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God's Big Story

by The Village Church

👶 Ages 3–8 · from reviews🎙️ 153 episodes✅ Kid-safeChristianKids & FamilyReligion & SpiritualityChristianity

From the publisher

God’s Big Story is a podcast for kids! On each episode, we’ll teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some friends.

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Good for

Collections God's Big Story landed in, based on what its reviews say.

A-
4.6/ 5

1,087 ratings · 194 written reviews

Grade A- is our own scale — how we work it out

5★921
4★54
3★31
2★24
1★57

Plenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 146 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 194 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.

Why parents put it on

The moments it actually gets used for.

  • Great for car ridesTop29
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    • “It really makes the most of our commute each day!!!”
    • “We listen to it in the car, cleaning, playing we can not get enough!”
  • Works for mixed ages14
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    • “I love this podcast you guys made it so well we listen to this every night it is so relaxing to listen to.Can you guys please make more episodes.It is such a great podcast for m…”
    • “Great for children of all ages and parents too :)”
  • Parents enjoy it too12
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    • “My kids and I love this podcast!”
    • “My kids and I listen to it in our way to school each day!!!”
  • Kids ask to replay it7
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    • “My 4 year old has been obsessed with this podcast and gets so excited about the stories from the Bible now!”
    • “My kids are obsessed!”
  • Works at bedtime7
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    • “I love this podcast!I listen to it to go to sleep.”
    • “I love this podcast you guys made it so well we listen to this every night it is so relaxing to listen to.Can you guys please make more episodes.It is such a great podcast for m…”
  • High production quality4
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    • “It’s theologically sound, well produced, Christ-centered, and all around fun!”
    • “Beautiful truths, excellent production, and aimed right at the heart of our children (and their parents).”

What it's about

What comes up when parents describe it.

  • Storytelling & adventureTop34
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    • “I love this podcast so much I love listening to this podcast in the morning and while I build Lego, I love learning about God in a story and it’s so fun this podcast love it 🥰…”
    • “We love the music, prayer, and going beyond just the Bible story to help our children better understand the importance of the Bible.”
  • Original songs & music28
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    • “It keeps my girl’s attention and they dance and sing to the songs!”
    • “I love their songs the attribute song, and how each episode ends with the doxology.”
  • Humor & silliness12
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    • “But it is still a great, funny show”
    • “Hi I am only an eleven year old girl and I am really good at spelling and reading and writing so I write many funny books with astonishing twists(yes, I wrote astonishing withou…”
  • Life lessons & values8
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    • “It is the perfect mix of fun and teaching, and it’s broken down so that my 5 & 7 year old can understand it, but honestly it has been speaking to me in great ways as a child of…”
    • “Thanks for teaching our kids so well.”
  • Animals & nature3
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    • “I write Christian books a lot and this podcast has sparked so many ideas thank you so so much!( I also love snails 🐌 and find the difference games and drawing and nature I love…”
    • “She’s learned so much and can tell me or her newest stuffed animal 😍all the important details of so many true stories from Gods word!”
  • Imagination & creativity3
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    • “When I Am Going through hard times it’s a great show to watch and I wonder when the next season is coming out.”
    • “They do a great of presenting biblical truths in creative and yet clear ways.”

What it feels like

The mood parents describe.

  • EducationalTop30
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    • “I love this podcast so much I love listening to this podcast in the morning and while I build Lego, I love learning about God in a story and it’s so fun this podcast love it 🥰…”
    • “I love that she asks for it and that she is learning so much about God and His word!”
  • Engaging14
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    • “We’ve also found it so engaging and my sisters have learned much from your podcast.”
    • “It’s super interactive and engaging.”
  • Funny10
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    • “But it is still a great, funny show”
    • “Hi I am only an eleven year old girl and I am really good at spelling and reading and writing so I write many funny books with astonishing twists(yes, I wrote astonishing withou…”

Who's actually listening

From the 43 reviews that name a child's age.

  • Preschool (3-5)33
  • Early elementary (6-8)18
  • Babies & toddlers2
  • Tweens (9-12)2

How to read this: each number is how many reviews raised that topic in their own words — not a percentage or a score. Bars compare topics within a box only, so the longest bar is whatever came up most here, marked Top. The dots above show how much evidence we have, not how good the show is.

