Inspirational Videos

A barbershop quartet, the Nashville Music Medics, who received their training at the Barbershop Harmony Society, don scrubs as they use music to provide hospital patients with happiness and a bit of escapism.

Most of the time, the hospital is never a fun place to visit. The only reason someone would look forward to a trip to the hospital would be to celebrate a birth and cover the newborn in hugs and kisses. At any other time, hospitals are a place most people want to avoid at all costs. 

However, there are times when avoiding a trip to the hospital is not possible. Going to a medical facility, being seen by a doctor and being attended to by a group of dedicated nurses is usually the first step in curing a problem or an ailment. Nevertheless, no one enjoys a stay in the hospital, and they need some cheering up from time to time. 

That’s where the Nashville Music Medics come in, treating patients to the sweet sounds of their a cappella performances. A clip posted on YouTube explains that the men who make up the group come from all walks of life. Some are former military members, salesmen and civil engineers, but no doctors. 

However, despite their diverse backgrounds, the men are brought together by their mission to bring smiles to the faces of those who need it most. 

In addition to singing at hospitals, the guys perform at schools and community groups, the short clip states.

But the Nashville Music Medics are not the only a cappella group singing to bring healing and happiness to others. The video mentions there are 35 music medics in the United States.

What a terrific mission! Who doesn’t want to hear a happy, uplifting tune when they are a little down in the dumps and looking for a reason to smile? 

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

Julie Chen Moonves appeared on Candace Cameron Bure’s podcast, where they discussed how God often uses our failures and stumbles to teach, redirect and mold us.

Failing at anything, no matter how many times it may happen, is never a fun experience. There will never be an instance when we stumble and fall and think, “That was a good time, let’s do that again.” However, God can and does use these times when we fall short as opportunities to teach and lead us into the correct and better direction and path.

The short clip begins with Julie talking about how she experienced early career failure and rejection for several years. It took her four years of constant rejection before she got an on-air reporting opportunity. 

But instead of becoming bitter about her early career troubles, Julie believes God used that and every other time she has experienced hardship during her career for a purpose.

“You know, I feel like my whole career in life was dealing with rejection that was meant to be, that ended up landing me where on the path that God had already planned,” Julie said.

Candace added that during times of rejection and failure, we grow. It makes us stronger and builds character.

The short clip ends with Julie sharing words of wisdom told to her by a friend about God's response in times of rejection and failure.

“Someone said to me recently, ‘God has three answers: Yes, wait and instead of no, it’s I’ve got something better,”’ Julie said.

Rejection and failure will always be difficult. But as the ladies so astutely point out, failure is an opportunity for growth and a chance for God to work in our lives, directing and molding us into the person He wants us to be.

Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, said the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”

One customer blessed a café in Michigan by leaving the restaurant a massive $10,000 tip.

Many people are struggling and fighting to make it through each week. Money can be tight and hard to come by, especially when bills pile up. Add to this situation car trouble, a broken water heater or some other unexpected expense, and an already tight financial circumstance becomes much worse. 

Even if you’re not in dire financial straits or strapped for cash, finances are an area most people consider when making any decision. That’s why one man’s generous move was so stunning and unexpected but deeply appreciated.

In a video posted on YouTube, one man who wished to remain anonymous secretly left his waitress at a Michigan café a $10,000 tip after enjoying breakfast. 

The clip adds that the man’s generous move came after he had attended a friend’s memorial service. He blessed the waitress with the money to honor his late friend. 

The waitress, Linsey Boyd, was understandably overwhelmed and overjoyed after seeing the large number.

“I just gave him a hug,” Linsey said. “I didn’t even know his name at that point, but I gave him a hug.”

The man also gave Linsey directions on what to do with the huge tip. He told her to share it with her coworkers, which Linsey did without thinking twice.

Kindness can come from anyone and anywhere. It may not always be a $10,000 tip, but showing kindness and love can make a big difference in someone’s life. 

We can always be kinder and more loving to our fellow man. We might not be able to surprise and bless someone with thousands of dollars, but small acts here and there can have a big impact.

Luke 6:38 “Give and it will be given to you; good measure, crushed down, full and running over, they will give to you. For in the same measure as you give, it will be given to you again.”

