Best Keys For Kids Ministries Podcasts (2024)

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Fear on the Lake 4:51

4h ago4:51

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READ: MATTHEW 1:23; 28:20; MARK 6:45-54; EPHESIANS 4:2 As I stood at the lake’s edge, I was observing a genuine SOS moment. A young family member—I’ll call him Ford—had just received a kayak for his tenth birthday. He loved to be on the water, so a kayak seemed a fitting gift for him. Since our party took place near a small lake, the family gathere…

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A Reason to Celebrate

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Bible Reading: John 8:31-36 "Grandpa, look at that one!" exclaimed Easton as a burst of colorful sparks filled the air. He watched in awe as the twirling sparks wove patterns of color in the sky as they made their way down to the earth. "It's the best one yet." The fireworks display was spectacular. Amid ohs and ahs from the crowd, a variety of red…

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Just Take It

1d ago

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Bible Reading: Romans 4:5-8; Ephesians 2:8-9 "Gotcha!" Eli shouted as he took another of Adrian's game pieces off the board. Adrian groaned, then gave Eli a playful shove. "Adrian," said Eli's mom as she came into the room, "you're welcome to stay for dinner if you'd like. I'm making roast chicken and biscuits." "Really? Thanks!" said Adrian. "I lo…

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The Power of Saying "Thank You" 4:55

1d ago4:55

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READ: PSALM 116; LUKE 17:11-19; REVELATION 4:6-11 Have you ever considered how much difference the words “thank you” can make? The Samaritan healed of leprosy in Luke 17 seemed to know the power of these words. While on the way to Jerusalem, Jesus met a group of ten men who were social outcasts because of the leprosy that had deformed their bodies.…

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Fantasy Football Fellowship 2024 Season Preview | 5 Players to Draft, Not Draft, and Not Sure About 33:53

1d ago33:53

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In this year's "Season Preview", Bryce Johnson gets you primed and ready to succeed this fantasy season. Topics discussed in this episode include: How to bring purpose and meaning to your fantasy league this season! Five players that Bryce is convinced will thrive this season. Five players Bryce is looking to avoid in this year's drafts. Five guys …

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Sweeter Than Choco-Cakes

2d ago

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Bible Reading: Psalm 119:97-104 Gabriella read Mom's grocery list as she walked down the familiar aisles at the store. Out of the corner of her eye, she saw a box of chocolate cream-filled snack cakes sitting on the shelf, and her mouth watered. I wish Mom had put Choco-Cakes on this list, she thought. As she walked back to the produce section, Gab…

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Chapel Visitors 5:06

2d ago5:06

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READ: LUKE 5:27-32; 18:9-17; ROMANS 5:6-11; 1 JOHN 2:1 The small chapel was an inconspicuous building tucked along a side street off of Main. The leaders on the mission trip hadn’t mentioned the little church, but they had told the students it was okay to explore the area in the evening after dinner as long as they stayed in pairs and didn’t go too…

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073 | When to Quit (And When to Stay) 23:06

2d ago23:06

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Description: In this episode, Sam and Ryan discuss the challenge of deciding when to continue or leave a ministry position. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to bring Cross Formed Kids…

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The Relay Race

3d ago

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Bible Reading: Hebrews 11:17-29 Dimitri stood in place on the race track, alert and ready to spring into action for the final lap of the relay race. When his teammate passed him the baton, Dimitri sprinted down the track and was soon at full speed. Pushing himself to his limit, he zoomed ahead of his opponent. They were a full yard apart by the end…

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A Place in This World 4:50

3d ago4:50

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READ: PSALM 139; PROVERBS 3:1-6 When you feel like you don’t have a place in this world because you don’t think you’re as talented as others or you aren’t sure what to do with your life, remember that God made you. God doesn’t make mistakes. When He created you, He knew what He was doing. He knew just who you would be. You don’t have to worry about…

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A Bit of Beauty

4d ago

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Bible Reading: Isaiah 43:1-5; Hebrews 4:14-16 As Noel stood near the visitor center on Trail Ridge Road, she could see patches of snow far up on the mountainsides. The few trees in the area above the timberline had been dwarfed and twisted by the icy winds of winter. But summer had come, and tiny white and yellow flowers were waving their bright he…

