Family Life Kids

Kyle, Joy and Bailey are playing one of Kyle’s favorite board games, and the girls can’t catch up to him! He’s got a secret advantage: he hasn’t told them all the rules. His unfair sneakiness gives Mr. Jacobs a chance to teach the kids about twisting the truth. (Scripture: 2nd Timothy 2:5; Philippians 2:4; Proverbs … Read More Read More

Who would you rather have help with your homework: Mr. Jacobs, or another kid a little older than you? (…Id’ pick Mr. J, too.) Artie’s feelings are hurt when Monica keeps turning down his offers to help with her homework, even after she said she’d rather wait for Mr. Jacobs. Turns out, both of them … Read More Read More

Freedom! …For now. Joy and Laura are enjoying their last few days off before going back to school after a long winter break. But, is it possible to have too much free time?  Mr. J. and Miss Fiona help explain how we know when it’s time to rest and when it isn’t. (Scripture: 1 Timothy … Read More Read More

Mary, Joseph, the angels… It’s THE Christmas story – Kids Corner-style.  Hear the adventure of the first Christmas, and learn why Jesus came to Earth as a baby! (Scripture: Luke 1:26-45, 2:1-20; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 3:23, 6:23, 5:8, 10:9-10, 10:13.)

Well, THAT escalated quickly… When Sam wishes the gang “Happy Holidays,” less-than-happy words fly between her and Kyle. Mr. Jacobs steps in with a look at a holiday Jesus would have celebrated this time of year. (Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29; John 10; Romans 12:19; Leviticus 19:18; Proverbs 24:29; James 1:19; Luke 23:34)

Does Christmas make you grumpy?  That might sound silly – but the thing is, not everyone feels happy around Christmas.  Mr. Jacobs helps us understand why this might be, and how we can be like Jesus to people who are sad or angry in the holiday season.

With Thanksgiving over, it’s already time to get busy finding presents for family! That’s what Artie, Joy and Monica are doing when the question comes up: what do you get Jesus for Christmas? Mr. Jacobs gives the kids a great gift idea… (Scripture: Matthew 25, Ecclesiastes 3, Galatians 6)

When you’re down, you don’t always want someone to cheer you up. That’s how Carson and Gwen are feeling, despite Laura’s best efforts. When we have a bad day, we have a choice to make. Mr. Jacobs explains the power of thankfulness! (Scripture: Proverbs 17:22; 1 Thessalonians 5; Philippians 3; James 1:2-3)

Waiting…waiting… Kyle and Everett are doing just that to see if they’ll win a mail-in “ancient treasure” prize! If they just believe enough, will it happen? Mr. Jacobs explains why faith doesn’t quite work that way… (Scripture: Hebrews 11, Matthew 17, Luke 18)

Veterans Day is when we thank people who have served our country in the military.  If you’re one of God’s children, did you know you’re in His army?  Not in order to fight other people, though.  It’s a spiritual army.  Mr. Jacobs talks about the “battle” we’re in and what our “marching orders” are in … Read More Read More

“Learn the Secrets of the Universe!”  …Sam’s not sure how to feel about a flyer she found for classes on being spiritual.  Does God want us to be spiritual?  Wait – what does “spiritual” even mean?  Don’t worry; Mr. Jacobs will do his best to clear things up with some wisdom from the Bible!

Iced tea can be considered fancy, right? Hopefully, because that’s what Joy and Gwen are sipping at their elegant tea party. Fun turns to fear when Joy breaks one of her mom’s most special tea cups! Messing up can make us afraid of getting in trouble, but Mr. Jacobs and Miss Fiona share something about … Read More Read More

Party’s are fun- but planning them?  Not so much.  That’s what Bailey’s up to, and she’s separating the good ideas for party games from the bad ones.  It starts a conversation about what wisdom means in the Bible; it might be different than you think!

The Kids Corner gang goes on an imagination adventure to the Old Testament times.  But what can a kid learn from a story about Israelites wandering in the desert?  Come along on the journey and find out!

Do you have a show or movie series that you follow? Well, Sam and Gwen can’t stop talking about their favorite show, and it’s driving Laura crazy! Mr. Jacobs steps in with an interesting lesson about all the different things it can mean to “follow” something, or Someone!

What do sled dogs, Flin, and good leaders have in common? OK, so even if Flin can’t pull a sled in the snow, a pack needs a good leader! Bailey, Gwen and Laura’s curiosity makes for a fun lesson with Mr. Jacobs about how God uses people to lead.

It’s fun to go back to school and see all your friends again. Unless, of course, you’ve had a hard time making friends like Everett… He and Joy get some good advice from Miss Fiona and Sam about more than just making friends, but being good friends, too, when they learn about The Golden Rule. … Read More Read More

Moving isn’t usually fun… Veronica’s dad is moving their family – again – and she’s having a hard time with it.  Mr. Jacobs has some good advice for how (and why) to respect people older than us. Meanwhile, the gang says goodbye to a friend for now… (Air date: 9-7-19)

Ever get signed up for something you weren’t too excited about? That’s how Artie feels about the swimming lessons his parents are sending him to. Should we keep trying when something seems too hard? Mr. Jacobs gives his personal insight on the topic. (Air date: 8-31-19)

Laura has a problem. She did what was right, and something bad happened! Can that really happen? Find out this week as Mr. Jacobs does his best to explain.