministry which they all have loved!
Resources
Psalm 34:3 Oh magnify the Lord
Phil 4:6-9 - don’t be anxious
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
“They really just handed me to God & allowed me to be whoever He desired me to be – that was the most freeing thing for me as a child.” This quote by our guest, Alena Pitts, is one of the many she shares in this episode about using our God given gifts for His kingdom purposes. Alena is a young actress, author & vocalist who walks us through her journey in the spotlight and talks freely about identity and purpose in Christ.
Ready to hear how you can encourage the kids in your life to use their gifts for God’s glory? Let’s go!
ALENA PITTS is an actress, author and vocalist. The Kendrick Brothers’ movie, War Room, marked Alena’s professional acting debut, with Alena being cast in the major supporting role as Danielle Jordan. Shortly after, Alena started on a new journey and co-authored a three-book fictional series aptly titled, Lena In The Spotlight.
She tragically and unexpectedly lost her mother, Wynter, in 2018. Alena has found that sharing her story in song and writing has brought her the most healing. Alena remains very grounded and values her relationship with Jesus Christ as her highest priority.
Resources
Alena’s Website
Alena on IG
For Girls Like You on IG
Lena in the Spotlight Book Series
Trailer for War Room movie
Arie Camp's song “What We Need”
For Girls Like You magazine
“I am yours” Wynter Pitt’s book (Alena’s mom)
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Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Did you know Noah’s Ark rested on top of Mt. Ararat on the same day many years later that Jesus rose from the grave, defeating sin and death? The Hebrew calendar uncovers dates like this and more, so we can know what happened in history today!
Christine Vales, who joined us in September, returns to give an overview of her October chalkboard teaching and the great significance of understanding God’s calendar – the Hebrew Calendar! In this episode, you’re going to leave with a whole new perspective on Noah’s Ark, which is coming up on our own Gregorian Calendar this October, 2023! Teaching our children how this speaks into their lives today will draw them into a deeper relationship with their loving Savior — and that’s what this is all about.
Ready to hear how the Ark is a picture of Jesus, and how we can teach our kids to enter into His rest and safety today? Let’s go!
CHRISTINE VALES is author and teacher of “His Appointed Times” and has been blessed with the privilege of uncovering the Lord’s Hebrew calendar in real-time. Christine delights in encouraging others to abide in Jesus while drawing on prophetic insights highlighted in His ancient timepiece which always points back to His Word and great love for us.
She joyfully sends forth her creative monthly “Chalkboard Teachings” on
YouTube and social media and also ministers at live and online events. Her
articles on His times and seasons have been published on The Elijah List,
Charisma Magazine and other prophetic platforms.
Christine and her husband Carlos, recently graduated from Charis Bible College. The Lord has been equipping them both, to not only be students of His Word, but to be effective ministers and teachers. They have learned many foundational truths of God’s true nature as well as a fresh revelation of the love of God and desire to share these essential truths with others. Christine rejoices in it all as she takes great delight in pointing hearts to the Ancient of Days Himself- Yeshua, Jesus and His great love for us.
Resources
Website: www.christinevales.com
Christine Vales on Facebook
Christine Vales on YouTube
FAQ and Recommended Resources:
Cheshvan (October 2022) Chalkboard Teaching
Episode 108: Discovering the Lord’s Hebrew Calendar in Real Time
Matthew 24:36: No one knows the day or hour Jesus will return
Genesis 5- the account of the Flood
Hebrews 11:7: Noah’s faith was counted as righteousness
Ephesians 1:13 - Believers are sealed with the Spirit of God
2 Corinthians 2:15-17: We are a pleasing aroma to the Lord
Hebrews 11:6: Without faith it’s impossible to please God
Galatian 5:6 - Faith works by love
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Billy Hallowell is a journalist and host with the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) and Faithwire, where he gets to communicate God’s truth through people’s stories. His passion for media kick-started following the Columbine School shooting in 1999. Shaken from this event, Billy wondered what he could do to help prevent something like this from happening at his own high school. You’ll hear how this spark ignited Billy’s journalism career. While he has been a Christian for most of his life, Billy says it wasn’t until his 30’s that his heart and head connected, and he learned to surrender his days and follow God’s calling over his life rather than his own desires.
