Episodes
Dec. 15, 2023
Season 7. Episode 5: The Childlike Faith of Jesus
As we conclude season 7 of Christmas Stories, we decided to take a fun look at how Jesus interacted with kids. Kim, Jesse and John share how the tender ways Christ treated children inspires them today, and Jim Daly explains …
Dec. 8, 2023
Season 7. Episode 4: How Parenting Can Bless Your Christmas
How has parenting changed your perspective of Christmas? John, Jesse and Kim recount what each of their first Christmases were like as parents. Plus, we interviewed several people on what helps them keep a childlike wonder d…
Dec. 1, 2023
Season 7. Episode 3: Christmas Through the Eyes of a Little Boy
Many boys wake up excited for Christmas day. To celebrate boys during the holidays, Kim, Jesse and John reflect on ways their sons have celebrated Christmas. You'll also hear Focus President Jim Daly read a story about a Chr…
Nov. 24, 2023
Season 7. Episode 2: Christmas Through the Eyes of a Little Girl
Little girls have a special and unique way they contribute to Christmas. You'll hear a few girls share about what they're most excited about for Christmas this year. Plus, John, Kim and Jesse discuss lessons we can learn fro…
Nov. 17, 2023
Season 7. Episode 1: Childhood Christmas Memories
What are some of your favorite Christmas memories as a kid? For a lot of us, it was the simple things such as being with family, or even an unexpected surprise. John, Kim and Jesse discuss a few of their favorite Christmas m…
Nov. 13, 2023
Season 7 Preview
Welcome to Season 7 of the Christmas Stories podcast! Join John Fuller and his fellow co-hosts, Jesse Florea and Kim Trobee, as they preview the upcoming podcast season, and share some of their favorite childhood Christmas t…
Dec. 16, 2022
Season 6. Episode 5: Luke 2: 22 – 40: Seeing Jesus at Christmas
What helps you remember Jesus during the Christmas season? As we wrap up Season 6 of Christmas Stories, we’ll hear Kati read Luke 2: 22 – 40, and our hosts share why this passage reminds us of the kind of life Jesus would li…
Dec. 9, 2022
Season 6. Episode 4: Luke 2: 1 – 21: Ways Christmas Inspires Us
The birth of Jesus is the reason we celebrate Christmas. And yet, more than two thousand years later, it still inspires us to make a difference. You’ll hear Megan read Luke 2: 1 – 21, and some stories from John and the co-ho…
Dec. 2, 2022
Season 6. Episode 3: Luke 1: 57 – 80: The Characters of Christmas
The characters of the first Christmas all played a role in helping bring Jesus to earth. John, Paul, Diane, and Lisa reflect on some of their favorite characters of Christmas. Plus, you’ll hear from some of our friends of th…
Nov. 25, 2022
Season 6. Episode 2: Luke 1: 39 – 56: Christmas as an Adult
Becoming an adult has a unique way of helping you gain new perspectives on the story of Christmas. Our friend Kristin reads Luke 1: 39 – 56, and you’ll hear from some Focus staff and broadcast guests about things they now se…
Nov. 18, 2022
Season 6. Episode 1: Luke 1: 5 – 38: Hearing the Christmas Story
How did you first hear about the story of Christmas? For many people, it was in church or some other type of Christmas activity. John, Diane, Paul, and Lisa share what they’re looking forward to this year. And you’ll hear fr…
Nov. 14, 2022
Season 6 Preview
Welcome to Season 6 of the Christmas Stories podcast! Join John Fuller and his fellow co-hosts, Diane Ingolia, Lisa Anderson, and Paul Batura, as they preview the upcoming podcast season, and recall the first time they heard…
Dec. 17, 2021
Season 5, Episode 5: The Meaning of Family During Christmas
Christmas has a way of bringing family together like no other time of the year. As Season 5 of Christmas Stories concludes, we'll hear some encouraging stories about how family traditions bring people together and help famil…
Dec. 10, 2021
Season 5, Episode 4: We Love Our Grandparents
Having grandchildren has a way of bringing things full circle. To help bring a fun perspective on grandparenting, John Fuller talks with Roger and Diane Ingolia about their experiences as grandparents. We'll also hear from c…
Dec. 3, 2021
Season 5, Episode 3: Christmas as a Newlywed
There's nothing like celebrating the Christmas season as a newlywed. To reflect back on those early years, John Fuller chats with Greg and Erin Smalley about their first Christmas as a married couple. They'll also explain ho…
Nov. 26, 2021
Season 5, Episode 2: A Great Perspective for Singles
Singles have a special place in God's family during the holidays. While it may feel lonely at times, Christmas can also be a season to create rich memories. Lisa Anderson joins John Fuller to discuss the unique opportunities…
Nov. 19, 2021
Season 5, Episode 1: Through the Eyes of a Child
There's something special about hearing why a child loves Christmas. John Fuller and Dr. Danny Huerta reflect back on the joys of Christmas as a child, and lessons they've learned now as parents. You'll also hear children te…
Nov. 15, 2021
Season 5 Preview
Welcome to Season 5 of the Christmas Stories podcast! Join John Fuller as he chats with a variety of Focus on the Family friends about why each member of the family plays a special role in making the holidays special. Throug…
Dec. 18, 2020
Season 4, Episode 5: The Beautiful Hope of Christmas
With Christmas just one week away, it’s important to take a step back and reflect on how the story of Jesus gives us hope. John, Diane and Paul discuss how they find comfort through the story of Christ’s birth, and evangelis…
Dec. 11, 2020
Season 4, Episode 4: A Heart-Warming Christmas Story (Pt. 2)
During the holidays, it’s good to have fun with your loved ones. John, Lisa and Diane talk about their favorite activities to do with their family and friends; plus you’ll also hear part 2 of the Adventures in Odyssey drama,…
Dec. 4, 2020
Season 4, Episode 3: A Heart-Warming Christmas Story (Pt. 1)
With the Christmas season now in full swing, John, Diane and Lisa will talk about their favorite Christmas movies and what they’re most grateful for this year. You’ll also hear part 1 of the Adventures in Odyssey drama, "It'…
Nov. 27, 2020
Season 4, Episode 2: Bringing Peace to Your Community
While Christmas can be a time to get together with family and friends, it’s also a beautiful opportunity to reach out to people in your community. John, Diane and Paul share about friends they admire for their willingness to…
Nov. 20, 2020
Season 4, Episode 1: Preparing for Advent
While 2020 has been a year filled with lots of twists and turns, the Christmas and Advent seasons can still give us hope. John, Lisa, Paul and Diane share how they’re planning to celebrate Christmas this year; and author Ash…
Nov. 16, 2020
Season 4 Preview
Welcome to Season 4 of the Christmas Stories podcast! John, Paul, Lisa and Diane are back this year to preview Season 4, and to share their favorite things of the holiday season. Get the Advent Calendar Join the AIO Club! Ge…