Pastor Karl's Bedtime Stories

Do you ever feel a little nervous in the dark?Join Pastor Karl for a bedtime story about a night when the power goes out… and everything suddenly feels a little more scary than usual. As candles flicker and shadows dance, a simple moment turns into a powerful reminder about where true light comes from.Through this story, kids will discover that Jesus is the Light of the world—and that even when everything around us feels dark, we never have to be afraid.So snuggle in, settle down, and let God’s light shine into your heart tonight.And parents, thank you for sharing this special time with your child. PastorKarl.com and Pastor Karl’s Bedtime Stories are provided for free, but grateful parents are invited to donate at Kidology.org/donate. Kidology is a non-profit organization, so all donations are tax deductible.Thank you for your support—and if you’d ever like to reach me, you can email me at [email protected].

Do you ever have a hard time falling asleep… because your mind just won’t stop thinking?Maybe there’s something you’re worried about… something that keeps you awake.Join Pastor Karl as we talk about worry. You’ll hear the story of a sleepless boy named Lucas… and a simple piece of advice Pastor Karl learned from his own dad when he was a boy.You’ll discover a secret strategy for letting go of worry… and learning to trust God.So let’s kick worry out the door… and get some peaceful sleep.And parents, thank you for sharing this special time with your child. PastorKarl.com and Pastor Karl’s Bedtime Stories are provided for free, but grateful parents are invited to donate at Kidology.org/donate. Kidology is a non-profit organization, so all donations are tax deductible.Thank you for your support—and if you’d ever like to reach me, you can email me at [email protected]

This is the story of Sally Seed, Sandy Seed, Sammy Seed, and Sunny Seed. It's a take based on the parable of the sower and shows what type of seed you should be and where you should be planted.

Peter thinks he has no friends and feels lonely until Dan the playground monitor shares a secret with him, The Friendship Formula, and gives him a two week challenge. Soon, Peter is surprised to become one of the most liked kids at school! What is the secret? Could it work for you?

You've read Green Eggs and Ham, but you may have never heard of Jimmy Jim! His love for Jesus and gentle persistent sharing changed his friends life. Enjoy!

Gus continues his new job at the Zoo and is assigned to the Crocodiles enclosure! They talk about how if God can take care of the animals, He can certainly take care of us too.

Drift off tonight with a gentle reminder that you are exactly who God made you to be. In this calming bedtime story, Pastor Karl shares Psalm 139:14 and a simple story to help kids understand that they were made with care, on purpose, and full of value.Perfect for winding down, easing anxious thoughts, and resting in God’s love.Listen on Apple Podcasts, Alexa (just ask for Pastor Karl’s Bedtime Stories) or on PastorKarl.comOh, and tell a friend!Parents, PastorKarl.com and Pastor Karl's Bedtimes Stories are provided for FREE, but grateful parents are invited to donate at: Kidology.org/donate - Kidology is a non-profit organization, so all donations are tax deductible. Thank you for your support. Reach Karl at [email protected]

Pastor Karl attacked by a lion?! Gus telling lion jokes and more!

Gus continues his job at the Zoo now assigned to the monkey enclosure!

Gus gets a job at the Zoo and is assigned to the Giraffe enclosure!

Pastor Karl tells one of his favorite stories in the entire Bible - the story of the Brave Queen who saved her people. You are right where God needs you. Be brave and step up when you can help.

Gus learns a lesson in humility from Proverbs chapter 27.

Gus takes over the podcast and sings his Self-Control Song for the kids.

Pastor Karl tells Gus the story of Billy and the Little Boat Twice Owned

Gus finds out who the Ultimate Avenger is as he and Pastor Karl discuss Proverbs Chapter 20.

Pastor Karl and Gus chat about Proverbs Chapter 19 and why sometimes we need to just let things go.

Pastor Karl has a surprise guest on the show today as they talk about Proverbs chapter 18.

