Stories of a Faithful God for Kids: Kids Bible Stories

100: Wait No More! - God's Promises Arrive (Matthew 1)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +1000

Have you ever had to wait a long time for something? In the Old Testament, God made lots of wonderful promises. People had to wait a long time for them to come true. Thankfully, in Jesus, the waiting is over! Join Dave as he explores Matthew 1:1-17 and hear the wonderful new of the fulfillment of all God's promises.

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99. The Best Promise: Abraham and the Faithful God

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +1000

What is the best promise anyone has ever made to you? The promise we hear about in today's episode is even better than that! As people spread around the world in Genesis 11, they take their sin with them. Also, people are living shorter and shorter lives as the effect of sin takes hold. The world looks like its in a bad way. Thankfully, God makes a promise to a man named Abram. This promise will bring blessing to the whole world!

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98. A Tiny Tower and the Faithful God

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:08:00 +1000

Can God ever beat sin? After the flood, when people are still really sinful, it seems like the answer is no. When people try building a tower to equal God, though, he shows how easily he can stop them. Join Dave as he explores Genesis chapters 9-11.

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97. A Fresh Start: Noah and a New Creation

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:10:00 +1000

Have you ever felt like you needed a fresh start? Back near the beginning of the world, people had become really evil. Thankfully, God gave the world a fresh start through Noah. It didn't fix all the problems, though. To do that, God had another saviour in mind. Discover more as Dave explores Genesis 8-9.

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96. The Flood: When God Said Enough is Enough!

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:03:00 +1000

This is one of the saddest stories to ever happen in human history. God is super sad at all the sin in the world, and so he decides to deal with it with a giant flood. Strangely, it isn't the saddest story ever told. The saddest story, actually helps us have hope and a way out of the sadness. Discover what that is as Dave explores Genesis 6-7.

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95. A Tale of Two Families: Genesis 4-5

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1000

In life, there are two directions you can go. One leads to life in God, the other leads to evil and pain. In today's story, we see two families that go in very different directions, with very different results. Which direction will you choose? Join Dave as he continues to explore the faithful God in Genesis.

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94. Cain's Epic Fail: Genesis 4

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:47:00 +1000

Ever found yourself trying to hide something you did wrong? In this episode, we meet a man named Cain, who keeps doing one thing wrong after another. As it gets worse, he just tries to pretend like he hasn't done anything wrong. God can't be tricked, though. Find out what happens to him, and how we can do better as we explore Genesis chapter 4.

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93. The Snake, the Fruit, and a Whole Lot of Trouble: Genesis 3

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:57:00 +1000

What is sin? Some people think it isn't a big deal, but God tells us the truth. When he first made the world, everything was perfect. Everything went wrong, though, when the first people decided they didn't need God. Discover what happened, how we keep doing it, and what God's wonderful plans are for fixing it in this episode on Genesis 3.

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92. From Eden with Love: Understanding God's Marriage Plan

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +1000

Have you ever noticed how grown ups can find marriage hard? That wasn't the way things started out. When God made the first marriage in Genesis chapter 2, everything was perfect. God was being really kind to the first man and woman. Strangely, that marriage helps us to think about a marriage that every single follower of Jesus will be a part of.... even if they're kids! Join Dave for this exciting look at when God made the first man and the first woman.

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91. In the Beginning: The Power of the Faithful God

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:10:00 +1000

Can you make something just by speaking? God can. In fact, that's how he made the whole world! Find out just how powerful he is, and what that tells us about Jesus, in this first episode of our new series in Genesis.

See the video about creation here - https://youtu.be/lHQZcrUmqDY

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90. Simply the Best: The Goodness of a Faithful God

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:31:00 +1000

Do you treat God like he's the best, or like there are people and things better than him? In this episode, we see what happens when Israel sins so much, they're going to miss out on having God. Thankfully, there's someone in the camp who knows that there's no-one better than God, and he is going to ask for forgiveness for the people. Even that man, though, is not as good as someone who comes later. Join Dave as he explores Exodus 32-34.

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89. Sin in the Desert: How Quickly Can We Forget?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:55:00 +1000

Do you ever find it really easy to do the wrong thing? Today, we’re diving into a wild tale about how easily we can veer off the path and do the wrong thing, just like the Israelites did when Moses went up Mount Sinai. One minute they’re all about obeying God, and the next, they’re crafting a golden calf and throwing a wild party! Can you believe it? But it isn't just about them. It’s so easy for us to forget about what really matters, especially when things get a little hectic. Join Dave as he explores Exodus 32-33.

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88. Meeting at the Mountain: A (sort of) Wedding Party

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:55:00 +1000

Have you ever been to a wedding? What promises did the Bride and Groom make to each other? In today's episode, God and his people make big promises to each other. God comes down to meet his people at Mount Sinai and tells them how to obey him. He also promises to do wonderful things for them. How will the people respond? Join Dave as he explores the amazing events of Exodus 19-24.