This summarises what reviewers said. It isn't our verdict, and we don't write reviews ourselves. See exactly how every number is calculated.

Parent reviews (194)

Real reviews from real parents — the ones we gather from public sources link back to where they were written, and the ones written here are marked as such.

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    Because Tara Eliza

    There isn’t an invisible man called Jebus controlling the world! If he’s soooo good, then why is there global warming, war, disease, trump president, 9/11 attacks, so on?!

    That Random Kid On Podcasts · Sep 2026

  • Apple Podcasts · GB ↗

    Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good

    I am a biggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg fan of this show can you do one on revalation tomorrow

    Austin loves podcasts · Sep 2026

  • Apple Podcasts ↗

    Amazing

    You of course have a five star rating I love this why do people not believe in Jesus 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕🥰🥰🥰😻😻😻😀😃

    Tara Eliza · Jul 2026

  • Apple Podcasts ↗

    My kids are loving this!

    We listen to this podcast every morning while we eat breakfast! It keeps my girl’s attention and they dance and sing to the songs! So well done! Great job guys!

    Jessie F Woo · Jun 2026

  • Apple Podcasts · CA ↗

    Good podcast

    I listen to it every day and I love hearing about God.

    thesegovia · Jun 2026

  • Apple Podcasts · CA ↗

    Great resource

    Engaging.

    eppmom4 · May 2026

  • Apple Podcasts ↗

    Lily Bradosky

    Best bible stories ever

    ffgfgl · Apr 2026

  • Apple Podcasts · GB ↗

    So good

    I’m a kid and this podcast is the best Christian podcast I’ve never listened to such a great podcast I’ve heard in my entire adult lives so I don’t think I have ever listened it before and I’m just a kid and I’m just so happy that I listen and listen

    Pod33335y6 · Apr 2026

Showing the 120 most recent of 194 reviews we analysed. The summaries above use all of them.

Questions parents ask

What age is God's Big Story for?

God's Big Story doesn't publish an age range, but based on the ages parents name in their reviews it lands with 3–8-year-olds, most often preschool (3-5) and early elementary (6-8).

How long are God's Big Story episodes?

Most episodes run about 21 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.

Is God's Big Story any good?

It holds 4.6 out of 5 from 1,087 ratings, with 194 written parent reviews, which works out to an A- on our scale.

Is God's Big Story appropriate for kids?

God's Big Story is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as educational, engaging, funny.

Where can I listen to God's Big Story?

God's Big Story is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.

Why do parents recommend God's Big Story?

The point that comes up most is "great for car rides" — mentioned in 29 of the 146 reviews we analysed.

Episodes

60 to play, newest first

  • Parent Talk: Gender, Identity, Sexuality Conversations

    Oct 4, 2026 · 18 min

    Talking with our kids about gender, sexuality, and identity can feel intimidating. We may worry about saying too much, saying too little, or simply saying the wrong thing. But when our kids bring us questions, we don't have to panic. A question isn't an emergency. A question is an invitation to disciple them. 🌎 Start With God's Good Design Before talking about everything that's broken or confusing, give your kids a beautiful picture of what God created. ❤️ God made every person in His image. 🧍 God made our bodies, and our bodies are good gifts from Him. 👦👧 God made people male and female. 🤝 Men and women have equal dignity and value because both are made in God's image. 👑 Ultimately, we belong to God. 💬 Tell the Truth Simply Answer the question your child is actually asking, not every question you're afraid they might ask someday. 👂 Ask, "What made you wonder about that?" Then listen. 🧒 Give age-appropriate answers your child can understand today. 📖 Clearly explain what your family believes based on God's Word. ❤️ Speak about people who believe differently with kindness and dignity. 🚪 Ask, "Does that answer your question?" and leave room for them to come back with more.

