Story Behind

Walmart, carrying just about everything that everyday folks need, is a staple stop for most American families, but it's the dog found in Walmart's parking lot that Cat Suzuki wouldn't want the world to be without! AND At 26 years old, Khari Willis of the Indianapolis Colts had a bright future ahead of him with the NFL. But instead, the young man chose to walk away from millions. To see videos and...

The news that 18-year-old Hannah Wadiso died in a car crash devastated her father. He broke down in tears and hit his knees in prayer. Then, something miraculous happened! AND Nathan Boos knew he was adopted but he had no idea he was already friends with his dad. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/died-in-a-car-crash-hannah-wadiso/ htt...

When no one would sign the yearbook of 6th-grader Brody Ridder, it just broke his mom’s heart. So, she turned to social media for help. AND It was just over twenty years after Holly Shearer handed over her newborn to his adoptive parents when she met the son she’d given up for adoption. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/brody-ridder-s...

One World War II Veteran lost nearly all of his belongings when his house burned down. AND A beautiful bride sings walking down the aisle. And as she sang the touching words to ‘I Choose You’, it made for such a special surprise for her groom. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/the-house-burned-down-veteran-paul-roberts/ https://www.go...

This is a story of love from beyond the grave when a wedding ring is found by a widow, Ann Kendrick, thirty-five years later! AND Steve Harvey on Family Feud did more than just entertain the crowd. Between takes of the popular game show, the Christian celebrity delivered an inspiring and powerful speech about the God-given gifts we are “built” to use. To see videos and photos referenced in this ep...

Misty Loman's Mugshot progression is tragic but her story shows, ‘prayers really work.' Her story proves it’s never too late to turn to Jesus! AND 28-year-old Dimitty Bonnett of Australia was shocked when she gave birth in the shower because she didn’t even know she was pregnant! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/misty-loman-mugshot-p...

Their daughter, Esther Kuper, was given a death sentence after being diagnosed with a fatal disorder, but her story continues to bring hope around the world. AND Naomi Judd’s husband, Larry Strickland, opened up about the days leading up to his wife’s death and just how “fragile” she was. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/esther-kuper...

Valerie Bertinelli's weight, her struggles with the scale, and her freedom from religiously stepping on it are discussed in her third book related to her life-long battle. AND A woman named Emily Beineman and her dog Blue jogged by a funeral home where 6-year-old Raelynn Nast sat outside. The little girl asked the pair to stop so she could pet Blue. To see videos and photos referenced in this epis...

The pull and power of first love is indeed strong, and one couple reunited after 50 years apart knows that better than most! AND Doctors told Chelsea Bannatyne it would be impossible to get pregnant. So imagine her delight when God blessed her with her own miracle baby, Layke! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/couple-reunited-karen-le...

Ashley Judd accompanied Wynonna Judd to the ceremony where they shared a Bible passage in their late mother’s honor. AND This sweet viral video shows a lonely grandpa asking his granddaughter over for a sleepover and the plans that they end up making for the night. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/naomi-judd-s-death/ https://www.godu...

In this episode of the Happy Rant, Ted Kluck, Ronnie Martin, and Barnabas Piper wander to and fro through a variety of topics: 1. Who we are, a brief introduction for new listeners 2. What we love about podcasting together 3. How we would describe our show: The Seinfeld of podcasts, a Piper family dinner party, and a description to aspirational college students Subscribe to Happy Rant: Apple Podca...

A Candace Cameron Bure church invitation led Hallmark star and GAC Family actress Danica McKellar to experience something miraculous. AND 6-year-old Dominick Krankall suffered third-degree burns after a tennis ball soaked in gasoline and set on fire hit him in the face. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/candace-cameron-bure-church-dan...

Patty and Carlos Hernandez are the proud parents of a family with 16 kids with no plans of stopping any time soon. AND One first-time mom in England was in for a surprise when she gave birth to an 11 lb newborn! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/family-with-16-kids-patty-carlos-hernandez/ https://www.godupdates.com/11-lb-newborn-sarah...

For the first time since the 94th Academy Awards, Denzel Washington is speaking out about the Oscars Will Smith and Chris Rock incident. And what the Christian celebrity has to say is powerful! AND Lauren and Steve Banks never would have chosen to have their baby born at a gas station between pumps four and five. But after the hospital refused to admit the pregnant mom, that’s exactly what happene...

Most of us would like to forget the misdeeds and mistakes of our youth, but Jake Bosacker prefers to remember the night when he was the man arrested by a state trooper doing the very job that he'd hoped to one day. AND Michella Meier-Morsi is the proud mother of both triplets and twins. But the journey to get there hasn’t been easy, especially for her body. To see videos and photos referenced in t...

Officer Jody Thompson not only rescued an 8-year-old child from unimaginable horror, but the heroic officer adopts the boy, too! AND Some sweet news happened at the Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center in Virginia when 3 firefighters all became dads within the same 24 hours! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/officer-adopts-the-boy-chi...

“I don't think I'll ever fully get over the shock,” said Madison Collier now that she is outnumbered by not just one but four newborns. AND Jennifer Garner is worth millions, but she proves that kindness is priceless as she goes around Los Angeles doing random good deeds. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/madison-collier-natural-quadr...

Denzel Washington’s words of advice for Will immediately following the unfortunate incident offers some powerful insight for all of us. AND After fostering a dog from a shelter, one boy decided to sneak in some sweet notes in the dog's file for her future family to read. How heartwarming is that! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/will...

Chuck Norris' wife was gravely ill so he quit his career to help nurse her back to health. AND Henry Winkler recalls a troubled childhood and won't make his parents' mistakes with his family. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/chuck-norris-wife-health/ https://www.godupdates.com/henry-winkler-and-family/ Discover more Christian podcast...

One couple celebrates 70 years of marriage and has a heartwarming photoshoot where the bride wears her original dress to commemorate the amazing milestone. AND A man beat up 72-year-old Shirlene Hernandez and then stole grandma’s car at a gas station in San Antonio. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/couple-celebrates-70-years-of-marri...

A baby so small, he fit into the palm of a hand. Family rejoices as a baby born so tiny that he fit into the palm of his mother’s hand goes home after 460 days in the hospital. AND After an EF-3 tornado ripped through their home in Salado, Texas, the family of Vanessa and Joel Rios needs prayer. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/palm-...

He went to bed on a Friday night and didn't wake up Saturday morning, and the fabric of the Gagnier family was torn in an instant as their healthy nine-year-old went to sleep and never woke up. AND Recently, singer Donny Osmond was in Las Vegas see his older brother, Merrill Osmond, perform at his final show. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupd...

Christian celebrity Denzel Washington at a men’s conference called “The Better Man Event” reflected on what he hears God telling him during prayer. AND Devastated parents of a 2-year-old on life support had to make an agonizing decision when doctors said there was nothing more they could do. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/denzel-wa...

In this heartwarming story, a teen brings his great-grandma to his senior prom night, and the two of them are the stars of the night. AND Would your child know what to do in an emergency if their bus driver collapsed on the way to school? To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/senior-prom-night-great-grandma/ https://www.godupdates.com/bus...

An interesting look at what YHWH means is making its rounds across social media and the explanation of God’s name is truly powerful! AND Shaquille O’Neal's kindness may be the only thing that could overshadow his basketball career. The retired athlete recently showed unthinkable kindness to a family with 9 kids AND tipped a struggling waitress. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode,...