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Ephesians 3:20-21 A trip to a huge abandoned factory turns into an adventure in discovery for C.J. and Ned! There are more machines than they can count! But instead of sharing their enthusiasm, the new owner wishes they had never come. Meanwhile, the girls learn that some Christians settle for less than God's best.
Joshua 1:9 King Saul's victories on the battlefield lead his nation to prosperity, but when he refuses to obey Samuel's instruction, Saul pays a great price. God directs Samuel to select for Israel a new king; a man after God's own heart.
Galatians 5:16 A storm of destruction is coming, and King Saul doesn't see it. When Saul hears the words of his advisors more loudly than the direction of the Lord, his distraction threatens to destroy an entire nation.
Isaiah 6:8 A reluctant king rises to the challenge of leading a nation. King Saul's humility and obedience brings his people back to worshipping God. But as the Philistine armies prepare to attack the king's faith is put to the ultimate test.
Psalm 32:8 "We want a king like the other nations!" The nation of Israel turns its back on God's leadership and calls for a king to be chosen from among them. But following God's direction, the Prophet Samuel makes an unlikely choices—a man whose last job was rounding up wild donkeys!
Romans 5:3-4 It's the first day of summer and C.J. and Ned are dreaming of sailing on the high seas! But when Captain Gus shows them what it really takes to be a sailor they discover their ideas are all wet. Meanwhile Paw Paw Chuck helps a drifter learn that real freedom means being anchored to something.
1 Timothy 1:13-14 The thrilling conclusion to the Goliath, King of Shadow Valley series finds Chuck experiencing new life in Christ and a new mission. This broadcast also features an interview with Paws & Tales creators Dave Carl and Eric Baesel discussing why the Goliath series was written.
Psalm 103:11-12 Bandits are kidnapping children from surrounding villages, throwing the entire mountainside into chaos. Chuck reluctantly helps recover the children in a daring rescue that earns him a new name—Paw Paw Chuck. But the wounds of his past life as Goliath are slow to heal and he faces a life-changing decision: to move forward, or to live forever in the past!
1 Timothy 1:15-16 Barely escaping alive from Shadow Valley, Goliath—now Chuck—relies on the help of a kindly country preacher Pastor Flint and his daughter Cindy. But healing one's physical wounds is not the same as healing a wounded heart. When the bandits from Wild Mountain begin kidnapping the children from surrounding villages, Chuck is called back into action. But will the shadow of his past keep him from facing his future?
1 Timothy 1:15-16 When an attempt to show mercy causes his enemies to rise up against him, King Goliath becomes a fugitive in his own land. His only hope of survival is to somehow escape Shadow Valley!
James 1:14-15 Goliath finds his way in the strange land he now rules! The story of how Paw Paw Chuck came to know Christ continues. This week, Goliath meets Ava, a crazy yet seemingly wise woman who lives in a tower in the castle. She tells Goliath something that could change his life, but can she be trusted?
James 1:14-15 Paw Paw Chuck reveals the next chapter in the story of his life before coming to know Jesus. His reputation as Goliath grows as he viciously fights back bandits on Wild Mountain. But facing an ambush and certain death, he is given an offer too good to refuse—a chance to escape and be ruler over his own army in a place called Shadow Valley.
2 Corinthians 5:17 Handyman, teacher, mentor, and friend. Paw Paw Chuck is all of these things to the kids in The Club. But will all that change when they find out who Paw Paw Chuck used to be?
Psalm 26:2-3 Staci makes a new friend that helps her understand "truth speaks even when we don't want it to." That mysterious saying leads Staci to a discovery of how important it is to love the things God loves. Meanwhile, C.J. has to face the truth about himself when his new friend reveals a dishonest streak!
Matthew 5:8 C.J. befriends Saint Merrion, a member of the Big White Church. When she decides not to return to her strange church to spend every day of her life telling others about Jesus, C.J. helps Saint Merrion realize she has a lot to learn about the world she hopes to witness to. Together they discover that the purity of our heart is more important than our outward appearance.
1 Corinthians 9:22 Paw Paw Chuck and C.J. make a delivery to a local church in Pleasant Valley, a town that sounds like... well, a pleasant place to visit. But when the townspeople describe the members of the Big White Church, it doesn't sound like any group of Christians Paw Paw Chuck and C.J. have ever heard of.
Jeremiah 29:11 C.J. befriends a group of weak and pitiful creatures. He gets the surprise of his life when he discovers they don't want his help! Meanwhile, Tiffany learns she has a terrible illness that can only be cured if she changes who she is from the inside out!
