Faith in Kids
Faith in Kids
The Faith in Kids podcast is all about helping families raise children in the Christian faith. On this stream, you'll find lots of podcast for parents, presented by Ed, Amy and Jam, as well as a whole load of podcasts in Season 1 which are to be listened to as a family together. We’re not trying to give you the answers, but a few starting points. We hope and pray you’ll be inspired to give it a go. Every family can.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Faith in Kids episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Faith in Kids for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Faith in Kids episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
06/30/21 • 44 min
Listen in to Ed in conversation with Amy, Jodie & Adam, talking about how to raise 5 to 7-year-old children, hoping for them to know Christ eternally.
5-7s are getting better at expressing themselves, knowing their own mind, and having a thirst for life. One of the potential challenges is adjusting to school life - especially when they may be either "ahead" or "behind" others in class.
Amy says - "It's really helpful for me to say to myself that God made this little person exactly how he wants them to be, and he loves them; I don't need to try and change them. The key thing that we always pray for our kids is that we want them to know that they are loved by us and by God, and however they get on at school doesn't really impact that; it doesn't make a difference whether they are struggling in maths or don't know their times tables - they are still loved by God regardless of how their results are at school."
With discipline, we need to be really consistent, because fairness is huge for 5s - 7s. You need to work out what is childish vs what is disobedient. With this age group, you can explain what is wrong with bad behaviour - you can even hint at the God-reason e.g. "We don't hurt other people because God loves them"; "We don't lie because God never lies"
If this podcast encourages you as you disciple your kids, please do send this episode to a parent you think would appreciate it - maybe drop it into a WhatsApp group for your church's mums/dads/carers group, with something you found encouraging from the episode.
Links of Fun:
Family Devotionals book plug - Indescribable by Louie Giglio
https://www.10ofthose.com/uk/products?q=indescribable
Purchase our Newest Book:
The new book Meals with Jesus from Faith in Kids in partnership with The Good Book Company can be ordered here (https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/meals-with-jesus).
If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. We won't read out your emails on the podcast if you don't want us to, but we'd love to hear your stories and feedback. We would love to speak to some families or share your stories on social media, be brave and get in touch!
Genuinely, we love hearing from folks, and helps us feel less like we are speaking into the void - do send us a friendly hello on email or socials, it might just make our day!
Podcast edited by Rachel Redeemed (https://twitter.com/rachelredeemed)
These podcasts are only possible because of the faithful generosity of our supporters and listeners. Faith in Kids exists because people like you give generously. If you've enjoyed listening, you share our passion for the Gospel to be shared with children and for them to be raised in faith. Will you support us financially? For the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you could enable Faith in Kids to reach more parents, churches, and ultimately, children for Christ. Click here. (http://Faithinkids.org and select 'donate' or https://www.stewardship.org.uk/partners/20240919)
Support the show (http://www.faithinkids.org)
Faith in KIDS #124 A Surprise in the Manger
Faith in Kids
12/13/24 • 19 min
More Christmas surprises as Ed reveals he used to live near a palace that would cost $2 billion dollars to build. Jam thought he drove a tractor as a child (he didn’t) and the Emperor thought he was in charge, but actually a baby was. That baby was Jesus.
A poem from a calf getting a surprise at dinner time. All that and magical Christmas music from Dumbrocks. Sing along HERE!
Faith In Parents #86 | Who Am I and Why Do I Matter?
Faith in Kids
04/20/22 • 40 min
Join Ed & Amy as they chat with Australian author, teacher and school chaplain, Chris Morphew! They chat about Chris's recent book 'Who Am I And Why Do I Matter?' Enjoy the thoughtful conversations along the way as you listen to this week's episode.
People:
Ed Drew - is the Director of Faith in Kids. Starting out as an engineer, he became the children's ministry leader for a large church in London for 12 years, before setting up Faith in Kids in 2017. He is the author of Meals with Jesus, the Wonder of Easter and The Adventure of Christmas. He is the presenter of the Faith in Kids podcast. He’s married to Mary and they have three children.
Amy Smith - is a writer for Faith in Kids. She co-hosts the Faith in Parents podcast. She lives in Liverpool with her husband Ste and their four lively children. She is passionate about teaching the Bible to children faithfully, simply and creatively. Amy is happiest on a beach or adventuring with her family.
Chris Morphew - Chris Morphew is an author, teacher, and school chaplain living in Sydney, Australia. He has written over 20 novels for children and youth, including his six-book young adult series, The Phoenix Files. Chris enjoys Mario Kart, obscure board games, and superhero movies. He has been told he looks like Chris Hemsworth from the back.
