Story Behind
Each week, the team behind GodTube and GodUpdates tells the stories behind popular Christian songs, trending news stories, and Christian celebrities. The podcast explores the inspiration and history behind these topics. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Christian entertainment and news world.
Episodes
William Shatner and Daughter Melanie Beat Cancer After Supporting Each Other Through Treatment
Star Trek actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, faced frightening cancer diagnoses just one year apart, with William battling stage 4 melanoma and Melanie undergoing treatment for aggressive breast cancer. Through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and emotional moments of uncertainty, the father and daughter leaned on each other for strength, and today both are cancer-fr
Dad Donates Part of His Liver to Save Baby Son's Life on His Birthday
New York father Brian gave his baby boy, Benjamin, the ultimate birthday gift when he donated part of his liver to save his son's life on his own birthday. Diagnosed shortly after birth with a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder called OTC deficiency, Benjamin desperately needed a liver transplant, and his father's selfless act gave him a second chance at a healthy life. Listen For: How baby
Twins Celebrate 100th Birthday Together and Share Their Secrets to a Long Life
Twins Jane Southwick and Bill Abbott celebrated their 100th birthday together, marking a century of family memories, remarkable adventures, and resilience through life's challenges. Born in Hawaii in 1926, the twins have lived through World War II, personal loss, and countless milestones, and now share how staying active, cherishing family, and finding joy in everyday moments have helped them embr
9-Year-Old Finds Uncle’s Wedding Ring in Minnesota Lake 10 Years After It Vanished
Stephen Meyers thought his wedding ring was gone for good after losing it while swimming in Minnesota’s Lake Belle Taine 10 years ago, despite his family repeatedly searching for it. Then his 9-year-old niece, Harper, spotted the ring shimmering in shallow water, making an especially meaningful discovery after her own family endured the loss of their home in the California wildfires. Listen
17 Labor and Delivery Nurses Are Pregnant at the Same Ohio Hospital
Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, is experiencing a remarkable baby boom, with 17 labor and delivery nurses expecting babies of their own. Some are first-time moms, while others are growing their families alongside close friends and coworkers, including two nurses who trust each other so deeply that one plans to have the other help deliver her baby. Listen For: How hospital staff gradually
Dad Loses Leg Saving 2-Year-Old Daughter From Oncoming Truck
California dad Jordan Stannard lost his left leg after pushing his 2-year-old daughter, Sadie, to safety moments before an oncoming pickup truck struck him. Despite serious injuries and hours of daily physical therapy, the father of two is determined to recover, return to an active life, and pursue his goal of running the 2027 Los Angeles Marathon. Listen For: The split-second decision Jordan ma
Woman Marries Organ Donor’s Brother Decades After Life-Saving Liver Transplant
Brooklyn Dotson was given just three days to live before receiving a life-saving liver transplant from 10-year-old organ donor Michael Waters, who died in a car accident. Decades later, Brooklyn’s connection to Michael’s family became an extraordinary love story when her childhood friendship with his younger brother, Noah, blossomed into romance and marriage, a journey their families s
School Staff Save Student After Cardiac Arrest in Band Class
California high school sophomore Mark Moon went into sudden cardiac arrest during band class, prompting school staff to spring into action with CPR, an AED, and a coordinated emergency response. The AED shocked Mark’s heart back into rhythm, and after receiving further treatment at the hospital, he says he is grateful to be recovering and getting back to normal. Listen For: The frightening
Hero Kids Rescue Missing Dog Days After Terrifying Car Crash
A group of kids paddleboarding in Vermilion, Ohio, helped rescue Sugar, an injured dog who had been missing for days after being thrown from a vehicle during a terrifying rollover crash. Ten-year-old Maverick Sharon spotted Sugar trapped among rocks along the shoreline, setting off a rescue involving his family, police, firefighters, and other first responders that ultimately brought the beloved d
Alabama First Responder Reunites With Baby Whose Life He Saved
Alabama firefighter and paramedic Justin Ramsey helped save newborn baby John after the infant had gone nearly 10 minutes without breathing, finally opening his eyes and taking a breath during the ambulance ride. Months later, the first responder reunited with the healthy, smiling baby in an emotional moment that gave him the rare chance to see the beautiful ending to a life-saving emergency call.
