Inspirational Videos

Verse of the Day
December 22nd 2020
Luke 1:26-38

A reminder of God's presence in our lives to give us guidance and peace

Listen to John Legend and John Holiday on The Voice beautifully perform 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' by Simon & Garfunkel. “When you're weary, feeling small, when tears are in your eyes, I'll dry them all I'm on your side, oh, when times get rough, and friends just can't be found Like a bridge over troubled water, I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water, I will lay me down” What an incredible performance by these two! John Holiday is a contestant on this season of The Voice, and his coach is John Legend. They both did a marvelous job singing this lovely song during the live finale of the show. With the two of them both playing the piano on stage, singing out those beautiful, soulful notes, and all the lights surrounding them in the background, it was a definitely an incredible and magical performance! They are both so impressive! “This was a perfect song for the both of them,” comments one person on YouTube after watching the video. “This was also one of my favorite John Holiday vocals from the whole season.” “This song had me in tears, I had to go back and listen again,” writes another person online. “I hope they record it. They were great!” Another fan talks about how blessed they were by the performance: “John Holiday blessed us through the whole show. John your voice is a gift and we know you will keep sharing it to the world! Thank you so much! Best voice on the Voice!” Such outstanding talent on this show! And it is so much fun to see all of these singers perform each week. We hope that you enjoyed this spectacular performance by John Legend and John Holiday of the song 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' and it was able to uplift your spirits today!

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Verse of the Day
December 21st 2020
Luke 1:11-17

La manipulación del lenguaje condiciona la forma como pensamos. A medida que las tinieblas avanzan hacia su aniquilación, se van cambiando los significados de ciertas palabras y otras van siendo proscritas; eliminadas del uso cotidiano, porque no interesa que la gente piense en ellas. Este vídeo nos habla de tres de esas palabras que el mundo aborrece hoy día. Medita en ello.

Verse of the Day
December 19th 2020
1 John 4:20

Alongside the violin accompaniment of Anastasia Petryshak, Italian opera singer, Andrea Bocelli, is proud to release his fifth single, a cover of ‘Ave Maria,’ for his newly released album, ‘Believe.’ Andrea Bocelli has performed before with his children. A performance with his son, Matteo, went viral when they sang ‘Fall on Me’ together. This time, Andrea’s video features his 8-year-old daughter, Virginia. The video opens with a sweeping shot of Italy as Virginia Bocelli leads her father, who has been blind since he was a child, across the courtyard and into a cathedral. Andrea reverently prays and runs his fingers across the beautiful cathedral as he soaks in its beauty. Then, he beautifully sings ‘Ave Maria,’ and it takes your breath away. Originally composed in April of 1825 by famous Austrian composer, Frank Schubert, ‘Ave Maria’ has stood the test of time for religious art, being one of the most famous Christian songs for centuries since its release. Although the original song was composed in German, the phrase ‘Ave Maria’ is actually the Latin name for the prayer ‘Hail Mary.’ Translated into English, the lyrics are as followed: Ave Maria! maiden mild! Listen to a maiden's prayer! Thou canst hear though from the wild; Thou canst save amid despair. Inspired by both the spiritual journey of his adult life, as well as the powerful memories of playing religious music on the organ for rural churchgoers in his youth, Bocelli composed this inspired arrangement of ‘Ave Maria’ in March of 2020. In a statement on his musical career, Bocelli shared, “I don’t consider myself to be a composer, however, I am a musician, and sometimes melodies come to my mind, with essentially complete harmonies... Music that knocks on the door of my soul and which I gladly welcome and then set free by putting pen to Paper.” Not only does this video transport you to another part of the world in a time when travel isn’t possible, his soulful voice also lifts your spirit. “And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.” Luke 1:35

He was one of a kind. A rare breed of people indeed. Do you recall this nostalgic first appearance of Mister Rogers on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson? Whether you grew up watching Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood on TV or you’re a new fan after seeing the recent hit movie about him, you probably know Fred Rogers as a remarkable and kind man. Fred Rogers by many accounts embodied the same type of love that Christ advocated for in the Bible. “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.” John 13:35 More than seventeen years have gone by since Fred’s passing, and even more time since his appearance on The Tonight Show. The video opens with a parody done on the show about Mister. Rogers. In the video, instead of Mister. Rogers we get Mr. Codgers, a man with humorously sweaty armpits and smelly feet. Mr. Codgers gives the same love Mister Rogers does, but with a bunch of comically mishappenings too. Once the sketch ended Fred was welcomed to his seat to talk with legendary late night host, Johnny Carson. Unsurprisingly, Fred was not offended by that particular parody of his work. Johnny asked if Fred’s friends thought the parody was too harsh, and Fred replied that most of his friends like fun, just like everyone else. The two went on to talk about Fred’s background in television working behind the scenes of several hit NBC TV shows. Fred then shared that he left NBC to work for the first public television station in Pittsburgh. His friends at NBC told him he was crazy to leave an established station for one that hadn’t even aired its first show yet. Fred said he believed he was led to take the new job. This video is a touching reminder of Fred Rogers and his impact on us all, but especially children. He once said, “This is what I give. I give an expression of care every day to each child, to help him realize that he is unique… I feel that if we in public television can only make it clear that feelings are mentionable and manageable, we will have done a great service for mental health.” Thank God for people like Mr. Fred Rogers, and thank God that we have videos such as this to remind us of the impact he once had. History serves as a keen reminder of the people that once walked this Earth and the great messages they left behind. No wonder we continue to read about the acts of Adam, Joseph, Job, and Jesus. The legacy we leave behind matters, not just to our children, but all generations to follow.