A gym of spectators, teammates and opponents showed love and kindness to a young woman with Down syndrome when she scored her first basket.

For a lot of people, sports are a deadly serious subject. They want their team, whether in the high school, collegiate or professional rankings, to perform well. Wins and losses, for the most part, are the only statistic that matters to many fans. Sportsmanship and kindness during the heat of competition often fall by the wayside.

That was not the case during a basketball game between two teams of young women. A video posted on TikTok captures the sweet moment when a young woman with Down syndrome scores a basket – her first – during the game. The young woman’s unbridled joy and how the entire gym of spectators reacts is so heartwarming!

In the video posted by the young woman’s mother, the text explains the situation.“My Girl #24 has Down’s Syndrome & hasn’t scored all season. Score 0-0…she’s up…U GOTTA WATCH!!,” the text reads.

As the video starts, no. 24 is led out onto the floor by one of her teammates. The little girl is placed a few feet away from the basket as another one of her teammates prepares to inbound the ball. 

The basketball eventually finds its way into the hands of the little girl and she shoots several times, desperately trying to put the ball in the basket. This all happens as children on the other team continue to allow the little girl to shoot and try for a basket.

Then, at around the 1:15-minute mark of the clip, no. 24 puts the ball in the basket, sending the entire gym into a frenzy!

What an incredible act of sportsmanship, kindness and love. That’s likely a moment she’ll cherish for the rest of her life.

Colossians 3:12 “Put on therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance.”

“If you could describe yourself in one word, what would it be?” the interviewer asks Frank Caprio, a well-loved American judge and politician. 

Frank responds, “Aggressive” and the interviewer asks why he answered with that word. 

He replies, “I feel that being aggressive was the reason why that I was able to overcome whatever material and financial problems that we had as a family when I was younger.”

Frank also talks about how he came from a poor family and had to work very hard. He does say that perseverance is probably a better word and changes his answer. 

And what a great answer that is! No matter what our lives might bring, perseverance is the key. We can get through most things with that in mind. 

We should also be depending on God and asking for prayer to help us persevere through whatever challenges might come our way. 

Frank served as the Chief Judge of the Municipal Court of Providence, RI, and as the Chairman of the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education. You can also see him on the televised program, “Caught in Providence.”

Frank’s videos have gone viral and he has his own YouTube channel. 

Sadly, in December of 2023, he announced that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. During the video where he announces this, he also asks for the community to pray for him. He recently gave an update on his treatments, which he gets every two weeks. 

We want to pray for Frank as he fights cancer. He has inspired so many over the years, and we know that he will use perseverance for this current struggle as he has in the past. 

What a great reminder for all of us to continue to pray, and persevere, through all of life’s challenges. 

“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience. And patience, experience; and experience, hope. And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.” - Romans 5:3-5

Legendary musician Jon Bon Jovi had a sweet and moving moment with his daughter on stage during one of his concerts.

No parent wants to see their children grow up. If mom and dad had their choice, their children would remain little for as long as possible. As all parents know and understand, that is not possible. Childhood passes too quickly because children have a nasty habit of growing up, moving out and starting their own lives.

As one video posted on YouTube shows, even Rock & Rock Hall of Fame members long for the days when their children were still little. During a 2017 concert in Las Vegas, Jon brought his daughter, Stephanie, up on stage. 

At around the 2:55-minute mark of the clip, Jon mentions how everyone has a precious little girl in their life. Because of time, they don’t stay little for long.

Jon adds that his once little girl, Stephanie, is not so little anymore. She has grown up, much to Jon’s dismay. Jon and the band then move into the song “I Got the Girl,” according to See It Live.

During the performance, the "Livin’ on a Prayer” singer starts looking behind him. At one point, Jon even motions for someone to come up on stage, saying, “Come over here.”

Moments later, Jon’s daughter appears on stage and the two dance together. At the song’s end, Jon grabs his daughter and gives her several kisses on the face, and then the two share a loving and heartwarming embrace. 

The crowd goes wild. They show their appreciation by giving a thunderous round of applause and cheers as they take in the sweet moment between a loving father and his daughter. 

Enjoy the time you have with your children because it does not last forever. Those are some of life’s most precious moments. 

Psalm 103:13 “As a father has pity on his children, so the Lord has pity on his worshippers.”