Couple Celebrates 80 Years of Marriage After Falling in Love as Teenagers
Kermit and Betty Eastman, both 99, celebrated an incredible 80 years of marriage after a love story that began as teenagers in Minnesota and endured Kermit’s World War II service. After raising generations of family together, the couple says the secret to their long marriage is simple: honesty, no secrets, and continuing to choose each other through every season. Listen For: How Kermit and
Toddler Found Alive in Hospital Morgue Hours After Being Declared Dead
An Arizona family experienced an extraordinary turn of events after 18-month-old Vincent Lorenzo Fiorino was pulled from a backyard swimming pool and declared dead at the hospital. Hours later, a medical examiner’s transporter discovered the toddler was still breathing with a pulse, and Vincent was flown to Phoenix Children’s Hospital, where his family says he suffered no brain damage
Couple Raises 37 Children Through Adoption, Faith and an Open Door
Paul and Jeane Briggs never planned on having a mega-family, but over nearly 50 years, their family grew to 37 children, including 32 adopted children and five biological children. Guided by prayer and a willingness to welcome children in need, the West Virginia couple built a remarkable legacy of adoption, faith, and love that has even inspired the next generation of their family. Listen For: H
Adopted Identical Twins Reunite After Families Discover the Truth 3,000 Miles Apart
Two families living 3,000 miles apart discovered that their adopted daughters, Olivia Coogle and Emaline Ricketts, were actually identical twins after one mother spotted an unmistakable resemblance in a photo shared by an adoption group. Separated after being left at the same orphanage in China, the sisters reunited at just 22 months old and, now 20, have remained close despite growing up on oppos
Yellowstone Bison Attack Sends Grandfather 8 Feet Into the Air
A Yellowstone bison attack left 65-year-old Carl McDaniel with a femur broken in four places after the animal charged and threw him roughly eight feet into the air as he tried to draw it away from his 13-year-old grandson. Though the bison stood over him and could have attacked again, Carl survived, underwent surgery, and was taking his first steps in physical therapy just days later, a close call
84-Year-Old Train Manager Proves You're Never Too Old to Love What You Do | Seniors in Tennessee Had a Fun Day On the Slip and Slide
An 84-year-old train manager in the U.K. has never quit doing what he loves. Bob Carpenter is one of London’s oldest train managers. AND Seniors in Tennessee had a fun day on the slip-and-slide, one they will never forget. Who says summer fun has an age limit? To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/84-year-old-
12-Year-Old Girl Saves Friend After She Has a Seizure in Ocean | 12-Year-Old Boy Recovering After Shark Attack Thanks to His Brother
Pensarn Beach in Abergele, Conwy, Wales. Tamika Hezzell, 12, Sofia-Ann McKenna, 14, and their friend, 12-year-old Ruby Wilikins, were swimming when the tide pulled them out too far from the beach. AND A 12-year-old boy is recovering after a shark attack thanks to his brother’s quick thinking. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://
State Trooper Found a Kitten On Road, Then He Adopted Him | One Trail Change, One Incredible Rescue: Woman Found After 3 Days Trapped
What began as a routine call along a Wisconsin interstate became the start of an unexpected friendship neither of them saw coming. AND For Kathryn Woessner, 68, what began as an ordinary drive turned into three terrifying days trapped in mud near her van in rural Minnesota. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/stat
Sisters Give Birth to Twin Boys, Just Hours Apart | Her Father Promised to Walk Her Down the Aisle, After a Heart Attack, Still Made it
Four babies are a lot to bring into one family, but that’s what happened to this Texas clan. AND That’s the thing about dads, they’re our heroes from the moment we take our first breath, and they will move mountains to make our dreams come true. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/sisters-give-bi
After 16 Hours Alone in Yard, Elderly Woman Gets Help From Two Teens | Young Teen Saves Older Brother With CPR Skills He Learned
What began with a Pop-Tart, a FaceTime call, and plans for an ordinary summer morning became a life-saving act of kindness neither boy will ever forget. AND For 14-year-old Cody Aliff of Wilson, North Carolina, what started as a duck hunting trip with his 20-year-old brother, Hunter, and their father quickly became a fight for Hunter's life. To see videos and photos referenced