Matthew 16:25 Staci welcomes a new arrival to Wildwood and her whole world is turned upside down! Eunice McGruff convinces Staci that if you want anything in this world you have to make it happen for yourself. Staci likes what she hears, but what does God say?
Psalm 51:10-12 Ol' Gus tells the Bible story of Achan, a man who disobeyed God and suffered for it. Meanwhile, Marsha's food and blanket drive for the needy in Wildwood is coming together nicely. But when Marsha falls to temptation, she finds herself in Achan's place!
Romans 12:15 It's a battle between the haves and the have nots! With his father making a lot of money working for Mr. Rockler, C.J. quickly finds himself on the outs with his jealous friends. New clothes, new privileges, even Tiffany thinks C.J. is alright! When God told us to "weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice," He didn't mean we have to be happy for C.J., or did He?
Ephesians 6:12 Mr. Rockler's new railroad threatens to run right over The Fortress! Now The Club must band together to save it. They don't know it yet, but the battle is for much more than their clubhouse... it's a spiritual battle for the future of Shadow Valley!
Psalm 23:1 C.J. and Ned are shepherds for a day! Really, how tough can it be? But when wolves plan an attack, C.J. and Ned learn first-hand it's not as easy as it seems.
1 Peter 1:3 C.J. thinks he knows everything about Easter. He's heard it all before. But he's never experienced an Easter like this! Discover with C.J. what it means to be a true believer of Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 4:11-12 It's time for a spiritual workout! C.J. and Gooz try to use the gifts God has given them. But when they meet some unexpected failures they vow to give up and never use their gifts again! Find out how a little "gift exercise" will help keep you spiritually strong.
Colossians 3:23 Marsha goes head-to-head with spelling bee champ Tiffany Rockler. When Tiffany shows her true colors, Marsha must decide if the championship is worth winning at any cost. It's a real D-I-L-E-M-M-A!
1 Chronicles 29:14 "The Fortress" is finally complete. But The Club can't agree on what to use it for! Surprised by an uninvited guest, The Club must work together to discover the fortress' true purpose.
1 Corinthians 12:4-7 C.J. and Ned see Hugh and his gang committing a crime and C.J. alerts the authorities. But Hugh discovered that C.J. turned him in and wants revenge! Now The Club must protect one another from Hugh and his cronies. In his weakest moment, C.J. discovers he has a gift that could only have come from God.
Ephesians 4:25 Ned and C.J. break something in the Collins Mansion. Instead of confessing and asking for forgiveness, they try to hide the evidence. Now, what should have been a small matter becomes a volcano in the hands of Mrs. Collins' sister Eunice McGruff!
Isaiah 12:2 Opening night of Miss Harbor's new play is just days away but the star is sick! Or is he? Staci and Marsha do their best to cure him, but C.J.'s real problem is fear. Will he find the real remedy in time to save the play?
1 John 1:9 A defiant Ned trespasses into an abandoned mine looking for gold. But what he finds there is more than he planned on! Now the results of Ned's sin are growing out of control and begin to affect his friends. Will Ned, C.J., Staci, and Gooz do the right thing before the Scarlet Stain spreads?
Romans 8:28 All they want to do is spend a day fishing at Blossom Lake, but Paw Paw Chuck and Staci are distracted at every turn. If God causes all things to work together for good, why is there no good in sight? Staci learns a valuable lesson about how God orders our every step to accomplish His will.
John 14:15 C.J. wants to run away from his problems...any place where they don't have rules. But he quickly discovers that running away from his problems just makes more problems...for himself and for others! Will C.J. be able to escape his new life in time to save his father?
Ephesians 4:32 Hugh brags that his soapbox derby car is faster than Staci's and dares her to try it out. Never one to back away from a challenge, Staci takes Hugh's car for a spin... a spin that turns into disaster at the bottom of Hunker Hill! Now The Club must decide whether to seek revenge, or to forgive.
1 Samuel 16:7 Officer Hunt is on the case of a real "whodunit!" Gold and cargo have been stolen from Captain Reginald's ship and Hunt must find the burglar. Did Officer Hunt arrest the right man, or will the real thief escape with all the gold? Things aren't as easy as they seem in this Paws & Tales caper.
2 Thessalonians 3:13 There's been a robbery at Mr. Crawford's general store. Staci thinks she saw the culprit, but is warned by a mysterious visitor that if she knows what's good for her, she'll keep her mouth shut! Meanwhile, C.J. discovers the hard way that receiving God's forgiveness isn't hard at all.
