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Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something really special: being thankful for our church family. Whether your church meets in a big building, a small school, or even your living room, God designed the church to be more than a place — it’s a family. A place where you belong, where people love you, pray for you, and help you grow closer to Jesus. In Hebrews 10:24–...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about one of the best gifts God gives us: our friends! Friends make life brighter, funnier, and a whole lot more meaningful. They help us when we’re sad, forgive us when we mess up, and remind us of what God’s love really looks like in action. In Proverbs 17:17, it says, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficu...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something that isn’t always easy: being thankful even when life feels hard. It’s simple to thank God when everything’s going great, but what about the days when things fall apart, people are unkind, or plans don’t go the way you hoped? In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, the Bible says, “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will for...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today’s a big one. It’s October 31st, and depending on your family, today might look totally different. Maybe you’re dressing up and going trick-or-treating, maybe you’re at a church festival, or maybe your family skips Halloween altogether — and that’s completely okay! But here’s the question we’re asking today: What does God say about Halloween, and sho...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that makes a lot of kids — and even adults — nervous: What if I’m scared to pray out loud? Maybe you freeze when someone asks, “Who wants to pray?” Or you worry you’ll say the wrong thing, forget your words, or sound weird. Praying silently feels easier — but praying out loud? That can feel scary. In Romans 8:26, the Bib...

Hey Carpool Crew! In tonight’s Goodnight Psalms, we rest in the promise from Psalm 16:8 — “I always let the Lord guide me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” No matter what kind of day you had, God is right beside you — steady, strong, and unshakable. You don’t have to be afraid of what’s ahead or worry about what’s behind. The same God who guided you today will hold you throug...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that hits deep — What if I’m scared of losing people’s trust? Maybe you told a lie, forgot something important, or made a mistake that hurt someone you care about. Now you’re worried your parents, teachers, or friends won’t see you the same way. That fear can feel heavy, but here’s the good news: trust can be rebuilt — a...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that can get really loud inside our hearts — What if God doesn’t hear me? Maybe you’ve prayed for something really big or really personal, but nothing seemed to happen. You start to wonder, “Did I say it wrong? Is God too busy for me? Does He even hear me?” If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone. But in Jeremiah 29:...

Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that hits a lot of kids — What if I get in trouble? Maybe you know that sinking feeling in your stomach when a teacher calls your name, or when your parents give you that look. You just want to do everything right. You want people to be proud of you. But here’s the truth — even good kids mess up sometimes, and that’s okay....

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something a lot of kids (and adults!) feel when they walk into someplace new—school, camp, church, or even a new neighborhood. That question pops up: What if people don’t like me? It’s a real fear, but here’s something even more real—Jesus loves the real you, and the right people will too. In this episode, we dive into Psalm 139:14...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something that’s exciting, but also a little scary—trying something new. Whether it’s a new sport, a new school, a new class, or a new routine, it’s normal to feel nervous when you’re starting out. Sometimes we think if we’re not great right away, we’ve failed—but that’s not true. In today’s episode, we look at Galatians 6:9, which...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about a fear that a lot of people—kids and adults—deal with but rarely talk about. What if I’m scared to ask for help? Maybe it’s homework you don’t understand, a friendship that’s hard, or something heavy on your heart. Sometimes we think asking for help makes us look weak or dumb, but that’s not true. In fact, Jesus loves it when we as...

Hey Carpool Crew, I’m Pastor Justin, and today we’re talking about something really hard but really important—what if someone I love dies? It’s one of those fears that can hit when things get quiet, or after losing a pet or grandparent, or even when you just start thinking about what would happen if someone you love wasn’t there anymore. In this episode, we look at John 14:2 where Jesus says, “In...

Hey Carpool Crew! 👋 Ever been sitting in class, minding your own business… and suddenly your name gets called? Your heart races, your face feels hot, and your brain freezes? Yeah — we’ve all been there. In today’s episode, Pastor Justin talks about what to do when you get put on the spot and don’t know what to say. This is different from giving a speech — it’s that unexpected moment when everyone...