Ready to hear how you can equip the kids in your life to serve God wherever He calls them, just like Billy? Let’s go!
BILLY HALLOWELL is a journalist, commentator and digital TV host who has covered thousands of the biggest faith and culture stories. Billy’s career in journalism and commentary began at an early age. Following the Columbine shooting in 1999, the then 15-year-old launched Teen Web Online, a website intended to address violence, discrimination and other social issues facing America’s young generation. Billy has worked in the media for more than two decades and is currently a journalist and host with CBN News and Faithwire. He has contributed to FoxNews.com, The Washington Post, The New York Post, The Huffington Post & other news sites.
Resources
After Columbine Part 1, Part 2 & Part 3
Crystal Woodman Miller , Columbine Survivor: Episode #27
John 1:5 - The light always outshines the dark
Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV - Trust in the Lord
CBN News Quick Start Podcast
Billy’s Website
Twitter: @BillyHallowell
Billy Hallowell on the Bible App - Discovering Wisdom
Billy’s Books
Billy’s Podcast
Billy’s TV Shows
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Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
What does trust have to do with intruder alert drills in schools? According to Kori & Lee, it has EVERYTHING to do with how well our children will be equipped for this type of an emergency - especially if it turns out to be real life and not just a drill. You’ll hear how trust goes a long way in a crisis, and how to prepare the kids in your life to be spiritually and emotionally ready to face unthinkable events.
Ready to learn the 2 Things Your Kids Need to Know About Intruder Alert Drills? Let’s go!
KORI PENNYPACKER has served with Bible2School since 2011. 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.
LEE NIENHUIS is a coffee drinker, friend maker, and loud laugher. She is an author, Bible teacher, podcaster and communications consultant. Lee has a heart for the global church, and has recently joined Live Global, a team who supports, trains and equips believers worldwide. 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.
Resources
Psalm 46 - He is our shield and our strength, an ever-present help in danger
Romans 8:28 - God works all things together for good
Matthew 28:20 Jesus said, I am with you always.
Ephesians 6: Put on the Full armor of God
Columbine Episode #27; How to Have Hard Conversations with Kids
Mom’s In Prayer Episode #44; How God Is Working Through Praying Moms
A Powerful School Lockdown Godstory on YouTube
John 1:5 - the darkness will not overcome the light
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Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
You’ve probably heard of Champ Thornton or one of his children’s books, yet you may not be familiar with his “why” for writing. You’ll hear the reason his books focus on placing our hope in God and living life according to the greatest commandments.You’ll also notice these same themes spilling over into his advice on parenting and admonishment to boldly raise up the next generation.
Ready to hear how to raise bold kids for Jesus? Let’s go!
CHAMP THORNTON (PhD) and his wife, Robben, live in Newark, Delaware, have been married since 1996, and enjoy being parents to three energetic teenage children. He is an Acquisitions Editor at Crossway and is the author of a number of books for kids and families, including The Radical Book for Kids, its sequel: The Really Radical Book for Kids, illustrated children’s books: You Count!, Why Do We Say Good Night? And Why Do We Say Thank You?, and devotionals for families and parents: Wonders of His Love: Family Advent Devotional, and Pass It On: A Proverbs Journal for the Next Generation. He’s also served as host of “In the Word, On the Go,” a ten-minute podcast for families. You can learn more about Champ at www.champthornton.com.
Resources
Psalm 78: that the next generation might set their hope in God
Champ Thornton's Website
In the Word, On The Go - Champ’s Podcast
You Count! A Five-Senses Countdown to Calm
The Serpent Slayer and The Scroll of Riddles
The Really Radical Book For Kids
Wonders Of His Love Devotional
Pass It On: A Proverbs Journal for the Next Generation
In The Word, On The Go Podcast
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
What does it look like to make disciples of the next generation as Jesus calls us to? Kurt Zimmerman asked himself this question prior to becoming the Executive Director of Teens Need Truth (TNT), and shares how God guided him to the answer through this amazing discipleship ministry he now leads and loves. You’ll be inspired by his passion to see kids grounded in Jesus & living in the fullness of life that God has planned for them!
Ready to hear how you can impact the next generation for Jesus just by being you? Let’s go!
