"Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.” Thomas said to him, “Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?” Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you had known me, you would have known my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him." (John 14: 1-7)
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." (John 14:27)
With our Sunday School class temporarily suspended, we've come up with a list of resources for families looking to supplement parent-led Bible teaching with God-honoring options to keep families immersed in the truths of God's Word. Feel free to add suggestions for further resources in the comments at the bottom of this page.
Available on Amazon Prime (FREE* videos at time of posting):
From "Revelation Media" (producers of Pilgrim's Progress):
The Animated Bible Series Episode 1: The Creation
The Animated Bible Series Episode 2 - The Flood
The Torchlighters Series (which includes all the following titles):
~ Note that these 30 minute movies are based on the lives of persecuted believers who stood firm on the Word of God even when it meant they could/would lose their lives. They are excellent videos, but deal with sensitive material. As a parent, you may want to watch these first and be prepared to discuss the stories with your children. I'd further recommend that you read missionary biographies/autobiographies to help children understand what the LORD calls us to.
The Jim Elliot Story
The William Tyndale Story
The John Bunyan Story
The Eric Liddell Story
The Gladys Alyward Story
The Richard Wurmbrand Story
The Perpetua Story
The Amy Carmichael Story
The William Booth Story
The Samuel Morris Story
The Augustine Story
The Corrie Ten Boom Story
The John Wesley Story
The Robert Jermain Thomas Story
The Martin Luther Story
The Adoniram and Ann Judson Story
The Harriet Tubman Story
*The St. Patrick Story (this is their newest video & is $1.99 to rent on Amazon)
*The Pilgrim's Progress (released in 2019, this is another excellent movie created by Revelation Media; currently $1.99 to rent on Amazon. However, if you were in our Sunday School class as of Christmas 2019, you have this movie at home right now! Great time to watch this one with your family!)
NEW as of March 22: Sign up here to receive free viewing link of The Pilgrim’s Progress online.
From Voice of the Martyrs:
~ This amazing series has been translated into many languages and brought into countries where people are hungry for God's Word. Be prepared to discuss God's Word with your children. Jesus came as a sacrifice for many that through Him alone we may be saved.
The Witnesses Trilogy:
From the Read and Share Bible (younger children):
The Jesus Movie
Read and Share Bible Volume 1
Read and Share Bible Volume 2
Read and Share Bible - Easter
Read and Share Bible - Life and Miracles
Read and Share Bible - Christmas
Available on PUREFLIX (they offer a free trial, then a reasonable monthly or annual fee):
The Chosen ~ A fabulous new series based on the life of Jesus! So far, only Season 1 has been released, but they're working on Season 2. In case you're wondering what The Chosen's approach to Scripture and faith is, here's a link to that to: Can you trust The Chosen?
And, a link to the trailer: HERE
Keep checking back ~ I'll be adding more links soon! Enjoy these videos and stay in the Word with your children. Use these videos to supplement your Bible study and discussions with your children, not replace them.
"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account. Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." (Hebrews 4:12-16)
Adventures In Odyssey
FREE 4-week trial (no credit card required!)
Hands-down, Adventures In Odyssey is our favorite radio program. Even back in college, I remember tuning in to these stories. We are so thankful that Focus on the Family has continued to produce these stories over the years - thought-provoking, funny, sad, creative, thrilling, and focused of the truths of God’s Word. You really could “jump in” anywhere, but it does help to start at the beginning so you have a background on who the characters are. Some characters come and go, but Mr. Whittaker, Eugene, and Connie have been consistent throughout. If you enjoy Eugene, you’ll love Wooton (who appears in later stories).