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87. Trusting God: Lessons from the Israelites in the Desert

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +1000

Who do you trust to look after you? In this episode, we see some of the amazing things God does to look after the Israelites as they head towards Mt Sinai. They face problems from thirst, deadly Amalekites, and even silliness. Through it all, we see not only how he cares for them, but how he cares for all his people. Join Dave as he explores Exodus 17-18.

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86. Exodus Adventures: God’s Faithfulness in the Wilderness

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +1000

Today, we're diving into the second half of the Book of Exodus, where we see just how much God loves and cares for His people—even when they’re busy panicking over a lack of water and food! Remember how God pulled off those epic miracles to rescue the Israelites from Egypt? Well, spoiler alert: they still manage to doubt His care as they wander the desert. It’s like they forgot about the Red Sea moment! We’ll chat about how God sweetened bitter water and provided miraculous food from the sky! Through all their grumbling, God proves His faithfulness. And if he's faithful to the people he just saved from Egypt, how much more will he care for us when he's saved us from sin and death! So get ready and join Dave as he explores Exodus 15-16.

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Join the Journey: Supporting Dave's Ministry

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:30:00 +1000

Andy Martin and Priscilla Colgan invite listeners to consider supporting Dave's podcasting ministry, which focuses on sharing stories of a faithful God, especially for children. They emphasize the unique and beneficial nature of Dave's podcasts, which not only delve into scripture but also present it in an engaging and relatable manner. Both Andy and Priscilla reflect on their personal experiences with Dave's ministry, highlighting how impactful it has been for their families and their own spiritual journeys. They passionately argue that contributing to this ministry is not just an act of generosity, but a way to ensure that these valuable teachings remain accessible to a global audience. Ultimately, they encourage everyone to think about how they can support this meaningful work, reinforcing the joy that comes from giving to gospel ministry.

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85. God vs Goliath: How God Saved His People

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +1000

When you need a savior, you need someone whose power matches the problem, and that’s exactly what we’re diving into today! Israel is facing a giant problem - a warrior named Goliath. No one in Israel's army, not even King Saul, trusts God enough to attack this Philistine enemy. Imagine their surprise when David, someone too young to even be in the army, says he'll take on the fight! David is able to be brave because he knows that he has a mighty saviour. How God saves David will help us see how God saved Jesus, and by doing that saved everyone who trusts him! So strap on your armour and get ready for the wildest battle in the Old Testament as Dave explores 1 Samuel 17.

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84. An Unexpected King: The Surprising Plans of a Faithful God!

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:35:00 +1000

Ever thought about who you'd trust to map out your life? Spoiler alert: it probably wouldn’t be a newborn baby or your pet goldfish! In this episode, we dive into the story of how God chose a surprising new king for Israel, David—who was so overlooked, he was left behind to tend sheep while his brothers strutted their stuff. We explore how sometimes, what seems like the perfect plan to us might not be what God has in mind. Through the ups and downs of kingship, we see that God’s choices can be unexpected, but they’re always the best. So, buckle up as we unpack 1 Samuel 16 and discover how David, the underdog, became the savior that no one saw coming!

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83. A Royal Mess: The King Who Didn't Listen to God (1 Samuel 15)

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:37:00 +1000

Get ready to dive into a wild story where obedience takes center stage! We’re chatting about King Saul and the consequences of not listening to God—yep, it’s a big deal! Picture a firefighter thinking they’re invincible and skipping out on safety gear; that’s Saul ignoring God’s commands. He was given a mission to wipe out the Amalekites, but instead, he kept the king alive and pocketed the best sheep for himself. Spoiler alert: God wasn’t happy about that! Join us as we explore the importance of listening to God, the pitfalls of making excuses, and how this ties into the bigger picture of God’s plan for His people. Buckle up, it’s gonna be a fun ride!

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82. Leaders: The Good, The Bad, and The Honey!

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +1000

Ever wondered what makes a great leader? Well, today's story dives deep into the wild world of leadership with a twist that’ll have you shaking your head! We’re talking about King Saul and his not-so-great decisions that led to some seriously hungry soldiers—yikes! Picture this: a bunch of tired warriors in the heat of battle, surrounded by delicious honey, but they can’t eat a bite because of a silly promise Saul made. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t end well for him, but it gives us a chance to chat about the real King we can trust—King Jesus, who always knows what’s best for us. So grab some honey and tune in as we explore the ups and downs of leadership and the true meaning of being a good king! This story is taken from 1 Samuel 14.

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81. From Hiding to Victory: Trusting God in Tough Times!