1 Samuel 13:23 Everyone is excited about Wildwood's newest and richest student... everyone that is except Miss Harbor. She realizes Tiffany doesn't want to play by anyone's rules but her own.
Numbers 32:23 Staci's new toy goes missing and only C.J. knows the truth but he's not telling...that is, until he hears a familiar tune.
Jeremiah 7:23 C.J.'s in a pickle. He knows God wants him to do something he doesn't want to do. Captain Gus reminds C.J. of the story of what happened to someone in a similar situation—someone named Jonah!
Philippians 2:3-4 The big go-cart race is coming up. But without teamwork, The Club discovers just how hard it is to be on the winning team.
John 8:31-32 The slick traveling salesman, Dr. Theron promises to teach C.J. the secrets of success and fame. But C.J. must decide whom he wants to follow more, "the good doctor" or "The Good Shepherd."
Luke 12:15 After finding a beehive that makes the world's best honey, C.J. goes into business and finds that he hasn't the time for anyone or anything that doesn't make him more money!
Romans 13:9 C.J. and Staci have to finish an important list of errands for Paw Paw Chuck, but they find themselves delayed and falling further behind at every turn. Just when they are within sight of their deadline, they find an injured skunk in need of help. Will they risk disappointing Paw Paw Chuck to help someone in need?
1 Timothy 1:18-19 C.J. has a job! He is filling in for the injured keeper of the lighthouse. But if he doesn't start taking it more seriously, a ship full of sailors might not make it to port—ever!
Genesis 1:1 Wally Wicket, a new friend, thinks you can't believe in something you can't see...including God! But on a campout on Wild Mountain with Paw Paw Chuck and The Club, Wally sees first-hand that some things may be invisible but very real.
Romans 12:6 After losing all confidence in her ability to do anything well, Staci is given a mysterious gift that may just change the way she thinks of herself forever.
Proverbs 10:17 When The Club misbehaves in the Collins Mansion, Paw Paw Chuck has to give them all a good scolding. But when his warning goes unheeded, the kids learn the dangerous consequences of their actions.
Leviticus 19:15 C.J.'s dad, Theo, is in for the legal battle of his life. As he struggles to do the right thing, he discovers that not only does the whole town want him to give up—so does C.J.!
2 Corinthians 6:18 Staci wishes she was a princess so she could help those in need. Soon, she learns every believer has the King as their Father and that our prayers make a difference in ways we cannot even imagine.
Joshua 1:9 The town bully, Hugh McClaw, has warned The Club his cousin Joey is coming to town for a visit, and they have plans to make trouble for The Club. They just might take over the clubhouse and make it their own!
Acts 20:35 After finding a treasure of pirate coins, Gooz has to decide the best way to handle her new-found wealth. Meanwhile Staci and The Club are at odds on how to spend their club dues.
Proverbs 3:34 "I know who set fire to the Collins Mansion!" C.J. discovers a clue that unlocks the mystery of how the fire was started. Now Mrs. Collins must figure out how the culprit should be punished. Find out how showing a little grace can change a hardened heart!
Proverbs 10:25 The very first Paws & Tales episode! C.J. and Staci set out to build a clubhouse, but they build it in an old rotten tree. Discover why having a good foundation is essential to building a godly life.
John 14:12 Alma teaches Staci, Marsha, and Gooz how to put their faith into action with a "hug from God supper" program. But will the town rally behind the girls' efforts? Meanwhile, the boys help Alex realize his factory's amazing potential.
Ephesians 3:20-21 A trip to a huge abandoned factory turns into an adventure in discovery for C.J. and Ned! There are more machines than they can count! But instead of sharing their enthusiasm, the new owner wishes they had never come. Meanwhile, the girls learn that some Christians settle for less than God's best.
Joshua 1:9 King Saul's victories on the battlefield lead his nation to prosperity, but when he refuses to obey Samuel's instruction, Saul pays a great price. God directs Samuel to select for Israel a new king; a man after God's own heart.
1 Peter 1:3 C.J. thinks he knows everything about Easter. He's heard it all before. But he's never experienced an Easter like this! Discover with C.J. what it means to be a true believer of Jesus Christ.
Galatians 5:16 A storm of destruction is coming, and King Saul doesn't see it. When Saul hears the words of his advisors more loudly than the direction of the Lord, his distraction threatens to destroy an entire nation.
Isaiah 6:8 A reluctant king rises to the challenge of leading a nation. King Saul's humility and obedience brings his people back to worshipping God. But as the Philistine armies prepare to attack the king's faith is put to the ultimate test.
