The Bible2School Podcast with Meredith

Bible2School volunteer, Greg Paul, wears many hats including business owner, husband, dad, and coach! He prioritizes speaking life into children every chance he gets. You’ll be inspired by how God worked through the details of his journey as Greg responded in obedience – the outcome, as you’ll hear, has been more amazing than anyone could have anticipated.    Are you ready to hear how Greg respond...

Alex Kendrick, director of an upcoming movie called “The Forge”, shares the movie’s theme of discipleship and reminds us that Jesus is inviting us to deny ourselves, take up our cross and follow him. “The Forge” portrays discipleship through a storyline that will have you laughing, crying, and relating with the characters. You’ll leave this conversation challenged in your role of discipleship and...

Did you know that, according to a recent Barna study, only 4% of those who call themselves Christians hold to a Biblical Worldview? This episode will help you teach kids to question what they are being told, so that when their faith collides with culture, they can grow in their faith, not out of it. Kori & Lee discuss faith & culture collisions such as evolution, gender ideology, moral rel...

Did you know that Bible2School has grown 400% since 2016, and in the last 2 years we have DOUBLED in size?! The only explanation for this is found in Matthew 19:26 where Jesus says, “with God, all things are possible.” In a similar fashion, our guest, Laura Funk, shares her testimony that displays how God grows the seeds we plant – and the results speak for themselves! You’ll be encouraged to hear...

If you knew there was an activity for your kids that expands communication skills, builds confidence, empathy, & problem solving strategy all while having fun, would you sign them up? These are just some of the many benefits theater can bring to children that our guest, Brandon Talley, speaks about in this episode. With 20 years of experience and the role of playing Jesus at Sight & Sound...

Do you ever feel that life is more challenging than it used to be, and wonder why? Our guest, Brenda Yoder, offers some age-old wisdom to help  bring us back to the basics of an uncomplicated life. Following the Covid-19 pandemic, Brenda noticed how God used the many threads of her home, career and Airbnb to weave together the pages of a book she recently published called “Uncomplicated, Simple Se...

Bible2School is on a mission to redefine how America thinks about religion during the public school day. ‘Separation of church and state’ does not mean our children need to leave their faith at the front door of the school. In this previous episode , we heard from Sr. Counsel Matt Sharp from Alliance Defending Freedom, who discussed some of the rights students have to express their faith in public...

According to a 2023 Bible2School study of parents with children attending public school, 94% feel it’s important that their children express their faith while in school, but only 68% feel that they can do this legally. Matt Sharp, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, aims to equip parents to embolden their kids by discussing 4 ways they can express their faith in public school. As we le...

Have you ever experienced the power of prayer? We talk a lot about prayer on this podcast, but this episode addresses something new — praying for our child’s future spouse! You’ll hear Kori’s story behind this important topic and 3 ways you can start praying now! What we love the most about this conversation is the intentionality behind the prayers and every bit of wisdom that Kori shares! Since y...

Dr. Georgia Purdom, Vice President of Educational Content at Answers In Genesis, helps us understand the difference between facts, theories, and ideas and gives us the tools to teach our children how to debunk 3 of the most popular myths of evolution! Georgia says if we want to combat evolution effectively with the truth of God’s Word and science we have to know what the evolutionists are saying,...

Shannon Popkin joins our Co-Host, Lee Nienhuis, in today’s episode focused on the book they co-authored called Comparison Girl for Teens. What a timely message for this generation! Our children, beginning at younger ages than ever before, are struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression & loneliness, all of which can be connected to this comparison factor. In the midst of the greatest menta...

Laurie Christine, mom of 4 boys and podcast host of Redeeming the Chaos, talks to us about the importance of family devotions. The best part is that Laurie brings her own resources to the table to help those of us who may need some fresh ideas!  Laurie reminds us that discipleship looks different for each family, and that it is the Lord’s job to produce the fruit from our efforts. You will leave t...