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:18:00 +1000

Today, we’re diving into a wild tale that shows the power of God when everything seems impossible! Imagine being the Israelites, staring down a massive Philistine army that looks more like a scene from a monster movie than a battle. But fear not, because there’s one brave soul named Jonathan who remembers that with God on your side, even the odds can be flipped upside down! We’ll chat about how trusting God can turn a scary situation into an epic victory. So grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let’s see how trusting God gives us courage even through the toughest challenges. This story is from 1 Samuel 13-14.

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Bonus: Meet Kate Morris and our New Podcast

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +1000

In this bonus episode, we meet Kate Morris - Kate is a writer, speaker, and educator who supports families with neurodivergent children. She has served in children’s ministry as a cross-cultural worker in France, and now lives in Sydney with her husband and three children, including two who are neurodivergent. Kate combines her background in education and biblical studies with further study in neurodivergence to equip families and churches with practical, Bible-shaped resources.

You can read her Substack articles here at An Extraordinary Normal: Faith, Family and Neurodivergence

You can listen to our new podcast, Neurodivergence, Family and Faith, on your listening app or here.

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80. Tough Love: When God Says What We Need to Hear

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:00:00 +1000

Ever been called out for doing something naughty? Yeah, me too! This episode dives right into that awkward moment when someone has to give you the serious talk about your mischief. But here's the kicker: when someone cares enough to point out our mistakes, it's usually because they truly want the best for us. We’re chatting about how God, in His infinite wisdom, approaches the Israelites with some tough love, reminding them of their history and how they’ve strayed from His guidance. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, but what we learn here is that even when we mess up, God’s love and forgiveness are right there waiting for us. So, grab your headphones and get comfy as we explore 1 Samuel 12.

79: Hiding Behind the Baggage: Where's Our Mighty King?

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +1000

Get ready to dive into the heart of true strength! Today, we're unpacking an awesome lesson about where real power comes from, and spoiler alert: it’s not just about muscles or looking tough! We chat about King Saul, who, despite being chosen as the first human king of Israel, had a bit of a rocky start—hiding behind baggage like a kid avoiding chores. We’ll explore how the Bible shows us that God’s power shines through those who are weak . Plus, we’ll have some laughs along the way as we uncover the twists and turns of Saul's journey from a timid farmer to a king who learns that true strength comes from relying on God. Buckle up for a fun ride filled with stories, giggles, and some serious insights!

Takeaways:

In the podcast, we discussed how true strength isn't about muscles or power, but understanding who the real source of strength is.
We learned that even when Saul looked like a powerful king, he hid in fear, showing that appearances can be deceiving.
The story emphasized that while human leaders may seem strong, it's God who truly saves and empowers His people.
Despite Saul's initial hesitation and fear, he eventually became a courageous leader when empowered by God.
This episode highlighted how God's strength is often displayed through those who appear weak, making His power even more evident.
We wrapped up by reminding listeners that real power comes from God, and we should seek to point others to Him rather than ourselves.

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78. From Donkeys to Destiny: God's Kindness When Others are Cruel

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:40:00 +1000

When you've been mean to someone, how do you expect them to treat you back? Probably not very well. For God, though, other people's cruelty to him doesn't stop him from showing his faithful kindness to them. In this episode, discover how one unimportant man's search for donkeys leads to a discovery of just how kind God will be to his people, and us! Join Dave as he explores 1 Samuel 9-10.

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77. The Great King Swap: An Epic Fail!

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:20:00 +1000

Would you trade the best just to get something not as good? In today's story, we hear how the Israelites had the ultimate king, but still wanted to trade Him for someone less awesome. They thought having a human king would be all sparkles and rainbows, but it’s more like a slippery slope into regret. As Dave shares the tale of Samuel and the Israelites, he highlights how the Israelites missed the memo on having the best king ever – God Himself! The episode wraps with a reminder that trading what’s perfect for something lesser can lead to some serious “oops” moments, so stick with the King who’s got your back! Enjoy hearing this story from 1 Samuel 8.

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76. Real Repentance - 1 Samuel 7

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:00:00 +1000

What is the right way to treat God? How does he want us to treat him. For years the Israelites treated him as a thing to be used or feared while they worshipped other, pretend gods. Now, they've realised their mistake. They want to come back to God and serve him properly. Their new trust in him is about to be tested though. The Philistines are coming, and they're not happy! Join Dave as he explores what it looks like to turn away from sin and back to God.

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75. God is No Loser: 1 Samuel 5-6

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:20:00 +1000

It looks like God has lost. Israel has been defeated, the Ark has been stolen, and the Philistines have put it in the temple of their god Dagon. Looking like God has lost, though, is very different to God actually losing, and the Philistines are about to learn a very important lesson about who the real God is. Join Dave as he explores these amazing chapters of 1 Samuel, and discover how God's greatest victories come when he looks like he's lost.

