Heartwarming

A man in his 90s proves that it’s never too late to chase a dream. Even at his advanced age, he pursued and achieved something that he had always wanted to do. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear what this man did despite being in his 90s.

Time is nothing that can be paused, stopped or reversed. As much as people may want to, it’s simply not possible. Since time keeps marching forward, aging is a natural and continual process that no one can stop or slow (despite beauty products promising to reverse aging). We are getting a little older with every second, minute, hour and day.

Since aging isn’t something we can control, shouldn’t we try to enjoy it? No amount of worrying will add any further time to our lives. I mean, what other option do we have? We should appreciate and take advantage of the time the Lord has given us on Earth and not be worried about our age or how it may impact us.

A clip posted on YouTube tells the story of 97-year-old John Toomey. John, who owns a barbecue restaurant, still comes to work every single day without fail. The video shows the elderly business owner making his rounds in the restaurant, checking on everything and greeting his employees.

The video mentions that John had always wanted to own a barbecue restaurant. It was a dream of his, but it wasn’t until he was 93 years old that he finally became the proud owner of the joint that serves some truly delicious food, as pointed out by the restaurant’s loyal customers.

He didn’t let his age prevent him from doing something that he had always wanted to do. Now, he says that owning the restaurant and coming in every day has been good for him.

“Yes, it gives me an interest and something to do,” John said.

What is something that you’ve always wanted to do, but have things like your age hold you back?

Psalm 71:9 “Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.”

A young man’s reaction to unexpected kindness from a stranger will melt your heart. He had no idea what was about to happen, but the look on his face clearly shows that he absolutely loved it. Watch the short but unbelievably sweet clip to see what the stranger did and how the young man responded.

Several things in this world will forever and always be in short supply. For starters, time is our most precious and invaluable commodity. It is constantly fleeting and disappearing. Once gone, not one second or minute can ever be recovered. We can never have too much time, and whenever you lose a loved one, you quickly and sadly realize this to be all too true.

On a much happier and upbeat note, kindness is another thing that we can never have enough of. While there are many kind and caring people in the world, there is and always will be room for more. A clip posted on YouTube captures one of these unexpected acts of kindness and how it made a young man’s day, possibly his week and entire month.

In the video, it’s explained that a young man, Bleu, has cerebral palsy and is in a wheelchair. The child was celebrating his birthday at an ice rink, and he told someone how much he would love to go out on the ice and skate around. Well, a stranger overheard the young man expressing his desire to go out on the ice, and that’s when something unexpected but unbelievably heartwarming and touching happened.

Instead of listening and forgetting about the child’s comments, a stranger asked to take Bleu out on the ice. The clip captures the moment when the young man is taken out onto the ice and the pure joy and happiness on the youngster’s face.

His reaction is enough to cause even the most stoic, unemotional person to shed a tear or two.

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.”

An honest young man found a lost wedding ring in a parking lot and did the right thing. The youngster finds something nearly everywhere he goes, and one of his discoveries was something of great value and importance. Watch the short but touching video to hear what the little guy did after coming across the expensive piece of jewelry.

The wedding day is a monumental step for every couple. During that all-important ceremony, they vow to remain together forever, regardless of what life may throw at them. In addition to vows and promises, the two exchange rings, symbolizing their undying and unyielding commitment to each other.

So, naturally, a wedding ring is incredibly important because of when it was given and what it represents. Most people greatly cherish that piece of jewelry, keeping it under close watch and surveillance. If it were to become missing, that would result in great worry, consternation and stress for the individual who lost or misplaced it. Their anxiety would be off the charts until they were able to locate it.

A clip posted on YouTube tells how one young man, 10-year-old Kal Blank, discovered an expensive diamond wedding ring in the parking lot of a Costco. But instead of keeping the ring to himself, Kal and his mother worked to find the ring’s owner. She reached out to the store, reporting it missing, and as it turned out, someone had said their wedding ring had gone missing.