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It Is God 4:17

4d ago4:17

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READ: JOHN 14:12-21; 15:1-17 Let me understand when it’s You, God Telling me to go Speak loudly to me, God So that I can know Let me feel You with me, God As I simply live Knowing You are right beside me, God Help me to give Let them understand when it’s You, God Helping me to stand Show them You’re supporting me, God And I’m following Your command…

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Mike Gminski Talks J.J. Redick, Duke Basketball, Vodka, Addiction, and Jesus 1:08:31

5d ago1:08:31

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Bryce interviews former Duke and NBA basketball player Mike Gminski. Mike played for four years at Duke (1976-1980) and was named the ACC Rookie of the Year and ACC Player of the Year. When he left Duke, he was the career leader in points, rebounds, and blocked shots, and his number "43" is retired. He was drafted in the first round of the 1980 NBA…

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Echoes

6d ago

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Bible Reading: John 13:34-35; Romans 5:6-8; Galatians 5:22-23 On a Saturday morning hike, Jude and his father came to the entrance of a tunnel that went under a road. "Hello in there!" Jude called out. "Hello!" "Hello…" came the sound of an echo. "Hello…" Jude grinned. "I'm Jude!" he shouted. "Jude!" "Jude…Jude…" his voice echoed back. Soon they we…

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Does It Pay? 5:02

5d ago5:02

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READ: PSALM 37:1-9; 1 PETER 2:19-25; 3:8-18 Have you ever seen someone do something wrong and, instead of getting in trouble, they end up reaping a reward for it? You may have heard the saying, “Crime doesn’t pay.” But unfortunately, in this broken world we regularly encounter people who seem to benefit from being dishonest or breaking promises. It…

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Virus Detected 4:51

6d ago4:51

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READ: PROVERBS 3:5-6; 2 CORINTHIANS 3:5; EPHESIANS 2:8; 1 PETER 5:6-7 "UPDATE FAILED. VIRUS DETECTED.” Siren stared at the vile green letters on her monitor. There was one last thing she could try. She drew the small drive out of her pocket. The Willpower Program (or WPP) was rumored to be strong enough to revive any device that had been affected b…

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Tonsils Out

6d ago

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Bible Reading: Psalm 56:3-4; 1 Peter 5:7 Casey sat on the porch swing clutching her favorite stuffed animal, an elephant named Tiny. "Tiny, I'm scared! I don't want to have my tonsils out tomorrow." Mom overheard Casey talking to Tiny and walked out onto the porch. Casey began to cry, and Mom held her close. "I'm sorry you have to go through this, …

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Unexpected Fruit

8d ago

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Bible Reading: Mark 4:13-20 "Mom! Dad!" called Jayden as he raced into the house. "Come quick! I think a watermelon is growing in the backyard!" "Really?" asked Dad. "That ground out back is so poor and rocky. I wouldn't think a watermelon could grow there." "But there is one!" insisted Jayden. "Come and see." "We'll look later," said Dad. "Right n…

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Each Small Worry 3:54

7d ago3:54

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READ: 1 PETER 5:6-11 Each small worry can quickly become a big worry. It expands from the place inside of me where a little thought pops up. I start to think about it more and more. I consider all the scenarios and things that could happen. I start to worry about how I’m going to stop things from getting worse. I wonder how tomorrow will be. I worr…

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Give and Get

9d ago

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Bible Reading: Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 "What are you going to do with that?" Chloe asked when she saw her sister grab five dollars from her dresser before church. "We're taking an offering today for the missions project," Taryn told her. "Did you forget?" "Guess so," replied Chloe. But I'm not giving five whole dollars! she thought. So after…

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The Gift the World Cannot Give 5:03

8d ago5:03

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READ: PSALM 4:8; JOHN 14:25-29; 16:33 As a younger teenager, I was so interested in reading fiction. It provided entertainment, romance, adventure, comedy, and interesting plots. Not to mention, it also provided an escape from the real world, thrusting me into an author’s made-up fantasy. During stressful or anxious times in my life, I strolled thr…

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The NBA Draft, Charlotte Hornets, Living in the Present, and Planning for the Future 38:00

