Hey Carpool Crew,

Most kids freeze. Not because they are mean. Because they do not know what to say in the moment when a kid is being made fun of in front of them. So they laugh nervously, put their earbuds in, or look at their phone, and the moment passes. Today on Carpooling with Jesus, Pastor Justin walks kids through Proverbs 31:8, where the Bible says to speak up for those who have no voice. Standing up does not have to be loud. It just has to be honest.

This episode gives kids three real moves they can use this week. The four words that stop it. The move-and-sit. The tell a grown-up. About six minutes long, kid-friendly, and a discussion question to land before they head into the day.

Today's One Thing: Sometimes loving like Jesus means speaking up when others stay silent.

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8 (CSB)

What should you do when a new kid shows up this summer?

In today's episode, Pastor Justin shares a powerful lesson from Hebrews 13:2 about hospitality, which is a fancy word for making people feel welcome and helping them belong. Whether it's a new kid at church, summer camp, the neighborhood pool, or riding a bike down your street, God gives us opportunities every day to notice people who might feel left out.

Jesus welcomed people everywhere He went, and He invites us to do the same. Sometimes it only takes a smile, a wave, or four simple words: "Hey, want to hang out?" Those small acts of kindness can make a huge difference in someone's day.

Kids will learn practical ways to welcome new friends, step outside their comfort zones, and show the kind of love that Jesus shows us every day. They'll also be reminded to involve their parents when meeting new kids and building new friendships.

Today's big idea: Welcoming a new kid is doing something Jesus does for you every day.

This episode is perfect for families looking to teach kindness, friendship, inclusion, hospitality, and Christian character during the summer months.

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Carpooling with Jesus is a Christian kids podcast that helps families grow in faith through fun, practical Bible lessons. If you're looking for devotionals for kids, Christian podcasts for children, Bible lessons about kindness, friendship and inclusion, family faith conversations, Christian parenting resources, or summer activities that help kids follow Jesus, this episode offers practical ways to welcome others and make new friends through Christ-like hospitality.