Firefighter Was Able to Save Daughter After Receiving Crash Alert | Community Rallies Around Firefighter After Wife's Death
In one terrifying moment, a father went from answering emergencies for strangers to racing toward the one call he prayed he'd never receive—his own daughter's. AND When a first responder in Miami-Dade County, Florida, lost his wife to a rare form of cancer, his community made sure he felt their support. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdate
Granddaughter Steps Into Spotlight in Same Role As Her Grandmother | Boy Couldn't Buy Ice Cream, Vendor Turned Moment Into Something Beautiful
Everyone loves The Sound of Music, and many different venues perform it, even all these years later. It is truly a classic. AND When a Massachusetts ice cream truck owner noticed a little boy wanted a sweet treat but could not pay, the ice cream shop offered him a scoop of kindness. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/
Mother of Three Passed Away Unexpectedly, Neighborhood Did Something Beautiful | Determined Young Girl Launches Fundraiser For Friend
A mother of three passed away unexpectedly, then her neighborhood did something beautiful. AND A young girl starts fundraising for her friend once she realizes she needs a little bit of help to play. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/mother-of-three-honored.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/young-girl-star
Father Saves Teenage Son's Life By Donating Kidney | When His 7-Year-Old Son Had a Stroke in the Pool, Father Saved His Life
A North Texas father donates a kidney to his son after he’s diagnosed with a genetic disease called Alport Syndrome. AND When his 7-year-old son had a stroke in the pool, this father saved his life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-donates-kidney-to-son.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/fathe
Couple Celebrating Diamond Anniversary Shares the Secrets to Long Marriage | Firefighters Adopt This Sweet Pup That Ended Up at Firehouse
A very special couple is celebrating their diamond anniversary after 75 impressive years of marriage. They got together in 1951, and the happy couple is still in love after so many years. AND The newest member of the Fort Worth Fire Department isn't a firefighter. He has four paws, a wagging tail, and a heart that has already captured an entire station. To see videos and photo
Stranger Reaches Out to Help a Family of Six Whose Van Was Stolen | Couple From Oklahoma Drive Their 100-Year-Old Car On Route 66
When a family with six kids went on vacation on the Oregon coast, they only made it one full day before their van, with all their camping gear, 7 bikes, and a stroller, was stolen. AND A couple celebrated the 100th anniversary of America’s most famous roadway by driving Route 66 to California from Oklahoma. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUp
Young Man Rings the Cancer-Free Bell, and Graduates High School | Lost Teddy Bear Goes on an Airport Adventure Before Returning Home
A young man rings the cancer-free bell and graduates from high school, all on the same day. AND A little bear named Bobby had quite the airport adventure when his owner, 4-year-old Patrick, accidentally left him at the DFW airport before embarking on a family vacation. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/cancer-fr
After 50 Years of Teaching, She Said Goodbye to Students | High School Throws Their 90-Year-Old Well-Loved Janitor a Birthday Party
Everyone’s favorite teacher at St. Margaret School in Narberth, Pennsylvania, retires after 50 years, and it’s so bittersweet. AND A high school throws their 90-year-old, well-loved janitor a birthday party, and the students think he deserves more than what they could offer. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.
Community Welcomes Beloved Mailman Back After Beating Cancer | For 40th Anniversary, Utah Couple Decides to Bike 4,000 Miles Across Country
Willie Stone is the “mailman of the century” after spending 40 years on the same routes in Henrico County, Virginia. AND Bliss and Robert Sawyer of Saratoga Springs, UT, recently set out on what may be their most ambitious journey yet: biking across America from Washington state to New Jersey. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpda
Father's Goal Lives On as Family Completes 365 Days of Playing Catch | Teacher and Fellow Students Support Young Girl Battling Cancer
In March of 2024, Cory Wiederin of Ankeny, Iowa, found out he had cancer. He passed away in January of 2026 from a rare form of kidney cancer. AND When one of her students got diagnosed with a rare disease, a Virginia music teacher took a big step to support the young girl with cancer in a very special way. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!