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74: God is No Tool: 1 Samuel 4

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:20:00 +1000

War has come to Israel, and they're not doing well. As they think about what the problem might be, they decide they really needs God's help. Unfortunately, the way they go about it has nothing to do with treating God as God. Join Dave as he explores how the Israelites tried to use God like a tool from the shed, and learn how we can do better.

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73. A Midnight Message - God Saves the Day (Again!)

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:30:00 +1000

Do you ever feel like evil is winning? That's how it might have felt in Samuel's day. Evil people were in charge of Israel, and they even stopped the people from worshipping God properly! All the time, though, God was getting ready to replace them with a much better leader. Join Dave as he explores 1 Samuel 2 and 3, and discover how God works in surprising ways to make his good plans work.

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72. The Joy of Having God: The Beginning of 1 Samuel

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +1000

What do you do when you're feeling sad or hurt? Do you get angry? Do you throw things? Do you pretend everything is fine? As we begin the story of 1 Samuel, we meet a lady is is very, very sad. She doesn't hide it or get angry. Instead, she goes to the one person who can help her. She goes to God, and in him, she finds real joy. Join Dave as we begin our journey through 1 Samuel and see the many ways God saves and cares for his people.

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71. Unanswered Questions: One Last Helping Hand in the Gospel of John

Wed, 21 May 2025 18:45:00 +1000

We thought the Gospel of John was over, but there are still a few last things we need to hear. Is Jesus really alive? Will Jesus really be kind to a sinful man like Peter? And, a bit more weirdly, will John stay alive until Jesus comes back? Join Dave as he explores the final chapter of John's Gospel and the wonderful things God has to teach us.

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70. Resurrection: Life for Everyone who Believes

Fri, 09 May 2025 15:07:00 +1000

It had seemed impossible, and so the disciples had not believed that Jesus could rise from the dead. Something happened, though, to change them from unbelievers to believers. As it happened, Jesus changed them from sad, scared followers to brave tellers of the good news - that if you believe in Jesus you can have life forever! Join Dave as we discover what the disciples saw and heard, and why we should believe in Jesus just like them.

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69. A Family Like No Other: Joining God’s Eternal Family

Tue, 06 May 2025 20:00:00 +1000

Everything seemed dark, cold and sad. Jesus was dead, and they thought they would never see him again. When Mary arrived at the tomb, though, she discovered something that no-one expected. It was a discovery of the greatest kindness that God has ever given. Join Dave as he explores the amazing first few hours of Jesus' resurrection from John 20.

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68. Promises Kept: The Story of Jesus and His Death

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:35:00 +1000

For a long time, people could have thought that God could not be trusted. They had to wait a long time for his promises to be kept. In Jesus, though, all his promises come true. That's especially seen in the remarkable death of Jesus. Join Dave as he explores the remarkable events of Good Friday, and how God's faithful kindness, mercy and love are shown at the cross.

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67. Unmasking Sin: Jesus on Trial on Good Friday

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:17:00 +1000

We're all in danger. There's something inside us that makes us act in awful and foolish ways. The danger comes from our sin. In this episode, Jesus is confronted by sinful people who are doing very silly things, all because they don't want to listen to God. Its a very sad event, but it also has the best news possible. Join Dave as he explores Jesus on trial from John's Gospel.

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66. Denial in the Darkness: Peter, Jesus and Words of Truth

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 20:44:00 +1000

Its a cold night. Jesus has been arrested and evil people are trying to twist the truth to get their own way. Bravely, Peter has followed behind and is standing outside, waiting to find out what will happen. Its a scary moment for him. Will he be able to stick to the truth even when things seem really bad? Find out with Dave as he continues to explore the events leading up to Jesus' death from John's Gospel.

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65. The Arrest of Jesus: Who's Really in Charge?

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:36:00 +1000

Its late at night. The betrayer has done his evil work. A mob of armed soldiers and guards have come to arrest Jesus. With all their power, you'd expect them to be in control of the situation. But if they are, why are they falling flat on their faces? Join Dave as he explores John 18:1-11, and discover why, even in his arrest, Jesus is the one in charge.

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64. The Way to Know God - John 14:5-31

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:30:00 +1000

Jesus tells his disciples that they know the way to where he is going. But they don't know where he's going. They don't think they know the way. They have no idea what Jesus is talking about! As he explains, they discover that God is more wonderful, more weird, and more amazing than they've ever imagined. Join Dave as he explores Jesus' amazing words, and discover just how wonderful God is.

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63: Don’t Let Your Hearts Be Troubled - John 13-14

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:30:00 +1000

The disciples' hearts are troubled. Jesus has announced that one of them is about to betray him. He's also said that he's leaving them, and they can not follow. They are confused and worried, and they think Jesus is giving them the worst news in the world. Thankfully, Jesus has a plan that is actually the best news in the world. He works to comfort them, and by looking at what he tells them, we too can be comforted. Join Dave as he explores these remarkable words from Jesus on the night before he died.

