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An Australian couple walks into their bedroom to find the cutest Koala.   AND   Jack DowDell loves to play kickball with his neighborhood friends.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/koala-in-the-bedroom.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/teenager-with-down-syndrome-plays-kickball.html   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudi...

It’s hard to imagine finding a winning lottery ticket with a payout of $1,000,000 dollars, but crazy things do happen.   AND   Five boys and their father were saved by a good samaritan as an explosion rocked their world.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/finding-winning-lottery-ticket.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/boys-saved...

Sisters scream with joy, watching their 4-year-old sister take her first steps.   AND   Gerri Eisenhauer’s father, Army Private William Walters, left for World War II before she was even born.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/sister-takes-first-steps.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/daughter-of-soldier-finds-truth.html   Disco...

This Missouri school was renamed after its much-loved and dedicated custodian.   AND   If you have ever put a message in a bottle, you probably wondered where it might end up or who would find it.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/loved-and-dedicated-custodian.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/message-in-a-bottle-26-years-later....

At 52, Michael Strahan, former NFL star and Good Morning America cohost, has learned some important lessons from his daughter’s cancer journey.   AND   Briar Omar is not only courageous but a hero. This 13-year-old risks his life to save his four sisters from a fire and then the family dog helped save him!    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtub...

Sisters who were adopted by separate families nearly 40 years ago reunite after DNA tests bring them together.   AND   These two newlyweds found love in their late 90s after meeting at a retirement home.    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!  https://www.godtube.com/blog/adopted-sisters-reunite.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/love-in-their-late-90s.html   Di...

In Minnesota, two sisters saved their family farm after their father, Perry Altermatt, died in a boating accident.   AND   Elizabeth Francis, the oldest living person in the U.S., passes away at 115 after a long and fruitful life.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/two-sisters-saved-farm.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/elizabet...

8-year-old Kayzen Hunter saw a friend in need. And so, he stepped up and came through in a big, big way!   AND   After over 450 days in a shelter, Boone and Rellie find their forever home together.    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/waiter-at-waffle-house-in-arkansas.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/dogs-find-forever-home.html...

After realizing her sick mom didn't have much longer to live, a bride moves her wedding to the hospital chapel to make sure her mother can be by her side.   AND   In the midst of their school bus driver having a medical emergency, brave students Conner Doss and Kane Daugherty came to the rescue.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/b...

Actor and musician Donny Osmond admits that after more than six decades of performing, he can see the “end of the tunnel.”    AND   A sweet and lovable kitten named Coraline has lost both of her eyes, but her determination, resilience and spirit have inspired many people.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/donny-osmond-career.html...

Most of us expect to find an occasional mouse in the house, but an iguana on a garbage truck?   AND   The legendary Dolly Parton discusses prayer and how she can pray without ceasing.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/iguana-on-a-garbage-truck.html   https://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=E0EFC1NU   Discover more Christian podcasts at l...

A bride’s dad dropped and fell to the ground during the father-daughter dance, making for a frightening scene, but things lined up perfectly to save his life.   AND   One hardworking 6-year-old in Warwick, Rhode Island, has started his own business—taking on tasks many wouldn’t touch!   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/brad-carver-...

A UPS driver jumped into action when he spotted an elderly woman injured on the ground, and he is now giving God all the glory.   AND   When extreme flooding following Hurricane Helene assaulted parts of North Carolina, one young father risked his own life to save the lives of a couple trapped in the deadly waters.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://ww...

AJ Griffin gives up his high-paying career with the NBA to follow God.   AND   A teenager from Iowa is using his flying skills to help victims of Hurricane Helene.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/aj-griffin-former-nba-player.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/nate-fackler-helping-hurricane-victims.html   Discover more Christian...

A rescuer braced for the worst after spotting a kitten on the side of the road but then saw a paw move.   AND   These former conjoined twins finally went home after their first birthday.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/kitten-on-the-side-of-the-road-rescue.html   https://www.godtube.com/blog/former-conjoined-twins.html   Discove...

One young man saved for nine months and then surprised his mom by paying off her mortgage.   AND   A heartwarming story of loyalty comes from the quiet woods of Washington state: a dog saves her owner’s life by sitting in the middle of the road.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/pays-off-moms-mortgage.html   https://www.godtube.co...

A patient reunites with her nurse after 35 years, and their reunion makes for an extraordinary day.   AND   Taylor Odlozil had planned forever with his wife. But this widower's life is forever changed, and he shares the last thing his wife told their son before she passed away from cancer.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/patient-r...

This brave 5-year-old saved her mother's life by calling 911.   AND   Toledo, Ohio, was the place to be when two very vibrant and beautiful twins celebrated their 102nd birthdays together!   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/5-year-old-called-911/   https://www.godupdates.com/twins-celebrate-their-102nd-birthday/   Discover more Chris...

David Jones travels almost 30 miles through mud and debris after Hurricane Helene to walk his daughter down the aisle.   AND   A 79-year-old broke her ankle after scattering her mom's ashes, but then strangers saved the day.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/dad-travels-30-miles/   https://www.godupdates.com/79-year-old-broke-her-an...

An owner's trip to the vet with an unwell dog results in the craziest x-ray.   AND   Laundry never ends, but a mom's funny response to a daughter's dirty socks on the floor goes viral and ends up doing good.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/dogs-x-ray-results/   https://www.godupdates.com/dirty-sock-on-the-floor/   Discover more Ch...

A lonely puppy was found wandering the streets of Wales with a "help me" sign hanging from his collar, but, thankfully, he is now in good hands!   AND   After getting lost in Yellowstone, this precious cat made his way back home to California.     To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/found-with-a-help-me-sign/   https://www.godupdates.co...

When Alabama State Trooper J.T. Brown pulled 20-year-old Abbie Rutledge over and stopped her for speeding, she had no idea it might be one of the best things to have ever happened to her!   AND   Bob Andron walks his daughter down the aisle, even though he just met her.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/stopped-her-for-speeding/ htt...

When a Florida dad realized a stranger was creeping around his 14-year-old daughter’s window, the fearless father jumped into action.   AND   An excited mom of a preschooler couldn't wait to see her son's back-to-school pictures, but the funny results made her laugh out loud.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/florida-dad-stops-peepi...

An elderly couple charms with a sweet dance to ‘Have You Ever Seen The Rain?'   AND   In the small town of Paw Paw, Michigan, this fifth-grade teacher eats lunch in the cafeteria every day with his students.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/charming-elderly-couple-share-sweet-dance-to-have-you-ever-seen-the-rain/   https://www.godu...

Amy Grant’s memory used to be her “superpower,” but now she can’t trust it.   AND   Carrie Underwood surprised many when she helped with leading worship at a Tennessee Church.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/amy-grants-memory/   https://www.godupdates.com/carrie-underwood-helps-with-leading-worship-at-tennessee-church/   Discover...