The Jones Family Chronicles

When a group project at Glendale Christian Academy doesn’t go as planned, Allison finds herself wrestling with a kind of hurt that feels justified—and forgiveness that doesn’t come easily. As the day unfolds, she learns that forgiveness isn’t about ignoring pain or rushing past disappointment, but about choosing freedom one step at a time. Through quiet reflection, family devotion, and gentle guidance, this episode explores how forgiveness often takes patience, honesty, and courage. Forgiveness Took Time reminds listeners that grace doesn’t always arrive instantly—but when it stays, it brings healing, peace, and strength.

A simple mistake at Glendale Christian Academy becomes a quiet lesson in compassion as the Jones children learn that mercy often matters more than being right. Through a classroom moment, a playground choice, and an unhurried family devotion, this episode gently explores what it means to extend grace when others fall short—and when we do too. 

As kindness begins to change hearts at school and at home, even Mr. Thompson finds himself reflecting on mercy and feeling drawn closer to something deeper. This story reminds listeners that mercy doesn’t rush, doesn’t shame, and doesn’t leave—i...

As a new year begins, the Jones family steps into the quiet promise of fresh starts. At Glendale Christian Academy, two new sisters—Emma and Evelyn Patton—arrive carrying both hope and uncertainty, and the Jones children learn that new beginnings often unfold through simple acts of kindness, patience, and courage. At home and at school, conversations turn toward grace, belonging, and the mercies God offers each day. 

This episode gently explores how true new beginnings rarely arrive with noise or perfection, but through faithful steps, open hearts, and the willingness to make room for others—no matter...

As Christmas settles gently over the Jones household and Glendale Christian Academy, the season invites more than excitement and decorations—it invites reflection. 

Through school projects, family traditions, and a quiet Christmas morning, the Jones children begin to understand that the heart of Christmas isn’t found in noise or gifts, but in the stillness where Jesus first arrived. With warmth, wonder, and gentle reminders of faith, this episode explores how slowing down, noticing others, and making room in our hearts allows the true gift of Christmas to be felt.

In this episode of The Jones Family Chronicles, Addison finds herself in the middle of a quiet but unsettling moment when an envelope goes missing. What seems like a small problem begins to weigh heavier as uncertainty, assumptions, and responsibility settle in.

There are no explanations offered and no shortcuts provided. Instead, the experience unfolds as Addison sits with the discomfort of not knowing, the temptation to rush to conclusions, and the growing awareness that how we respond in small moments reveals who we are becoming.

The Lesson of the Lost Envelope is a reflective...

In this heartwarming episode of The Jones Family Chronicles, a peaceful Arizona evening is suddenly shattered by a thunderstorm so loud it rattles the Jones family windows—and their nerves. As the lightning cracks and the rain hammers down, the children scramble into the living room, blankets in tow, doing their best to be brave while their little hearts thump a bit louder than usual.

But the storm isn’t the only crisis of the night. A desperate call from across the street sends the family rushing to help their anxious neighbor and his terrified dog, Pickles. What...

This Thanksgiving, the Jones family discovers that gratitude isn’t just about turkey and table settings—it’s about opening your heart to someone who has forgotten what belonging feels like. As preparations swirl through the house, the kids notice something deeper stirring across the sidewalk: Mr. Thompson, their once-grumpy neighbor, is carrying a grief he’s never spoken aloud.

When the Joneses invite him to share Thanksgiving, the door opens not just to a meal, but to healing. Through laughter, stories, and a seat saved just for him, Mr. Thompson reveals the painful history behind his lonely h...

When Ana drifts into another vivid Bible dream, she and the Jones family find themselves in ancient Babylon—standing beside Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as the king’s golden statue towers above them. Addison tries to reason politely with the furious Nebuchadnezzar, Allison whispers that it’s “really hot in here,” Ava Grace quietly prays for protection, and little Andy points toward a mysterious “fourth man” walking in the flames. Through courage, laughter, and faith, the Jones kids learn that no matter how fierce the trial, the Son of God is always with us in the fire. (Daniel 3:25) Duration: 00:14:17

When Addison drifts into a vivid Bible dream, she finds the Jones family standing beside the Nile River—just in time to help young Miriam hide baby Moses in his tiny basket. Allison takes charge of “security operations” with flair, Ana nearly topples into the river chasing a frog, Ava Grace soothes the baby with a lullaby about Jesus, and little Andy decides he wants to climb in with Moses. But as Pharaoh’s daughter discovers the crying baby among the reeds, the Jones kids witness God’s hand at work—protecting the one who would one day deliver His people...

When Ava Grace drifts into a Bible dream, she and the Jones family find themselves sitting on a hillside by the Sea of Galilee—right in the middle of the crowd of 5,000. A young boy offers his small lunch of five loaves and two fish, and the Jones kids are swept up in the miracle that follows. Allison organizes the crowd into perfect rows, Addison becomes the world’s most enthusiastic bread distributor, Ana sneaks a few bites between blessings, and little Andy ends up wearing more fish than he eats. As Jesus blesses and multiplies the food until ever...

When a rainy night turns into a vivid dream, Allison finds herself—and the whole Jones family—helping Noah build the Ark! As thunder rolls and the world laughs, each of the Jones kids learns a unique lesson in obedience. Addison organizes the animals by color, Ana keeps trying to sneak in “extra pets,” Ava Grace comforts nervous sheep, and little Andy wanders off toward the elephants. But when the rain begins to fall, they all discover that trusting and obeying God’s voice—no matter what others think—is the safest place to be. Inspired by Genesis 6:22, this adventure remi...

