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September 21st: God Sees Your Heart | Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚌Maybe you're arguing over the last donut or reflecting on something you did this week—whatever the moment, I’m Pastor Justin and I’m so glad you’re here.
Today’s wisdom from Proverbs reminds us of something BIG:You might think you're right… but God sees your heart. 💡
Today’s Verse – Proverbs 21:2 (CSB):
👉 "All a person’s ways seem right to him, but the Lord weighs hearts."
🧠 What It Means for Kids:
Sometimes we do the right thing for the wrong reasons.Sometimes we say, “I didn’t do anything wrong!” but deep down… we know we didn’t do what was right either.God doesn’t just look at what you do—He looks at why you do it.
This verse reminds us that our actions matter—but our motives matter even more.
💬 If Jesus Were in the Car With You…
He might say, “I know your heart. Let’s talk about what’s really going on.”Not to shame you—but to help you grow.
Whether you're trying to impress others, avoid trouble, or just feel justified in an argument—Jesus wants to meet you in that moment and help you choose what’s truly right.
🧰 Real-Life Application:
🫶 Ask God for a heart check.Don’t just ask if your actions are “okay.” Ask if your heart is in the right place.
❓ Ask: “Does this line up with what God says is right?”Not just what feels right—but what’s right in God’s eyes.
💡 Be honest with yourself and others.Taking feedback, apologizing, and choosing humility are signs of a wise heart.
🧍‍♂️👧 Discussion Question:
When’s a time you thought you were right, but later realized your heart wasn’t in the right place?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Action Step:
Share this episode with a parent friend or post a story on Instagram and tag us @carpoolingwithjesus.Help other families discover simple, powerful Bible truth for the car ride or breakfast table.
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September 20th: Your Actions Tell a Story | Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚌Maybe you’re in the car headed to a soccer game or just chilling at the breakfast table in your PJs—wherever you are, I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here!
Today’s episode might sound like a “school life” verse… but it’s not just for school.It’s for your everyday life—even the weekend.
 Today’s Verse: Proverbs 20:11 (CSB)
 “Even a young man is known by his actions—by whether his behavior is pure and upright.”
💬 What This Means for Kids:
Solomon wants you to know:You don’t have to wait until you’re older to start doing what’s right.The way you act right now—at home, at practice, in your neighborhood—is shaping your reputation.
Even Jesus, at 12 years old, was known for how He acted. He was respectful, kind, obedient, and full of truth—not just in what He said, but how He lived.
🚸 In This Episode, Kids Will Learn:
Why your behavior matters every day, not just at school
That your life tells a story—even in the smallest decisions
How real character is built in the little moments
Why actions speak louder than words (yes, even on the weekend!)
🧠 Practical Takeaways:
Ask yourself: What do my actions say about me today?
Choose the right thing even if it’s hard or no one sees it.
Remember: You’re building your reputation with every choice—so let it reflect who you are in Christ.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Action Step:
Talk together as a family:"If someone only watched what we do, not what we say—what would they believe about who we are?"
Share this episode with your church group, homeschool crew, or parent text thread to encourage more families with weekend wisdom from Proverbs!
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September 19th: How to Get Wiser Every Day | Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're wondering if you remembered your homework or still thinking about yesterday’s conversation, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you're here.
We’re wrapping up another great episode in our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — daily wisdom from God's Word to help kids make real-life decisions at school, with friends, and at home.
📖 Proverbs 19:20 (CSB)👉 “Listen to counsel and receive instruction so that you may be wise later in life.”
💡 What does this mean?Solomon reminds us that wisdom is built—not born.You don’t just wake up wise. You grow into it—and it starts with being teachable and willing to listen.
Even Jesus, as a young boy, grew in wisdom by listening to His parents and learning in the temple. If Jesus listened and learned, we should too!
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
Why wisdom starts with listening
How to handle correction—even when it’s hard
Why your response to feedback shapes your future
That asking for advice isn’t weakness—it’s the beginning of growth
🏫 Real-life example:Your coach or parent corrects how you do a drill or assignment. You’ve always done it your way.Do you ignore them? Or do you listen and get better?💡 That’s Proverbs 19:20 in action.
📘 Application for Today:
When someone corrects you, don’t tune them out. Lean in and learn.
Ask an adult you trust for advice this week. Even about something small!
Remember: Listening now = wisdom later. It all adds up!
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your kids:“What’s one piece of advice or instruction you’ve been given lately—and how did you respond?”If this episode encouraged your family, share it with a friend or post about it to help more families discover Carpooling with Jesus.
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September 18th: Where to Run When Life Feels Overwhelming | Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're nervous about a quiz or just hoping today goes better than yesterday, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you're here.
We’re in the middle of our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — powerful truth from the Bible that helps kids handle real emotions, tough moments, and daily challenges with wisdom.
