Liz is ready to win his first 10K race. He’s eating right, visualizing the trophy, telling all his friends—everything but actually training. How does his unique preparations help on race day?
Play EpisodeEpisode Theme: Worshiping God: Training for the everlasting crown.
1. 1 Corinthians 9:25 talks about athletes who have who have trained their whole lives for their events. Have you ever had to train for a sport? Why do you need to practice?
2. Genesis 4:2-6 tells about Adam and Eve’s two sons, Cain and Abel. Cain was a farmer and Abel was a shepherd. When it was time to give an offering to God, Cain brought some of the crops he had grown. Abel chose the best of the lambs that he had for his offering to God. The Bible says that the Lord was pleased with Abel’s offering, but not with Cain’s offering. Do you know why?
God’ saw the effort behind the offerings. God knew that Abel had carefully chosen to give the best that he had to God, so God was pleased. God also knew that Cain had just grabbed something as his offering; Cain had done “just enough to get by,” so God told Cain that his offering was not acceptable. As you listen to today’s episode, think about whether you do “just enough” or give your best to your tasks.
“Athletes work hard to win a crown that cannot last, but we do it for a crown that will last forever.”
1 Corinthians 9:25In this episode, Liz thought he could win. He knew a few things about running, was inspired by a famous runner, and liked the good cause that running was supporting. But he didn’t actually want to do the hard work of running itself. So when it came time to run the race, he failed miserably.
Similarly, you can know a few things about Jesus, be inspired by people of faith, and like the good things that Christians do. But if you do not put the training into going to church, reading the Bible, and spending time with God in prayer, you will fail when it comes to sharing God’s love with others. You won’t win what Paul calls the “eternal crown”. Jesus inspires you to keep training by saying, “I am coming soon. So hold firmly to what you have, and no one will take away the crown that you will be given as your reward” (Revelation 3:11).
Want to dig deeper and get some training inspiration? Check out 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22, Colossians 3:23-24, and Hebrews 12:1-3.
When you are in training, it helps to have a coach. Who is running alongside you and encouraging your Christian walk? Make a medal that says “Coach” for a person who is a role model for your faith. How will you decorate the medal? Will it have a crown to remind you of the eternal crown you are working for? Give your “coach” the medal and let them know that you appreciate the leadership they show.
Have fun making the paper chain decoration. Then countdown to Christmas by reading each day's verse and using the daily clue to begin unlocking the season's big surprise.
Creation, the Fall, Cain and Abel, Tower of Babel
Moses, Joshua and the Battle of Jericho, Ruth, Elijah at Mount Carmel, Esther, Deborah, Jonah and the Whale
Mary and the Angel, Mary and Elizabeth, The Journey to Bethlehem, The Birth of Jesus, The Baptism of Jesus, Jesus in the Wilderness
The Paralyzed Man Healed, Blessing the Children, Jairus' Daughter, Feeding 5000, Man of Tombs.
The Evil Servant, The Big Dinner, The Lost Son, The Good Neighbor
Jairus' Daughter, Palm Sunday, The Cross, Resurrection
Pentecost, Conversion of Saul, Dorcas, Philip, Paul and Silas, Lydia.
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¡Esta canción es acerca usar palabras de bondad, gracia y amor!
Here's a song about saying words of kindness, grace and love!
At Christmas, God came to earth as a little baby. Listen to this dramatic presentation of the miracle of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Mary.
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Ever wonder how God feels about sinners who ask for His forgiveness? Listen to this story Jesus told.
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At Easter, we believe and celebrate Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. Listen to this story of a little girl from Galilee who believed because she experienced Jesus' resurrection power in her own life.
At Easter, two crowds faced Jesus at different times. One crowd wanted to make him king, and the other crowd wanted him crucified. Listen to the second part of this Easter story.
At Easter, Jesus died on the cross to save us from our sins. Listen to the third part of this Easter story.
At Easter, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the victory over sin. Listen to the fourth part of this Easter story.
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Lucille faces a dilemma when the scaleball championships are scheduled for Sunday mornings. What will she do?
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Liz, Spike, and Lucille let their greatest fears control them. Can Granny show them God’s joy for their lives or are they doomed to wear buckets on their heads?
A tornado traps the gang in a pile of rubble. How are they going to get out, and why is Lucille acting so strangely?
The Social Media buzz is hitting Terrene! And everyone is on board…except Lucille. She doesn’t see the point, until she meets the website's creator!
Liz really wants to be elected to student council, and he’s got a secret weapon to win. Will his plan work?
Liz becomes trapped. How will he be rescued from an underground tunnel?
Bad news! The rescue workers can’t find Liz and Morrie anywhere! Who will rescue them?
Spike has a huge dilemma: if he wears his glasses, Cole will make Spike’s life miserable, but if he doesn’t wear his glasses, Spike will strike out in the big baseball game.
When the gang arrives in Ireland they meet Aven, the girl who contacted them for help. But before they even get out of the airport Liz is kidnapped!
Faraway from home, Liz has to discover a way to escape from his kidnappers.
Liz gets away with everything! That's what his sister Linda thinks. And what do a coin and missing chick have to do with precious Liz?
Linda hates that Liz is the special child who always gets what he wants. Grandpa and Granny teach some lessons from Luke 15 to help change her mind.
When a tragedy happens to a Terrene family, Liz has a decision to make. Is it an easy one or not?
Liz learns about St.Patrick and makes a decision to share God's word with some special people who need to hear it.
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Liz the dog sitter? Can Liz be dependable when something fun comes up or will he end up in the doghouse?
Liz is ready to win his first 10K race. He’s eating right, visualizing the trophy, telling all his friends—everything but actually training. How does his unique preparations help on race day?
Liz and his friends are on a mission trip. Their job is to build a school and tell kids about Christ, but they are facing strong opposition.
Grandpa wants the church school class to learn the connection between prayer and action, so he challenges them to go out and find prayer stories!
Morrie's mom in the hospital. A terrible storm. A power outage. Morrie missing. Can Liz save the day?
Liz doesn't sleep for days because he is preparing for the big spelling bee.
How much trouble can Liz cause at his dad's job in just one day?
Liz digs up a time capsule left by the founders of Terrene. Everyone’s excited until a valuable item goes missing. Can Liz solve this mystery before Granny goes to jail?
Liz is celebrating Granny’s birthday on a special train ride, but what happened to Granny?
Where's Granny? Now the train has left without Liz and his friends. This mystery's clues don’t make any sense.
Liz and his friends travel back in time and see the events after Jesus’ resurrection. Experience for yourself how our Savior conquered sin, death, and Satan for us all on this episode of Kids Corner.
How do people deal with loss? The kids are saddened when a death occurs in the Terrene community. At the same time, Lucille has to say goodbye to a favorite aunt who is going to do far away missions. How do you say goodbye?
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to meet Jesus? Or to be in Jerusalem the very week Jesus was crucified and raised from the dead?
Christian Pop Star Carrie Grace is coming to Terrene! And she’s offering VIP passes for a party with her! Liz and the gang are all certain they have what is needed to win the contest. What does it take to win the prize?
Look out! Liz disobeys his dad, and then he and Spike are all tangled up with robbers.
After Liz uses the expression, “Oh, geez,” Grandpa teaches the kids what it means to honor God’s name.
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Follow the excitement with Liz and his pals in these weekly audio adventures for kids. Great messages wrapped up in fun stories!
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