In our first episode of God's Big Story — Parent Talk, Julie and Matt wrap up our mini-season with a focus on family discipleship. They share practical strategies for integrating faith-building activities into daily family life, emphasizing the importance of scheduled time, natural moments, and celebratory milestones. Drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 6:4-9, they provide a clear framework for parents to teach their children about God's love and faithfulness. Time refers to scheduled family...

Julie and Matt talk about the last way God builds His family - by growing His children to become more like Jesus. Their friend Lehia, a plant expert, explained how the Holy Spirit grows the fruit of the Spirit in believers over time, just like different fruits grow in different seasons. They look at how God grew Abraham to be the "father of faith" and Rahab to be part of Jesus' family tree by the end of their lives, even though they didn't follow God at first. The main point is that once...

Julie and Matt had their friend Doug the bird caller back to review how God calls people into His family. They talked to Ryan, who helps kids get adopted into safe families as a court-appointed advocate. God gives adopted children new hearts to love and obey Him as part of His eternal family, the church. Anyone can be adopted by admitting they are a sinner, believing Jesus died for their sins, and saying Jesus is their Lord. Helpful Definitions: ADOPTION — When someone is given a place in a...

Julie and Matt talked about how God calls people to be part of His family, the church. Their friend Doug, who does bird calls, explained that just like birds use special calls to find others of their kind, God uses His call to bring people into His family. They discuss the Bible stories of Abraham, who God spoke to directly to call him, and Rahab, who heard about God's power and wanted to join His people. The main point was that God calls sinners, like Abraham and Rahab, to turn away from...

Julie and Matt talk with the brave explorer Will-Derness about God's family. They discuss what it's like for the church to be God's family, how God is like the head of the family, and the way God makes this family grow. Will makes the talk fun and easy to understand. He shares stories about joining God’s family, how it grows, and how each person has a special part in it. Helpful Definitions: THE CHURCH — All the people who know, love, trust, and obey Jesus all over the world!  5-Second Fly...

In the 100th episode celebration of God's Big Story, hosts Julie and Matt, along with a lineup of returning friends like Sean, Garrick, Kerry, Anna, Judge Jesse, and Guy the Zookeeper, reminisce and share favorite memories from the show. The episode is filled with laughter, cake, blooper reels, insightful reflections, and memorable jokes. Each guest imparts valuable lessons from various biblical stories, emphasizing the attributes of God and the importance of putting faith in Him. The...

Join us for a special celebration of our 99th episode as we answer your questions about God's Big Story! Listen in as we tackle the mystery of the Trinity, explore why we might not be able to hear or see God, and how the Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in helping us understand the Bible. We're also teasing what's ahead in season 11! Listener Questions: What’s the Trinity? Why can’t I hear or see God? How many attributes will we cover next season? How did God make the earth? How does God...

We wrap up Season 10 with a bang! Your favorite trio, Julie, Matt, and Garrick, come together to revisit all of the attributes of God we've discovered this season! Attributes of God: UNCHANGING — God never changes, He is the same yesterday, today, and forever!  GOOD — God is what’s best and He does what’s best. CREATOR — God made everything. HOLY — God is completely perfect and separate from sin. JUST —God is right to punish sin. SOVEREIGN — God is in charge of, and can do everything and...

Join us as we wrap up an enlightening season filled with growth in both our understanding of God and our vocabulary! Listen in as Julie and Matt reflect on the powerful words and attributes of God we've explored together. Get ready to expand your lexicon even further because we're introducing one last hefty term: attentive. Discover what it means for God to be attentive and how this divine quality enables Him to hear and respond to each of us, no matter where we are or what we're going...

Listen in as we explore the wisdom of God and how it's not only an attribute of God but also a quality we can share and grow in as His people.  We're thrilled to have Professor Jonathan from the university join us this week, offering his intellect and humor to our discussion. He humbly shares his thoughts on wisdom, reminding us that the more we learn, the more we realize there is to learn—especially about God's vast and intricate creation.  Don't miss out on this episode full of...

Join us as we explore the attribute of God as our ultimate Provider. We welcome Julia, a dedicated Meals on Wheels delivery driver, who gives us a heartwarming insight into her daily mission of feeding seniors in need. Her stories are a powerful testament to how God often works through us to meet the needs of His children. Don't miss this episode filled with storytelling, practical insights, and an invitation to recognize and give thanks for the provisions in your own life. Helpful...

Join us as we revisit the attributes of God with the help of our special guest and theologian, Garrick! Listen in as we put our knowledge to the test with a lively multiple-choice game that covers seven key characteristics of God that we've explored so far this season: unchanging, good, creator, holy, just, sovereign, and generous. As you tune in, grab a pen and paper to play along and see if you can outscore us! Whether you're a faithful listener or joining us for the first time, this...