📖 Proverbs 18:10 (CSB)👉 “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected.”
💡 What does that mean?In Bible times, cities had strong towers for safety. When trouble came, people didn’t stand out in the open—they ran to the tower.This verse says God is our safe place—a place we can run to when we’re:
Scared
Stressed
Lonely
Overwhelmed
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
That God isn’t just with them at church—He’s with them everywhere
How to run to God in their mind and heart—through prayer, trust, and pause moments
That Jesus is the strongest and safest place we can go when life feels out of control
🏫 Real-life example:You're losing in a game. Everything's falling apart. What do you do?You call a timeout and run to your coach.👉 That’s what running to God looks like. You don’t have to push through alone.You can pause and pray right where you are.
📘 Application for Today:
Start your day with a quick prayer like: “God, I’m running to You today.”
When you feel stressed, pause and talk to God—not just your friends or your phone.
Trust that God’s name—who He is—is stronger than anything you’re facing.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your kids:“What’s something in your life right now that you need to run to God with instead of trying to handle on your own?”And if this episode encouraged your family, share about it on Instagram and tag @carpoolingwithjesus—we’d love to connect with you!
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September 17th: What Real Friendship Looks Like | Devotional for Kids Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re excited to see your best friend or still rubbing your eyes in the backseat, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you’re here.
This month we’re in our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — Bible wisdom to help you build real relationships, handle school life, and make good choices each day.
📖 Proverbs 17:17 (CSB)👉 “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon is showing us what real friendship looks like:
A true friend doesn’t just show up for fun—they stick around when life gets hard
Real friends love you on your messy days, not just your best ones
You were made by God to be that kind of friend—and Jesus is the perfect example
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
The difference between fair-weather friends and faithful friends
Why showing up during tough times matters more than popularity
How Jesus modeled loyalty, love, and friendship with His disciples—even when they struggled
How to be the kind of friend that others can count on—no matter what
🏫 Real-life example:Your friend is getting made fun of at lunch. You’re not joining in… but you’re just standing there.👉 What kind of friend do you want to be?This episode helps kids think through real-life friendship moments and how to respond with courage, love, and faith.
📘 Application for Today:
Be the kind of friend you wish you had
Stick with people when they’re hurting, not just when it’s fun
Ask Jesus to help you show up in real life, not just on text or social media
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your child:“What’s one way you can be a better friend this week—especially to someone going through a hard time?”If this episode encouraged your family, share it with a parent friend or your church’s kids ministry. Let’s help more families raise wise, compassionate, Christ-like kids.
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September 16th: How to Stay Humble | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're hyped for a big day or still waking up after a long night, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you’re here.
We’re halfway through our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — daily wisdom from the Bible to help kids face real situations at school, with friends, in sports, and at home.
📖 Proverbs 16:18 (CSB)👉 “Pride comes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon isn’t saying confidence is bad. Confidence is great!But pride—the “I’m better than everyone” attitude—is dangerous.Why? Because it:
Shuts out correction
Damages friendships
Blocks growth
Makes you believe your own hype... until you fall
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
The difference between confidence and arrogance
Why pride leads to failure, but humility leads to wisdom and growth
How Jesus stayed humble, even though He had every reason to boast
Why teachable hearts go further than show-offs
🏀 Real-life example:You finally land a trick in front of a crowd and everyone cheers.You get full of pride and try an even bigger one—without warming up.💥 You wipe out.That’s what pride does—it pushes too far, ignores wisdom, and sets you up for a fall.
📘 Application for Today:
Check your heart when you succeed—and give God the credit.
Stay teachable when corrected—don’t argue, just learn and grow.
Be honest about your struggles—humility opens the door for help and strength.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your kids:“What’s one area where you’ve felt pride creeping in? How could humility help you grow instead?”If this episode encouraged your family, share it in your parenting group or tag another family who would love Carpooling with Jesus!
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September 15th: How to Stay Calm When You’re Angry | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're annoyed at your sibling from breakfast or thinking about that one kid at school who pushes your buttons, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you're here.
All month long, we're in our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — daily wisdom from the Bible to help kids make real-life choices with friends, classmates, siblings, and more.
📖 Proverbs 15:1 (CSB)👉 “A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon is teaching a simple but powerful truth:
When someone’s angry and you yell back, you multiply the emotion
When you stay calm, kind, or even silent, you cool things down
You don’t have to match someone else’s anger—you can break the cycle
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
Why gentle words are stronger than loud arguments
How Jesus modeled calm and truth—even when people shouted at Him
Real ways to turn down anger instead of turning it up
What it looks like to be a peacemaker, not a reactor
🧱 Real-life example:Imagine someone knocks over your Lego set on purpose. You want to explode—but instead you take a breath, say, “That wasn’t cool, but I’m not going to fight about it.”👉 That’s choosing wisdom over wrath.
