Inspirational Videos

Chris Turner is an Army veteran who now works for the Postal Service as a mail carrier. He lived in Germany for four years and was deployed several times to the war in Bosnia. During his time in the military, Chris was trained in combat first aid. “You’d have to give IV’s and CPR, and if anyone was ever to get injured, you’d know what to do.” He was medically retired after an injury and that’s when he went to work for the Postal Service, where they hired many veterans. Little did Chris know that his military training would come in handy one day during his routine route. This amazing man ran right into an apartment fire when he heard people crying out for help. He had noticed the flames and smokes near the end of his route and knew he needed to do something. That’s when he noticed a father and daughter on the second floor of the apartment complex. The fire was in the entranceway of the building, so the exit was blocked. Chris told the pair that they would have to jump out of the window in order to escape the flames. The teenage girl jumped into Chris’ arms but the father was afraid. Soon, firefighters arrived and they used a ladder to rescue the frightened dad. This everyday hero even gave the young girl his jacket to keep warm since she only had on a t-shirt and sweatpants. Both dad and daughter are now safe thanks to Chris and his quick thinking. God definitely put this man in the right place at the right time!

15-year-old Amanda Mena was raised in the Dominican Republic until the age of four. That is when her parents came to The United States and Amanda didn’t know a bit of English. Because of her language barrier, this sweet girl was bullied and teased at school. It was a tough season of her life, but Amanda turned to music to help deal with her emotions. Now, she’s hoping to turn that passion for music into a reality as she auditions on the big stage for America’s Got Talent. Even though she was a little nervous. Amanda was ready to impress the judges with her rendition of Aretha Franklin’s ‘Natural Woman.’ This teen may be young but her voice is well beyond her years. And she looked perfectly comfortable on the stage during the entire performance. Even Simon commented, “This is an audition that we’re going to remember for a long time.” But it was Mel B that really left the lasting impression. She said, “I’ve got all goose pimples all over. That was just crazy. I love you. I love your voice.” And then this fiery judge decided to send a message to all of those bullies from Amanda’s past by pressing the coveted golden buzzer. This means that Amanda will move straight to the live shows. It was truly a worthy performance and I’m so glad that everyone loves and appreciates this talented teen. I can’t wait to see the amazing song that she performs next. What about you?

In this day and age, it’s important to lift up the important moments where God completely shines through. It seems like every time that you turn on the news or watch a video, there is something bad going on. There is so much hate in our world today that it can be tough to find the positive aspects. God is alive and working all around us, even when we think He’s not there. And that’s so apparent in this recent moment on the beaches of Panama City. One woman witnessed the most amazing scene as beach goers gathered by the water to watch a baptism. Right there in the middle of the ocean, a new person gave their life to Christ and it’s absolutely beautiful. I couldn’t believe how many people were gathered to watch this incredible event. It’s truly a blessed moment when someone makes the decision to accept Jesus Christ in their hearts and give themselves to Him. The recorder captioned the moment by saying “Our God's not dead he is surely alive! Watching this happen right now on the beaches of Panama city! It's things like this that need to go viral!” I absolutely agree with this sentiment. I wish we could see more things like this on the news or on social media. I’m just so glad that this amazing baptism was all captured on video and now thousands of people are able to witness this moment. I bet there was a lot of ‘amens‘ on the beach that day!

25-year-old Daniel Emmet is a Rochester, NY native looking to make it big time. This aspiring singer has been performing in Las Vegas, but he’s hoping to reach a larger audience when he auditions for America’s Got Talent. Daniel came out on stage with an original song of his own that he hoped would impress the judges. He explained his style of performing as classical crossover and he’s ready to give this audition his all. But just a few verses into his song, Simon halts the entire performance. Even though the crowd was cheering for Daniel, judge Simon wanted to know if he had another song to perform. That’s when Daniel informed him that he only came prepared with his original number. “Just singing that song, that’s not enough,” Simon said. Just when Daniel thought all hope might be lost, the notoriously hard judge gave him a rare opportunity that I’ve never heard of before. He asked Daniel if he would be willing to learn a completely new song and come back in 1 hour for a second audition. Daniel accepted the challenge and spent the next 60 minutes learning the lyrics and melody to a song he knew nothing about. The song was Il Divo’s “Passera” and it required Daniel to sing in Italian. But when he returns to the stage for a second chance, the audience was on their feet within seconds. Simon was exactly right about this special singer and Daniel truly has a talented voice when paired with the right tune. The judges all voted him on to the next round and now Daniel will really have to bring his ‘A’ game for the next performance.