A School in Pennsylvania Buried a Time Capsule in 1976, They’ve Finally Opened It 50 Years Later | A Woman Battling Incurable Cancer Set Her Sights on Everest, and Made It to the Top
In today's uplifting news, a Pennsylvania elementary school finally opened a time capsule that had been buried for fifty years. Claysville Elementary School in Claysville, PA, buried the capsule in 1976, and students and teachers gathered in the school auditorium to see what had been hidden away for half a century. Some students guessed correctly what would be inside, including money and old penci
Woman Walks Away with Only a Few Scratches after a Car Crashes through Her Windshield | A Simple Wrong Number Led to a Beautiful Friendship between Two Strangers
A Texas woman survived a terrifying highway accident when a three-foot piece of rebar flew through her windshield and struck her glasses without leaving a scratch. She was driving through Flint, Texas, while delivering Instacart orders when a utility truck passed in the opposite direction and a piece of rebar came loose, flying directly toward her car. She had no time to react or move out of the w
Soldier Surprises Daughter at Her High School Graduation | Community Steps Up to Honor WWII Veteran With No Known Family
A Louisiana high school senior thought she was going to have a good graduation day after years of studying, but it became great when her father, a soldier, surprised her with her diploma. AND In Hanson, Massachusetts, 98-year-old World War II veteran John Bernard Arnold was laid to rest, but he did not leave this world alone. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode
Mom and Daughter Share Life in Retirement Community, it is Quite Special | Firefighters Save Little League Game and Give Kids a Memory
Some very special family members in New York are enjoying a mother-daughter bond that most people don’t get to experience at their ages. AND Firefighters save a Little League game and give the kids a memory they will never forget. There’s something about firefighters when you’re a kid. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! htt
Martin Short Opens Up About Love, Loss, and Finding Joy Through Hardest Moments | California Couple Celebrates Their 80th Anniversary
CBS Sunday Morning sat down with Martin Short to talk about his life, his losses, and his new documentary, Marty, Life is Short, which is now streaming on Netflix. AND A California couple celebrates their 80th anniversary after meeting as teenagers. At 101 years old, Jennifer McMullen still remembers the beginning of her love story like it was yesterday. To see videos and phot
Paralyzed Nearly 2 Years Ago, Man Walked Across the Stage to Earn His MBA | A Nurse Saved a Baby, 50 Years Later, They Still Have Bond
A paralyzed man walks again at Virginia Union University, for the second time, thanks to a whole lot of determination and a pair of robotic legs. AND A nurse saved a baby no one thought would survive; 50 years later, they still have a strong bond. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/paralyzed-man-walks-again.html&
Woman Gives Birth to Baby On Airplane With the Help of Passengers | Born in 1918, This 108-Year-Old Woman Has No Plans of Slowing Down
A woman named Ashley was aboard a Delta flight traveling from Atlanta to Portland when labor suddenly began mid-flight. AND One woman born in 1918 is still going strong in Dover, Delaware. She’s 108 years old, exercises every day, and still drives. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-gives-birth-
Baby Who Was Born Twice After Miracle Surgery Celebrates First Birthday | 85-Year-Old Man Receives His Doctorate Degree
A miracle baby born twice is about to celebrate his first birthday. Little Cassian Joubert’s life is truly a wonder. AND Tennessee State University had a very special grad this year. The college had the honor of having an 85-year-old receive a doctorate degree. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/baby-born-t
Grandma Never Got to Go to a Prom, So Young Man Took Her to His | A Man Took the Stage at Graduation, Announced He Was Paying Off Loans
Junior high school student Avant Williams fulfilled a promise he made as a toddler by taking his grandmother, Svala Heller, to prom. AND A hard-working man by the name of Anil Kochhar stepped up to the microphone and changed lives with a few simple words and a deep pocket. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/teen-
Pilot’s Final Flight Was Canceled, Then Rival Airline Gave Him Deserved Goodbye | Triplets Turn 86-Year-Old and Have So Much to Share
A pilot’s final flight was canceled, then a rival airline gave him the goodbye he deserved. AND The first-ever-recorded triplets in Forsyth County, North Carolina, will celebrate more than 8 and a half decades together on June 6th. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/canceled-flight-retirement.html htt
