May 1 | Following Jesus Matters Most | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗
We’re so glad you’re here today. Whether you’re heading to school, finishing breakfast, or starting homeschool, this episode is all about one big question: What matters most in your life?

Pastor Justin gives a special shoutout to Emma, Scott, Amelia, and Adeline in Midland, Texas, and then dives into a powerful moment from Mark 10:17. A man runs up to Jesus and asks the question we’ve all wondered at some point: What do I need to do to have eternal life?

That question leads us to today’s big truth:

👉 Following Jesus matters more than anything else.

The man in the story looked like he had everything together. He made good choices and followed the rules. But Jesus saw something deeper. Something else had first place in his heart.

So what about us?

Kids today have a lot of good things in their lives. Friends, sports, games, family. None of those are bad. But this episode challenges listeners to ask:
👉 Do any of those things matter more to me than following Jesus?

Through a relatable story about a boy named Tyler and his video games, kids will learn how everyday choices reveal what truly comes first in their hearts.

Here’s what you can do today:

• Put Jesus first before distractions
• Pay attention to your choices because they show what matters most
• Be willing to let go of anything that gets in the way

Parent Action Step:
If this episode encouraged your family, share it with another parent today or post it in a group you're part of. It’s a simple way to help more families have meaningful faith conversations.

Family Discussion Question:
What is something in your life that sometimes feels more important than following Jesus? And how can you change that?

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