Brenda’s heart was breaking as she watched her son, Jonathan, slip into a terrible depression. Jonathan found himself in a dark place and even told his mom on the phone one day ‘it’s not how I’m gonna commit suicide Mum, it’s when I’m gonna do it.’ Brenda knew her son was crying out for help so she reassured him that he was loved and she would always be there for him. Thankfully, Jonathan was able to pull himself out of the depths and turn his entire life around. He quit drinking alcohol, started exercising and even began his own roofing business. Brenda is so proud of her son that she wanted to give him a very special surprise. That’s when she contacted The Kyle And Jackie O radio show. These disc jockeys are known for giving back to those in the community and that’s exactly what’s about to happen to Jonathan today. The hosts had their groundskeeper contact Jonathan’s company about coming out to look at a leaky roof in the studio. Jonathan has no idea that this is all an elaborate set-up to get him to the station for his surprise. Just watch as he enters the studio, thinking he is there for a job. After a few minutes, they ask Jonathan to sit down and they let him know that his mom told the hosts all about his inspirational story. That’s when they give him the biggest surprise of all, a check for $10,000. No wonder everyone is in tears right now. What an amazing giveback!

‘One of these days and it won't be long. I'll rejoin them in a song. I'm gonna join the family circle at the Throne. No, the circle won't be broken. By and by, Lord, by and by.’ The talented ensemble of VoicePlay never cease to amaze me with their incredible harmonies and songs. Somehow, they always manage to choose the perfect tune to showcase their talent and skill. And this a cappella doesn’t just sing, they put on a full performance each and every time. Today, they’re covering a Johnny Cash classic and it’s one song you don’t want to miss. We’ve all heard the original ‘Daddy Sang Bass’ but you’ve definitely never heard a version quite like this. VoicePlay puts their own spin on this classic and it’s absolutely amazing. I just love how it starts out slow and then when they chorus kicks in, the sound completely changes. There's no doubt that this group can sing but hearing them perform this Johnny Cash tune was beyond awesome. I just love how all of their voices blend together to produce a sound like no other. There's nothing like hearing a good old-fashioned song and it's even better when it's a cappella. This classic really transports me back in time. And I just can’t get over all of those talented voices. It must take a lot of hard work and practice to perfect a song like this, but these guys pulled it off seamlessly. I hope we get to hear more covers like this in the future!

Erin Lebo was in for the shock of her life when she spotted a black trash bag on the side of the road on day. She pulled over for closer inspection and was horrified to find a dog wrapped up inside. She immediately took the poor pup to a local veterinarian clinic where they discovered that this Shih Tzu was in pretty bad condition. Not only was he severely dehydrated, but he was also left blind and deaf from untreated ear and eye infections. The vet estimated that the dog, who they named Buddy, was probably left in the trash bag for 3 or 4 days before Erin came along. One of the saddest discoveries is when the vet determined that Buddy had most likely spent his whole life in a cage and this was one of his first experiences with kind human interaction. But the gruesome discoveries were far from over. Erin decided to go back to where she had found Buddy to see if there were any other clues to where he came from. That’s when Erin found multiple animal skeletons and what appeared to be doggy dumping ground. Thankfully, she found Buddy in time before he became another victim. Buddy will get to live out the rest of his days in a loving home that truly cares for him and shows him the care and affection that he’s been missing his entire life. I can’t believe someone would throw away innocent animals like this, but hopefully they will be caught and stopped soon.

‘It's alright, it's okay. Don't you let your troubles get in the way. Just believe and have faith, know that He's with you every day.’ There’s no doubt that little Caleb Serrano has a heart for the Lord. And this energetic little guy loves nothing more than giving praise to His name any way he can. Today, young Caleb is back on the Little Big Shots stage to lead Steve Harvey and the crowd in some amazing worship. Caleb may be young, but his voice and talent is well beyond his age. Just watch as he confidently steps onto the stage and starts to belt out the powerful words of Shirley Caesar's "It's Alright, It's Ok." These lyrics always touch a special place in my heart, but hearing them come from this little fella sends my heart soaring. I just love watching the younger generation praise the Lord and there’s nothing better than Caleb’s worship performance. Within seconds of starting to sing, he has the whole crowd clapping along and I couldn’t help but join in. There’s even people raising their hands in praise right along with Caleb. He truly brought God to the stage and took everyone to church. And when he hits those notes at the end, I was in complete awe. This young man has a passion like I’ve never seen before and I sure hope that he keeps that fire alive for the Lord. Who else wants to hear more worship and praise from Caleb? I know I sure do!