Couple Delivers Baby at Stoplight, Not Making it to Hospital | First Grader Saves Classmate From Choking, Now Honorary Member of Fire Dept
They were so close to the hospital, but not close enough. David Larvick-Rounds recalls clearly when his wife, Madison, demanded, “Get out right now! The baby’s coming.” AND A first-grader saves his classmate from choking and is now an honorary member of the fire department! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.god
He Helped Deliver Her, 22 Years Later, He Watched Her Graduate | 30 Years Apart, Siblings Found Each Other Again in Retirement Home
A lifelong friend of one of the graduates, a firefighter who delivered her as a baby, attended and made her day. AND Siblings Becky Gibson and Ralph Slawter had not seen each other for three decades. Then, one day, they found that they were both in the very same Ohio retirement home. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com
95-Year-Old Veteran Honored by Schoolchildren in Birthday Celebration | A Grandpa Just Completed the World’s Largest Jigsaw Puzzle
A 95-year-old veteran honored by schoolchildren in a sweet birthday celebration will make you misty-eyed. You may want to grab a box of tissues. AND A grandpa just completed the world’s largest jigsaw puzzle, 60,000 pieces in all, and you’ll be surprised to have a little advice about life coming from those pieces. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode
A Reunion at a Hospital of NICU Families and Care Teams | Dolly Parton Gives Update on Her Health and Life After Husband's Passing
A beautiful reunion at a California hospital brings NICU families and care teams back together for a sweet moment. AND The singer and entertainer had been dealing with some health issues. Knowing she is doing better is quite the relief, and we pray she continues to heal. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/hospita
91-Year-Old Man Becomes Grandfather For the First Time | Teens Receive Unexpected Surprise After Being Spotted Praying Before Prom
A 91-year-old is one proud poppy after getting the world record for the oldest grandfather in the world. AND Teens received an unexpected surprise after someone saw them praying before prom. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/oldest-grandfather-beats-world-record.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/teens-pray
Denny’s Busboy Serves for 48 Years—Then Is Honored with Celebration | Coffee Shop Creates Opportunities for Workers with Disabilities
Denny’s Busboy serves for 48 years–then is honored with a heartwarming celebration. It’s rare to stay in a job we like, and it’s even more rare to let that passion for a job last nearly fifty years. AND A coffee shop creates opportunities for workers with disabilities and inspires a community. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit G
Facing Cancer Diagnosis, Teen Found Joy in Hospital Prom | A Football Player Met a Boy Selling Lemonade, Act of Kindness Sparked Hope
For 17-year-old Kaitlyn Hutchins, prom became something even deeper. It became a night of courage, love, and memories wrapped in pink tulle and hope. AND It was a warm day in 2023 when the South Dakota State Jackrabbits player saw 9-year-old Kamden on the side of the road with no customers. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godt
Woman's Boyfriend Proposes Right After She Completes a Triathlon | At 90 Years Old, Bruce Willis' Mom Has Been Volunteering For the LAPD
When Cindy Alghawi competed in her first triathlon, she thought the only thing waiting for her at the end of the finish line was a sense of accomplishment and hugs from her parents and boyfriend. AND A woman named Marlene Willis has been volunteering for the LAPD for more than 20 years. The 90-year-old, known around the station as “Mrs. Willis,” was recently honored for h
Couple Married Over 70 Years Pass Away Within Hours of Each Other | 5-Year-Old is Now a Hero After He Saves Family From House Fire
A couple married over 70 years pass away within hours of each other, and it’s quite the story. This is the kind of love story we all quietly long for. AND Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t need capes, titles, or years behind them. Sometimes they wear little pajamas, carry a blanket, and speak with the brave voice of a child. To see videos and photos r
Family Grows From One Child to Five With Quadruplets | Diagnosed with Leukemia, Teen Completed a Full Marathon From Hospital