Four women who were friends in high school, back in the 1950s, have now been reunited because they all live at the same retirement home.

Life is all about relationships. No one was made to experience life all by themselves. We all require connection with other human beings. Even the most standoffish and anti-social individual wants someone who knows and understands them. 

One of the most important types of relationships we’ll ever form in life is friendships. Friends are special people who are shoulders to cry on when times get tough. They give a word of encouragement when needed, and they are there to celebrate some of life’s special moments and milestones. 

However, unfortunately, whether due to time or distance, some friendships can fade and cease to exist. But others are strong enough to withstand such hurdles, including four women who went to the same California high school in the 1950s. Despite the time that may have passed, four elderly women remain friends. They now live at the same retirement center.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the women reminisced about their high school days. 

“We had a prom every year,” Joan Harris said. “We had a girls basketball team. And we played other Catholic girls’ high schools. We had typing, and we had music and art.”

While in their advanced age, the women understand just how valuable and important friendship is now. Their time together means everything to them.

“I think friendship is very important,” Sylvia Crane said. “And having old friends is wonderful. There’s so many of us that are gone. It’s very important to me to know that I still have these three wonderful women around me.”

What a heartwarming story about friendship that has endured and withstood the test of time! 

Proverbs 18:24 “A man of many companions may be ruined, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”

One highly intelligent young man, a 2-year-old, possesses quite the impressive skill of quickly solving math problems.

In school, most people had at least some classes they seemed to have a natural aptitude in and picked up the lessons easily and quickly. That may have been history, English or even shop class. For whatever reason, the knowledge and skills dispensed in those courses were acquired easily, with little effort.

But on the other hand, everyone had other courses that weren’t as easy. Courses like science, health and math may have given you fits, and even with extra study and practice, it still didn’t click. For me, that was always math. Working with numbers was always something that I struggled with mightily. 

However, one young man, in a video posted on Instagram, demonstrates his genius-level intelligence and grasp of math and mathematical concepts. In the video, the 2-year-old stands at a whiteboard with a handful of problems written on it. 

The little guy then approaches and while talking and mumbling to himself, quickly moves down the board, filling in the answers. His swift pace would be impressive for someone much older than him, but considering he’s only 2 years old, it’s simply astounding.

After he writes in his answers, the young man is all smiles. He also has his own personal cheering section. Two people out of frame are heard clapping for the little guy, exclaiming, “Good job!”

God has blessed everyone with different skills, talents and interests. He expects us to use those gifts to bring glory and honor to His name. Whatever He gives us, He expects a return, especially when it comes to our God-given gifts and talents. After all, what good is a gift if it’s never opened and used? 

Ephesians 6:4 “And, you fathers, do not make your children angry: but give them training in the teaching and fear of the Lord.”

A woman in California came across a massive black bear hanging out and enjoying itself under her house. 

Most people adore animals. It’s nearly impossible for individuals to get their fill of cats, dogs and other members of the four-legged and furry friend community. They would do anything and everything they could to help and protect them. It pains people to see an animal suffering or in any pain.

However, there are some animals from which people should keep their distance, or they might be the ones who end up hurting and in pain. Snakes, alligators and bears immediately come to mind when considering members who fit this exclusive category. 

But for one woman, Tina, it was impossible to avoid a run-in with a massive black bear because it had parked itself under her house! 

“When I saw the crawlspace grate ripped off its hinges, I’m like, ‘Oh, no, it’s down there,” she told Kelly Clarkson. “So, I walked down to my basement with my flashlight, and the eyes shone right back at me.”

However, Tina, despite having a bear weighing several hundred pounds staring right at her from under her house, managed to get the animal out on her own!

Hilariously, Tina first turned to Google for answers to fix her problem, searching, “How to get a bear out of a crawlspace.” Unfortunately, the internet wasn’t much help. So, she turned to her town’s mayor and the police, who advised her to purchase mothballs.

Taking the advice, Tina secured some mothballs and threw them underneath the house with the bear. That was successful. The bear left on its own, probably to look for another crawlspace to hang out under.

The creatures God placed on Earth deserve love and respect. However, if I found a bear parked under my house, I’d have a for-sale sign in my yard quickly!

