Teaching the Big Story of God to the Next Generation

How do we help children see that the Bible is one connected story pointing to Jesus? In this episode, Matt is joined by Andre and Delia to explore how kids ministry leaders can move beyond teaching Bible stories in isolation and instead help children discover the bigger story of God's redemption. Together they discuss practical ways to connect Scripture, equip parents and volunteers, and build a discipleship strategy that helps kids develop a lasting faith. Whether you're a kids pastor, ministry leader, or volunteer, this conversation will encourage you to teach God's Word with greater intentionality and help the next generation find their place in His story. In this episode: • Understanding God's big story and the metanarrative of Scripture  • Connecting Old Testament and New Testament stories  • Teaching every Bible story through the lens of Jesus  • Building a long-term discipleship strategy for kids ministry  • Equipping parents and volunteers to continue faith conversations at home  • Helping children discover their place in God's story Subscribe for monthly conversations featuring leading global KidMin voices, practical leadership insights, and real stories to help you lead with confidence. Follow @kidmincollective on Instagram for leadership resources, ministry encouragement, and practical tools for your team. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and episode introduction 01:00 What is the "Big Story of God"? 05:15 Connecting every Bible story to Jesus 10:30 Why teaching the metanarrative matters 16:20 Creating a long-term discipleship strategy 22:30 Helping kids understand the whole Bible 28:45 Equipping parents and volunteers 36:00 Practical questions that spark meaningful conversations 43:00 Helping children find their place in God's story 46:30 Final thoughts