As the summertime comes around, the kids are all ready to play and have some fun. There are a lot of great memories made during this time but there can also be hidden dangers that all parents should be aware of. This nightmare became a reality for Tanah Zuniga when her 17-month-old son fell into the family’s above ground pool. It was all captured on a surveillance camera as the little boy and his 2-year-old cousin were able to unlock the door and wander outside. The 2-year-old climbed up the ladder to the pool and his little cousin followed after him. The heart wrenching video shows the small boy going right under the water and his cousin trying to pull him up. But his efforts were not working, so the cousin walked back into the house and alerted the parents. That’s when you see both women rush outside and desperately grab the 17-month-old. "When we pulled him out of the water, he was already gone. He was completely blue. His lips were white. He was not moving. He was not breathing," Tanah said. Tanah’s sister, Karly, had previous CPR training, so she immediately went to work on the baby. Thankfully, he began to cough and breath on his own before the paramedics arrived. The toddler was then rushed to the hospital for additional treatment but was able to make a full recovery. Tanah recalls the moment by saying, "God brought my baby back. I truly believe that.” This is such a scary situation but an important warning for all of the parents out there that pools can be a dangerous risk for young children. Please take the proper precautions to make sure that something like this never happens to your child.

Motivational speaker and Christian Jefferson Bethke receives a lot of questions about God. As a popular speaker, he tries his best to answer them all by going straight to the source, The Bible. He never shies away from the tough topics and he always gives honest and open commentary. It’s definitely refreshing to hear a fellow Christian address some of the topics that come up from time to time. Today, Jefferson is talking about millennials and he’s a little bit frustrated by them. Jefferson considers himself a millennial, so he is not excluding himself in these discussions. There are definitely some things about his own habits that begin to frustrate him. He started the discussion by talking about coffee shops. Years ago, you had to go to the grocery store to get your coffee and now there are shops on every corner. But it seems like some of the specialty stores look down on the chain coffee shops, such as Starbucks or Caribou Coffee. But Jefferson points out that if these larger chains weren’t around, the coffee shop trend wouldn’t even exist. Jefferson draws this comparison with millennials and how they view the older generation, especially in the church community. Sometimes, the younger generation can look down on their predecessors and how they did things such as a ‘stuffy’ church with hymnals and a dress code. But ultimately, these older generations paved the way for us to worship in our own ways. Instead of having a superior attitude and a negative tone, we should be thankful for those that came before us and all they have done.

The talented men of The Virginia Gentlemen never fail to impress with their incredible vocal skills. This a cappella ensemble from The University Of Virginia always pick the most amazing songs to perform. And their voices have a way of coming together in the most perfect way. Today, these gentlemen are performing an incredible medley of classic tunes from from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons at their 65th Anniversary Concert. We’ve all heard these old school tunes and they definitely take you back to a different time. It was truly a different world when these songs were originally released and hearing them brings back some of the best memories of growing up. These a cappella men mashed up some of the best Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons songs and it’s a medley you don’t want to miss. You’ll get to hear some of the classics like ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’ and ‘Walk Like A Man.’ There’s so much talent in this medley that I can’t even pick a favorite moment. I know it must’ve taken a lot of time and practice to perfect this performance but these men pulled it off seamlessly. What an incredible arrangement from Yo Han Hong. These men truly have a gift for singing and performing and I'm so glad that they are sharing that gift with the world. They always seem to pick the perfect covers to showcase their amazing talent and this medley is a great fit. I’m just in awe of this incredible performance. Who else agrees?

Clayton Jennings is a Christian father and motivational speaker. He always tackles the tough topics that can sometimes be hard to discuss. But he approaches these situations from a biblical perspective. Clayton wants everyone to hear the message of God and the receive the gift of eternal life. Today, this speaker is taking on a topic that has come to the forefront of our nation at the current time. As suicide rates continue to rise, we must be vigilant to come to the aid of our friends and neighbors that may be struggling. Sometimes, we may not even know that someone is in pain but it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms associated with depression and anxiety. Clayton decided to make a message for anyone struggling and looking for help. He penned a powerful spoken word titled ‘Please Don’t Kill Yourself’ and it is incredibly moving. It tells the story of someone who went through a period of depression and at the age of 18, tried to end his own life. On the outside everything seemed fine, but on the inside there was pain and suffering. Clayton’s message is that God wants to help you. He wants to stand by your side and silence all of the noise. He will pull you out of the darkness and into His amazing light. You are never alone with God by your side and He is ready and willing to shelter you in His loving arms. This is such a powerful message that is resonating with a lot of hearts around the world. If you or someone you love is suffering from depression, please seek help and know that there is are thousands of people all over the world praying for you.