Proverbs 12:10 “An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of evildoers are cruel.”

One woman is grateful for the Greenville, South Carolina, employees who went to great lengths to find her wedding ring after it fell into a dumpster.

Weddings are beautiful ceremonies in which two people pledge to stick with one another through life’s ups and downs, through the good and the bad. Of course, everyone knows that in addition to the vows during the ceremony, rings are exchanged. The rings are a sign of that never-ending commitment, becoming valuable and cherished pieces of jewelry because of that significance.

So, when Melanie Harper loses her wedding ring, it’s easy to imagine the terror and dread she must have felt. She was placing trash in a recycle bin when the ring slipped off her finger and into the endless sea of recyclable material. 

“After I didn’t find it, in my head, I imagined that Price is Right game, Plinko,” she said. “And the ring just like plinking down to the bottom.”

Melanie, trying to recover the ring, reached out to the Greenville, South Carolina Department of Public Works. The department’s supervisor had empathy for Melanie. He put himself in her position and then made a decision.

They spilled out the contents of the container all over the parking lot and then began searching through the trash, looking for the lost ring. The odds of ever ringing something so small are minuscule, next to zero, right?

Well, Travis Golden did happen to find the ring!

After the ring was recovered and returned to Melanie, she met up with the men to express her sincere gratitude. 

Praise God for their kind and diligent efforts. That would have been a devastating loss if that ring had been lost forever. 

What a terrific example of how our efforts and hard work can and do directly impact the lives of others.

Proverbs 18:9 “He who does not give his mind to his work is brother to him who makes destruction.”

The quick and heroic actions of an off-duty firefighter saved the life of his neighbor’s child, who was choking and unable to breathe.

While the world is lost and broken, full of hurting and struggling people, heroes still exist. However, sadly, these true heroes do not get the praise and attention they deserve. Instead, society's attention and spotlight are too often focused on those falsely considered heroes. Sports stars, musicians, greedy Washington politicians and Hollywood actors hog all the attention, acclaim and underserved praise while never doing anything heroic.

A clip posted on YouTube shines the light on a real hero, Greg Tabeek. Greg, a trained paramedic and a firefighter, encountered a horrifying situation while off-duty but remained calm and saved the day.

The situation began when Al, a Florida father, noticed that his infant daughter had collapsed. He knew something was immediately wrong and acted, not wanting to waste a second. Al ran over to his neighbor Greg’s house. 

The video shows Al holding his young daughter as he rings the doorbell, waiting for Greg to answer. Once he does, Greg grabs the young girl, asks Al if he has reached out to 911 and immediately gets to work. 

Eventually, Greg was able to successfully dislodge a large piece of plastic that had become stuck in the child’s throat. 

Greg, recalling the scary life-or-death situation, said he was able to help because of the lessons he’s picked up and learned throughout his career.

“It was a little bit of a shock to what’s going on,” Greg said. “But again, it’s just the training and trust in your skills, and stay calm and let my training go to work and try to handle it.”

Praise God for Greg and his heroic efforts! He saved a life and kept a father from experiencing the worst thing that any parent could ever endure: losing a child. 

Romans 15:1-2 “We who are strong have to be a support to the feeble, and not give pleasures to ourselves. Let every one of us please his neighbor for his good, to make him strong.”

Judge Frank Caprio, of “Caught in Providence” fame, believes that there is a “special place in heaven” for those who are parents to children with special needs.

Parenting is one of life’s biggest blessings. There is no feeling like opening your heart and home to a child, either through birth or adoption. Children add so much joy, love and happiness to life. 

But like everything else in life, worthwhile things are also difficult. The actions, words and lessons children learn from their parents will impact the rest of their lives. There are massive responsibilities that come with being a parent. That’s especially true if the Lord blesses a couple with a child with special needs. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Judge Frank Caprio said parents who have been blessed with children with special needs have been set apart in the eyes of God. In fact, he believes that heaven has a “special place” for those who care for and love children with special needs.

“There’s a special place in heaven for parents who are raising children with special needs,” the judge said. “Raising any child is challenging. Parenting a child with special needs will teach you just how strong you really are. It requires incredible tenacity, patience, resourcefulness and an unwavering commitment to never-ending love.”

What a beautiful sentiment from the kind, loving and gracious judge about life, parenting and children with special needs. 