Find Chris's books here:
- Who Am I and Why Do I Matter? - https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/who-am-i-and-why-do-i-matter
- How Do We Know That Christianity Is Really True?
- Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?
- What Happens When We Die?
- Best News Ever- Your 100-day guide to the Gospel of Mark
Other recommended books from the show :
- include 'Embodied' by Preston Sprinkle (and a pre-plug for his other book 'people to be loved' - https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/the-church/pastoral/embodied/
- 'The truest thing about you' by David Lomas - https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/personal-life/inspiration-and-motivation/the-truest-thing-about-you/
Podcast produced by Rachel Redeemed.
Support the show
These podcasts are only possible because of the faithful generosity of our supporters and listeners. Faith in Kids exists because people like you give generously. If you've enjoyed listening, you share our passion for the Gospel to be shared with children and for them to be raised in faith. Will you support us financially? For the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you could enable Faith in Kids to reach more parents, churches, and ultimately, children for Christ. Click here. (http://Faithinkids.org and select 'donate' or go to Stewardship)
Faith in KIDS #84 Christmas Begins!
Faith in Kids
12/02/22 • 20 min
Ed and Jam are back with first of five Christmas podcasts! But wait! Dude, where's my donkey? No shepherds? No angels? No yonder star?
That's because we're in John's Gospel and we go right back to the beginning, waaaay further back than you thought possible.
Plus Liz (Anna Boon) interviews with John (Cameron Potts).
More fun facts, and a new feature called Jam on John. It's all happening!
Music from Slugs and Bugs Christmas album.
10/19/22 • 46 min
"Are boys different from girls?”
We probably begin answering that question confidently - then start to feel a little anxious, back out and decide to avoid the topic.
On this Faith in Parents episode Matt Fuller, Gen Johnston and Ed Drew tackle the topic together and help us wrap our heads around what the Bible says.
We also hear from Andrew Bunt.
Our “Who am I?” series of resources aims to equip churches and families to open up conversations about identity, join in the conversation.
If you've listened to this and want to know more about gender identity, you can start by listening to another one of our podcasts which speaks into this topic. Find that here.
Matt Fuller: Matt is the Senior Minister of Christ Church Mayfair. He is married to Ceri. They are very grateful to God for their teenage son, who will imminently flee the nest. He was on the staff of the church when it was planted in January 2001 and has had the enormous pleasure of seeing many people trust in Christ and grow in their faith during this time. He is the author of numerous books including ‘Be true to yourself’.
Gen Johnston: Genevieve is on the staff team at Dundonald Church helping the pastors to think through how as a church we disciple or deploy the women in our church in ministry. She’s married to Johnno, they have three teenage daughters and a beloved dog.
Ed Drew, the Director of Faith in Kids grounds the conversation in how we would parent / care for younger primary, upper primary / secondary school children and their families facing these struggles.
If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. We won't read out your emails on the podcast if you don't want us to, but we'd love to hear your stories and feedback.
Support the show
These podcasts are only possible because of the faithful generosity of our supporters and listeners. Faith in Kids exists because people like you give generously. If you've enjoyed listening, you share our passion for the Gospel to be shared with children and for them to be raised in faith. Will you support us financially? For the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you could enable Faith in Kids to reach more parents, churches, and ultimately, children for Christ. Click here.
Faith In Parents #98 | Lost and Found
Faith in Kids
10/05/22 • 50 min
Would you still love me if...?
How easy is it to come clean about our mistakes?
Do your kids find it hard to apologise? What about you?
Perhaps you’re more of an older brother in the story of the lost son, depending on your own performance as if God’s love has to be earned. Or a younger brother who fears they’ve gone too far as if God’s love can be lost.
Join in a helpfully practical conversation that tackles both of these identity struggles with Ed Drew, Graham Beynon, and Karen Sleeman.
Ed Drew - the Director of Faith in Kids grounds the conversation in how we would parent / care for younger primary, upper primary / secondary school children and their families facing these struggles.
Karen Sleeman - is the pastoral associate for families in her local church and enjoys working with parents, children and adolescents. She has completed the BCUK intern Scheme and has training in child and adolescent mental health and is working towards accreditation as a family therapist.
Dr Graham Beynon - is the pastor of Grace Church, Cambridge, and Director of Independent Ministry Training at Oak Hill. He is the author of a number of books including Mirror Mirror, Emotions: Living Life in Colour (2012, IVP), God’s New Community: New Testament Patterns for Today’s Church (2005, IVP), Planting for the Gospel: a hands on guide to church planting (2011, Christian Focus) and Isaac Watts: His Life and Thought (2013, Christian Focus). He is married to Charis and they have three children. In his spare time he enjoys watching TV with his wife, walking with their dog, trying his hand at DIY, watching sport and playing 5-a-side football.