Adriana Luna and her fiancé, Anthony Lerma, weren’t expecting any babies at all when they discovered they were going to have four. AND The Massachusetts teen completed a marathon at a hospital despite battling leukemia, and the whole medical facility had his back. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/b
Aunt’s Life-Saving Gift Gives 2-Year-Old Second Chance After Cancer | Teens Keep Childhood Promise, Made At Age 7 and Go to Prom Together
Did you know there was such a thing as a living-donor liver transplant? AND We all need more heartwarming prom stories like this! These teens kept their childhood promise they made at age 7 and are heading to prom together. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/living-donor-transplant-saves-toddler.html https:
High Schoolers Give Back By Fixing Cars and Donating Them to Single Moms | He Fought in 3 Wars, Now Veteran Is Celebrating 100 Years
High schoolers take a class and give back to the community by fixing cars and donating them to single moms. AND Can you believe this man fought in three wars, and now this veteran is celebrating 100 years of life. And here’s the kicker, he’s aiming for 110! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/cars-for-
Women's Mission to Help Seniors with Independence, One Boutique at a Time | Husband and Wife Act as ‘Guardian Angels’ During Fire Rescue
Two special women are on a mission to give people in retirement homes the shopping experience they miss. AND A husband and wife act as ‘guardian angels’ during a terrifying house fire rescue. Sometimes courage doesn’t look like flashing lights or loud applause. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog
Toddler Shows Act of Kindness to Stranger at McDonald's | Couple Surprises Grandma and Guests at Engagement Party, Turns it Into Wedding
A special toddler shows kindness by sitting with an elderly man who was eating alone. The little boy made that man’s day, and his mom’s. AND You won’t believe this; a couple surprises grandma and other guests at their engagement party by turning it into their wedding. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.c
Drivers Jump Into Action to Save Co-Worker Having Medical Emergency | Entrepreneur With Down Syndrome Turns Passion Into Sauce Brand
Fellow bus drivers jumped into action to save a coworker who was having a medical emergency. AND An entrepreneur with Down Syndrome turns a passion for grilling into a global barbecue sauce! The kitchen smelled like onions and something deeper—hope, maybe. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/bus-drivers-save
Former Janitor Becomes a Doctor at the Hospital Where She Once Cleaned | Hero Principal Named Prom King After Stopping a School Shooter
Dr. Shay Taylor-Allen is celebrating a near-miracle this year. In Cinderella style, she transformed from a janitor to a doctor at the very same hospital, the Yale School of Medicine. AND Kirk Moore, the principal at Pauls Valley High School in Oklahoma, was named prom king for a special reason. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.
84-Year-Old Hero Honored for Decision to Give a Kidney | When a Church Leader Collapsed, 9-Year-Old’s Response Made a Difference
An 84-year-old organ donor just made the decision to give up a kidney for his son-in-law. The man, Graham Sisson, broke a hospital record. AND When a church leader collapsed, this 9-year-old’s brave response made all the difference and saved a life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/84-year-old-organ-donor
18-Year-Old Wins Grocery Bagging Championship After Training | Mom Honors Her Late Son’s Legacy by Dancing With People He Saved
An 18-year-old became the best bagger in America after months of training. Thanks to his family’s help, the grocery bagging pro won a $10,000 prize. AND Her son, Austin Hollis, was only 26 years old when he passed away in March 2024. He was a dance instructor, someone who spent his days helping others move, laugh, and feel alive. To see videos and photos referenced in th
Good Samaritans Rescue Three Teens From Flipped Car | Courthouse Relies on a Four-Legged Staff Member for Support and a Blessing
Three siblings were driving in Harrison County, Mississippi, when another car forced them off the road and into a reservoir. AND Inside the courthouse in Clayton, Missouri, there’s a Labrador named Levi who has one of the most important jobs in the building. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/strangers-save
Senior Has an Early Graduation After Dad is Diagnosed With Pancreatic Cancer | After Bus Crash, Church Steps Up for Injured Student
A Huntington Beach, California, high school senior honors her dying father by holding an early graduation for herself, fulfilling both their wishes. AND Tragedy hit my own Tennessee community on March 27, 2026, when a middle school bus on a field trip got into an accident. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/high-