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62. Washing Feet: How to be like Jesus - John 13a

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +1000

Jesus has all the power in the world. What will he do with it? In just a few hours, Jesus is going to be betrayed, arrested and killed. He takes the time, though, to prepare his disciples to live as his followers into the future. He does it by doing something pretty gross. Its something no-one would expect a king to do. Discover more about how to be a follower of Jesus as Dave explores John 13:1-20.

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61. Pizza Party or Game Time? John 12b

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:27:00 +1000

Jesus is coming to the end of his time preaching and teaching to large crowds. His time to do something enormous has come. Its also time for the crowds to respond to Jesus well. What will they do? What will we do? Will we understand the time we're in? Join Dave as he explores the second half of John chapter 12.

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60. Joy and Sadness in Jesus' Final Days: John 12a

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:20:00 +1000

Jesus' coming crucifixion is the saddest and happiest event un the universe, but sometimes its hard to feel what all the fuss is about. This episode starts our exploration of the second half of the Gospel of John, right after Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. We get to see the powerful reactions of those around Him, including the joyous act of devotion by Lazarus' sister, Mary. However, not everything is happy. A betrayer is grumbling in the corner and the leaders still want to kill Jesus, even as Jesus rides into Jerusalem as the king who brings peace. Join Dave as he explores the first half of John chapter 12.

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59. Better Than We Imagined: Ruth, Naomi and the Faithful God Part 4

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 21:55:00 +1000

The book of Ruth started with Naomi feeling like God had turned against her. In this episode, we see God's final answer to that. We discover how God has had good plans for Naomi all along, and that those plans actually reach all the world. Join Dave as he explores Ruth 4.

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58. Good and Faithful: Ruth Naomi and the Faithful God Part 3

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:55:00 +1000

What do you look for in a good saviour? The ability to rush into a burning building? Great swimming skills? A strange habit of kissing frogs? Ruth and Naomi need a saviour, and they think they have the right person in mind. Will he do the right thing, though? Will he save them as they hope? Find out in this episode as Dave explores Ruth chapter 3.

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57. Blessing After Blessing: Ruth, Naomi and the Faithful God Part 2

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +1000

Naomi had thought that God was against her. She was poor, sad and alone (she thought). In the second chapter of Ruth, though, God pours out blessing after blessing so that, in the end, she has to see his kindness. Join Dave as he explores Ruth 2 and see how God can work through everyday events to do amazing things.

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56. Bitter and Blessed? Ruth, Naomi and the Faithful God Part 1

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +1000

Naomi faces sadness and bitterness after the death of her husband and sons. Despite thinking that God is against her, Naomi heads back to Israel with her daughter-in-law Ruth. As they go, the question that hangs over everything is... "will show kindness to Naomi again?" Join Dave as he explores Ruth chapter 1.

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55. Into the Lions' Den: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 7

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Imagine being so good at trusting and serving God that people want to kill you for it. This is exactly what happens to Daniel. So should he keep trusting and serving God, or should he just do what the evil people want him to do? Is God worth serving if its going to be so hard? Find out as Dave explores Daniel chapter 6.

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54. Writing on the Wall: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 6

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:32:00 +1000

There's a new king on town. God's given him lots of opportunities to learn wonderful things. Instead, King Belshazzar teases God. Everything changes, though, when a mysterious hand appears and starts writing on the wall. Join Dave as he explores Daniel chapter 5.

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53. Tumbling Tree: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 5

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:56:00 +1000

Nebuchadnezzar seems pretty great. In fact, he thinks he's the greatest in all the world. He also thinks that he got all this greatness by how own power. Then one night, he has a dream that terrifies him. God is about to teach him, and us, a really important lesson. Join Dave as he explores Daniel Chapter 4.

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52. All Fired Up: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 4

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 16:20:00 +1000

King Nebuchadnezzar thinks that he's super powerful. He thinks that if he wants to punish you, no-one can save you. Not even your God! When Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego refuse to obey him and worship a statue, the king gets really fired up. Perhaps, though, he's not as powerful as he thinks. Join Dave as he explores Daniel 3.

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51. Forever Kingdom: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 3

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:25:00 +1000

What is the most powerful country or kingdom that has ever existed? Lots of kingdoms think they're pretty amazing. God shows King Nebuchadnezzar, though, that a kingdom was coming that is more amazing and more powerful than all the other kingdoms in the world. Join Dave as he explores the second half of Daniel chapter 2.

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50. Dangerous Dream: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 2

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:10:00 +1000

King Nebuchadnezzar has a secret. Unfortunately, he can't understand the secret. He wants all his wise men to tell him the secret and what it means or he'll have them killed. That includes Daniel and his three friends! Who can help them know this secret? Find out as Dave explores the first half of Daniel 2.