However, as the clip mentions, the child did a few things before returning it. He cleaned up the ring and even wrote a touching, heartwarming letter to its rightful owner.

“He is an extremely special kid, and you guys have to be so proud,” Mae Praetzel, the ring’s owner, told Kal’s parents.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake has forgiven you.”

A hardworking man who walks miles to his two full-time jobs was unexpectedly shown kindness and love. The beautiful, heartwarming story will cause you to wipe away a tear or two. Watch this short but powerful clip about how a little bit of kindness, care and consideration can go a long way.

How difficult is it to exhibit a little concern and kindness? It doesn’t require any special gift, talent, skill or even much time. Honestly, all that is really necessary is to spot a need and then care enough about the well-being of another to act. That’s it, and it’s something that everyone can do, regardless of their age or stage in life.

Christians are called to care for and look after others. While many people would rather go about their day and keep their heads down to avoid making eye contact with someone in need, Jesus says we are to act otherwise. When asked to name the greatest commandments, Christ answered that one of them was to love your neighbor as yourself. This would include helping others in need. Showing Christ-like love and kindness is precisely what some people did for one man in need.

The clip posted on YouTube tells the story of Rodolfo Depaz. Rodolfo has two full-time jobs—at Dairy Queen and Chipotle—and regularly works 80 hours a week. He gets to work by walking several miles a day - rain, shine or snow. He sends the money he earns back to his wife and two children in El Salvador.

Because Rodolfo sends money back to make a better life for his family, he does not have enough for a set of wheels, so he walks to work every day. That is, until one of Rodolfo’s co-workers, Emily, invited him to her house for dinner with her family. He became part of the family, enjoying weekends and holidays with them.

Emily’s father then asked Rodolfo to join his men’s Bible study group. Soon after joining the group, one of the members surprised him by giving him a car. Rodolfo no longer has to walk to work, and he’s eternally grateful for that, mentioning how the Lord has answered his prayers.

“Just said, ‘Thank God, you listen to me in my prayers every day,’” Rodolfo said.

John 13:34 “I give you a new law: Have love for one another; even as I have had love for you, so are you to have love one for another.”

A woman with dementia stunned everyone when she sat down at a piano and played beautifully. Despite her condition, the woman put on a jaw-dropping and magnificent musical performance. Watch the short but powerful clip to listen to and see how the woman battling dementia played the piano. You likely will not believe your eyes or ears!

Currently, it’s still impossible to stop, slow down or even pause the passage of time. Although many may try, no one has yet found a way to accomplish that goal. Despite our objections, time continues marching forward with every passing second, minute, hour and day. So, that means aging is just a natural process, and there is nothing you or I can do about that. We will all continue to get older, even if we do not acknowledge our birthdays.

Sadly, while aging is a process we all endure, it is often not fun or enjoyable. That’s especially true when it starts to rob us or our loved ones of abilities we once took for granted. When people reach an advanced age, they might lose their ability to walk, speak, or even have trouble recalling memories, which is always painful to see a loved one endure. That’s why a clip posted on YouTube of an older woman playing a piano will likely bring you to tears.

The woman in the video has dementia. Sadly, she says she no longer remembers being able to play the instrument. However, she sits down in front of the piano and is told to “just try.” What happens next is mind-blowing!

Right before she plays, she says, “I don’t know it.” However, when her hands touch the keys, it’s like it all comes back to her. Her hands remember exactly how to play the instrument.

Even after putting on that outstanding display, the woman still says, “I don’t really know it.”  As the video’s narrator points out, this clip indicates that music is powerful, and can and does have an enormous impact on our brains. 

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

This school bus driver found an unexpected way to ease nervous students. He knew the students would be experiencing first-day jitters and did what he could to help. Watch the short and sweet video to hear what the school bus driver did to provide some comic relief.

Everyone loves some form of comedy and to laugh, and that is an undeniable fact. Have you ever met anyone who hates laughing and all things funny? I know I haven't, and I certainly hope you haven't either. That would be one miserable individual, and getting away from them as quickly as possible would be best.

