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Big Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 35 | Advent: Silent NightThe third episode in our Advent series this month! We are SO excited that it is the Christmas season! Over the next few weeks we've shared the stories behind some of the most beloved Christmas carols worldwide. We've debunked some popular theories and we have definitely been doing lots of singing! Come listen, learn and sing along with us as we celebrate the joy of Christ's birth!SUBSCRIBE + SING + SOCIAL--> @bigtruthsforlittleheartsFAMILY RESOURCES--> bigtruthsforlittlhearts.netCONTACT US--> bigtruthsforlittlehearts@gmail.comMerry Christmas season, friends!2021-12-2416 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 33| Advent: Oh Night Divine!The first episode in our Advent series this month! We are SO excited that it is the Christmas season! Here we'll share the stories behind some of the most beloved Christmas carols worldwide. We may debunk some popular theories and there will definitely be lots of singing! Come listen, learn and sing along with us as we celebrate the joy of Christ's birth!SUBSCRIBE + SING + SOCIAL--> @bigtruthsforlittleheartsFAMILY RESOURCES--> bigtruthsforlittlhearts.netCONTACT US--> bigtruthsforlittlehearts@gmail.com Merry Christmas season, friends!2021-12-1820 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 32 | Happy Thanksgiving!Happy Thanksgiving, guys! We're continuing our thankfulness series for the month of November! Have you ever thought about who provides all that we have, from the food on our table to every breath we take? This week's episode celebrates Thanksgiving and all that the Lord has given us! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us as we share stories and songs to inspire your life! SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net INSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK--> @bigtruthsforlittlehearts Big Truths for Little Hearts does not own the rights to this music.2021-11-2610 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 31 | We Should Count Them!We're continuing our NEW thankfulness series for the month of November! Do you ever have trouble remembering how many things that we have to be thankful for? This week's episode focuses a lot on how important it is, not only to remember our blessings, but to thank the Lord for them! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us as we share stories and songs to inspire your life! SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net INSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK--> @bigtruthsforlittlehearts Big Truths for Little Hearts does not own the rights to this music.2021-11-2212 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 30 | Soli Deo GloriaWe’re wrapping up our Reformation series just in time for the start of a new month! And what’s more appropriate then bringing all glory to God?!This week we're talking about another hero of the Protestant Reformation. Without him, we wouldn't be able to READ God's word! As we mentioned, this was a time when Christians within the church decided to stand up for what they believed by going AGAINST the church! Sounds crazy, right? But it actually made a LOT of sense! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us as we share stories and songs to inspire your...2021-11-0516 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 29 | The Reformation: Sola Christus/Sola GratiaWe're continuing our NEW series for the month of October! This week we're talking about another hero of the Protestant Reformation. As we mentioned, this was a time when Christians within the church decided to stand up for what they believed by going AGAINST the church! Sounds crazy, right? But it actually made a LOT of sense! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us as we share stories and songs to inspire your life!SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netINSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK--> @bigtruthsforlittleheartsBig Truths for Little Hearts does not own the rights to this music. Grace Greater Than Our Sin recording by Sovereign Grace...2021-10-2916 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 28 | The Reformation: Sola FideWe're continuing our NEW series for the month of October! This week we're talking about another hero of the Protestant Reformation. As we mentioned, this was a time when Christians within the church decided to stand up for what they believed by going AGAINST the church! Sounds crazy, right? But it actually made a LOT of sense! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us as we share stories and songs to inspire your life!SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netINSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK--> @bigtruthsforlittleheartsBig Truths for Little Hearts does not own the rights...2021-10-1512 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 27 | The Reformation: Sola Scriptura!We're beginning a new series this week--YAY! Since we're moving into the season of all things pumpkins, scarves and cool, crisp weather that can only mean one thing---October is coming! In fact, It'll be October THIS WEEK! To celebrate, we wanted to teach our Big Truths fans ALL about a special time in history called The Protestant Reformation. This was a time when Christians within the church decided to stand up for what they believed---by going against the church! Say what?! It might sound crazy, but this movement changed the course of history! Come listen, learn and sing along to...2021-10-0516 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 26 | Standing on WHAT?!Today we're talking ALL about how we can trust God's promises in every season on life! Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us!SUBSCRIBE:bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netINSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK:@bigtruthsforlittleheartsDon't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the show for weekly updates! AND check out our webpage for the weekly coloring sheet + verses/questions for thought. Thank you, friends! If you like the show and want to send some love, please send us a message on FB or Instagram. You can also leave a review on Apple podcasts. We'd love to share your comments on the show!2021-09-2119 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 25 | [REPLAY] A Song for the School Year!Phew, we missed you all during our break! We're kicking off this school year with an oldie, but a goodie! We're sharing a hymn that resonates the truth that God never changes. We can trust that in every season--a new year, at the start of school, any time at all! It's like the saying says: God is good all the time---and all the time, God is good! We hope you enjoy listening to a song that has become a personal bedtime favorite for our family. It's simple melody is easy to follow and yet it is a rich reminder of...2021-09-1314 min
Big Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 24 | Saved by a…Rock?Today we’re sharing a song in honor of one of our favorite people! Listen, learn and sing along with us to find out who it is!2021-07-2814 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 23 | Can't Sit Still!Today's episode is ALL about being STILL! The problem is, that isn't always easy to do, is it? Tune in to hear how! As always, we are humbled to have you guys joining us today! THANK you for being here! We couldn't do this show without you! If you like what you hear, you can leave us a REVIEW on Apple Podcasts. We're going to start reading your comments on the show soon, so please let us read your big, creative thoughts! WEBSITE + SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net INSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK: @bigtruthsforlittlehearts Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the show for wee...2021-07-2117 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 22 | A Cave of BONES?!Have you ever heard of the Neander Valley?A long time ago, far away, this valley unearthed a set of bones no one could understand. The valley itself is a beautiful, yet mysterious landform that was once believed to hold the key to Evolution. You may be wondering what that is...Well, today's author didn't know either. But he did know that God was the Creator of the Universe, and he wrote today's song to celebrate that very truth. Creation didn't just happen by chance, and it wasn't centered around a bunch of random dead guy's bones...As always, we...2021-07-0918 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 21 | Merrily We March Along!Sheesh, we're just so thankful you're listening along with us! This week we're learning a song ALL about marching and faith! What do those two things have in common? Listen, learn and sing along to find out!WEBSITE + SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net INSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK: @bigtruthsforlittlehearts *It you have time, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the show for weekly episodes. **And if you have enjoyed the show, we would SO appreciate a review on Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening!**2021-06-3018 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 20 I A Song From A Sinking Ship?OUR 20th EPISODE! Come and celebrate this momentous occasion with us as we discuss a song that may have been played while the mighty Titanic was sinking! IS the legend true? Listen and learn to find out!WEBSITE + SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netINSTAGRAM + FACEBOOK: @bigtruthsforlittlehearts*It you have time, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the show for weekly episodes. And if you have enjoyed the show, we would SO appreciate a review on Apple Podcasts.Thanks for listening!2021-06-2319 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 19 | REPLAY to RememberIn light of Memorial Day this past Monday, we're sharing an old episode we wrote to honor service members. It was once said that, "our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it". We recognize that sacrifice and honor it here, realizing that we cannot take it for granted. And because every life is made in the image of God, every life is precious and valuable. We are forever grateful for those men and women who sacrificed their very selves so that those left behind might...2021-06-1413 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 18 | More Love to Who?Welcome to the Big Truths for Little Hearts podcast--a show exploring stories and songs and the heroes who shaped them! In today's episode we're sharing the secret to joy---even in the midst of sadness! Today's hero was familiar with suffering, but she also knew true, lasting hope and that caused her to focus her love