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49. A Tricky Meal: Daniel and the Faithful God Part 1

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:10:00 +1000

Daniel and his friends have been ripped from their homeland, made to learn a new language, and even given new names! They have to do something to show that they still belong to their God. But what? Find out as Dave explores Daniel chapter 1.

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48. God's Good Plan: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 17

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +1000

Can God's good plans be stopped by evil people? Jesus has just done something amazing, but there are people who still just want to kill him. In fact, they start making plans so that the job is done properly. Thankfully, God is able to use their evil plan for good. Join Dave for the last episode in this John series as he explores John 11:45-57

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47. A Wonderful Ending: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 16

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:50:00 +1000

The last episode ended on a cliffhanger. Why was Jesus doing what he was doing? Why was that the loving thing to do? Thankfully, Jesus has a plan. Join Dave as he explores John 11:17-44.

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46. A Strange Love: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 15

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +1000

Sometimes, caring for someone can be really hard. Sometimes you have to do really hard things. In this episode, Jesus does something very hard and very strange in order to show his love and care. Join Dave as he explores John 11:1-16.

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45. The Good Shepherd: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 14

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:45:00 +1000

How can you tell if Jesus really cares for you? Can he be trusted to look after us, even when its tough to believe in him. In today's episode Jesus shows how good he really is. Join Dave as he explores John chapter 10.

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44. Brave Believer: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 13

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:30:00 +1000

How brave do you need to be to believe the truth? In today's story, Jesus meets a man who was born blind. When Jesus heals him, he suddenly has a choice to make. Bravely believe in Jesus, the one who's saved him, or be quiet and do what evil people are telling him to do. Find out what he does as Dave explores John 9.

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43. Light of the World: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 12

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:55:00 +1000

When you live in the darkness, how can you tell what's true and what's a lie? What you really need is for someone to shine a light into that darkness and show you that truth. Thankfully, Jesus says he is the Light of the world. Join Dave as he explores what Jesus means in John 8.

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42. Honest Investigators: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 11

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 14:35:00 +1000

Some people who ask questions about Jesus really want to know the answers. They're honestly investigating Jesus. Others don't care about the answers at all. They're just using their questions to hide from the truth. In this episode, Jesus speaks to a lot of people who don't seem that honest. Join Dave as he explores John chapter 7.

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41. Bread of Life: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 10

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

If Jesus miraculously feeds thousands of people, why would they become grumpy with him? We would never become grumpy like that. Or would we? Join Dave as he explores John chapter 6.

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40. The Good Worker: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 9

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

A man has been sick for 38 years! He doesn't have any hope or any helpers. But then Jesus arrives. What he does for the man is amazing, but it makes some people really angry. Join Dave as he explores John 5.

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39. A Desperate Dad: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 8

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:07:00 +1000

A lot of people seem to be believing in Jesus. But why are they believing? Is it a belief that will last? As we're thinking about that, a desperate dad runs up to Jesus and begs him to come. His son is dying! What will Jesus do?

Find out as we explore John 4:46-54

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38. Living Water: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 7

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Do you see people the way Jesus sees people? In today's episode, Jesus meets a woman and sees what she really needs. He also tries to teach his disciples to see what people really need. Join Dave as he explores John 4:1-42.

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37. Born Again: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 6

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +1000

When we were first born, we were born into a huge family. Unfortunately, that family has a very big problem. Jesus says that what we really need is to be born again. What can that possibly mean? Join Dave as he explores John chapter 3 to find out.

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36. Tricky Temple: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 5

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:50:00 +1000

You'd think that Jesus would be really excited to go to the temple. When he gets there, though, he becomes really angry. Find out why in this episode as Dave explores John 2:12-23

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35. A Glorious Wedding: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 4

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +1000

A wedding is meant to be a lovely occasion. Things don't always go to plan, though. Of course... if things do go wrong... you'd want somewhere there who's glorious power and kindness is enough to fix the situation. Join Dave as we explore John 2:1-11.

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34. Good News: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 3

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +1000

When you've got some good news you usually can't wait to tell other people. In this episode, we meet a bunch of people who can't wait to tell someone who they think Jesus is. Join Dave as he explores John 1:29-50.

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33. Following the Clues: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 2

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Wouldn't it be terrible to miss the arrival of the most important person in the universe? Thankfully, the faithful God has provided all the clues we need to know who this mystery person is. Join Dave as he explores John 1:19-34.

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32. Seeing God: Jesus and John's Gospel Part 1

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 06:01:00 +1000

If God is invisible, how can you know he's really there? What if he came down to earth and actually became a human? As we start this new series in John's Gospel, we hear how God the Son did something amazing that would change the world forever.

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Bonus #1: The Effective Ministry Podcast

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:25:00 +1000

I was recently interviewed on The Effective Ministry Podcast - a podcast aimed at helping people minister to youth and children well. I've put it here on this feed for your interest, and also to commend The Effective Ministry Podcast to anyone involved in helping Kids and Teens know about Jesus.