Elizabeth Urbanowicz, Founder & CEO of Foundation Worldview, says that before we can introduce our children to who God is, they have to understand that truth is objective. This is the reason Elizabeth authored the book, “What Is Truth?” with a target audience of preschoolers and their families. In this interview we discuss the importance of truth and how to practically teach it to the kids in...

As believers, we all know the first most important hour of our day is time with Jesus! Can you guess what the second most important hour is? It may sound simple, but it’s mealtime with family! Kori & Lee provide some surprising stats on the benefits of eating together around the table, including ones that will induce laughter and others that will inspire you to action! The best news is that th...

Bonni Greiner started her speaking journey 35 years ago where she was asked to talk about her Jewish upbringing in front of a church full of Mennonite women! As her relationship with Christ bloomed, God continued to ignite her passion to encourage and equip young moms. She not only raised 8 of her own children but lovingly feeds into her 14 grandchildren! You’ll be inspired by her words of wisdom...

How do we protect our kids from the darkness? What if instead we shift the paradigm and work towards preparing them for it? Jim Daly, President of Focus on the Family and host of its daily radio broadcast, talks about the importance of teaching our young kids the Bible. He also speaks a powerful word about this current generation as he sees them–having a depth, a want-to, energy and desire! You’ll...

When kids need to speak the truth in love, what should they do? Kid problems may start small, but eventually they become adult-sized! Filling them with God’s truth daily and teaching them to handle conflict as Scripture instructs is critical if we want to see them grow in spiritual and emotional maturity. In this conversation between Kori & Lee, you’ll learn some practical tips to create an ac...

If we want the next generation to be God followers, standing firm on His Word without apology, we need to be intentionally teaching the kids in our lives how to do this. Our guest, Ken Ham, is the founder of Answers in Genesis, which is an apologetics organization founded on the words from 1 Peter 3:15 which tell us to be ready to give an answer for what we believe. You may know Ken from his famou...

Forgiveness is a tough conversation, because there are so many layers and levels to this action. Our guest, Donna Nicholson Stief, is familiar with this topic in some of the deepest ways. So as you listen to her wisdom on forgiving what you can’t forget, you can be comforted that she shares from a place of knowing and understanding. She answers the question, “How do we let someone off the hook whe...

There’s no better time than today to get involved with what’s going on in our children’s lives, especially in the public school setting. Our guest, Kelly Carter, is a recently elected official on her school board and she’s here to tell us how God has strategically fit the puzzle pieces of her life together to prepare her for this great assignment. Ready to hear the spiritual and practical steps Ke...

Have you ever felt a nudge to pursue something but your circumstances were too overwhelming to even think about taking the next step? Our guest, Corinne Wenger, is Site Director over a Pennsylvania Bible2School program, and she’s all too familiar with that nudge. You’ll be encouraged to hear her story that gives our God of details all the glory! Ready to hear how nothing is impossible with God? Le...

We are repeating one of our most loved episodes from 2023 with our partner and True Girl founder Dannah Gresh. Scripture tells us that Jesus was a good friend - He stayed in relationships even when they were difficult. Kori asks the question “Is it possible to raise children to love Jesus, imitate Him, and be a good friend to others even when it’s tough?” The answer is “yes,” and you’ll hear some...

You’ve heard it said before that you can’t know WHO you are unless you know WHOSE you are. Our guest, Hannah Conway, is a speaker, podcaster and author of a new devotional called “In Case You Forget.” She zeros in on the importance of knowing our identity so that we can stay on mission and be effective, unshaken and foundationally sound in our faith. Hannah brings us to God’s Word for all the thin...

Happy New Year! It’s been an exciting 2023 at Bible2School and we have much to look forward to in 2024. Here at the podcast we want you to know that we are intentional with our time, talent & treasure – so in this episode, you’ll hear some jaw dropping “only God can do that” stories and our new goals. You’ll also leave this conversation inspired to take one spiritual step forward with your fam...

Hopefully you’re already immersed in the joy of the Christmas season and well on your way to completing your shopping lists…but are you ready for the conversations that may come up this time of year between your child and their school teacher? 90% of Americans celebrate Christmas, yet it seems many do not know their legal lane in the public school setting when it comes to expressing faith during t...