Money Storybook Bible Podcast: Teaching kids about money through Bible stories

Ep24: Purple snail robes (Acts 16)

Lydia was a rich businesswoman who made beautiful purple robes, but when she heard about Jesus, she decided to follow Him and use her home and business to help others. She didn’t need to leave everything—she learned she could serve God right where she was. Money lesson for kids: You don’t have to give up everything to honor God—just be generous and kind with what you already have, because it all belongs to Him.

Ep23: 75 pounds of spices (John 19)

Joseph gave Jesus his new tomb, and Nicodemus brought 75 pounds of spices—a gift great than any previous king. Even little Abigail gave her favorite necklace, showing that true love gives its best. Money lesson for kids: When we use what we have—big or small—to honor Jesus or help others, it’s never a waste; it becomes a gift that matters forever.

Ep22: Winning a used tunic (Matthew 27)

Troy was a Roman soldier who thought he was unlucky until he won Jesus’ tunic in a game after the crucifixion. But when he saw how Jesus forgave everyone, even while dying, Troy gave up the tunic and realized that knowing Jesus was worth more than any prize. Money lesson for kids: Winning something is nice, but giving it away to show love is even better—and that’s how we find true treasure.

Ep21: The smell of money (John 12)

Mary had a super special and expensive jar of perfume that reminded her of her dad, but when she realized how much Jesus loved her, she poured it out to show her love for Him. Even though others called it a waste, Jesus said it was a beautiful gift because it came from her heart. Money lesson for kids: When we give our most valuable things to honor Jesus or help others, it may look like a loss, but to God, it’s a gift worth more than money.

Ep20: Judas and the money bag (John 12)

Judas was given the job of taking care of Jesus’ money bag, but he forgot it belonged to Jesus and started using the money for himself. He stopped sharing and became greedy, and in the end, his selfish choices left him feeling empty and sad—like holding rotten figs. Money lesson for kids: When we remember that all our stuff really belongs to God, we learn to share and manage it with love instead of acting like everything is just for us.