You can find The Effective Ministry Podcast on your listening app and also here.

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31. The Fighting God: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 16

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:05:00 +1000

The Israelites are panicking! They're trapped between the sea and the mighty Egyptian army. They have forgotten how powerful their God is! But God is a warrior, and he is about to fight for them. Join Dave as he explores Exodus 14-15 in the final episode in this series on Exodus.

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30. Courage! Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 15

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:10:00 +1000

A battle is coming! God still has a lesson to teach the Egyptians, and so he has Pharaoh call out all his chariots and soldiers. They're charging across the desert. Will the Israelites have courage and trust God? Find out as we explore Exodus 13-14.

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29. Truth Teller: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 14

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:30:00 +1000

God has made lots of promises throughout Exodus. Suddenly, they all come true so quickly it will knock your socks off! Join Dave as he explores Exodus chapter 12.

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28. Party Prep: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 13

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 01:15:00 +1000

After being in Egypt for over 400 years, salvation is about to happen! How do you get ready for that? What do you wear? What's it got to do with the future? Find out all this and more as Dave explores Exodus 11-12.

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27. Tough Kindness: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God part 12

Thu, 30 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Sometimes, people need a little bit of pain to save them from much bigger pain later. As we explore Exodus 9 and 10, we'll see how God's tough kindness means that more people can be saved. The episode also has an extra at the end, celebrating the first 90 days of Stories of a Faithful God and Stories of a Faithful God for Kids. This section was originally recorded for Stories of a Faithful God.

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26. Protecting His People: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 11

Tue, 28 May 2024 17:45:00 +1000

Pharaoh thinks of himself as a god, but can he protect his people in the way that the God of Israel can? Find out as we explore Exodus chapters 8 and 9.

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25. Frogs and Gnats: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 10

Fri, 24 May 2024 13:15:00 +1000

The plagues continue as Pharaoh refuses to let God's people go, the pesky magicians are starting to learn who's boss, and God is just getting warmed up. Join Dave as we explore Exodus chapter 8.

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24. Not Hapi: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God part 9

Thu, 23 May 2024 11:45:00 +1000

Pharaoh has said that he won't let God's people go. He doesn't know or understand who he's dealing with, but God's going to show him with the 10 most amazing, powerful signs he'd done since he first made the world. Join us as we explore Exodus chapter 7.

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23. Never Gives Up: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 8

Tue, 14 May 2024 15:15:00 +1000

Pharaoh ignores God, the Israelites forget about God and Moses blames God! For most of us, that would be the time to give up on them. God is different, though. Discover how as we explore Exodus 6:10-7:13.

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22. Forgetful Followers: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 7

Wed, 08 May 2024 14:15:00 +1000

Moses and the Israelites had been so excited by God and his plans to save them. The moment that things were painful, they forgot everything that they needed to remember. Get ready to remember the most important things as we explore Exodus 5:1-6:10

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21. Not a Teddy Bear: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 6

Fri, 03 May 2024 15:30:00 +1000

Imagine treating God like he has no power, he doesn't care what we do, and like we don't have to listen to him. That's what the Egyptians, and even Moses, have done. Do you ever do that? Think about this and more as we explore Exodus 4:18-31.

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20. Not About You! Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 5

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

God's come to rescue his people. He's going to use Moses to speak to Pharaoh and the Israelites. There's just one problem. Moses doesn't want to go! Find out what God says to him as we explore the first half of Exodus 4.

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19. "I Have Come!" Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 4

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:45:00 +1000

When everything seems lost and it seems like no-one can help, the most powerful promise keeper who cares for his people arrives, and that changes everything. Hear about an amazing arrival as we explore Exodus chapter 3.

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18. What about the Plan? Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 3

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Everything seemed to be going well. It looked like God had put Moses in the perfect position to save his people. So what does it mean for God's plan when everything changes? Find out as we explore Exodus 2:11-25.

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17. Deadly Danger: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 2

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

A mother is desperate to save her son as the Egyptians try to get rid of the Hebrew boys. When everything seems lost, Can God turn things around? Find out as we explore Exodus chapter 2:1-10.

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16. A Failing Pharaoh: Moses, Pharaoh and the Faithful God Part 1

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +1000

Pharaoh is scared of what God is doing. Every time he tries to stop God's plans, God keeps winning. Join Dave for the first of this exciting new series on Exodus.

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15. A Grumpy Prophet: Jonah and the Faithful God Part 4

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:15:00 +1000

Does God being really kind and compassionate make you really grumpy? It certainly did for Jonah, so God decided to teach him a little lesson. Join Dave as he retells Jonah chapter 4; a passage that a lot of kids Bibles seem to skip, but which explains the whole story of Jonah.