Psalm 32:8 "We want a king like the other nations!" The nation of Israel turns its back on God's leadership and calls for a king to be chosen from among them. But following God's direction, the Prophet Samuel makes an unlikely choices—a man whose last job was rounding up wild donkeys!
Romans 5:3-4 It's the first day of summer and C.J. and Ned are dreaming of sailing on the high seas! But when Captain Gus shows them what it really takes to be a sailor they discover their ideas are all wet. Meanwhile Paw Paw Chuck helps a drifter learn that real freedom means being anchored to something.
1 Timothy 1:13-14 The thrilling conclusion to the Goliath, King of Shadow Valley series finds Chuck experiencing new life in Christ and a new mission. This broadcast also features an interview with Paws & Tales creators Dave Carl and Eric Baesel discussing why the Goliath series was written.
Psalm 103:11-12 Bandits are kidnapping children from surrounding villages, throwing the entire mountainside into chaos. Chuck reluctantly helps recover the children in a daring rescue that earns him a new name—Paw Paw Chuck. But the wounds of his past life as Goliath are slow to heal and he faces a life-changing decision: to move forward, or to live forever in the past!
1 Timothy 1:15-16 Barely escaping alive from Shadow Valley, Goliath—now Chuck—relies on the help of a kindly country preacher Pastor Flint and his daughter Cindy. But healing one's physical wounds is not the same as healing a wounded heart. When the bandits from Wild Mountain begin kidnapping the children from surrounding villages, Chuck is called back into action. But will the shadow of his past keep him from facing his future?
1 Timothy 1:15-16 When an attempt to show mercy causes his enemies to rise up against him, King Goliath becomes a fugitive in his own land. His only hope of survival is to somehow escape Shadow Valley!
James 1:14-15 Goliath finds his way in the strange land he now rules! The story of how Paw Paw Chuck came to know Christ continues. This week, Goliath meets Ava, a crazy yet seemingly wise woman who lives in a tower in the castle. She tells Goliath something that could change his life, but can she be trusted?
James 1:14-15 Paw Paw Chuck reveals the next chapter in the story of his life before coming to know Jesus. His reputation as Goliath grows as he viciously fights back bandits on Wild Mountain. But facing an ambush and certain death, he is given an offer too good to refuse—a chance to escape and be ruler over his own army in a place called Shadow Valley.
2 Corinthians 5:17 Handyman, teacher, mentor, and friend. Paw Paw Chuck is all of these things to the kids in The Club. But will all that change when they find out who Paw Paw Chuck used to be?
Psalm 26:2-3 Staci makes a new friend that helps her understand "truth speaks even when we don't want it to." That mysterious saying leads Staci to a discovery of how important it is to love the things God loves. Meanwhile, C.J. has to face the truth about himself when his new friend reveals a dishonest streak!
Matthew 5:8 C.J. befriends Saint Merrion, a member of the Big White Church. When she decides not to return to her strange church to spend every day of her life telling others about Jesus, C.J. helps Saint Merrion realize she has a lot to learn about the world she hopes to witness to. Together they discover that the purity of our heart is more important than our outward appearance.
1 Corinthians 9:22 Paw Paw Chuck and C.J. make a delivery to a local church in Pleasant Valley, a town that sounds like... well, a pleasant place to visit. But when the townspeople describe the members of the Big White Church, it doesn't sound like any group of Christians Paw Paw Chuck and C.J. have ever heard of.
Jeremiah 29:11 C.J. befriends a group of weak and pitiful creatures. He gets the surprise of his life when he discovers they don't want his help! Meanwhile, Tiffany learns she has a terrible illness that can only be cured if she changes who she is from the inside out!
Isaiah 9:6 Just days before Christmas, a mysterious illness spreads through the town sapping everyone of their strength and their hopes of winning the big Christmas decorating contest. With only hours before the judges arrive, can The Club find a way to save Christmas or has everyone been making Christmas something it's not?
John 10:10 On the way to perform their Christmas pageant in Modesty, The Club, Paw Paw Chuck, and Miss Harbor run into an unexpected delay. Forced to seek shelter in a hillside home, the group help a man and his son find healing, restoration, and a reason to have the Christmas spirit.
Psalm 116:12-14 During the school gift exchange Miss Harbor challenges her class not just to appreciate the gift, but spend time being thankful for the giver. Through her challenge, The Club discovers the depth of God's love.
James 1:17 When gifts begin mysteriously appearing on doorsteps all over Wildwood, Ned and Tiffany join forces to reveal the identity of the Christmas Gift-Giving Bandit. What they discover is a special lesson in God's goodness and counting His blessings.