Pastor Karl and Gus learn some secrets about Kindness and Generosity and who they really benefit.

Pastor Karl and Gus discuss Proverbs chapter 10 and the great advice therein!

Gus and Pastor Karl discuss Proverbs chapter 9 and some of the foolish things people do who don't have wisdom.

Gus and PK discuss Proverbs chapters 7 and 8 which compare a bad lady (temptation) and a good lady (wisdom). Gus also decides he is a pirate for some reason!

Gus stays up all night trying to live out verse 4 of Proverbs chapter 6, but learns that it is talking about not being lazy.

Gus learns that sin is like a chocolate covered bug or an online scam.

Pastor Karl and Gus are back talking about Proverbs chapter 4 and why we should listen to our parents - and how they listened to theirs too!

Gus has been having trouble sleeping but Pastor Karl shows him in the Bible the secret to sweet sleep!

Gus joins Pastor Karl's again on the podcast and they talk about Proverbs chapter 2 and how God is like a bodyguard or a bike helmet!

Gus takes over Pastor Karl's podcast (by popular demand he claims!) and they talk about what the fear of God means, does that mean we are supposed to be afraid of God?

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Did you know Jesus got lost when He was a boy? OK, I guess He didn't ever think He was lost, but His parents sure thought they had lost Him! The good news is they found Him, the amazing thing is how He responded to them.

Jimmy Jim! Jimmy Jim! Asks, "Do you know Jesus? Do you know Him? Would you like to accept Him?" FInd out what happens in this Dr. Seuss inspired episode.

After Noah and the Ark, people began to multiple and had to decided to build a tall building instead of spreading out as God commanded. What would God do to encourage them to obey? A Bible Story from Genesis chapter eleven.

Today is the third of a four part series featuring some of my Fruity Friends from the produce aisle. I’m sure you’ve heard of the Fruit of the Spirit? There are nine Fruits of the Spirit and they are found in the Bble in Ephesians chapter 5, you know them: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithful, gentleness and self-control. These are characteristics that God’s Spirit produces in us, get it, “produces” – produces? Anyway, today’s story featured a giant Watermelon and a Bunch of Grapes talking about how we can make a difference in the world. Enjoy!

Today is the fourth and final of a four part series featuring some of my Fruity Friends from the produce aisle. The Fruit of the Spirit are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithful, gentleness and self-control. They are what God’s Spirit “grows” in us as we live for Him. So far we’ve met an Apple (who thought he was a banana), an Orange, some Bananas, a Watermelon and some grapes, but today’s story features a pear and a fruit, that I’m not sure really belongs in the produce aisle, but I’ll let you decide. Enjoy!

Today is the second of a four part series featuring some of my Fruity Friends from the produce aisle. Maybe you’ve heard of the Fruit of the Spirit? Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithful, gentleness and self-control. Maybe you’ve even learned a song to help you memorize those. Those are traits that God says we’ll grow when we allow His Spirit to live in us. Just as healthy trees produce good fruit, we should produce good fruit too! Today’s story features a fresh young banana and an old, brown kinda smelly old banana who, well, doesn’t have the best attitude anymore. I think you’ll agree that God is looking for fresh fruit. Enjoy!

Today is the first of a four part series featuring some of my Fruity Friends from the produce aisle. Maybe you’ve heard of the Fruit of the Spirit? Those are traits that God says we’ll grow when we allow His Spirit to live in us. Just as healthy trees produce good fruit, we’ll produce good fruit too, like love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithful, gentleness and self-control. Maybe you’ve even learned a song to help you memorize those. Today’s story features an Orange and a Red Apple who is a little confused, because he THINKS he’s a Banana! Enjoy!

A Bedtime Song from Pastor Karl that meant a lot to him when he was a little boy.

What happens when Little Miss Grumblestone refuses to eat her dinner?

Enoch was one of only two people in history known to disappear get to skip death and go straight to heaven, but why?

A bragging boy learns the hard way that pride comes before a fall!