April 2nd: Why Did Jesus Have to Die? (The Answer Every Kid Should Hear) | Carpooling with Jesus

👋 Hey Friends!

Welcome to Carpooling with Jesus — the 5-minute podcast that turns your car rides, breakfast table, and family time into faith-filled moments.

In today’s episode, Pastor Justin is diving into a big, important question:

👉 Why did Jesus have to die?

It’s a question many kids wonder about — and the answer is beautiful, powerful, and full of hope.

📖 Bible Verse of the Day

Romans 5:8 –

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

💡 In This Episode:

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  What sin does and how Jesus fixed it

  
  


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  Why Jesus chose to die (it wasn’t an accident!)

  
  


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  How Jesus’ death brings us close to God

  
  


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  Emma’s classmate Carissa and the story of second chances

  
  

🧠 Key Takeaway for Kids:

Jesus died for you because He loves you—even before you got anything right. And He rose again so you can live with Him forever.

💬 What Would Jesus Say?

"I love you so much that I gave my life for you. You don’t have to be perfect. I died so you could be forgiven and close to God forever in heaven."

✏️ Carissa’s Story:

Carissa forgot to study for her math test and failed. She felt awful. But her teacher gave her a second chance—and even offered to help her study.

That’s a lot like what Jesus does for us:

✅ We mess up.

✅ He steps in.

✅ He offers us grace, love, and a fresh start.

🙌 Living It Out:

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  Talk to Jesus when you mess up—He already paid the price.

  
  


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  Thank Him for loving you before you ever got it right.

  
  


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  Give others the same kind of grace He gives you.

  
  

❓ Question of the Day:

What are other ways we can go to Jesus for help when we need it?

Use that question to spark great conversation before drop-off!

📣 Parent Tip:

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Let’s spread God’s love—one car ride at a time.

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