more and more on the Lord. God used her trials to create a beautiful legacy of music that still speaks to many today. Come listen, learn and sing along with us!SOURCE: Then Sings My Soul, vol. I--132R...2021-05-2712 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 17 | Cowboys & StuffThis week we're delighted to highlight a song that has been feature in a tons of movies! Westerns, to be exact. Can you guess what it is? We'll also be discussing the Civil War and our REAL reason for peace! Our prayer is always that you feel encouraged, challenged and inspired! Thank you for being with us! SUBSCRIBE + RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blog INSTAGRAM--> @bigtruthsforlittlehearts FACEBOOK--> @BigTruthsforLittleHearts Thanks, friends!2021-05-1312 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. | 16 A Tribute to Mamas!Join us this week as we celebrate the MOMS! We realize that motherhood looks different in every household and season of life, so today we want to say THANK YOU to those women who have selflessly raised us, loved us and invested in our own families in more ways than we can count. We are thankful for you! Today's song was one of our grandmother's very favorites, and we are thrilled to share the story here! Our prayer is always that you feel encouraged, challenged and inspired! Thank you for being with us! SUBSCRIBE + RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net...2021-05-0516 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. | 15 Happy Little SheepJoin us this week as we learn about...sheep! There are many songs written about God as a shepherd, but we were excited to learn a little bit more about sheep in the context of the 23rd Psalm. Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us! SOURCE(S): https://www.blueletterbible.org/Comm/archives/guzik_david/StudyGuide_Psa/Psa_23.cfm https://www.smallchurchmusic.com/2017/Snippet/S-TheKingOfLove-StColumba-BMidi-48-CAM.mp3 SUBSCRIBE + RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blog INSTAGRAM--> @bigtruthsforlittlehearts FACEBOOK--> @BigTruthsforLittleHearts Thanks, friends! 2021-04-2819 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 14 | The Love of JesusToday we're sharing a song that you've probably heard! It's a song we learned as small children and it has stayed with us ever since! DO you know what it is? Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us!Sources:https://dianaleaghmatthews.com/jesus-loves-me/#.YHYy7CjYrThen Sings My Soul (Morgan), pp. 138WEBSITE + SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net WEEKLY RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlhearts.net/blog INSTAGRAM --> bigtruthsforlittlehearts FACEBOOK --> @BigTruthsforLittleHearts2021-04-1414 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 13 | Holy Week: He is Risen! ☀️Our RESURRECTION episode! "But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel. 5 And as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? 6 He is not here, but has risen. Remember how he told...2021-04-0413 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 12 | Holy Week: Good Friday ✝️In this week's special Holy Week episodes, we're discussing why Good Friday really is good. Today's show features the story of a man who, like many saints in the Bible, was acquainted with grief. In fact, he knew it all too well. Have you ever experienced suffering? How did it feel? What did you do? We're learning that God's desire for His people is to continue trusting, even in trial. We see that in the lives of Job, hymnist Horatio Spafford, and finally in the life of Jesus. Come listen, learn and sing-a-long with us! We're even featuring a little...2021-04-0315 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 11 | Three in OneThis week we're learning about a song that celebrates the Trinity! Can you think of what that might be? Come listen, learn and sing along with us!SOURCES:Then Sings My Soul, Morgan The Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New, Machowski(pp. 17, 85)WEBSITE + SUBSCRIBE:bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netWEEKLY RESOURCES:https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blog2021-03-2420 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 10 | St. Patrick Who?☘️Do you know what today is? Are you wearing green? Do you know what today is about? On this week's episode we're discussing the man behind the holiday, as well as a traditional Irish hymn that is loved by MANY! Come listen, learn and sing a long with us!SOURCES:Then Sings My Soul, Morganhttps://www.ligonier.org/blog/who-was-saint-patrick-and-should-christians-celebrate-st-patricks-day/https://www.history.com/topics/st-patricks-day/history-of-st-patricks-daySUBSCRIBE + WEEKLY RESOURCES:bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net2021-03-1715 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 09 | Extraordinary Ordinary(One of our FAVES)!It's a NEW month! This week we're learning about a man who wrote all about what it means to be faithful. He didn't DO anything special--in fact, he had lots of different jobs--but God used him to write a song that would impact generations to come! HINT: The inspiration for his song comes from looking at the source of faithfulness! Come listen, learn and sing along with us as we delve into this delightful tale!SOURCES:Then Sings My Soul, Morgan(page 284)hymnary.org(Great is Thy Faithfulness)SUBSCRIBE:bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net CONTACT US: bigtruths4littlehearts@gmail.com to be FEATURED o...2021-03-0314 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 08 | Who is the Fairest of Them All?Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all? Do YOU know?This week we're discussing a song ALL about marching. Have you ever done it? Where? When? Why? This week's song has been considered a TOP marching anthem for many, and(like so many of the songs we've covered) is still widely used today! Want to learn more? Come listen, learn and sing a long with us!SOURCE: Then Sings My Soul, MorganFAMILY DEVOTION: https://shereadstruth.com/fairest-lord-jesus/COLORING PAGES + SUBSCRIBE: bigtruthsforlittlehearts.netIf you've been joining us, THANK YOU! We could not share these stories without...2021-02-2414 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 07 | A Song for Service Members(THANK YOU!)On this week's episode, we're discussing a song honoring the brave men and women who serve and defend our country selflessly every day. This is not a sacrifice that we take for granted, so we are dedicating this week's show to YOU(as well as your families) as a special means of saying, "thank you"! Our country would not be the same without you! SOURCE:Then Sings My Soul, MorganSUBSCRIBE:bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net RECORDING: The USNA Glee Club, public domain2021-02-1713 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp 06 | L-O-V-E: Special Valentine’s Day episode!This week we’re hosting an extra-special episode all about LOVE! Today’s song features a special interview with some of our favorite friends + the history behind an extraordinary love song written by someone wise beyond his teenage years. Come listen, learn and sing along with us!SOURCE: -->"Then Sings My Soul", pg. 150, Robert MorganRESOURCES + SUBSCRIBE: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blogCONTACT US: bigtruths4littlehearts@gmail.com2021-02-1016 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 05 | The Song That Led a MovementA SPECIAL episode to kick off the new month! This week we’re learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. and many other individuals involved in the Civil Rights Movement. We’ll also learn about the song that became its anthem. If you haven’t heard it on Sunday school, you’ve probably heard it anywhere else! It's ALL about light. Can you guess what it is? Come and join us to listen, learn and sing together! SOURCE(s): https://www.history.com/topics/civil-rights-movement https://www.npr.org/2018/08/06/630051651/american-anthem-this-little-light-of-mine-resistance https://balladofamerica.org/this-little-light/ WEBSITE: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/EMAIL: bigtruths4littleheart2021-02-0319 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp 04 | A New Year: DoxologyHi friends! We're thrilled to be with you all again! After our holiday break and a much-needed jumpstart to this new year, we're bringing you a fresh batch of episodes!This week we're featuring a timeless classic. Though the song itself was written over a century ago, its message spans generations and is still used widely today. As always, a big THANKS goes out to YOU for listening to the show every week. WE couldn't do it without your help! Come join us for this journey to listen and learn through SONG!SOURCES:https://www.christianitytoday.com/history/issues/issue-31/w...2021-01-2511 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 03 | Carol #3 + Medley Sing-a-long!It’s the week of Christmas! It is only 2 DAYS AWAY! Today we’re learning about a song that wasn’t intended to be a Christmas carol, but has joined a host of many beloved songs we sing year after year during the holiday season! BONUS: We share a SPECIAL carol sing-a-long featuring some of our FAVORITE Christmas tunes with you and your family! SOURCE(s): https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-hymn-expresses-longing-for-arrival-of-our-savior , https://rts.edu/resources/come-thou-long-expected-jesus/ RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/2020-12-2316 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 02 | Carol #2: One Small VillageThis week we're learning about an advent carol with the letter "B" in the title! Do you know which one that might be? Come and check it out with us!Sources:https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-o-little-town-of-bethlehemWeekly Resources:https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blogWho is God?https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blog2020-12-1715 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 01 | Our Premiere Episode(Carol #1):Away in a Manger!Welcome to Big Truths for Little Hearts! We're THRILLED you're here to share in a journey of song with us! Today we're learning about the history behind the hymn, "Away in a Manger"--a Christmas classic that celebrates the joy of the incarnate Saviour! DON’T FORGET to stop by the webpage to find coloring pages and lyrics to today’s song! We’ve also added a special DEVOTION! So snuggle up with your favorite people and open God’s word together! Show notes:https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-away-in-a-mangerhttps://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/occasions/christmas/away-in-a-manger-lyrics-history-carol/2020-12-0809 min