The Collide Kids Podcast | Faith, Family Discipleship & Fun Christian Interviews

In this episode of the Collide Kids Podcast, Host Christen Clark interviews Dioany Yousuino, who shares her powerful testimony of receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift as a child in the Amazon of Venezuela. She recounts how God divinely orchestrated the gifts she received in that box, highlighting the intimate love and faithfulness of God. Dioany's story is a beautiful example of hope, faith, and the power of even the smallest act of generosity. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Josie Coleman!
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Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee from Provision Podcasts.

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Venezuela's Economic Crisis: "And Venezuela went through a really hard situation in the economy because I remember going to the grocery store and it was really hard to find the shelf just empty. It was really hard to find like a bag of sugar, a bag of rice, black beans, everything."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:06:59 → 00:07:13]

"The Power of Persistence": "I remember that I had this desire to have really good quality markers because I really wanted to draw that perfect line in the paper."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:08:06 → 00:08:13]

The Power of Faith: "Take delight in the Lord and he will give you the desire of your heart."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:08:42 → 00:08:46]

Childhood Memories: "And one of my favorite memories is that whenever my friends were coming to my house, the markers, they were washable. Those kind of markers washable."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:09:58 → 00:10:09]

The Power of Kindness: "And that made it even more special because it was like, wow, how can someone pack a shoebox for someone that you don't know?"
— Dioany Yousuino [00:11:00 → 00:11:07]

Finding Faith in the Amazon: "He promised to give us the desire of our heart... He saw me. He saw the desire of my heart."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:12:16 → 00:12:19]

Viral Topic: The Importance of School Supplies
Quote: "Packing markers, packing colors, packing school supplies, it's a special thing even when maybe we don't see it like that. It's a special thing because we don't know. Everyone has access to have those school supplies and it's just really cool."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:14:23 → 00:14:41]

Discipleship Program: "And it's just a discipleship class for them. So it's not just receiving a shoebox, but they can also go through a discipleship class."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:18:13 → 00:18:21]

Finding Family in Unexpected Places: "I remember something I love about the church is that the body of Christ is that you can go anywhere and you will always find family."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:19:35 → 00:19:44]

Finding Purpose: "Diony, don't forget where you're coming from. Don't forget what I did for you. Don't forget that I have a purpose for you, that I'm giving you a calling, that I want you to share more about me, more about my love, more about who I am, what I've been doing, how faithful I've been."
— Dioany Yousuino [00:20:09 → 00:20:25]

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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast! In this episode, host Christen Clark chats with Vanessa Myers, a children's minister and author, about equipping families with fun resources that equip familes to read God's word together and live it out inside and outside of the home. They explore the significance of Advent, share childhood memories, and discuss Vanessa's newest devotional books for kids called "Wondering to Bethlehem''. Tune in for a great conversation that will nurture the sense of wonder and faith within your family. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Josie Coleman!

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Viral Topic: Shifting Focus to Family in Ministry

Quote: "I felt God tell me that I needed to just switch to focus on the family... Because Moms and Dads are now the ones who will be leading their children, well they always have been, but now they're really forced to do that because they don't get to go to church."

— Vanessa Myers [00:05:55 → 00:06:05]

Creating Resources for Family Bible Reading: "I help give families a plan in fun ways. Not something boring, but really fun."

— Vanessa Myers [00:06:28 → 00:06:34]

Viral Topic: Connecting with Children Through Devotions

Quote: "That was our time together. That was an uninterrupted time I had with my children to pray and to listen and hear God's word."

— Vanessa Myers [00:08:18 → 00:08:26]

The Birth of Jesus: "I wonder if Mary cried when she learned that there was no guest room available. I wonder if Mary got mad that she had to give birth to baby Jesus in a place where animals were kept."

— Vanessa Myers [00:13:16 → 00:13:27]

The Birth of Jesus: "I wonder about those things and I wonder if Joseph gave her a big hug and said, Mary it's going to be okay."

— Vanessa Myers [00:13:27 → 00:13:33]

The Impact of Childhood Visits to Nursing Homes: "That kind of really helped be who I am today. Is my grandmother taking me to help share Jesus with people"

— Vanessa Myers [00:25:41 → 00:25:48]

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Coming up on this episode of Collide Kids, we have a special guest, Bryan Osborne, from Answers in Genesis. Bryan shares with us the importance of trusting  God's Word. We dive into interesting topics like dinosaurs in the Bible and how they fit into the timeline of creation and the flood. Bryan provides practical advice on defending our faith and equipping ourselves with knowledge in a culture that challenges biblical authority. Stay tuned for this insightful conversation with Bryan Osborne. You're going to learn a lot! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring John Wyatt!