9d ago38:00

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Colin Pinkney, unpack how some teams focus on the future while others focus on winning now…and how we can focus on both by focusing on the One. Today's Questions: How do we balance living in the moment and focusing on the future? How does getting our priorities right help us to live with a proper mindset? What role …

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Boat Ride

9d ago

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Bible Reading: John 3:16-17 It was a perfect day out on the lake--the air was hot and the water was cool. Gracie enjoyed the breeze as her dad motored their boat across the water. "Okay, Teddy, you sit here and watch while I swim," Gracie told her teddy bear when the boat had stopped. She sat Teddy down near the boat's dashboard and then jumped int…

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072 | Children's Ministry on a Small Budget 22:30

9d ago22:30

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Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter offer advice on running a children's ministry with a low (or non-existent) budget. Resources: Flying in the SKY of Context Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! G…

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Eternity Has No End 4:20

9d ago4:20

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READ: JOHN 3:16; 14:1-3; REVELATION 21:1-6 Time passes so quickly. We go from being children to adults. We see ourselves in the mirror and notice changes happening right before our eyes. Technology advances, new political leaders take control. Life moves at a fast pace, and sometimes we long for it to slow down…But what will eternity feel like? As …

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Something Special

10d ago

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Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Hebrews 10:22-25 "Wow," said Jace as he stared at his cousin Cody's backyard. "Two tree forts--with a rope bridge between them!" He shook his head. "You've got everything!" Cody shrugged. Jace climbed up the ladder. "Do you come here all the time?" He coughed and batted the air. "Ugh. I guess not. I just ran into a…

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The Dark Chapters 4:54

10d ago4:54

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READ: PSALMS 13:1-6; 37:23-24; 2 CORINTHIANS 4:16-18 Are you going through a really difficult time? Do you wonder if there’s a way out? Perhaps you’re overwhelmed with grief, anger, or frustration. When we’re in the middle of painful situations, it can seem like they’re never-ending. Will the hurt ever pass? Is this it? Am I trapped like this forev…

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The Comforter

11d ago

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Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:2-5 As Amayah lay across the bed, sobbing, a tattered pink blanket was shoved up close to her. "Sissy, you can have my blanket." A tiny hand patted Amayah's head, and she turned and looked into the troubled eyes of her little sister, Peyton. "My blanket will make you feel all better," Peyton said. Amayah felt the bed …

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It Takes Practice 4:59

11d ago4:59

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READ: 2 TIMOTHY 2:15; 3:14-17 Do you ever find the Bible confusing and frustrating? That’s totally understandable! The books of the Bible were written thousands of years ago in different languages and in different times and places in history. It’s going to be difficult to understand at times. And it’s normal to read a passage for the first time and…

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Scott Hanson | NFL Redzone, Olympic Goldzone, and Inside That Viral Video 31:57

12d ago31:57

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Bryce interviews Scott Hansen, NFL Redzone and Olympic Goldzone host. They talk Fantasy Football, the upcoming Summer Olympics, and faith. Bring meaning and purpose to your Fantasy season by signing up for Fantasy Football Fellowship. Check out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email dev…

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Runaway Dog

12d ago

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Bible Reading: Matthew 18:12-14 "Frank! Frank, come here, boy!" Zebb stepped back into the house and closed the sliding door with a sigh. "I think he ran away again. I've called him and called him, and he still hasn't come!" Mom looked up from her computer and frowned. "Oh no. Dad must have forgotten to put his invisible fence collar back on after …

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The Anticipation of Something Assured 5:01

12d ago5:01

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READ: ROMANS 5:1-11; 15:13; HEBREWS 11 Hope is a four-letter word. Yet, between those four letters is a tremendous range of nuance. People can use hope to convey an innocent wish. “I hope it doesn’t rain on the picnic.” Or hope can be used to reveal an unrivaled desire. “I hope my grandma lives through Christmas.” Our hope often conveys what we wan…

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Where is My Holy Spirit Zeal? 5:00

13d ago5:00

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READ: ACTS 2:1-14; ROMANS 12:4-21; GALATIANS 5:22-23 When people first hear that Christians all receive the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13-14), there can be a sense of excitement as they anticipate a life-changing, empowering moment. In the Bible, we find the account of the day of Pentecost. Jesus’s followers are all sitting together, because after Je…

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