Tiny Theologians

The shepherd ornament takes Miss Dee Livery into the fields near Bethlehem, where ordinary shepherds received the first announcement of Jesus’ birth. Angels filled the sky with praise, and the shepherds hurried to meet the newborn King. As we near Christmas, the Jesse Tree reminds us that Jesus came for everyone—and His birth is good news for the whole world.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today TJ and Tory's Dad uses the Joseph ornament to help reflect on Joseph’s obedience and courage. When the angel appears to him in Matthew 1, Joseph chooses faith—welcoming Jesus into his family and trusting God’s plan. Every ornament on the Jesse Tree shows us another piece of the story. Today, we see how Joseph’s trust becomes part of God’s beautiful plan to bring Jesus into the world.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Holding the heart ornament, Coach Faith explores the joyful meeting between Mary and Elizabeth. John leaps in the womb, Elizabeth praises God, and Mary sings of God’s mercy. Jesus hasn’t been born yet, but His presence is already bringing joy. The Jesse Tree reminds us that Jesus fills hearts with hope, worship, and joy.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mary ornament invites Tory and TJ into the moment when Gabriel appears to Mary with astonishing news: she will carry the Son of God! With a trusting heart, Mary says yes to God. Today on the Jesse Tree, we remember that welcoming Jesus means trusting Him with our whole hearts.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the angel ornament, Mr. Wiseman remembers Gabriel’s visit to Zechariah in Luke 1. Zechariah learns that his son, John, will prepare the way for the Lord. His silence ends in praise as he realizes God’s rescue plan is unfolding—Jesus is coming soon! The Jesse Tree reminds us each day that the long-awaited Savior is almost here.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Farmer Caroline and The fish ornament help lead us into Jonah’s story—running from God, swallowed by a great fish, and given a second chance. Jesus uses Jonah’s story to point to His own death and resurrection after three days in the tomb. As the Jesse Tree continues, we celebrate that Jesus offers the greatest second chance ever given—the chance to be forgiven and made new.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the stump-and-shoot ornament, Tory and TJ explore Isaiah’s prophecy: a shoot would grow from the stump of Jesse. Though David’s royal line looked cut off, God promised a new King—Jesus—who would bring life from what seemed dead. The Jesse Tree points us to this hope: Jesus brings new life, even in the most unexpected places.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The altar ornament and Mr. Truman reminds us of Elijah’s showdown on Mount Carmel. God sent fire from heaven to show He alone is God. Elijah called people back to the Lord—but Jesus is the true and better Elijah who brings hearts to life through His Spirit. As the Jesse Tree grows, we remember that only Jesus can turn our hearts fully back to God.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s crown ornament points Mrs. Wiseman to the moment David was anointed in 1 Samuel 16. David was a good king—but not perfect. God promised a forever King would come from David’s family, and that King is Jesus. All Advent long, the Jesse Tree leads us to the true King of Kings, whose reign is righteous, loving, and eternal.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the sling ornament in hand, Tory and TJ revisit David’s courageous victory in 1 Samuel 17. David stood in Israel’s place and defeated the giant—pointing us to Jesus, who stands in our place to defeat sin and death. The Jesse Tree teaches us that Jesus is our champion and hero. His victory becomes ours, and through Him we have true freedom.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mr. Reed holds the wheat ornament and remembers Ruth’s story—a story of kindness, redemption, and belonging. Boaz redeemed Ruth and brought her into his family, pointing to Jesus, our Redeemer, who welcomes us into God’s family. During Advent, the Jesse Tree helps us remember: we don’t earn God’s love. Jesus redeems us by grace.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the tent ornament hung up, Tory and TJ explore Exodus 25 and John 1:14. God’s presence once lived in the tabernacle, but in Jesus, God came to dwell with us face-to-face. The Jesse Tree reminds us that our God is not far away. In Jesus, He came close—moving into our world so we could know Him forever.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The serpent ornament brings Mr. Truman to Numbers 21, where God healed His people when they looked at the bronze serpent lifted high. Jesus uses this moment to explain His own mission: He would be lifted up on the cross to save all who trust in Him. On the Jesse Tree, each sign points us to Jesus. Today we remember that looking to Christ brings life—now and forever.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tj and Tory's Mom joins this episode to talk about how the stone-tablet ornament reminds us of God giving the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20. The law shows us God’s holiness—and our need for a Savior who obeys perfectly. That Savior is Jesus. As we journey through Advent, we rejoice that Jesus fulfilled the law for us and offers us His perfect righteousness.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The lamb ornament brings Tory and TJ to the first Passover in Exodus 12. God saved His people through the blood of a spotless lamb—pointing ahead to Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. This Advent, the Jesse Tree walks us closer each day to the moment when the true Lamb would come. Jesus gives His life so that we may live.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s burning-bush ornament helps Tory and TJ revisit Exodus 3, when God called Moses and revealed His name: “I AM.” Jesus uses the same name later, showing us He is the eternal God who rescues His people. Each day of the Jesse Tree reminds us that God sees, God hears, and God saves. Through Jesus—the true and better Moses—we see God’s power and His nearness.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the colorful coat ornament, Mr. Wiseman remembers Joseph—deeply loved, betrayed, and yet used by God to save many lives. Joseph’s story in Genesis 37 and 50 points to Jesus, who was also rejected and betrayed but gave His life so that we could be saved. As the Jesse Tree grows, we’re learning that God can turn even the hardest moments into something good and redemptive—just like He did through Jesus.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ladder ornament leads Tory and TJ into Jacob’s dream from Genesis 28—a stairway reaching from earth to heaven. Jesus later tells us that He is the way to God. Where sin separates us, Jesus restores us. Through the Jesse Tree, we’re seeing how every story points to Jesus. Today reminds us that God came down to us so that we could be brought back to Him forever.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Farmer Caroline joins us to revisit the powerful story from Genesis 22. God asked Abraham to offer Isaac—but then provided a ram in his place. This moment points forward to the greatest gift of all: Jesus, God’s own Son, who would one day be sacrificed so we could live. Every ornament on the Jesse Tree shows us more of God’s rescue plan. Today, we remember that Jesus is the Lamb who takes our place and gives us life.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s star ornament helps Tory and TJ remember God’s big promise to Abraham. In Genesis 12 and 15, God showed Abraham the night sky and promised that his family would one day be more numerous than the stars. That promise was ultimately pointing to Jesus—the descendant who would bless the whole world and bring people from every nation into God’s family. The Jesse Tree keeps showing us that God always keeps His promises. Every star reminds us that Jesus is God’s greatest promise kept.Follow Us:Instagram | Website | Newsletter Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.