📘 Application for Today:
Pause before you respond—especially when you're mad
Use words that cool things down, not stir things up
Remember: Sometimes silence or walking away is the wisest thing you can do
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your child:“Think of a time you got angry. What would a gentle answer have looked like in that moment?”If this episode helped your family, share it with another parent or your kids’ pastor. Carpooling with Jesus is here to help families everywhere grow in wisdom—one car ride at a time.
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September 14: Don’t Believe Everything You Hear | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re just waking up in the backseat or eating your breakfast before heading into school, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you’re here.
All month long we’re in our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — real wisdom from God’s Word to help you make smart choices in the hallways, classrooms, and friendships you navigate every day.
Today’s verse is a powerful reminder to think before you believe:👉 Proverbs 14:15 (CSB)“The inexperienced one believes anything, but the sensible one watches his steps.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon is talking about two kinds of people:
The inexperienced—who believe anything they hear
The sensible—who slow down, think it through, and choose carefully
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
What it means to be inexperienced (and why it’s okay to start there)
How to spot rumors, question what’s true, and avoid blindly following what others say
Why Jesus always focused on truth—even when the crowd believed something false
How to become the kind of person who watches their steps and leads with wisdom
🎯 Real-life example:You hear a story in class about someone messing up, and it spreads fast. You believe it. You even pass it along.Later—you find out it wasn’t true.Now someone feels embarrassed and hurt, and you wish you had asked more questions.That’s the power of thinking before believing.It’s not just smart—it’s kind.
📘 Application for Today:
Pause before you believe, repeat, or post anything.
If something sounds sketchy—it probably is.
Be someone who watches their steps, not someone who just follows the crowd.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your child:“What’s one time you believed something too quickly and later found out it wasn’t true?”If this episode gave your family something to talk about, consider sharing it with your kids’ pastor or in a parenting group. Carpooling with Jesus is a free resource made to help families grow in wisdom together!
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September 13th: How Your Friends Shape Your Future | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re walking to school with earbuds in or riding in the backseat surrounded by backpacks, I’m Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you’re here.
This month, we’re diving into our series:Proverbs for Your School Life — real wisdom from God’s Word to help you make smart, everyday decisions at school, with friends, and in life.
📖 Proverbs 13:20 (CSB)👉 “The one who walks with the wise will become wise, but a companion of fools will suffer harm.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon’s message is clear:
Your closest friends are shaping who you become
Choose friends who are wise, kind, honest, and strong in character
If you hang around reckless people, even if you’re not the one doing the wrong thing—you’ll still feel the consequences
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
Why friendships influence your decisions—even when you don’t realize it
How Jesus modeled this by carefully choosing His closest friends
Why being kind to everyone is great, but following everyone is not
A real-life example of how just being around poor choices can lead to regret
🛹 Imagine skateboarding with a reckless crew. You didn’t make the bad decision—but now you’re calling 911. Why?Because who you walk with affects what happens around you.
📘 Application for Today:
Look at your closest friends. Are they helping you grow in wisdom?
Don’t just go along to fit in. Choose friends who make you better.
Be wise enough to walk away when others are heading toward trouble.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your child:“Are your closest friends helping you grow wiser or dragging you into messes?”If today’s episode gave your family something meaningful to talk about, share it with another parent or in a local Facebook group.
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September 12th: Words That Hurt vs. Words That Heal | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you're buckled up and ready for the day or still munching your breakfast in the backseat, I'm Pastor Justin—and I’m so glad you’re here.
We’re deep into our series Proverbs for Your School Life—daily wisdom from God’s Word to help you navigate real moments at school, with friends, and in the decisions you face every day.
📖 Proverbs 12:18 (CSB)“There is one who speaks rashly, like a piercing sword; but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”
💡 What does that mean?Solomon gives us two very different pictures:
One person speaks rashly—without thinking—and their words hurt like a sword
The other chooses their words with wisdom, and their words actually bring healing
✅ In this episode, kids will learn:
Why words matter more than we realize
What it means to “speak rashly” (and how it happens at lunch tables, in texts, and online)
How Jesus used His words to heal and help—not to hurt
That choosing not to say the “funny roast” is actually a powerful act of wisdom
🎯 Real-life example:Someone in class messes up. You’ve got the perfect comeback that’ll make everyone laugh… but it might really hurt that person.Instead, you choose to say: “You're good—don’t worry about it.”👉 That’s a moment when your words can heal instead of cut.
📘 Application for today:
Think before you speak, joke, or post. Not every joke is worth it.
Use your words to build others up, not tear them down.
Ask God to help you pause—a quick “God, should I say this?” goes a long way.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip:Ask your kids today:“When was the last time someone’s words hurt you or healed you? What kind of words do you want to use this week?”If this episode helped your family have a meaningful moment, share it with a friend or post about it online so more parents can find Carpooling with Jesus.
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