This week on The Bible for Kids Podcast, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer sit down with Rev. Chris Lee to talk about his brand-new childrens book, You Are Beloved.

Rev. Chris Lee has inspired thousands through his spiritual reflections on social media and in his 2024 bestselling adult book, Know You Are Beloved. Now, he brings that same message of faith, encouragement, and identity in Christ to young readers with a beautifully illustrated picture book designed for children ages 48.

You Are Beloved is based on the timeless prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi. It helps children who are beginning to question faith and search for meaning by showing that life is a journey guided by Godwho is always present as a friend, helper, and comforter.

What Youll Discover in This Episode:

• How You Are Beloved answers two of the most important questions of the Christian faith: Who are You, Lord? and Who am I?
• Why faith-based picture books matter for helping kids grow spiritually.
• How rhyming text and whimsical illustrations create a timeless keepsake for families.
• Ways parents and caregivers can use this book to remind children that God is with them in every high and low.

About the Book:

• Title: You Are Beloved
• Author: Rev. Chris Lee
• Audience: Kids ages 48, parents, Sunday school teachers
• Themes: Christian identity, Gods love, Saint Francis prayer, spiritual encouragement for children

If youre looking for a Christian childrens book that combines engaging storytelling with biblical truth, You Are Beloved is a perfect resource for family reading, bedtime stories, or Sunday school lessons.

• Tune in now to hear Rev. Chris Lee share the heart behind You Are Beloved and discover how this book can help children know Gods love in a deep and lasting way.

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer welcome Amber Lia and Ollie Lia to talk about their brand-new book, You Are Seen 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed and Anxious Teens: A Teen Devotional.

This devotional equips teens to battle stress, depression, and anxiety by reminding them they are seen, valued, and loved in Christ. It offers encouragement from multiple perspectivesa teens honest voice, a parents wisdom, and insights from mental health professionals.

When high school athlete Ollie Lia faced a crippling season of anxiety and depression, his mom, Amber, felt terrified and helpless. With faith and professional guidance, Ollie found freedomand together, Amber and Ollie now share hope with millions of teens navigating similar struggles across the U.S.

You Are Seen: 90 Devotions To Encourage Stressed Teens (WaterBrook, October 2025) by Amber Liaspeaker and author featured on Focus on the Family and FamilyLife Todayis available wherever books are sold.

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer talk with author Heather Thompson Day about her new book she wrote with her dauther London, Can I Sit Here? A Story about Feeling Lonely, Being Brave, and Making Friends.

Help kids struggling with loneliness and isolation find the confidence to be brave and make new friends.

Sometimes making new friends can be scary for kids who find themselves struggling to fit in. Author Heather Thompson Day and her daughter, London Marie Day, have written a picture book to come alongside hurting kids and show them that theyre not alone. With Gods help, they can overcome difficult moments and build new friendships.

Can I Sit Here? is a captivating story for children ages 5-8 that follows Londons own experiences of navigating the social challenges of a new school, loneliness, and bullying. This relatable and endearing story will help kids discover their identity in who God says they are.

This picture book includes:

• Engaging full-color illustrations,
• Examples to facilitate meaningful conversations between parents and children, and
• Thought-provoking questions to encourage empathy and foster emotional intelligence.

Teach your child important life lessons about resilience, faith, and the transformative impact of choosing to be a friend!

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week on the [Podcast Name], hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer sit down with award-winning childrens author Carolyn Leiloglou to talk about her brand-new release, Beyond the Far Horizon, the exciting conclusion to her bestselling Restorationists trilogy.

In this exclusive author interview, Carolyn shares the inspiration behind her imaginative, art-inspired fantasy world where kids with powerful Gifts must stand together against the dangerous Distortionists.

In Beyond the Far Horizon, Ravionce a foe, now a tentative friendstruggles to trust the Restorationists. Though hes free from crime and captivity, Ravi feels like an outsider on the team. With a stolen painting hidden as his escape plan, he must decide: will he risk trusting Vincent, Georgia, and his new allies, or go it alone forever?

As the Restorationists infiltrate the enemys heist crew, Ravi uncovers startling truths about his pastforcing him to choose between fear and belonging in this page-turning finale.

Dont miss any of the Restorationists trilogy:

• Beneath the Swirling Sky
• Between Flowers and Bones
• Beyond the Far Horizon

About Carolyn Leiloglou

Carolyn Leiloglou is the granddaughter of art collectors, the daughter of an art teacher, and a homeschooling mom to four creative kids. Her award-winning stories and poems have been featured in childrens magazines worldwide. She is also the voice behind House Full of Bookworms, where she reviews the best childrens books for families.

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

A Grace-Filled Guide to Raising a Strong, Loving Family with Jessica Smartt

Family doesnt have to be perfect to be strong.

Every parent dreams of raising children who not only love each other but actually like each other. We long for a home that feels safe, welcoming, and filled with gracea place our kids want to come back to, where mistakes are part of growth, and love is unconditional. But the reality of family life can feel messy, chaotic, and far from the picture-perfect image we imagine.

So how do you build a strong family culture when real life is anything but perfect? And is it ever too late to start?

Beloved author and speaker Jessica Smartt (Memory-Making Mom) joins us to share powerful insights from her new book Come on Home. With humor, honesty, and faith, Jessica reminds us that a thriving family doesnt require flawless behavior, a Pinterest-ready house, or endless peace. Instead, its about intentional patterns, grace-filled discipline, and cultivating relationships that last.

In this episode, Jessica unpacks:

• 13 key characteristicsfrom prayer and friendship to loyaltythat build a strong, close-knit family
• Real-life examples and interviews with families of all backgrounds who are thriving in different ways
• Practical discipline strategies that hold boundaries while keeping connection intact
• Simple ideas to strengthen sibling relationships, teaching kids to support one another and form lifelong bonds
• Biblical wisdom for breaking unhealthy family cycles and creating a new legacy for your children

If youve ever wondered how to raise a family who truly loves being together, this episode will encourage and equip you. Whether youre just starting your parenting journey or feel like its too late, Jessica reminds us: its never too late to give your children a foundation of grace, faithfulness, and love.

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org