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The church was called by God to influence the world. But instead, we are in a church age that is being influenced by the world. To reach the world we NEED TO BECOME LIKE JESUS; love what He loves, hate what He hates, do as He did, and give ourselves as He gave Himself.

From the moment she was born, Hattie Montgomery was labeled as 'big.' Even though she was an active child, her eating habits caused her to continue to gain weight. By the time she was in high school, Hattie was over 300 pounds and had been on the receiving end of many bullies and their cruel comments on her looks. “Every day going to school, being kicked, being spit on…it’s just so terribly painful to even go back there. I would frequently come home from school in tears just saying please don’t send me back there.” Hattie turned to food for comfort and her weight continued to grow. At the age of 24, Hattie experienced a devastating incident of sexual assault. A so-called friend left her for days at the home of debtor that he owed money to. Hattie was taken advantage of and that incident left her deeply scarred. Hattie describes the horrific time by saying “I didn’t die but all I wanted to do was die and from that point forward all I did was turn to food because I was so lost and so sad.” Her weight went up to 530 pounds and Hattie barely left the house. One of the only places that she went was to visit her grandparents. During one of these visits, her grandpa said something so simple, but powerful that it completely changed Hattie’s life. The very next day she decided that she wanted to live and turn her life around. Her incredible story of triumph in the face of such devastation is truly an inspiration.

There’s something about watching an entire orchestra come together to seamlessly perform a piece that truly leaves you in wonder. It takes so much time and practice for everyone to perfectly pull off such a number that it never ceases to amaze me. I can’t imagine the number of hours that were spent practicing and how long it took to get each instrument in sync and in perfect harmony with all the others. And one of the most important pieces of an orchestra is the conductor. This person is the leader of all the different sections and they are tasked with keeping time and giving direction. It’s not an easy position and it doesn’t get nearly the recognition it deserves. Just because you are not playing an instrument, does not mean that your position is any less important. When you’re a part of the orchestra, all eyes are on the conductor for cues. These players truly know the conductor’s worth and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks wanted to honor their conductor in a very special way. During a recent performance, they found out that it was the conductor’s birthday. They decided to pull off the ultimate surprise by performing a very special rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ just for their leader. Just watch as he walks to the stage ready to conduct when he is stunned with a musical serenade. The biggest smile breaks across his face and he can’t conceal his happiness in that particular moment. What a special moment all captured on camera. I know this will be a moment that he’ll never forget.

We all fell in love with the bittersweet love story of Joey and Rory Feek and their music. The two singers fell in love and became a popular duo on the country music scene. Sadly, in 2014, Joey was diagnosed with cervical cancer. After fighting an incredible battle for two years, this amazing woman went home to be with the Lord. Before her death, Joey left us with a number of beautiful music performances and videos of herself with her husband and daughter, Indiana. Though she may be gone from this earth, Joey is far from forgotten. Today, her husband Rory is returning to the musical stage to continue to share the gift of song. He's joined by his other two daughters, Heidi and Hope, at the kitchen table as he sings a special rendition of 'Someone You Used To Know.' Rory Feek helped write this song with Tim Johnson in 1998. This tune was recorded by Collin Raye and hit #3 on the country charts. During this acoustic performance, his daughters join in and it's absolutely incredible. Rory has such an amazing story to share and he's always been open about his love, loss and recovery. I'm so glad that he's returning to his roots and honoring Joey's memory in the sweetest way.

When an Animal Control Officer found 10 abandoned ducklings on the side of an expressway, she knew she needed to bring them in for safety. This officer went above and beyond to stop traffic on a busy road to round all 10 of these babies up. That's when the officer decided to drive them all to the South Winds Golf Club where there was a large pond. The golf club has their own pet duck, named Stella, and she recently gave birth to 9 ducklings of her own. As soon as the officer released the abandoned babies into the pond, Stella came swimming over. She swooped in and took the babies right under her wing and led them away. It was such a sweet sight to see her welcome them all with open wings. Who knows what would've happened to these sweet ducks if the officer hadn't of saved them from the freeway. But now, they get to live out their life with a loving new momma and 9 other siblings. This is definitely a happy ending to the story!

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.