KURT ZIMMERMAN became the Executive Director of TNT Youth Ministry in May 2021. He has served with this central Pennsylvania ministry since 2015, previously as the Warwick District Coordinator. Kurt is passionate about seeing the Great Commission fulfilled through discipling the next generation. He desires to see the next generation have a transformational relationship with Jesus and walk in the calling God has for them. In his spare time, he enjoys taking care of his fish, disc golfing, listening to podcasts and being active. Kurt resides in Lititz, PA with his wife, Faith, and three sons, Moses, Boaz, and Justus.
Resources
Teens Need Truth (TNT) Youth Ministry
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
Youth For Christ (YFC)
National Network of Youth Ministries
Doug Clark - Podcast Episode #58 - See You At The Pole
Philippians 2:1-10 - value others above ourselves
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Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Did you know the Gregorian calendar we follow today is not the same calendar Jesus followed in his day? God established the Hebrew calendar, and he never got rid of it–
we did! Our special guest, Christine Vales, will teach us how to uncover the Lord’s calendar in real-time, which points us back to God’s Word and His great love for us! You’ll hear how God paired Christine’s love for art with a chalkboard to creatively teach both young and old how the months, seasons and festivals of the Hebrew calendar are relevant to our lives and point directly to Jesus!
Ready to hear why it’s important to know God’s calendar and teach this to your children? Let’s go!
CHRISTINE VALES is author and teacher of “His Appointed Times” and has been blessed with the privilege of uncovering the Lord’s prophetic calendar in real-time. Christine delights in encouraging others to abide in Jesus while drawing on prophetic insights highlighted in His ancient timepiece which always points back to His Word and great love for us.
She joyfully sends forth her creative monthly “Chalkboard Teachings” on YouTube and social media and also ministers at live and online events. Her articles on His times and seasons have been published on The Elijah List, Charisma Magazine and other prophetic platforms.
Christine and her husband Carlos, recently graduated from Charis Bible College. The Lord has been equipping them both, to not only be students of His word, but to be effective ministers and teachers. They have learned many foundational truths of God’s true nature as well as a fresh revelation of the love of God and desire to share these essential truths with others. Christine rejoices in it all as she takes great delight in pointing hearts to the Ancient of Days Himself- Yeshua, Jesus and His great love for us.
Resources
Chalkboard Teaching for September 16-Oct 15 (Spiritual month of Tishrei)
Uncovering The Lord’s Prophetic Calendar in Real-Time Website
Follow Christine as she follows Him on Facebook and YouTube
FAQ and Recommended Resources
Youtube link for discovering your birthday on God’s calendar:
Daniel 7:25 - the enemy attempts to alter time and law
James 1:17 - Every good and perfect gift is from above
John 8:44 - Satan is a liar
2 Corinthians 11:14 - Satan disguises himself as an angel of light
Galatians 5:1 - Christ set us free, don’t fall back into bondage
The Time to Advance by Chuck Pierce
Know The Time Change Your World By Barry Miller
The Feasts of the Lord by Kevin Howard and Marvin Rosenthal
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Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
High School sophomore and Bible2School graduate Colson Erb shares his journey with Jesus. You’ll hear how Bible2School influenced his faith in the early years, and how God grew his natural gifts and obedient heart to open doors of opportunity for him to plant seeds for the Kingdom among his peers.
Are your kids equipped with the truth that they are the church and they can bring the church to school? Colson’s testimony will challenge you to share your faith with others whenever the opportunity arises and teach children in your circle of influence to do the same.
Ready to hear how the kids in your life can be kingdom growers just like Colson? Let’s go…
COLSON ERB is a sophomore in high school. He enjoys playing music, soccer and volleyball, and being involved with school and church. Following Jesus has been a big part of his life from a young age. Through experiences such as summer camps, Bible2School, youth group, and friends he has had opportunities to strengthen and grow in his faith. He believes everyone’s journey matters, and always seeks to encourage others in their walk along the path.
Resources
Colson's Story then and now on YouTube
Back Seat Driver by Toby Mac
Waterfall by Chris Tomlin
Genesis 22:1-19 - Trusting like Abraham
The CBA Cross
Fellowship of Christian Students (aka FCA)
Luke 15:10 - The Angels rejoice over one who is saved
John 14:6 - Jesus is the one way to heaven
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