Woman Stops Thief, Tells Her 'God Loves You' | A Woman Ordered DoorDash, Then Helped 78-Year-Old Man Who Delivered It
A woman tells a thief ‘God loves you’ and stops her from stealing a package. AND When a 78-year-old doordasher from Manchester, New Hampshire, dropped off some food for his customer, Brittany, she saw on her doorbell camera that it was no easy task for him. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-sto
Manager at a Grocery Store Stops a Scam and Saves a Couple | Brave Teenager Saves 42-Year-Old Mother After Sudden Heart Attack
This is incredible; an assistant manager at a grocery store became an unexpected hero when the employee stopped a financial scam, protecting a couple from losing a lot of money. AND A brave teenager saves her 42-year-old mother after a sudden heart attack. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/employee-stops-f
Texas Family Overjoyed After Missing Dog Turns Up at New Jersey Mall | Family Honors Veteran’s Life of Hard Work by Donating His Liver
Can you imagine how overjoyed this Texas family felt after their dog, who had been missing for 2 years, turned up at a New Jersey mall? She was so far from home! AND A 100-year-old liver donation is surprising the nation. If you think that a liver that’s lived in someone for an entire century wouldn’t be donor worthy, then you’d be wrong. To see videos and ph
Doctor Adopts Boy Who Arrived for Surgery and Find Homes for His Siblings | Wife Uses an App to Find Husband Buried By an Avalanche
An Omaha doctor goes beyond to adopt a boy who arrived alone for surgery, and then she finds homes for his five siblings, too. AND When a Washington state woman hadn’t heard from her spouse, she became concerned. He had been skiing when she quickly tracked his location. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/do
Survivors of Runway Accident Share Their Stories of Bravery | Facebook Post Turns an Empty Birthday Party Into a Viral Celebration
On March 22, 2026, an arriving Air Canada Express plane collided with a fire-and-rescue vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia airport. AND A mom in Kingsville, Texas, was determined to give her 9-year-old the party of her dreams after working so hard on her birthday. So when no one showed up, she felt terrible. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpda
Woman Dies a Hero After Shielding Grandson From Oncoming Car | Mom Is Overcome as Her Entire Family Signs Happy Birthday to Deaf Son
A woman dies a hero after shielding her grandson from an oncoming car. These are the kinds of stories that will forever mark a family, as when a grandmother saves her grandson. AND For Kelsey Boone, her son Boston’s first birthday wasn’t just about cake and candles. It was about a room full of people choosing to meet a little boy exactly where he is. To see videos
Married Since 1951: Their 75-Year Secret to Lasting Love | 9-Year-Old With a Big Heart Creates Autism Emergency Kits for First Responders
For one couple’s 75th anniversary, they shared the secret to love that lasts. After 7 and a half decades, their answer is pretty good. AND A must-read about a 9-year-old with a big heart who created autism emergency kits for first responders. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/75th-anniversary-advice.html&n
Boy Heartbroken Over Lost Pokémon, Gets 15,000 Cards From Airline | After Losing Girlfriend in Crash, Young Man Opens Coffee Shop
When 7-year-old Reid lost his beloved binder of Pokémon cards at Denver International Airport, his heart broke. The binder held a collection he had carefully built, card by card, treasure by treasure. AND One young man in Long Beach, California, is turning grief into purpose with his new venture. He recently opened a cafe in honor of his late girlfriend, Reinne. To see
Abandoned Airport Dog Finds Home With Officer Who Rescued Him | Losing His 10-Year-Old Son to Cancer, Dad Runs 240 Miles to Give Back
In a world where many animal rescue stories end in heartbreak, one lonely pup is reminding people that sometimes the most beautiful endings are still possible. AND One dad is running in memory of his child, who died from cancer. Proceeds went to families with a child who has cancer and cancer research. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates
High School Team Makes Time for Their Loudest Fans, Fourth Graders | After Calling 911 to Save Her Father, Girl Honored By Community
The kids cheering for their basketball team have their own mini-student section on the bleachers. It’s safe to say they’re the high school team’s biggest fans. AND After calling 911 to help save her father’s life, a young girl is being honored by her community. She didn’t freeze up, she didn’t panic, she did the next best thing, and Mia Bates took