Resources:
BCUK
Mirror Mirror - Graham Beynon
Who am I? Foundation course - Faith in Kids
Faith in KIDS #83 We Will Be Like Jesus
Faith in Kids
09/02/22 • 23 min
How was your summer? Jam swam in the sea and knew Ed would be proud. And took another unexpected dip... How many cats are there in Rome? How many capital cities can you get around in 24 hours? But there is amazing city, with a tree and a river that brings us all hope. We read about it in Revelation 22. It's very encouraging! Along with your emails. Drops us a line.
Reading from Rob and Nat Holman.
Poem - What's Your Favourite Tree? - written and read by James Cary
Our song is Home in Heaven by Slugs and Bugs
Other music licensed from Soundstripe.
Faith in KIDS #82 I Am Not Alone
Faith in Kids
08/26/22 • 22 min
When did you last need some serious encouragement? Life is hard and we need help. But we are not alone. We look at Acts 9 and why Ananias was terrified. Some more Armadillo Quadruplet names. And don't forget that you've always got to look out for the digestive juices.
Music from Dumbrocks: There is No Mountain High Enough.
Sketch performed by Rob and Nat Holman.
Faith in KIDS #80 I am Given A Body
Faith in Kids
08/12/22 • 22 min
What do you love doing with your body? Climbing trees, jumping on a trampoline or sleeping for hours? Jam loves running down hills and Ed loves swimming in cold rivers.
How do adults manage to lose 100 bones? And why can't new born babies cry when they're experts at screaming?
Have an adventure with your body. Because God has given you just the right one to enjoy!
This episode includes teaching on body image, gender and gender identity.
We find out from Psalm 139:13-16, and we get a special trip to the hillside where shepherds are trying to work out why baby Jesus didn't have wings. And, and Elise? Hello to you!
Music from Slugs and Bugs God Made You Special and He Loves You from the album Under Where?
Other music licensed from Soundstripe.
Sketch performed by Anna Nicholson and Meg Blowey.
11/15/23 • 53 min
🎙️ Jonny & Joanna Ivey share their story of the day their daughter Edith was stillborn
🗣️ They speak into the silence that often surrounds Baby loss.
💔 Theirs is a story of trauma and grief that offers truth and hope to us as they find God’s love holding them in heart break. ❤️🩹
🗣️ we also hear from Abbey who talks about her miscarriage and reminds us that God sees us and can bring comfort in our sorrow.
People:
Ed Drew - is the Director of Faith in Kids
Amy Smith - is a writer for Faith in Kids.
Jonny & Joanna Ivey - are part of The Gate Church in Birmingham, UK, a plant on a multi-ethnic estate in the city centre, and they both work as civil servants. Jonny is Senior Editor of Heirs Magazine and has written On Purpose: Enjoying Life As It Was Intended (Cruciform / Desiring God Partnership). They have a son, Josiah, and two daughters, Halle and Lois. They are authors of the book Silent Cries.
Abby Wedgeworth - is a wife, mother, and writer. The author of Held and the Training Young Hearts series , she is passionate about discipleship and Bible literacy, and loves to see the way that the gospel transforms how people think and live. Abbey lives on the South Carolina coast with her husband, David, and their three children. She also runs a resourcing website on shame, parenting, motherhood, marriage, and miscarriage.
Books from this podcast:
- 'For all who grieve' by Colin Smith - an honest booking navigating the valley of sorrow and loss.
- 'Holding onto Hope' by Nancy Guthrie - a healing book for those in the wake of life's devastating storms.
- 'Tumbling Sky' by Matt Searles - Psalm devotions for weary souls.
- 'The Moon Is Always Round' by Jonny Gibson - a children's storybook to remind them of God's goodness in difficult times.
- 'Goodbye to Goodbyes' by Lauren Chandler - a children's storybook about Jesus, Lazarus and the empty tomb.
Charities that offer information and support for baby loss:
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FAQ
How many episodes does Faith in Kids have?
Faith in Kids currently has 285 episodes available.
What topics does Faith in Kids cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, Kids & Family, Religion & Spirituality, Family, Funny, Comedy, Podcasts, Kids, Children, Bible and Christian.
What is the most popular episode on Faith in Kids?
The episode title 'Faith In Parents #102 | Ready, Steady, Christmas!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Faith in Kids?
The average episode length on Faith in Kids is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of Faith in Kids released?
Episodes of Faith in Kids are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Faith in Kids?
The first episode of Faith in Kids was released on Dec 17, 2018.
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