Hey Carpool Crew! 🚗 Whether you’re zipping up your backpack, grabbing a smoothie for the ride, or high-fiving mom and dad before school — I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here.

Have you ever felt left out? Maybe the teams were already picked, or your friends filled up the lunch table before you got there. That hurts. But flip it — what about the time someone saved you a seat, picked you first, or waved you over to join in? That feels amazing, right?

That’s why Jesus gave us something called the Golden Rule.

Most people think, “If you’re good to me, I’ll be good to you. If you’re mean, I’ll be mean right back.” But Jesus flipped the script. He said don’t wait for kindness — you go first. Be the one who includes, invites, and leads with love.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why leading with kindness is actually strength, not weakness.

What Jesus might say if He were riding in the backseat with you.

3 simple ways to live out the Golden Rule this week:

Think before you act — ask, Would I want this done to me?

Be the includer — invite someone to sit with you, play, or join in.

Think ahead — do for others what you hope someone would do for you.

Small acts of kindness can create big waves. When you treat others the way you want to be treated, people notice — and it can change the whole vibe of your school, your team, and even your neighborhood.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Tip: If you love this episode, share it with your parent group or neighborhood friends. Help other families turn car rides into faith-filled moments.

📍 Family Question: What’s one way you can treat someone today the way you hope to be treated?

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