Yes, that child may require more time, attention and assistance than other children. But they are still just as special and loved in the eyes of the Lord, and as Judge Frank Caprio believes, so are that child’s parents. 

True parenting, the judge adds, is not about caring for and loving the child you thought you would have one day but doing that for the one you do have. 

Ephesians 6:4 “And, you fathers, do not make your children angry: but give them training in the teaching and fear of the Lord.”

A couple of police officers in Ohio went above and beyond the call of duty when they surprised a 4-year-old child with toys after his birthday gifts were stolen.

Birthdays are a big deal to children. They anxiously and expectedly look forward to celebrating the day they came into the world. The joyous occasion is often recognized, in some form or fashion, with a party, friends, cake, ice cream and gifts. 

Children enjoy every element of their birthday celebration. But if they are being honest, most children would likely mention the presents as their favorite part of the whole ordeal. Who doesn’t like receiving gifts? 

That’s why police officers in Ohio rushed in to save the day when 4-year-old Jae Ingram’s birthday gifts were stolen from his mother’s vehicle.

What kind of person steals from a child? 

What could have remained a terrible incident, reminding people of the evil and wickedness that exists in the world was used as an opportunity to show others love, kindness and charity.

After receiving the call to report the stolen presents, the officers got to work, doing what they could to brighten the young man’s big day.

“I ended up going to the local Walgreens,” Officer Drew Olinger said. “And we just wanted to make sure that he got his gifts for his birthday.”

A doorbell camera captures the moment the officers arrive to surprise the young man with the presents.

“I know that these won’t make up for the gifts that you didn’t get, but we got you some stuff,” one of the officers says.

The young man can be heard yelling with delight.

Bad things happen in life. Everyone will experience the cruelty of this broken and lost world. But those are also chances and opportunities to show others love and kindness and to be the hands and feet of Christ. 

Genesis 50:20 “As for you, it was in your mind to do me evil, but God has given a happy outcome, the salvation of numbers of people, as you see today.”

Grab the tissues for this one! One loving and devoted husband is determined to provide his wife, who has been diagnosed with dementia, with “the best day she can have” every single day.

Marriage is a lifelong commitment between two people who vow to remain together through the good and the bad. Part of the vows exchanged while standing at the altar includes a passage about remaining together through sickness and in health. Those are sacred promises, not to be taken lightly.

When one man in Australia, Jim, said “in sickness and in health” to his wife, Maureen, he meant it as demonstrated by his loving and moving actions. In a video posted on Facebook, Jim states that Maureen was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia four years ago. 

Every single day since her diagnosis, Jim brings Maureen down to their favorite café. Jim and Maureen also visit, every day, the beach where they had their first date and the place where they first held hands, according to the Manly Observer. 

“My philosophy is each day, I want to give Maureen the best day she can have,” Jim said. “That statement stems from when she came out of the hospital, and each day could have been her last.”

But that is not all that Jim does for his wife. The video’s narrator states that Jim noticed Maureen would quietly reach out for other people’s hands. Most of the time, Maureen’s attempts to touch or hold someone’s hands would go unnoticed. So, Jim created a t-shirt with a message to ensure people noticed.

Following her diagnosis, Jim was told that Maureen likely would not make it another four months. However, Jim reveals that doctors told him that more than two years ago. 

What a beautiful and touching example of wholly committed and unconditional love! God bless this couple and Jim’s efforts to provide love, comfort and care to Maureen. 

1 Corinthians 13:13 “But now we still have faith, hope, love, these three; and the greatest of these is love.”

One young man, an 8-year-old, had the sweetest reaction because of an unexpected visit from his best friend. He was so moved that he was brought to tears. 

Life is all about creating relationships and forming bonds with people. God did not make us to exist on an island or to experience life by ourselves. We were created to interact and communicate with others. This is demonstrated throughout the Bible, especially in the Garden of Eden, when God said it was not good for Adam to be alone, so He created Eve. 

Friendships are among the most important and cherished relationships that anyone will ever forge. Friends are an uplifting voice, sharing words of encouragement and a shoulder to cry on during a troubling time. Deep, meaningful friendships make life a fuller, richer and happier experience.