The A Cappella group, Voctave brings us a cover of the Disney song, ‘Someday,’ that is truly inspiring! Perhaps, just perhaps, the music from the Hunchback of Notre Dame can teach us something. The song, ‘Someday’ as performed by Voctave is really moving. And you won’t believe the sound! Voctave always amazes with their vocal prowess. Listening to their amazing balance and pitch as they take us back to our childhoods with the iconic movie of the Hunchback and be reminded that someday life will be better. Someday when there isn’t so much hurt, injustice, or need. With their amazing vocals ranging soft to powerful between all eleven members, this beautiful song starts out with vocalist Ashley Espinoza who is then joined by Kate Lott. Soon the rest of the team joins in on the chorus with lyrics that are so powerful and so needed in a time such as this. Someday. Life will be fairer. Need will be rarer. Greed will not pay. Godspeed This bright millennium on its way. Let it come someday And just when you think it can’t get it any better, their musical talents create such a beautiful melody with Tiffany Coburn, Ashley Espinoza, Sarah Whittemore, Chrystal Johnson, E. J. Cardona, Drew Ochoa, Jamey Ray, Kurt von Schmittou, Aaron Stratton, and Karl Hudson. Captioned underneath their video, “In times like these it's important to remember there is hope for a brighter future. We wish this video would fill you with that hope.” And we couldn’t agree more. Hope is such a gift in 2020. Who knew a song made for Disney would apply to these trying times? One viewer wrote, “I wished, a few days ago, you all could release a new song to help everyone’s troubled, struggling hearts. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.” While another viewer commented, “Jamey, you never disappoint with your classic arrangements. The sopranos hit just the right notes with the others singing a stunning supportive sound. I hope you come back to Jacksonville park again,"Someday" soon.” Get ready to be filled with hope and to be inspired that things will indeed get better because God says he came so we could have life and live it abundantly. Even in times like these. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13

A bible study in the book of Ruth with a focus on counting the cost of our decisions as we move onward and start anew in Christ. A craft is included at the end. See also https://soundcloud.com/user-297025730/the-search.

Husband and wife duo Brackin and Lindsay Kirkland worship the Lord with ‘Be Still My Soul’ performed in a silo. As you hear these lyrics, be filled with love and admiration for our God. “Be still my soul the Lord is on thy side Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain Leave to thy God to order and provide” Brackin and Lindsay Kirkland make up the talented singing duo, Sounds Like Reign. For years, they have been using their God-given talent to give praise to His Name with hymns such as ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘It Is Well With My Soul.’ Today, they are standing in a silo and belting out the beautiful words of ‘Be Still My Soul.’ “In every change He faithful will remain Be still my soul thy best, thy heavenly friend Through thorny ways leads to a joyful end” This classic hymn is the perfect reminder that God is always in control. Even when the world around us may seem so rough, God’s constant love and support remains. He will guide us through each and every day with His never-ending grace and peace. We are so blessed to serve such a loving Father in Heaven and these words are the perfect way to give praise to His Name. Who else is singing along and shouting amen? James 1:17 “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”

Devotional in Biblical Poem

Azonnal elkezdhető, egyedülálló coach mediátor képzés, a tudatosság, a szellemi fejlődés és az anyagilag független boldog élet gyors eléréséért. Tanulj a legjobbtól, a legnagyobb tudású mester-coachtól, Szedlacsik Miklóstól! Regisztrálj díj és kötelezettség mentesen és tarts velünk!!
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Bible study – Christian lifestyle

Verse of the Day
December 18th 2020
Psalm 26:2

Devotional Poem

In this video, Krista Brons, founder of tHOLI Shoes, gives an overview of how the idea for tHOLI Shoes came forward through direct inspiration from Holy Spirit for the purposes of advancing God's Kingdom on this earth.

Verse of the Day
December 17th 2020
Hebrews 12:14

Listen to this incredible cover by the RESOUND trio of ‘The Prayer’ from Andrea Bocelli. “I pray you'll be our eyes and watch us where we go And help us to be wise in times when we don't know Let this be our prayer, when we lose our way Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace, give us faith so we’ll be safe” All we can say is wow! All of the voices in this video are absolutely incredible! And they all sound so amazing when they blend them together in those perfect harmonies. And it is so cool to hear them switching from English to Italian with the lyrics. What a marvelous rendition of this beautiful song. We cannot get enough of it! The group performing in this video is called RESOUND, and they are a three-member group based out of Richmond, Virginia. According to their YouTube page, “they believe their gift has been given only to them from God. They want to touch lives with their music and ministry. Resound has made accomplishments such as Background Vocalists for Troy Sneed's Latest Project with Top Gospel Billboard Chart Single "Lay it Down" and Local Artist in the Richmond, VA area. They have also ministered on stage and/or sung background for artists such as Tye Tribbet, Johnathan Nelson, Byron Cage, Kurt Carr, Vernon Gordon, and many more. They are humble individuals who are learning and growing in God.” “What an amazing God to blend these voices together!” writes one person on YouTube after watching this video. “The harmonies absolutely give me goosebumps. Just heavenly. Y'all took me there.” “My goodness, I’m just so, so thankful to be able to listen to your beautiful voices, giving glory to our Father! Amen and amen,” comments another person online. We hope that you enjoyed this rendition of ‘The Prayer’ and it was able to uplift you today.