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EPISODE · Jan 5, 2026 · 36 MIN

S8Ep1 - Esau McCaulley, God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible

from The Bible for Kids Podcast · host Christian Parenting

This week on the podcast, hosts Tricia Goyer and Mike Nawrocki sit down with Rev. Esau McCaulley—renowned biblical scholar, theologian, professor, and author—to discuss his powerful new children’s Bible, God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible: The Story of God’s Big Diverse Family.In this meaningful conversation, Esau McCaulley shares the heart behind creating a storybook Bible that faithfully tells Scripture while highlighting God’s intentional design for ethnic diversity, justice, compassion, and care for the vulnerable. Written with both scholarly depth and the warmth of a father’s voice, God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible invites children and families to see themselves reflected in God’s redemptive story from Genesis to Revelation.This beautifully illustrated, color-rich storybook Bible weaves together 31 engaging Bible stories, including:16 Old Testament stories15 New Testament storiesSeveral biblical stories rarely included in traditional storybook BiblesEach story emphasizes God’s love for all people, His concern for the poor and oppressed, and His vision for a multicultural, diverse Church united by grace. Families of all ethnicities, nationalities, and backgrounds will be drawn to McCaulley’s fresh yet faithful retelling of Scripture—one that celebrates God’s kingdom as a beautifully diverse family.Throughout the episode, listeners will explore:Why diversity is central—not secondary—to the biblical narrativeHow children’s faith formation is shaped by inclusive storytellingThe role of justice, compassion, and unity in God’s KingdomWhy this storybook Bible is poised to become a modern classic for families and churchesThere is no doubt that God has always been at work creating a colorful, diverse family, and God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible helps the next generation see that truth clearly and joyfully.------------------------------------------------------The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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