  • THE CHURCH: Paul’s First Missionary Journey

    Sep 27, 2026 · 23 min

    Anna and Matt follow Paul and Barnabas as they travel to Antioch sharing the good news about Jesus. Some people believe and others reject their message, but Paul and Barnabas keep going because they know the results belong to God. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🌱 Paul’s job was to faithfully share the gospel, but only God could change someone’s heart and save them. 🗺️ Paul and Barnabas traveled to other places to tell people the good news about Jesus. ✝️ They taught that Jesus lived a perfect life, died for our sins, and rose from the dead. 🌎 The gospel isn’t only for one group of people. God’s rescue plan has always included people from every nation. ❤️ Both Jews and Gentiles believed the good news and became part of God’s family. ⛪ The church is everyone who loves and trusts Jesus. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 14:27 🏡 Try This at Home: 💌 Make a card for someone you love and send it to them. Include something your family has been learning about Jesus. 🌱 Talk about Becca’s garden example: We can plant gospel seeds by telling others about Jesus, but who makes those seeds grow? 🌎 Pray for missionaries who are sharing the good news about Jesus in other places. ⛪ Remind your kids t

  • THE CHURCH: Saul Meets Jesus

    Sep 20, 2026 · 26 min

    Anna and Matt continue following the growth of the early church with the incredible story of Saul. Saul once hated the church and tried to stop people from following Jesus, but everything changed when Jesus met him on the road to Damascus. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: ❤️ Saul had a heart sick with sin and did not believe that Jesus was God's Son. ⛓️ Saul tried to stop the church and even traveled to Damascus to arrest followers of Jesus. ✨ Jesus appeared to Saul on the road to Damascus and Saul became blind. 🙏 God sent Ananias to pray for Saul, even though Ananias was afraid of him. 🕊️ The Holy Spirit gave Saul a new heart that loved and trusted Jesus. 🌎 God chose Saul to take the good news about Jesus to people all over the world. 📖 Bible Passage: 📖 Acts 9:1–19 🏡 Try This at Home: 🙏 Think of someone you know who doesn't yet love and trust Jesus. Pray that God would give them a new heart and help them believe the good news. 💬 Ask your kids, "Do you think anyone is too sinful for Jesus to save? Why not?" 📖 Read Acts 9 together and look for all the ways God changed Saul's life. 🌎 Ask God to give your family courage to tell someone about Jesus this week. ❓ 5-Second Fly

  • THE CHURCH: Simon the Magician and the Holy Spirit

    Sep 13, 2026 · 22 min

    Anna and Matt continue the story of the early church as Philip takes the good news about Jesus to Samaria. Kids will learn about Simon the Magician, who used tricks to make people think he was powerful, and discover that real, life-changing power belongs to God alone. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🎩 A magician's tricks may look amazing, but they aren't the same as God's real power. 🌎 Philip shared the good news about Jesus with the Samaritans, even though Jewish people and Samaritans usually didn't get along. 🕊️ God gave the Holy Spirit to the Samaritan believers and showed that they were part of His family too. 💰 Simon tried to buy the power of the Holy Spirit, but God's power can never be bought. 👑 Only God is in charge of everything and has the power to save sinners and change hearts. 📖 Bible Passage: Acts 8:20 🏡 Try This at Home: 👟 Each morning when you put on your shoes, pause and pray: "God, You're in charge today, not me. Help me follow You and rely on Your Holy Spirit instead of trying to do things my own way." 📖 Read Acts 8 together and talk about the difference between Simon's tricks and God's real power. 💬 Ask your kids, "What is something you're tempted to

  • Parent Talk: Is My Child Ready for Baptism?

    Sep 6, 2026 · 14 min

    Anna and Matt help parents navigate one of the biggest questions that can come up when raising kids in the faith: How do I know if my child is ready for baptism? Children can genuinely love and trust Jesus, but parents also want wisdom to discern between a passing moment and lasting evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work. ❤️ The REAL Marks of Grace 🙏 R — Repentance Look for more than an “I’m sorry” after getting caught. Is your child beginning to recognize their own sin, confess it, and understand that they need Jesus to forgive them and change their heart? ❤️ E — Expressed Love for Christ Does your child talk about Jesus outside of church or family worship? Do they show a growing desire to read the Bible, pray, and know Jesus without always being prompted? 🌱 A — Active Fruit of the Spirit Look for growing evidence of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, especially in areas where your child has struggled before. The fruit won't be perfect, but is there real growth? 🏃 L — Lasting Perseverance Faith isn't only about an emotional moment. After correction, disappointment, or an ordinary day, does your child continue returning to Jes

