BONUS: What Should I Do If My Best Friend Isn’t in My Class Next Year? | Kids Devotional Carpooling with Jesus

Hey Carpool Crew!What happens when the school year ends… and you find out your best friend isn’t in your class next year?In today’s episode of What Should I Do If…, Pastor Justin talks about the disappointment kids feel when they realize they won’t sit by, laugh with, or spend every school day with their closest friend anymore. If your child is nervous, sad, or frustrated about changing classes, this episode reminds them that real friendship is bigger than a classroom assignment.Using Proverbs 17:17, kids will learn that true friends love “at all times,” not just when they share the same teacher. Pastor Justin shares a personal story from his own childhood, offers practical ways to stay connected with friends, and encourages kids to trust God as they step into a new school year full of new opportunities and friendships.This episode is perfect for:Kids worried about changing classes next yearChildren struggling with friendship anxietyFamilies preparing for back-to-school transitionsParents wanting faith-based conversations about friendship and changeElementary students dealing with disappointment at schoolMain Takeaway:A classroom change does not end a real friendship.Scripture:“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time.” — Proverbs 17:17 (CSB)Family Discussion Question:Have you ever been separated from a friend before? What helped you stay connected?🔗 Listen & Subscribe🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4gUygJo🎧 Carpooling with Jesus: https://apple.co/3Zt7lvO✨ Goodnight Psalms: https://apple.co/4nPQBJy🚗 Carpooling with Heroes of the Bible: https://apple.co/42UWrBm🎧 Subscribe on Spotify: https://bit.ly/SpotifySubscribe✨ Spotify Plus: https://bit.ly/SpotifyPlus📱 Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/CPWJFB🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/YoutubeCPWJ📸 Instagram: https://bit.ly/carpooling-insta🎵 TikTok: https://bit.ly/TikTokCarpoooling🎁 Free Stickers: https://bit.ly/CarpoolingStickers🎤 Book a Shout Out: https://bit.ly/booktheshoutout❓ Submit a Question: https://bit.ly/4bgCQir📰 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/Carpool-UnpackedIf your child is worried about not being in the same class as their best friend next year, this Christian kids podcast episode offers encouragement, biblical truth, and practical help for handling school transitions. Perfect for elementary kids dealing with friendship changes, back-to-school anxiety, classroom disappointment, and learning how to trust God through change. This episode helps kids understand healthy friendships, staying connected with friends, and building confidence in new school environments.