Listen in as we explore the meaning of generosity. With our friend, Carrie Brockenberry, a real game show host, joining us, we unravel how God's gifts to His children come without the requirement of performance or the expectation of something in return. Helpful Definitions: GENEROUS — God gives what is best. Scripture Reference: Luke 5:24-26 5-Second Fly Through Review: Fill in the blank. An attribute tells us what someone or something is _______ (LIKE) Fill in the blank. God is generous....

Listen in as we explore one of the most powerful attributes of God: Sovereignty. This week we had the pleasure of being joined by our good friend and local politician, David, who helped us unpack the concept of what it means for God to be Sovereign. Be sure to tune in and allow today's Bible story to deepen your understanding of the incredible scope of God's reign and how it affects our lives every day! Helpful Definitions: SOVEREIGN — God has the right, wisdom, and power to do all that He...

Join us as we explore God's justice and mercy, illuminated by the age-old story of Noah! We kick things off with our friend, Jenna, a Traffic Warden, whose experiences with fairness and justice on the streets bring a personal touch to our understanding of God's nature. Helpful Definitions: JUST — Doing what is right. ATTRIBUTE — A word that tells us what someone or something is like. INCOMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTES — Attributes that are only true of God. COMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTES — Attributes that...

Join us as we explore God's holiness, an attribute that marks His complete perfection and distinction from sin. We’re joined by our guest, editor Eddie Tor. Eddie brings clarity to the incommunicable aspect of God's holiness, a quality unique to Him alone. We also recount the awe-inspiring vision of the prophet Isaiah, who encounters God's holiness in a transformative temple experience. So grab your headphones, and let's reflect on these divine truths together! Helpful Definitions: HOLY —...

Hey there, friends! Join us as we explore the attribute of God as Creator. Our friend, Annie, a professional artist with a knack for painting and sculpting, drops by to share her insights on the creative process and how it connects us to the divine craftsmanship of God. Listen in as Annie helps us unpack the concept of 'ex nihilo'—the belief that God created everything from nothing—and what that tells us about His power and nature. So, grab your paintbrushes—or just your headphones—and let's...

Join us this week as we explore the unshakable goodness of God, an attribute that sets Him apart from all of creation. We're joined by Harmony, an Olympian, who reminds us that unlike human abilities, which can vary from day to day, God's goodness is always perfect and reliable. Helpful Definitions: ATTRIBUTE — A word that tells us what someone or something is like. INCOMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTES — Attributes that are only true of God. COMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTES — Attributes that can be true of God...

Listen in as we kick off Season 10 of God's Big Story with a journey into the attributes of God! We're thrilled to have our friend and theologian, Garrick, join us as we navigate through the nature of God, emphasizing that every discussion about Him makes us theologians in our own right. We're eager for you, our listeners, to grow in your understanding and love for God as we explore His divine characteristics this season. Helpful Definitions: ATTRIBUTE — A word that tells us what someone or...

Starting next week, we'll be discussing the attributes of God! Join Matt and Julie all season long as we teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some friends! ATTRIBUTE - a quality or characteristic that someone or something has. Attributes of God: Wise: God knows what is best. Generous: God gives what is best. Loving: God does what is best. Good: God is what is best. Unchanging: God never changes. Creator: God made everything. Holy: God is completely perfect...

Even though the Christmas decorations might be packed away, the story of Jesus' birth is a gift that keeps on giving. This episode unwraps the incredible news of Jesus' purpose to save sinners, and we have a lot of fun imagining the gifts the wise men might have brought. Remember how hard it was to wait for Christmas morning? That's nothing compared to the long wait God's people endured for the arrival of Jesus, the Savior promised to Adam and Eve. Don't miss this heartwarming conversation as...

Join Julie and Matt as they share one of the most important stories in the Bible - the birth of Jesus Christ. We also have our young listeners share their unique ways of celebrating Christmas, from making cookies to unwrapping presents. Remember, Christmas isn't just about presents and decorations, it's about celebrating the miraculous event of the Incarnation, the birth of Jesus, God becoming a person like us. But that's not all! We also reflect on the very first story in the Bible, the...

Join us as Julie and Matt take you through the enchanting and magical season of Christmas. Listen in as we get in the holiday spirit, share jokes, discuss traditions, and eagerly anticipate the joys of the season. This episode we question what "Advent" means and explore the importance of this season beyond the presents and decorations. But hold your holiday horses! We're not just talking presents and decorations here, we're journeying back to the biblical roots of Christmas. While we...

Listen in as we wrap up Season 9 of God's Big Story where we've taken a journey through the 10 Commandments. Matt and Julie celebrate by reciting all 10 commandments, which we've been memorizing throughout the season, and we're even inviting you to join us! From remembering the Sabbath to honoring our parents, we're so excited to have learned, loved, and lived by these commandments. Also, we're thrilled to have our good friend Jen Wilkin join us for this season finale! She's here to share her...