From College Romance to Friendship — and Back After Life-Changing Moment | Bride Honors Her Dad Before Their Father-Daughter Dance
When a couple reunited after tragedy, their love blossomed into a beautiful story. The pair, Sloan and Matt Bowan, had gone out a couple of times, but didn’t go steady until Matt became quadriplegic. AND Grab a tissue and watch how this bride honors her dad in the most beautiful way before their father-daughter dance. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode,
Students Form Special Bond With Seniors Through Chair Volleyball | Texas Father Finds Comfort in Son After Wife Dies in Childbirth
In Belton, Texas, high school students bond with seniors through fun matches of chair volleyball. It’s a beautiful—and competitive—relationship between teens and the elderly. AND Aaron Martin of Plano, Texas, has a new baby boy, Parker. But tragedy surrounded his birth. Natalie Martin, Parker’s mother and the loving wife of Aaron, died while giving birth to hi
Dog Crashes the 2026 Winter Olympics Cross-Country Race | Officers Honor Fallen Colleague by Standing With His Daughter on Wedding Day
When a dog crashes the Winter Olympics, nobody can be mad. The pup thought he’d join in on a cross-country ski race with a sprint of his own. AND 12 years after his death, officers honor fallen colleagues by standing with his daughter on her wedding day. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/dog-crashes-winter
He Delivered Mail for 33 Years, the Community Delivered Love Back | Construction Crew Lifts Spirits of Girl Awaiting Heart Transplant
He delivered mail for 33 years, then the community delivered love right back. Some people carry envelopes. Others like Joe DiTore carry hope. AND This construction crew lifts the spirits of a girl awaiting a heart transplant in the sweetest way. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/community-honors-beloved-mailman.
8-Month-Old’s Stroller Blew Into a Lake, Man Didn’t Hesitate to Save Her | First Graders Designed Their Own Winter Hats, Now Wearing Them
When an 8-month-old’s stroller blew into a lake, one man didn’t hesitate and went in to save her. AND The school’s first-graders designed their own hats, and a couple of months later, opened their desks to see that their creations had been brought to life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-
26-Year-Old Swept Out to Sea, Friend’s Quick Thinking Changed Everything | Florist Leaves Flowers Around the City for Strangers to Find
The 26-year-old was knocked off his board by strong waves near Haskell’s Beach in California. His quick-thinking friend saved his life. AND On a random Acts of Kindness Day, a florist leaves flowers all around the city for strangers to find. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-saves-friend-who-was-swept-
6 Times Strangers Became a 'Good Samaritan' and Saved a Life | Twins Have Daughters On the Very Same Day, 'The Greatest Thing'
In today’s world, helping a stranger is one of the most selfless things you can do. Whether it is putting your life at risk to save someone from a burning building, or simply returning a lost wallet. AND Twins have daughters on the very same day, ‘The greatest thing we could have been given,’ some bonds begin before words ever exist. To see videos and photos
At 88, She Finally Flew for the First Time, With Grandson in the Cockpit | Mysterious Dog Finds a Missing Child, 'It Was a Blessing'
For Frances, flying had always been a “someday” dream. She told her family she would wait until Alex earned his pilot’s license, and she kept that promise year after year. AND When a 3-year-old boy went missing in Louisville, Kentucky, officers couldn’t find him anywhere. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www
Quieter Now, but Still a Star: 33-Year-Old Cockatiel Sets World Record | ‘Good Samaritan’ Saves Pregnant Woman From Sinking Car
He’s still singing a song the world can’t stop loving, even though Sonny doesn’t talk as much as he used to. AND Sometimes heroes don’t wear uniforms. Sometimes they’re just passing by at the exact moment someone needs them most because that’s just how God uses us to be His heroic hands and feet. To see videos and photos referenced in this e
Dog Reunited With Family After Going Missing Following Winter Storm | 19-Year-Old’s Brave Act Saves a Couple — and Earns Rewards
A dog was reunited with its family after going missing for almost a week following a winter storm. AND A 19-year-old saves a couple from a devastating car wreck, and now they’re calling him their “angel.” To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/dog-found-after-days-in-winter-storm.html https://
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