  • Summer Radio Series #8 - Psalm 126:3, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 46:1 4, and Psalm 115:3

    Aug 30, 2026 · 14 min

    DJ Manna shares four powerful Psalms that remind us of God’s goodness, kindness, strength, and sovereignty. From celebrating God's blessings in Psalm 126:3 to resting in His power in Psalm 115:3, this episode closes the summer series with encouragement and worship—pointing us to the God who is faithful forever. What You’ll Learn: 🙌 ⁠Psalm 126:3⁠ — Be joyful and thankful for the good things God has done. 💛 ⁠Psalm 103:8⁠ — God is merciful and gracious, and we can show kindness too. 🛡️ ⁠Psalm 46:1 ⁠— God is our safe place and strength in every situation. 👑 ⁠Psalm 115:3⁠ — God is in control, and His plans are always good. 🎵 The Psalms help us worship, reflect, and trust God no matter what. Try This at Home: ✅ Write down three “great things” God has done for you this summer (Psalm 126:3). ✅ Practice one act of kindness today inspired by God’s mercy (Psalm 103:8). ✅ Memorize Psalm 46:1 and say it when you feel scared or worried. ✅ Draw a crown and write “God is in control” on it to remember Psalm 115:3. ✅ End the summer by singing or praying one Psalm together as a family.

  • Summer Radio Series #7 - Joshua 1:9, Hebrews 11:1, and Isaiah 40:8

    Aug 23, 2026 · 11 min

    DJ Manna shares three powerful scripture songs to help us live with strength, courage, and faith. With Joshua 1:9, we learn that God is always with us—even when life feels scary, like taking a big test or starting something new. Next, Hebrews 11:1 shows us that faith is believing in what we can’t see but know is true because God promises it. Finally, Isaiah 40:8 reminds us that even though everything else in the world fades away, God’s word lasts forever. What You’ll Learn: 🎶⁠ ⁠Joshua 1:9⁠ — God gives us courage and strength because He is always with us. ⁠⁠⁠🎶 ⁠⁠Hebrews 11:1⁠ — Faith means trusting in what we can’t see but know is true. ⁠⁠⁠🎶 ⁠⁠Isaiah 40:8⁠⁠⁠ — God’s word never fades—it lasts forever. Try This at Home: ✅ Memorize Joshua 1:9 and say it before something that makes you nervous. ✅ Talk about what faith means to you—what are things you can’t see but know are real? ✅ Read Isaiah 40:8 and draw a picture of something that fades away (like a flower) and something that lasts forever (God’s Word!). ✅ Make a “Strength & Faith” playlist with your favorite worship songs that remind you of God’s promises. ✅ At dinner, share a way you saw God give you courage this week.

  • Summer Radio Series #6 - Jesus Came to Save Sinners, God is Good, and God Wants to Talk With Us

    Aug 16, 2026 · 15 min

    DJ Manna shares three songs that help us see how much God loves us, how good He is, and how much He wants to hear from us. You’ll hear “Jesus Came to Save Sinners,” a reminder that Jesus loves us even when we mess up; “God Is Good,” which helps us notice His kindness in everyday life; and “God Wants to Talk with Us,” a joyful invitation to pray and spend time with God. What You’ll Learn: 🎶⁠ Jesus Came to Save Sinners⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠🎶 ⁠God is Good⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠🎶 ⁠God Wants to Talk With Us⁠⁠ Try This at Home: ✅ Write down or draw three ways you’ve seen God’s goodness this week. ✅ Pray out loud as a family—just like talking to a friend. ✅ Listen to “Jesus Came to Save Sinners” and thank God for His grace. ✅ Play “God Is Good” and try to list as many blessings as you can while it plays.