A simple Saturday shopping trip turns into a frightening moment when little Andy slips away in a crowded store. Panic grips the Jones family—until Dad reminds them of the most powerful tool they have: calling on the Name of Jesus. In the middle of cereal boxes and checkout lines, the family learns firsthand that His Name brings peace, guidance, and protection. With Acts 4:12 as their anchor, the Jones kids discover that the Name of Jesus isn’t just for church services—it’s for every moment of life, even when chasing toddlers near a display of bouncy balls.

When the Jones family joins Brother Alexander for a Saturday of outreach, they learn that soul winning is more than handing out flyers—it’s loving people enough to invite them closer to Jesus. From porch conversations to prayers in their “Prayer Fort,” the kids discover that even small acts of kindness plant seeds of faith. But the biggest surprise comes on Sunday morning, when their once-grumpy neighbor, Mr. Thompson, walks into church for the very first time. With laughter, cookies, and heartfelt prayers, the Joneses discover that outreach begins with a simple invitation—and God writes the rest of the sto

When beloved teacher Sister Ward falls suddenly ill, the Jones family—and their entire school—are shaken. Hallways grow hushed, prayers fill classrooms, and the children discover how powerful it is to carry one another’s burdens before God. From Allison’s carefully planned prayer chain to Ana’s cozy “Prayer Fort,” from Addison’s Comfort Basket to Ava Grace’s gentle reminders that “Jesus sits with us,” the week becomes a living lesson in faith. Even grumpy neighbor Mr. Thompson joins in, surprising himself with a sidewalk prayer. As the Joneses wait, hope, and watch for God’s answer, they learn that...

From grocery store lines that feel endless to ice cream shops that run out of sprinkles, the Jones kids get more practice with patience than they ever expected. Allison wrestles with a juice-soaked chore chart, Addison faces the tragedy of “emotional starvation,” and Ana discovers that even chocolate sprinkles can surprise you when you give them a chance. With Dad’s reminder to Wait, Breathe, Pray, the whole family learns that patience isn’t boring—it’s brave. By the end of the week, they discover that waiting with trust makes every blessing taste a little sweeter.

Storms don’t just happen outside—they sometimes rumble through the Jones house too. From toppled chore charts and board game meltdowns to spilled grape juice and soggy shoes, each child faces their own “inside weather.” With Dad’s new family tool—Count, Cool, Choose—the kids learn how to pause, breathe, and respond instead of exploding. Through laughter, mistakes, and even a church object lesson with a pressure cooker and a teapot, the Jones family discovers that anger doesn’t have to leave a mess. When storms roll in, patience, forgiveness, and God’s Word can always bring the s

Friendliness Week continues, and the Jones kids soon discover that kindness takes creativity—and sometimes courage. Allison’s careful “Friendliness Plan” gets tested when a classmate stumbles, Addison helps turn a cafeteria spill into teamwork, and Ava Grace shows even a grumpy neighbor the gentleness of a kind word. From church greeter duty to a Saturday service project, the family learns that friendliness isn’t just a school assignment—it’s hospitality with shoes on, walking across streets, sitting with the lonely, and even rebuilding fences. By week’s end, the Joneses discover that every “hello” leaves a door open for God to work

It’s Friendliness Week at school, and the Jones kids are on a mission to practice kindness in every corner of their day. From the introduction of a brand-new Friendship Bench, to Addison bravely inviting the shy new girl Maya to sit with her, to Ava Grace’s gentle gift of a sunflower sticker, each child learns that even the smallest “hello” can open a big door. But as friendships shift and invisible fences appear, the Jones family begins to see that real friendliness requires more than a smile—it takes courage.

When a silly misunderstanding on the playground turns into a full-blown rumor, the Jones kids learn just how quickly gossip can spread—and how much it can hurt. Addison finds herself at the center of a wild story about mice, fainting, and the teacher’s lounge, all thanks to Ana’s exaggerated retelling. As whispers grow louder, Dad steps in with a powerful lesson: words can build up or tear down, but once spoken, they can’t be taken back. Through honesty, forgiveness, and a chapel object lesson involving toothpaste, the Jones family discovers that the antidote to gossip is truth...

In this heartwarming adventure, the Jones kids discover that kindness can turn an ordinary school day into something extraordinary. From standing up for a shy new classmate with a dinosaur lunchbox to launching their very own “Secret Kindness Club,” Allison, Addison, Ana, and Ava Grace find creative ways to spread encouragement around the playground and classroom.

But when glitter pens explode at home and tempers flare, the sisters learn an important truth: kindness isn’t just for the playground or public—it starts with family. Through laughter, mishaps, and Mom and Dad’s gentle guidance, the Jones children d...

Grandpa shares the story of the Jones family’s first day of a brand-new school year. Between Addison’s fashion choices, Ana’s whirlwind energy, Allison’s bossy leadership, and Andy’s flair for attention, the Jones house is buzzing with chaos and laughter. But little Ava Grace faces a much bigger challenge — the fear of something new. With a gentle reminder from Scripture and the courage to reach out, she discovers the blessing of friendship and learns that God is with us in every new beginning.

A heartwarming tale of faith, courage, and family fun that reminds chil...