Join Dave and Sarah for another action-packed episode of Bible Podlets, the interactive Bible podcast for children and families!

In “Forecast of Faith,” we explore the dramatic story of Elijah on Mount Carmel, where faith, prayer, and persistence bring about a miracle after three years of drought. Through games, storytelling, and honest discussion, this episode helps children and adults discover the power of praying persistently and trusting God’s timing.

Perfect for families, schools, and church groups, this episode includes:

• The fast-paced “Strive for Five” game

• A dramatic Bible news report on Elijah’s weather-changing faith

• Thought-provoking discussion questions for all ages

• A creative prayer activity using Snakes and Ladders

Listen now and discover how faith, prayer, and persistence can change everything—even the weather!

🎧 Perfect for family listening, Sunday schools, and children's ministry groups.🔗⁠ Don’t forget to download your free activity booklet linked here to go deeper with today’s prayer theme!⁠

⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps

00:00 - Intro

Meet Dave and Sarah, and get ready for today’s Bible adventure!

00:41 - Game: Strive for Five

Can you name five things in 30 seconds? Play along and see if you can beat Dave and Sarah!

03:45 - Bible Story (News)

Tune in for live coverage of the Mount Carmel Showdown, where Elijah faces off against the prophets of Baal and prays for rain after years of drought.

08:26 - Question 1: Pause and discuss

How long was there no rain for, and what do you think it would be like to have no rain for that long?

13:54 - Question 2: Pause and discuss

What was the point of the contest between Elijah and the prophets of Baal?

15:45 - Question 3: Pause and discuss

Why did Elijah keep praying for rain, even though God showed everyone He was in control?

16:14 - Reflection

Dave and Sarah reflect on Elijah’s persistence in prayer and what it means to trust God’s timing.

17:46 - Prayer Activity

Try the Snakes and Ladders prayer game from the downloadable activity sheet.

19:11 - Outro

Credits

Theme song is called Happy Mistake by RKVC

Other music used in this episode

Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Energetic Sports Rock Music by Andrii Poradovskyi from Pixabay

Summer upbeat pop by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Future Design by Oleksandr Stepanov from Pixabay

Drop to me by LesFM

Pray by Anno Domini Beats

Tropical Pop by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay

Feel Good by Oleksandr Savochka from Pixabay