Get ready for a lively and enlightening exploration into the Bible's second commandment in this week's episode of God's Big Story. Julie and Matt, alongside our special guest Steven the Carpenter, unravel the true meaning of the commandment - "You shall not make for yourself an idol." We discover that idols are not just about graven images but anything or anyone we love more than God. So, join us on this insightful journey, as we unravel God's Word and learn to apply it in our lives.
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Helpful Definitions:
IDOL — Anything we love and trust more than God.
Scripture Reference:
1 Samuel 5:2-3
5-Second Fly Through Review:

Anyone or anything you love more than God is called an… (IDOL)

True or False. The Second Commandment says “you shall not make for yourself an idol.” (TRUE)

True or false? There aren’t any examples of idols to false gods in the Old Testament (FALSE! THE OT REFERENCES MANY FALSE GODS AND THEIR IDOLS)

Is it ok to worship other things or people besides God? (NO! ONLY GOD DESERVES OUR WORSHIP!)

Song:
God is Good by The Village Kids
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You Shall Not Make Idols

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.

Kids & Family

We wrap up Season 10 with a bang! Your favorite trio, Julie, Matt, and Garrick, come together to revisit all of the attributes of God we've discovered this season!
Attributes of God:
UNCHANGING — God never changes, He is the same yesterday, today, and forever! 
GOOD — God is what’s best and He does what’s best.
CREATOR — God made everything.
HOLY — God is completely perfect and separate from sin.
JUST —God is right to punish sin.
SOVEREIGN — God is in charge of, and can do everything and anything he wants.
GENEROUS — God always gives what’s best.
PROVIDER — He meets the needs of his children.
WISE — God always knows what is best for His children.
ATTENTIVE — God hears and responds to the cries of His people. 
Scripture Reference:
Exodus 20:1-3
5-Second Fly Through Review:

True or False? An attribute is a word that tells us what someone or something is like? (TRUE!)

True or False?: All of God’s attributes are true of him all of the time? (TRUE!)

True or False? An incommunicable attribute is an attribute that we can have too (FALSE! IT’S A COMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTE)

True or False?: God created some things (FALSE! GOD CREATED EVERYTHING!)

True or False?: A theologian is someone really, super smart (FALSE! ANYONE CAN BE A THEOLOGIAN!)

True or False?: God’s attributes are just for us to know things about him (FALSE! GOD WANTS US TO KNOW HIM, NOT JUST KNOW STUFF ABOUT HIM)

True or False: Next season on God’s Big Story we’re going to learn even more attributes of God? (TRUE!)

Song:
Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids
Survey:
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Wrap-Up and Review - Season 10

Join us as we wrap up an enlightening season filled with growth in both our understanding of God and our vocabulary! Listen in as Julie and Matt reflect on the powerful words and attributes of God we've explored together. Get ready to expand your lexicon even further because we're introducing one last hefty term: attentive. Discover what it means for God to be attentive and how this divine quality enables Him to hear and respond to each of us, no matter where we are or what we're going through. Brittney, a 911 operator, drops by for an engaging chat about the importance of being attentive in her critical role. Brittney's insights give us a unique perspective on this week's attribute and illustrate how, even in our human capacity, we can embody attentiveness to serve and respond to those around us. Don't miss out on this conversation that not only celebrates the end of a fantastic season but also equips us to be more attentive in our daily lives.
Helpful Definitions:
ATTENTIVE — God hears and responds to His people.
Scripture Reference:
1 Kings 17
5-Second Fly Through Review:

Fill in the blank. An attribute tells us what someone or something is _______ (LIKE)

Fill in the blank. God is attentive. He _____ (HEARS) and _________ (RESPONDS) to the cries of his people. 

True or False. God is attentive to one person at a time. (FALSE: GOD IS ATTENTIVE TO ALL PEOPLE ALL AT THE SAME TIME!)

On the count of three, shout out any of the attributes of God you remember from this season, 1, 2, 3!


Song:
Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids
Survey:
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Season Sponsor:
Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles have something for kids of all ages, they take each book of the Bible and faithfully retell it in engaging kid-friendly chapter books. Visit their website at readkaleidoscope.com to check them out and maybe order a book or a Yoto card with 10% off using the code BIGSTORY.

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God is Attentive

Listen in as we explore the wisdom of God and how it's not only an attribute of God but also a quality we can share and grow in as His people. 
We're thrilled to have Professor Jonathan from the university join us this week, offering his intellect and humor to our discussion. He humbly shares his thoughts on wisdom, reminding us that the more we learn, the more we realize there is to learn—especially about God's vast and intricate creation. 
Don't miss out on this episode full of enlightenment and maybe a little homework on gravity-defying clouds!