A clip posted on YouTube shows that two young men – Liam and Sage - have already formed these deep, meaningful relationships. The short, 1-minute clip begins with Sage, who is all smiles, running into the arms of his 8-year-old best friend, Liam. For the first few moments, they don’t speak but hug, glad to be in one another’s presence again.

But then, Liam tells his buddy, “I love you.” After their loving embrace, Liam is spotted wiping tears away from his eyes. Their hug and Liam’s tears came after Sage surprised Liam with a visit. Sage and his family had recently moved 7 hours away, making seeing one another difficult. 

However, despite Sage living several hours away from his buddy, the two keep in regular contact, talking over the phone. But as anyone knows, a phone call is no substitute for seeing someone in person. 

The two little guys have been best friends for years. Their close friendship began when they were only two years old. 

Friendships are vital, necessary relationships and must be nurtured, protected and cherished. Friends are yet another one of the Lord’s many blessings. 

Ecclesiastes 4:9 “Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their work.”

Former NFL Player Emmanuel Acho believes that obedience to God is the secret to doing and achieving greatness in life. 

Most people want to do things that matter and make a difference. Individuals have a desire to know that their existence means something. Who doesn’t want to live a life of significance? But that is much easier said than done. 

God has a unique will, plan and purpose for each human life. No one is put on Earth by mistake or by happenstance. The Lord wants to achieve something great in and through every life. But to do that, to know and understand and fulfill God’s will for our lives requires obedience on our part. 

In a conversation with Christian musician Lecrae about the importance of talent and obedience, Emmanuel stated that he believes obedience will win out every time. He even points to specific people in the Bible, when they were obedient, that God used to achieve greatness. 

“And so, I went on this goose chase, Old Testament of just, like, Moses, with Samson, Esther, whether it was Elijah, like what was the secret?” Emmanuel said. “And they all were obedient, and if they weren’t obedient that’s when they lost favor.”

Emmanuel adds that God can use anyone with any skill level or ability, but the Lord wants someone obedient to Him and His commands. In the Bible, God repeatedly used ordinary people to do extraordinary things. 

“Yo, it’s not just about being talented,” he said. “I always tell people I’m talented, but I ain’t that talented, you feel me? I ain’t that talented. Are you willing to be obedient? That, to me, is the secret power to greatness.”

God is capable of miracles, more than anything we could ever imagine, and he has plans to include us but obedience to Him and His will is a must. 

Luke 9:23 “And he said to them all, ‘If any man has a desire to come after me, let him give up all, and take up his cross every day, and come after me.’”

A man became overwhelmed with emotion, shedding tears on his wedding day as he was giving a speech and making promises to his stepson. 

A wedding is a beautiful ceremony in which two people make a life-long commitment to one another in front of family and friends. While a wedding is about the two people standing at the altar exchanging vows, it’s about more than that. More people are involved in and impacted by a wedding. A wedding is essentially the combining of two families. 

A man about to get married was not only gaining a wife but also a stepson. A clip posted on YouTube shows the man, Eldridge Buchannan, addressing 7-year-old Kayden. He speaks directly to the young man, making a series of vows and promises to him. 

“So, I vow to you from this day forward that I’m going to love you, I’m going to teach you, I’m going to guide you and I’m going to pour into you because you are a king, " Eldridge says with tears in his eyes. “And you my king.”

Eldridge also promised Kayden that he would show him what it means to be someone of integrity, to be a leader and what “it looks like for a man to love a woman.” 

That tear-jerking moment was the result of a last-minute decision, according to Eldridge. He says that he decided to address Kayden only minutes before he was scheduled to make his way to the altar.

Additionally, Eldridge says that on the way to school, he has a series of talks and discussions with young Kayden.

“You know, we have a lot of talks on the way to school every morning about leadership and about integrity and respect and things of that nature,” Eldridge said. 

Eldridge obviously cares a tremendous amount for Kayden and is willing to put in the time, effort and care that it takes to teach a little boy what it means to be a man. 

Ephesians 6:4 “And, you fathers, do not make your children angry: but give them training in the teaching and fear of the Lord.”

Keygan is a 19-year-old living in Idaho and has an amazing heart for his community. However, his life is filled with many challenges.