Hey, carpool crew! Let’s talk about something a lot of kids feel nervous about, even if they don’t say it out loud: What if I smell bad? Yep, it sounds funny—but it's a real fear, and you are definitely not the only one who's felt it. In today’s Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin shares a super relatable story and looks at Luke 12:7—a reminder from Jesus that God knows even the number of hairs o...

Hey, carpool crew! Have you ever looked around and thought, “I’m not the best at anything… maybe I’m just not enough”? You’re not alone—and you’re not without answers. In today’s episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin tackles one of the quietest but deepest fears kids carry: the fear of not measuring up. We go all the way back to Genesis 1:27, where God says you were made in His image—on...

Hey, carpool crew! Today we’re revisiting a really important topic — one that too many kids are afraid to talk about: bullying. Maybe you’ve been there. Maybe someone’s made fun of your name, pushed you around, or made you feel small. That fear of being bullied can feel huge… but you’re not facing it alone. In this episode of Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin shares how Jesus sees your pain and...

Hey, Carpool Crew! What if everything changes? What if growing up feels too big or too fast? In today’s episode of Carpooling with Jesus, we’re talking about one of the most common fears kids face — the future. Whether it’s a sibling going off to college, the thought of moving out one day, or just the unknown of what’s next, Jesus has something powerful to say. In Matthew 6:34, He tells us not to...

Hey, Carpool Crew! Today’s episode is for anyone who’s ever had to say goodbye to a pet — or is scared of that happening one day. Whether it’s a goldfish, a hamster, a dog, or a cat, losing a pet is hard… because loving them meant something real. We’re continuing our October series What Would Jesus Say About the Things That Scare Us? — and today we’re talking about grief. In John 11:35, the shorte...

Hey carpool crew! Whether you're looking at a stormy sky or just feeling a little nervous about what could happen, today’s episode is all about a big fear many kids (and grownups!) face — natural disasters like tornadoes and earthquakes. Pastor Justin takes us to Mark 4:39–40, where Jesus calms a wild storm with just three words: “Silence. Be still.” Jesus' power over the wind and waves reminds us...

Hey carpool crew! Whether you're facing a big move, starting at a new school, or just feeling nervous about all the changes around you — this episode is for you. Today on Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin talks about one of the biggest fears many kids face: what if I have to move or change schools? We’ll look at Isaiah 43:19, where God says, “I’m doing something new… I will make a way in the wi...

Hey Carpool Crew — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here. This is a special Carpooling with Jesus+ bonus episode — part of our series: 👉 “What Should I Do If…” We’re talking about real stuff kids face every day — at school, in the neighborhood, and even at church. And today’s topic is a big one: What Should I Do If...Im being Bullied. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Action Step: Parents — use this ep...

Hey carpool crew! If the words “checkup” or “dentist” make your stomach twist, you’re not alone — and today’s episode is just for you. We’re continuing our October series What Would Jesus Say About the Things That Scare Us? by looking at a fear many kids (and adults!) deal with: going to the doctor or dentist. In this episode, Pastor Justin shares a powerful story from Luke 8:48 where Jesus doesn’...

Hey carpool crew! 👋 Maybe you woke up today still feeling a little shaky from a bad dream, or maybe you’ve had a few nights recently where falling asleep felt scary. You’re not alone. On today’s Carpooling with Jesus, we’re continuing our October series, What Would Jesus Say About the Things That Scare Us?—and today’s fear is a nighttime one: scary dreams. Proverbs 3:24 says, “When you lie down,...

Hey Carpool Crew! In tonight’s Goodnight Psalms episode, we reflect on Psalm 27:1, a verse that reminds us we don’t have to be afraid — because God is our light and our stronghold. He’s with us in the dark, holding us steady and helping us rest in peace. This peaceful bedtime moment helps kids end the day feeling calm, safe, and loved by Jesus. ✨ Goodnight Psalms is part of Carpooling with Jesus...