Kids Bible Stories

#410: Why Didn’t Jesus Follow Their Rules? - Mark Part 9

Scripture: Mark 2:18–28 In today’s episode, we continue our journey through the Gospel of Mark and hear Jesus answer some questions. Why weren’t His disciples fasting? Why did the Pharisees get upset when they picked grain on the Sabbath? And what was Jesus showing everyone about God’s law, grace, and what it really means to belong to Him? Kids will learn that Jesus did not come to patch up an old system. He came to bring something new. In this episode, kids will hear: * What fasting means * Why Jesus compared Himself to a bridegroom * What new wine and old wineskins mean * Why the Pharisees were upset about the Sabbath Key truth: Because we are accepted in Jesus, we obey out of love—not out of fear. Help Shape the Future of Kids Bible Stories If you are a free or paying member of the Family Library on Patreon, there is an important survey waiting for you. It only takes about two minutes, and your feedback really does help shape future decisions and changes here at Kids Bible Stories. You’ll find the survey link below. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Survey link [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH49YG5QmAjG_c-5kgzCiYO416lrpFljfTBz2AnZ96pDmp9w/viewform?usp=header] Want to support Kids Bible Stories? If this podcast has blessed your family and you’d like to play a part in helping it continue to reach children with God’s Word, there are 2 simple ways to support the ministry: 1.Join the Family Library on Patreon When you join, you’ll get access to weekly resources designed to help your family go deeper, including things like bonus content, parent resources, coloring pages, and more Join here: [https://patreon.com/Kidsbiblestories?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] 2. Give a one-time donation If you’d rather make a one-time gift, that is a wonderful way to help support the ongoing work and impact of Kids Bible Stories. Give here: [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=SYQFH42LC3MYA] Thank you for helping keep Kids Bible Stories going and growing for families all over the world.

Easter part 5 BONUS: A Rooster and a Second Chance

Luke 22:31-34, 54-62, & John 21:1-17 In today’s episode, we follow one of Jesus’ closest friends—Peter. From the quiet upper room, to the dark courtyard, and finally to breakfast on the beach, we’ll hear how Peter made a big promise to Jesus… and then broke it. But the story doesn’t end there. After Jesus rises from the dead, He lovingly gives Peter a second chance. This is a beautiful story of sadness, forgiveness, and hope—a reminder that Jesus never gives up on us, even when we mess up.   Big Ideas for Little Hearts: * Jesus knows we’ll make mistakes, but He still loves us deeply. * Peter denied Jesus three times, but Jesus forgave him and gave him a new job. * Seeing the risen Jesus changed Peter from afraid to brave! * No matter how far we run, Jesus welcomes us back and gives us a fresh start. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To join the team supporting this podcast and also enjoy weekly bonus content PLUS access to the entire library of bonus content  go here and click bonus content.  [https://www.kbspodcast.com/]  You’re not just funding a podcast. You’re helping bring the Word of God into homes, into car rides, into bedtime routines—and into the hearts of thousands of children.   From my family to yours, THANK YOU!  * To connect with us, go here. [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] * For our free Read-A-Loud pdf book go here. [https://www.kbspodcast.com/about-5]

Easter part 4: He's Not Here; He's Alive!

John 19, Matthew 28, Luke 23, & 1 Corinthians 15:55 In this powerful Easter episode, we continue our journey following the sorrow of the cross to the joy of the resurrection. Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus lovingly bury Jesus, and guards are posted at the tomb. But on the third day, something incredible happens—Jesus rises from the dead! With awe and joy, the women discover the empty tomb and meet Jesus alive again. Children are reminded that the cross was not the end—Jesus conquered sin and death, just like He said He would. Because He lives, we have forgiveness and hope! Thanks to today's wonderful guest, Whitney Newby!  She is the author of Lift Your Eyes and the founder of Brighter Day Press, a ministry that creates literature-rich, gospel-centered resources for family discipleship. Whitney lives in South Carolina with her husband and four children. You can find her on Instagram @brighterdaypress or https://brighterdaypress.com/ [https://brighterdaypress.com/] ---------------------------- To join the team supporting this podcast and also enjoy weekly bonus content PLUS access to the entire library of bonus content  go here and click bonus content.  [https://www.kbspodcast.com/]  You’re not just funding a podcast. You’re helping bring the Word of God into homes, into car rides, into bedtime routines—and into the hearts of thousands of children.   From my family to yours, THANK YOU!  * To connect with us, go here. [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] * For our free Read-A-Loud pdf book go here. [https://www.kbspodcast.com/about-5]

Easter part 3: The Saddest Day and the Greatest Gift

Matthew 27, John18 & 19 , &  Luke 23  I want to respect each listener's ages and levels of understanding, so I have adapted some of this for the needs of our audience. Please go back and read the scriptures yourselves to include what is appropriate for your family. We begin our story with Jesus speaking with Pilate and end with the crucifixion. The kids will hear: -The meaning of the torn veil (listen to episode #281 to go further) -This was God's plan; there were no mistakes, no surprises. Jesus chose to lay down His life, and by doing so, Jesus took the weight of every sin, past, present, and future. -It's not always as it seems. The cross is not the end of the story. We have hope because of what happened 3 days later! --------------------- To enjoy bonus content for the episodes which also supports us, go here [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] To connect with us go here [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] For our free read-a-loud pdf book get it free here [https://www.kbspodcast.com/]

Easter part 2: The Garden Where Jesus Talked to God

Matthew 26:36-56 We continue our Easter series.  I respect each listener's ages and levels of understanding, so I have adapted some of these for the needs of our audience. Please go back and read the scriptures yourselves to include what is appropriate for your family.  I will also encourage you to listen to all of the episodes in this Easter series in order, as the stories build upon themselves. It starts at Easter part 1. This story begins in the garden of Gethsemane and ends with Jesus being arrested. We remember that Jesus could have whispered 1 word and 100’s of angels would have appeared to rescue him BUT he didn’t do this. Why? Because He chose to. He chose to obey God b/c he loves God the father!!!! God’s plan had been there all along to rescue us b/c he loves us that much! The children will be reminded that Jesus is always in control and that He loves them very much! ------------------------------------- To enjoy the bonus content for this (coloring pages, and more) which also keeps this podcast free for 1,000's of families to access, go here. [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] To connect with us click here [https://www.kbspodcast.com/] For our FREE read-a-loud pdf book, go here [https://www.kbspodcast.com/about-5]