Great news! We have new merch for the podcast! Just in time for the holidays! Go to the COLLIDE CREATIVE SHOP to get your very own Collide Kids Podcast shirt and mug, plus lots of fun tshirt and sweatshirt designs to choose from.

Special thanks to our sponsor for today's episode, Family Faith Builders! Check out their new Advent devotional for kids "Wondering to Bethlehem" available on Amazon.

Also grateful for the exceptional work by our editor Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast.

"Attractions at Answers in Genesis: And there's so much stuff to do at both attractions, whether you're talking about, of course, going through the exhibits, but the theaters, special effects theaters, planetarium, the zoos, the playgrounds, the virtual reality ride, the merry-go-round, and so many things to do."
— Bryan Osborne [00:04:22 → 00:04:33]

The Trustworthiness of the Bible: "Can you trust what the Bible says, because if you can get somebody to doubt one part of the Bible like the beginning, why trust it anywhere else?"
— Bryan Osborne [00:09:38 → 00:09:46]

Comic Book Heroes: "And one of the reasons is because those heroes, when they were fighting the bad guy, they were typically always trying to save the bad guy, to redeem them, to pull them out of the evil they were in."
— Bryan Osborne [00:13:42 → 00:13:56]

"Dinosaurs and Dragons: Did these ancient creatures coexist with humans? It's a fascinating topic that sparks curiosity and debate... They're going to say the same thing, but one's kind of fun and one's biblical." — Bryan Osborne 00:14:04 00:14:04

The Importance of Protecting Children from Inappropriate Internet Content: "And so, like you said, sometimes, although we should strive to protect ourselves and be appropriate, what's revealed to our kids, sometimes those things do just pop up and you got to deal with that."
— Bryan Osborne [00:17:41 → 00:17:49]

Prioritizing the Spiritual Well-Being of our Kids: "Our primary command, our primary concern is the spiritual well being of our kids souls... but their eternal destination, so much more important in their biblical worldview."
— Bryan Osborne [00:19:36 → 00:19:53]

The Original Diet: "Before the fall, before sin, all things ate vegetation of some sort, which I know sounds kind of weird to us today, but makes good sense because there was no death in this world until after Adam sinned..."
— Bryan Osborne [00:24:19 → 00:24:37]

Dinosaurs on Noah's Ark: "Therefore, two of their kinds, not species, but kinds, roughly family level, would have been on Noah's ark."
— Bryan Osborne [00:25:13 → 00:25:18]

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Welcome to the Collide Kids Podcast. In today's episode, our host Christen Clark is joined by the vibrant and talented Madi Hackworth, a kids' Church creative artist and a kids' pastor from Missouri. Madi shares insights about her colorful experiences in kids' ministry, including the joyful aspects of her role and how she discovered her love for drawing and graphic design. Together, they explore the importance of recognizing and using individual spiritual gifts and talents inside and outside the church, and the impact of positive and negative words on our lives. This episode is filled with laughter, encouragement, and valuable reflections on how we can use our talents to honor God and spread the message of love and hope. So grab a seat, buckle in, and get ready to dive into a world of creativity and faith with Madi Hackworth on the Collide Kids Podcast. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Paxton Coleman!

Go to madihax.com to check out  Madi's fun resources and designs!

Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.

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Finding Your Gift: "So I think first, find out what you're good at. And and to know what you're good at, just what do you like to do? So if you like to draw, then you're probably good at it, or if you like to sing, or if you like to run or if you like to, you know, build stuff or if you like to do math. Whatever it is you're you like to do, that's a good indication that that is something That is a gift that God has given you."
— Madi Hackworth [00:09:05 → 00:09:26]

The Power of Encouragement: "That's why it's so important for us to say it so often. If you see something good in someone, like, tell them. Yeah. Because If somebody says one negative thing about your friend, they're gonna hope, for a long time. But it takes, like, 8 or 9 or 10 positive things To stick."
— Madi Hackworth [00:13:05 → 00:13:20]

Viral Topic: Honoring God and Using Your Gifts: "One of the ways we can honor God with what he's put in us is to just do our best at it."
— Madi Hackworth [00:14:08 → 00:14:08]

Using Your Talents for Evangelism: "But, really, you can use what you're good at to tell people about Jesus. So you can meet people in so say you're good at sports or say you're gonna, You know, speech and debate or I don't know what thing you might be good at, but you're gonna meet people who are also good at that thing who need to know about Jesus."
— Madi Hackworth [00:15:04 → 00:15:21]

Spiritual Gifts in Kids: "Kids have spiritual gifts 100%. Kids can be givers. Kids can have the spiritual gift The faith where they just believe that God is gonna do big things and it's not hard for them."
— Madi Hackworth [00:20:42 → 00:20:53]