Helpful Definitions:
WISE — God always knows what is best for His children.
Scripture Reference:
Acts 9:3–6
5-Second Fly Through Review:

Fill in the blank. An attribute is a word that tells us what something or someone is ______ (LIKE!)

True or False. God is Wise is a communicable attribute. (TRUE!) 

Fill in the blank. God is Wise. He knows what is _______ (BEST!)

True or False. We can be as wise as God. (FALSE. ONLY GOD IS PERFECTLY WISE)

Song:
Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids
Survey:
Click this link to ask us your questions and for a chance to win some free GBS merch!

Season Sponsor:
Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles have something for kids of all ages, they take each book of the Bible and faithfully retell it in engaging kid-friendly chapter books. Visit their website at readkaleidoscope.com to check them out and maybe order a book or a Yoto card with 10% off using the code BIGSTORY.

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God is Wise

Join us as we explore the attribute of God as our ultimate Provider. We welcome Julia, a dedicated Meals on Wheels delivery driver, who gives us a heartwarming insight into her daily mission of feeding seniors in need. Her stories are a powerful testament to how God often works through us to meet the needs of His children. Don't miss this episode filled with storytelling, practical insights, and an invitation to recognize and give thanks for the provisions in your own life.
Helpful Definitions:
PROVIDER — God meets the needs of His children.
Scripture Reference:
Mark 6:41-43
5-Second Fly Through Review:

Fill in the blank. An attribute is a word that tells us what something or someone is ______ (LIKE)

Fill in the blank. God is Provider. He meets the needs of his _______ (CHILDREN)

Fill in the blank. A miracle is something amazing - that doesn’t normally happen - that shows God’s _____. (POWER)

True or False. All of the attributes of God are true about him all the time.. (TRUE)

Song:
Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids
Survey:
Click this link to ask us your questions and for a chance to win some free GBS merch!

Season Sponsor:
Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles have something for kids of all ages, they take each book of the Bible and faithfully retell it in engaging kid-friendly chapter books. Visit their website at readkaleidoscope.com to check them out and maybe order a book or a Yoto card with 10% off using the code BIGSTORY.

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God is Provider

Join us as we revisit the attributes of God with the help of our special guest and theologian, Garrick! Listen in as we put our knowledge to the test with a lively multiple-choice game that covers seven key characteristics of God that we've explored so far this season: unchanging, good, creator, holy, just, sovereign, and generous. As you tune in, grab a pen and paper to play along and see if you can outscore us!
Whether you're a faithful listener or joining us for the first time, this episode promises to enlighten, entertain, and encourage you in your journey through God's Big Story. So, come along for an episode with humor, insights, and a dash of hostly competition!
Crossword Print Out
Multiple Choice Game:

God is unchanging, which means — GOD IS THE SAME YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND FOREVER!

God is Good, and that means — GOD IS WHAT’S BEST AND DOES WHAT’S BEST!

God is Creator, which means — GOD MADE EVERYTHING!

God meets the needs of his people, that means he is — GENEROUS!

God is right to punish sin and that means God is — JUST

God is Sovereign, and that means — GOD HAS THE RIGHT, WISDOM, AND POWER TO DO EVERYTHING HE PLEASES!

God is completely perfect and separate from sin, which means he is — HOLY!

Scripture Reference:
Luke 6:12
5-Second Fly Through Review:

True or False? An attribute is a word that tells us what someone or something is like? (TRUE!)

True or False?: All of God’s attributes are true of him all of the time? (TRUE!)

True or False? An incommunicable attribute is an attribute that we can have too (FALSE! IT’S A COMMUNICABLE ATTRIBUTE)

True or False: When we love and trust Jesus, God is our Father (TRUE)

True or False: We can only know about God (FALSE! TODAY, GARRICK TAUGHT US THAT WE CAN KNOW GOD TOO..AS OUR FATHER!)

Song:
Our Great God (Attributes Song) by The Village Kids
Survey:
Click this link to ask us your questions and for a chance to win some free GBS merch!

Season Sponsor:
Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles have something for kids of all ages, they take each book of the Bible and faithfully retell it in engaging kid-friendly chapter books. Visit their website at readkaleidoscope.com to check them out and maybe order a book or a Yoto card with 10% off using the code BIGSTORY.

If you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You!
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For sponsorship inquiries, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co

You Shall Not Make Idols

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