Story Behind

A nearby lightning strike almost turned deadly for 12-year-old Ella Jorgensen. But thankfully, her dad Steven immediately jumped into action and doctors credit him with saving her life! AND Krystal Randolph’s brother was killed after selflessly putting himself in harm’s way to save his sister. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/nearby-...

Actor Lucas Black on NCIS: New Orleans was enjoying plenty of success when God called him to leave Hollywood behind. AND One woman went looking for her long lost father, and thanks to a DNA test and Facebook search, she found him! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/lucas-black-on-ncis-christian-celebrity-testimony/ https://www.godupdat...

Doctors gave a toddler only months to live, but this little miracle proved them wrong. It's a parent's worst nightmare–to be told you will outlive your child. AND One cat named Cheesecake had everyone at the vet laughing at her most recent visit. And you'll see why after you hear the veterinarian's diagnosis. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupd...

This teen prayed as his car flipped multiple times, and he credits Jesus with his miraculous survival. AND Tanya Hinsley and her son were sitting at the Starbucks drive-through window when they witnessed something incredible. The barista named Carrie stopped to pray with a customer! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/indiana-teen-survi...

One little girl got a gift card with a note while shopping at a toy story, and the meaning behind the act of kindness will leave you misty eyed. AND Super sleuth and iconic actress Angela Lansbury is dead at age 96. She died in her sleep at her home in Los Angeles on October 11, 2022, just five days before turning 97. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://w...

This sweet story tells of a cancer patient who gets married in the hospital The groom was fighting stage four cancer gets married in the hospital and then the doctors have amazing news. AND Shaquille O'Neal is known for doing random acts of kindness, and recently, Shaq buys shoes for a crying kid that he met at a store. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https:/...

Sarah Talbi is a mom without arms raising her daughter Lila while inspiring thousands and won't let anything hold her back. AND Elvis' stepbrother, Billy Stanley, shares about his relationship with Elvis and the conversation the two of them had before he passed away. https://www.godupdates.com/mom-without-arms-sarah-talbi/ https://www.godupdates.com/elvis-stepbrother-faith-of-elvis/ Discover more...

Bo Fenderson and his best friend Tanner Hale desperately wanted to attend the Luke Combs concert in Bangor, Maine. So, they worked hard to raise the money they needed to purchase tickets. AND After discovering a father and son clinging to a cooler for dear life in the frigid waters of the Boston Harbor, police made a daring rescue just in the nick of time! To see videos and photos referenced in th...

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Identical triplets born to 46-year-old Audrey Tiberius, even after one doctor said it would never happen, have the mom rejoicing. AND At 10 years old, a sweet and innocent Brent bought a rose for mom. But years later at his wedding, Brent’s mother reveals the hilarious truth about her son’s gift! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/iden...

CTV female news anchor Lisa LaFlamme made the decision to say goodbye to the dyes and let her hair go grey. But she says it cost her her job. So, folks all across the internet took a stand! AND While reporting the details of the tragic news, the country icon’s family also shared about Loretta’s rock-solid faith and how it comforted them in the midst of so much grief. To see videos and photos refer...

In a touching moment, one bride wears her grandmother's wedding dress as a surprise and her reaction will leave you in tears! AND One family was in for a surprise of a lifetime when they found out that their family would be growing by 3 identical triplets! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/bride-wears-grandmothers-wedding-dress/ https...

88-year-old Sister DePaul Stava flawlessly delivers a hilarious Bible joke about constipation and has everyone cracking up! AND It's impossible to imagine how one might respond to the devastating loss of a child, but the parents of Elijah Knight have set an example for others dealing with similar circumstances. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godu...

Injuries from swimming can be devastating and sometimes life-altering. But not for a father who believes more in God than he does in modern medicine. AND Pat Sajak, the host for Wheel of Fortune, shares about his time on the popular game show and how his time hosting may be coming to an end. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/injuries-...

Five red heifers delivered to Israel have left many wondering if this could all be a part of a biblical prophecy signaling a start to the End Times. AND While Scott Baio continues to act and direct, his most important role these days is as a real-life family man and husband to wife, Renee Sloan. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/red-h...

Several high school football players made their hometown very proud when they rushed to help a woman trapped in her car after having an accident. AND Jonathan Cain of Journey shares the incredible story behind the song, ‘Don’t Stop Believin.’ To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/woman-trapped-in-car-rome-football-players/ https://www.god...

She wed a man with the same fatal autoimmune disease, and now he's gone soon after saying ‘I do.' AND Did you know dogs cry tears of joy when they are reunited with their humans? But it's not just being reunited with their humans. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/fatal-autoimmune-disease-sara-smouther-matt-weeks/ https://www.godupdat...

Bindi Irwin's daughter, Grace, is already 1 year old, and Bindi shares the sweetest video of her showing some love to her grandparents. AND A proud mother of 12 spent 16 years being pregnant, and the blessing of her children brought her to Christ. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/grace-warrior-irwin-powell-age-1/ https://www.godupdat...

When a grandma’s credit card is declined at the grocery store, a stranger paid the bill and asked only for prayer in return. AND Grab a tissue and prepare to get misty-eyed as a scared little boy whispers a question, "Is my Dad in Heaven,' to the Pope, who responds with such solace, comfort, and grace. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.co...

Alfredo's Pizza Cafe is the workplace of one very happy waitress in Scranton, PA! AND Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf becomes a Christian at his darkest hour. He recalls having a gun on the table and not wanting to be ‘here' anymore. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/3-000-tip-for-waitress-scranton/ https://www.godupdates.com/shia-labeou...

God is the God of miracles, and he certainly is in this story where two strangers find out they are siblings! AND A family of mystery creatures were found in a dog bed at a woman's house in Australia, and their cute little faces are sure to make you smile. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/strangers-find-out-they-are-siblings/ https:/...

When 22-year-old Jimmy Amisial found a baby in the trash, he could have turned the boy over to authorities. Instead, he took a giant leap of faith! AND A cat saved his owner from a heart attack by acting fast when he sensed the danger his human, Sam Felstead, didn’t. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/jimmy-amisial-found-a-baby-in-the-...

Parents make a heartbreaking decision to give up their baby with a facial tumor, then reunite years later. AND Doctors told motorcycle crash victim Rob Hull he is lucky to be alive. But Rob knows luck has nothing to do with it. He says his survival and healing are all God! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/baby-with-facial-tumor-sam-e...

In a viral photo from the first day of school, an 8-year-old boy holds the hand of a classmate with autism. AND Willie Aames is a Christian now but just wait til you hear what it took the 80s star to get there! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/boy-holds-hand-christian-connor/ https://www.godupdates.com/willie-aames-christian-celebrit...

A woman sees a dog looking sad as he stares out to sea and then uncovers his heartbreaking story. Jolie Mejia is a dog lover and a dog mom. AND It’s always touching to see a Daddy holding his newborn. But seeing Mark Aulger hold his baby girl Savannah for the first time was especially moving. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/dog-look...