Obey Right Away: "We have a saying that we say in our family that is obey right away without delay, And I like to do that with the Lord too because it's true."
— Madi Hackworth [00:24:55 → 00:25:03]

The Power of Childhood Memories: "I will never forget what it feels like to be a kid and how to play."
— Madi Hackworth [00:27:30 → 00:28:03]

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Welcome back to another episode of The Collide Kids Podcast! In today's episode, our host, Christen Clark, is joined by a very special guest, Janine McNally. This episode is all about Generation Alpha, the largest and youngest generation in the world, and how we can better understand and connect with them. Janine, an author and educator, shares her journey and insights from her book, "When You See Fireflies," which provides valuable guidance for parents and leaders working with this unique generation. Join us as Christen and Janine delve into the world of Generation Alpha, discuss the role of technology in their lives, and explore the importance of teaching them how to nurture meaningful relationships and the Gospel message of Jesus. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of Generation Alpha and discover how we can equip them with the tools they need to navigate the challenges and opportunities of today's world. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring John Loadholt! 

Go to grace4kidz.com to learn more about Janine's resources and book!

Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.

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Welcome back to the Collide Kids Podcast with host, Christen Clark. We are thrilled to have a very special guest joining us today - the incredible Jenilee Samuel, who is not only a pastor and podcaster but also a personal fashion style consultant. Jenilee is the host of the popular podcast Java with Jen, where she helps her Christian audience learn how to hear God's voice. In addition to that, she is the CEO of J. Samuel Styling, where she helps men and women find their personal style that is authentic to themselves and prepares them to give their best to what they do. With her extensive experience and expertise in fashion and clothes, Jenilee will be sharing some amazing insights with us. So sit back, relax, and get ready to dive into the fascinating world of fashion with Jenilee Samuel.  Plus Kids Only segment featuring Hannah Emerson!

Go to jsamuelstyling.com to learn more about Jenilee's stying services and information, and check out the "Java with Jen Podcast: Hearing God's Voice for Everyday Life" wherever you get your podcasts!

And special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast.

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In this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark sits down with special guest, Kathy Gibbens, to explore the importance of teaching children critical thinking skills and navigating the complexities of the world. Kathy, a homeschooling mom who has been homeschooling her daughter for 12 years, shares her journey of discovering the power of critical thinking and how it shaped her decision to start the Filter it Through a Brain Cell podcast. Together, they discuss why it's crucial for parents to create an open space for conversation with their children, the best time to begin teaching critical thinking skills, and the importance for parents of being the first mention of a topic in their kids' lives. You'll also learn practical tips for engaging children in critical thinking discussions and empowering them to ask good questions. Get ready to dive into the world of critical thinking with Collide Kids! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Evie!

We are grateful for the sponsor for this episode: Deeper Kidmin. Check out their resources at deeperkidmin.com

And special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast.

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 In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Justin Coffey. Justin is not only a dog trainer but also a motivational speaker who has an incredible story to share. He will tell us how dogs have had a profound impact on his life. Justin's journey with dogs started when he got his first pup at age 18. He also served as a pastor for 20 years, which led to an incredible connection between ministry and diff training. We'll dive into how dogs can teach us so much about our relationship with Jesus. You won't want to miss this amazing and inspiring conversation! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Henry Hoyes!

Go to xtremeobedience.com  to check out Justin and his amazing dogs!

Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.

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Welcome to another episode of Collide Kids! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Joy Prouty. Joy is a professional photographer, author, and filmmaker. She joins host Christen Clark to discuss the power of photography and how it can help us connect with other people, express our emotions, and find beauty in the imperfect moments. Join us as we dive deeper into her new book "Practicing Presence: A Mother's Guide to Savoring Life Through the Photos You're Already Taking" and you can practice that presence together with your family.  Plus Kids Only segment featuring a beautify poem written and read by Brinley Halstrom!

Go to joyprouty.com to learn more about Joy's photography and book!

Special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcasts.

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In this episode of Collide Kids host, Christen Clark welcomes special guest Angela Marks, a seasoned children's pastor with 14 years of experience as a traveling puppeteer and speaker. Angela shares her passion for nurturing and discipling young souls through fun, creativity and interactive lessons. She discusses the importance of carving out time for a personal quiet time with God, and taking Jesus with you to school. Angela also shares about how her conversations with kids about the struggles they face going back to school has turned into the daily devotional videos she shares on Youtube to help kids through loneliness, anxiety, bullying, and learning how to share Jesus with their friends. She also reveals her secret job that you won't want to miss!
Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Henry Hoyes!

Go to angelamarks.com to learn more!

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