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14. A Powerful Word: Jonah and the Faithful God part 3

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

God has powerfully saved Jonah and powerfully brought Jonah to Nineveh. What will happen when Jonah tells the Ninevites God's powerful word? Join Dave as he tells the unexpected story of Jonah chapter 3.

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13. Faithful Forever - Easter Special Part 6

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Jesus was the only one who expected God to raise him to life. When it happened just like he said it would, he invited all who would follow him into the greatest joy, family and life we could ever hope for. Join Dave as he retells the final part of this Easter special from Matthew 28.

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12. The Faithful Saviour - Easter Special Part 5

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Just before his death, Jesus calls out words that sound like utter despair. When you look a little closer, though, you see that they are words driven by faith and hope in the faithful God. Join Dave as he explores the last few moments before Jesus' death in the 5th of 6 special Easter episodes.

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11. The Unfaithful Leaders - Easter Special Part 4

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

God had told the people what Jesus would do when he arrived throughout the Old Testament. Still, the leaders refused to pay attention to the signs. Instead, they were bent on murder and were happy to justify any means to get it. Join Dave in the 4th of 6 special Easter episodes.

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10. The Unfaithful Friends - Easter Special Part 3

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

The disciples were shocked and their pride was injured. How could Jesus say that they would fall away? Peter, especially, has something to prove. Join Dave in the 3rd of 6 special Easter episodes.

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9. The Faithful Son - Easter Special Part 2

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

All creation holds its breath in a moment where history hangs in the balance. Join Dave in the garden of Gethsemane in the 2nd of 6 special Easter episodes.

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8. The Son Who had Faith - Easter Special Part 1

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Something that every human has in common is a failure to trust the faithful God. So what will happen when someone turns up who trusts him completely? Join Dave every day this week and rediscover the wonder of the Easter Story.

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7. The Singing Prophet: Jonah and the Faithful God Part 2

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:30:00 +1000

Jonah tried to run away from God. Now, God gives him exactly what he wants, but Jonah is not very excited about it. Join Dave as he retells the very fishy story of Jonah chapter 2.

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6. Running Away? Jonah and the Faithful God Part 1

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1000

The prophets of God in the Old Testament were heroes, right? So what would you think if one of them tried to run away from God? Join Dave as he retells the very strange story of the worst prophet in the whole Bible. This is part 1 of 4.

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5. Has God failed? Elijah, Ahab and the Faithful God Part 5

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +1000

The people have seen God's power, the rain has come, everything seems great... or does it? Could it be that, after all God's done, people still don't want to trust him?

Join Dave as he retells the Bible story from 1 Kings 18:40-19:18 in the last of a 5 part series looking at what God did through Elijah.

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4. The real God: Elijah, Ahab and the Faithful God Part 4

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +1000

Baal and the LORD God of Israel are going to have a competition to discover which one is the real God. Will the Israelites accept the result? Is Baal on the toilet? How do you make fire after soaking everything in water. Find out all this and more!

Join Dave as he retells the Bible story from 1 Kings 18:20-39 in the 4th of a 5 part series looking at what God did through Elijah.

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3. Fearful Times: Elijah, Ahab and the Faithful God Part 3

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +1000

Its time for Elijah to return to Israel. How will people react? Is anyone still trusting God? What will Ahab do?

Join Dave as he retells the Bible story from 1 Kings 18:1-19 in the 3rd of a 5 part series looking at what God did through Elijah.

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2. Stayin' Alive: Elijah, Ahab and the Faithful God Part 2

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +1000

God has faithfully kept his word and there has been no rain. God sends Elijah to live with a family on the edge of disaster. Will he look after them? Will they survive the drought?

Join Dave as he retells the Bible Story from 1 Kings 17:7-24 in the 2nd of a 5 part series looking at what God did through Elijah.

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1. Raven' Mad: Elijah, Ahab and the Faithful God Part 1

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +1000

A new king has come to power in Israel, fake gods are being worshipped, and the true God's prophet is being fed by... ravens?? What is God doing? Will he be faithful? Will Elijah get food poisoning? Find out in this first ever episode of Stories of a Faithful God for Kids. Join Dave as he retells the Bible story from 1 Kings 16:29-17:7 in the first of a 5 part series looking at what God does through Elijah.

Trailer: Stories of a Faithful God for Kids

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +1000

Would you trust God even if it meant you'd be fed to lions? What about if it meant being fed by birds? This new show explores the stories of the Bible for kids to discover that God really is faithful and can be trusted always. In the trailer, preacher, pastor and primary teacher Dave Whittingham lets you know all about this new weekly podcast.

If you want to contact Dave, you can through the website, faithfulgod.net (coming soon) or send him an email at dave@faithfulgod.net

Make sure the adults around you know about the sister podcast, Stories of a Faithful God.