  • Summer Radio Series #5 - God With Us, Psalm 46, and Shout Joyfully

    Aug 9, 2026 · 16 min

    DJ Manna shares three songs from the God With Us collection that remind us of one big truth—God is always near. Whether you're having a good day, a sad day, or a confusing day, these songs point to the comfort and joy we find in God’s presence. You’ll hear “God With Us,” “Psalm 146,” and “Shout Joyfully”—each one building from quiet trust to loud praise! What You’ll Learn: 👣 ⁠God With Us⁠ shows us that we’re never alone—God is always close. 🛡️ ⁠Psalm 146⁠ reminds us that God is our protector and safe place. 🎉 ⁠Shout Joyfully⁠ teaches us that we can praise God no matter how we feel. 🎵 Music can help us remember God’s promises and feel His peace. 💬 Faith grows stronger when we turn to God in both quiet and joyful moments. Try This at Home: ✅ Make a “God Is With Me” list—write or draw times you’ve felt God’s comfort. ✅ Read Psalm 146 and talk about what it says about God’s care. ✅ Listen to one of today’s songs before bed to feel calm and close to God. ✅ Make some joyful noise! Have a family praise time with instruments (real or homemade!).

  • Summer Radio Series #4 - Old Testament Song, New Testament Song, and God's True Word

    Aug 2, 2026 · 11 min

    Ready to sing your way through the whole Bible? DJ Manna and the Village Kids take us on a musical adventure through all 66 books of the Bible! From the “Old Testament Song” to the “New Testament Song,” and ending with “God’s True Word,” you’ll laugh, tap, and sing along while learning how the Bible is organized—and why it matters. What You’ll Learn: 📚 The ⁠Old Testament⁠ has 39 books, and you can sing them all in order! 📖 The ⁠New Testament⁠ has 27 books, and they tell the story of Jesus and the church. 🔤 ⁠God's True Word⁠, The Bible, is one big book made up of 66 smaller books, all pointing to God’s truth. 🎵 Singing helps us remember God’s Word in a fun and joyful way. 🧠 The Bible is split into two parts—Old and New Testaments—but it tells one big story. Try This at Home: ✅ Play the "Bible Book Challenge"—can you sing all 66 books without stopping? ✅ Go on a road trip Bible hunt: spot letters from Bible books on street signs or license plates! ✅ Read the first and last books in the Bible—Genesis and Revelation—and talk about what they show us about God's story. ✅ Sing “God’s True Word” as a family, and talk about why the Bible is special. ✅ Make your own illustrated "Books o

  • Summer Radio Series #3 - God Made Everything, God's Big Book, and The Church is God's Family

    Jul 26, 2026 · 14 min

    DJ Manna is back with another joyful episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio! This time, we’re singing along to three amazing songs that teach us about how God made everything, how the Bible tells His true story, and how the church is more than a building—it’s a family! What You’ll Learn: 🌎 ⁠God Made Everything⁠ — Every star, every bunny, every person—you were made on purpose by a good God. 📖 ⁠God’s Big Book⁠ — The Bible tells one big story about Jesus and God's love for us. 🏡 ⁠The Church is God’s Family⁠ — Church isn’t just a place, it’s God’s people—together as one big family. Try This at Home: ✅ Make a “creation collage” by drawing or cutting out things God made—don’t forget YOU! ✅ Open your Bible and read a favorite story together. What does it tell you about God? ✅ Talk about your church family: Who do you see each week? How can you encourage them? ✅ Learn the chorus to one of today’s songs and sing it around the house or in the car. ✅ Memorize this verse: “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise.” —Psalm 100:4 Stay tuned all summer long!

  • Summer Radio Series #2 - Enter His Gates, The Story of Scripture (40 Events), and The Lord's Prayer

    Jul 19, 2026 · 14 min

    DJ Manna is back and this time, we’re dancing into God’s presence with three amazing songs that teach us about worship, the Bible, and prayer. From singing Psalm 100 to zipping through 40 big Bible events, to learning how Jesus taught us to pray, DJ Manna uses music and laughter to help us know and love God more. Turn it up and sing along—this one’s packed with truth and fun! What You’ll Learn: 🎶 "⁠Enter His Gates" reminds us to praise God with joyful hearts (Psalm 100).🎶 "⁠The Story of Scripture (40 Events)" shows the whole Bible is one amazing story about God's plan. 🎶 "⁠The Lord's Prayer" teaches us how to talk to God—just like Jesus did! Try This at Home: ✅ Read Psalm 100 together and talk about what it means to praise God. ✅ Make a timeline or comic strip of the 40 big Bible events you heard in the song. ✅ Practice saying (or singing!) The Lord’s Prayer as a family. ✅ Ask: “What’s something I’m thankful for today?” and share it at the dinner table. Stay tuned all summer long!