In this video, Nate from East Idaho News starts to tell us a little bit about Keygan. He is one of 12 children, all of whom were adopted, and has what is called Nager Syndrome. This is where he has deformed arms, hands, feet, and facial deformities. He has also had to endure over 75 surgeries. 

Even though he has been through so much he gives back by crocheting blankets and hats for his community. He has been crocheting for nine years now and taught himself to do so online. Very impressive!

In addition to crocheting, he also volunteers at several places around his community such as the family history center, the food pantry, and the hospital.

Nate goes on to say, “He has been through a lot but he gives and gives and gives. And today we want to give back to him.” He then goes to Keygan’s house however he isn’t home and has to come back a few hours later. Keygan was out in the community helping others.

Once he does get home, Nate meets him in the parking lot and asks him a little bit about the crocheting. He then gives Keygan the gift cards, which are from Amazon, and his favorite restaurants Olive Garden or Longhorn.

After Keygan gets the gift cards he says “Thank you so much” several times. He is very excited and thankful that he received the gifts.  

The news received an email for the segment, “Feel Good Friday” in which they talked about Keygan and how he would be the right person to receive the gift because of how much he gives to his community. 

“But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.” - Hebrews 13:16 

One woman, a school bus driver, quickly stepped up and acted when she saw a young man, a third grader, choking, saving his life. 

Heroes come from all walks of life. Unfortunately, those so often referred to as heroes aren’t the least bit heroic. Instead, Hollywood actors, greedy Washington politicians and athletes are more concerned about themselves than the well-being of others. But there are still actual heroes today, such as Mayrelyn Lopez.

Mayrelyn is a bus driver in Florida. She transports the children to and from school. She makes sure they get to their destination safely. But on one trip home after school, Mayrelyn found herself in a scary situation.

The clip posted on YouTube states that during the first stop on the way home from school, Mayrelyn got up from her driver’s to address a situation on the bus. It was resolved quickly, but on the way back to her seat Mayrelyn spotted something unusual and frightening.

One of the children, 8-year-old Levi Holder, had turned purple. He was choking on a piece of candy, unable to breathe. That’s when Mayrelyn, without thinking, sprang into action, according to Fox 35. 

The school bus driver states that she grabbed the young man and began performing the Heimlich Maneuver. Moments later, Mayrelyn recalls that she successfully dislodged the candy, and young Levi was able to start breathing once again. 

“It’s nothing to think in at the moment,” Mayrelyn said. “Just do it, what, what I have to do.”

Mayrelyn is the definition of a hero. She paid attention to her surroundings, stepped in, acted quickly and saved a life.  

Praise God for Mayrelyn and people like her who do not get the attention they deserve. They aren’t seeking attention or trying to bring glory to themselves. Instead, they do what is right. 

Psalm 34:17 “The cry of the upright comes before the Lord, and he takes them out of all their troubles.”

A woman “struggling” and going through medical issues was overwhelmed and left in tears following comments from a stranger as she left the gym.

Everyone has issues, problems and subjects that can result in discomfort, hurt and humiliation. Human beings are far from perfect. All have their flaws, imperfections and struggles. Some may be more apparent than others, but everyone has something they are fighting and struggling against.

For one woman who posted a video on TikTok, her weight and overall health are issues for her. This is complicated by, as she hints at in the clip, underlying medical issues. However, despite her struggle, she is taking action and making an effort to do something about it. She states she has been in the gym, working out for “a little over two years now.”

But as she was leaving the gym, a stranger’s kind, uplifting and encouraging comment left her in tears. She was overwhelmed by the man’s statement. 

“He goes, ‘I’ve seen you in here every week, almost, almost every day, like seeing you in here every week, and I’m proud of you,”” she said.

She mentioned that the man who spoke those kind words to her was very much into the gym, super fit and in shape. 

Through tears, the young woman stated how much those words meant to her and how big a difference a kind word can make to someone struggling.

“You have no idea how much people that are going through something appreciate the kindness,” she said. “Because he didn’t have to say it. He doesn’t even know what I’m going through. I’ve never talked to anybody in the gym about it, except for the management.”

Kind and uplifting words said to someone may not seem like much, but for someone who is fighting or struggling with an issue or a situation, it can make all the difference.

At the end of the video, the woman said the man’s kind words “made her day.”

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”