Laughter and all things funny are powerful. They can and do bring us together. Is there anything better than sharing a laugh with someone? Also, at least temporarily, laughter can ease our pain and alleviate fears. In a clip posted on YouTube, a school bus driver used comedy and laughter to help lessen the first-day jitters and nerves he knew a lot of students would be experiencing.

Lucas Champion, a school bus driver, was listening to music when he heard a classic, beloved rock song, ZZ Top's "Sharp Dressed Man," when he got an idea. He started rifling through his closet and pulled out his tuxedo from 2016. He decided that would be his outfit for the next day, the first day of the new school year.

So, why did the bus driver unexpectedly wear formal attire as he picked up the kids for school the next morning? As the video explains, Lucas wanted all the kids on his bus to board with smiles on their faces. He understood how the first day of school, especially for children, can be a bit daunting and overwhelming, so he did what he could to help put them at ease.

The video also points out that Lucas may make wearing a tuxedo on the first day of school an annual tradition.

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."

A mother's "Toy Story"-style farewell is the sweetest college sendoff. What this mom put together right before her son headed off to college will have you wiping away a tear or two or three. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see the tear-jerking display one mother set up for her son.

Every parent will agree that being called a mother or a father is the best, most important title you'll ever receive. Parents love and adore their children. Moms and dads don't refer to their youngsters as their pride and joy for no reason. It's one of those old, worn-out, cliché sayings that is actually true.

It's because of that immense, overwhelming and unconditional love that makes a child leaving to go to college such an emotional and even painful event. That child is no longer under mom and dad's roof and is out from under their parents' watchful eyes and protection. Anything can happen to that child when they are out in the world, and mom and dad will not be right there to keep them safe and make everything better. In a clip posted on YouTube, one mother created a unique way for her son to say goodbye to his childhood as he entered a new phase of his life.

In the video, the young man walks down the hallway and is greeted by his childhood toys and stuffed animals. They are all lined up against the way, preparing to say goodbye as the young man heads off to college.

In addition to his childhood toys, several pictures of him as a youngster have been placed on the wall. The young man is literally walking through his childhood memories, getting a chance to reflect upon where he's been and look at his childhood one last time.

As one person in the video mentions, the mother could not have set that all up without bawling her eyes out. While it was a lovely, sweet thing for her to do, it must have been nearly impossible to complete without getting emotional.

Proverbs 22:6 "If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it."

A sweet bond exists between a group of high school runners and a woman nicknamed the "popsicle lady." It's an unexpected connection, but one that is sure to bring a tear or two to your eye. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to hear why the connection between the runners and the woman is so special.

Although most people do not consider exercising particularly enjoyable, getting a certain amount of activity daily remains necessary for everyone. Even avid runners don't actually love running; they enjoy the feeling that comes after the run: the endorphins and sense of accomplishment.

Nevertheless, people still run all the time. There are entire sports where all the participants do is run, such as track and field events and cross country. Sadly, unlike other sports, the athletes in those sports do not get nearly as much fanfare as basketball, baseball or football. However, in a clip posted on YouTube, one woman shows a group of young runners appreciation and attention for their efforts in a unique and sweet way.

While training, a group of high school cross-country runners in Minnesota has a favorite route. It's the one that takes them by Sandy Bass's house, or the popsicle lady, as the young runners call her. That's because she treats all of them to a delicious frozen treat every time they come by her house. As the video points out, this has been happening for over a decade.

The kids absolutely love stopping by Sandy's house for a momentary break from a long run. For Sandy, it's about much more than handing out popsicles to youngsters. Sadly, Sandy's husband, Tim, died in April.

"When the kids started coming and ringing the doorbell and gave me a reason to get dressed, maybe some days," she said. "You'll probably get me crying now. It's everything."

What a beautiful story about a woman showing kindness to others, but who says she is getting much more in return.

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."

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A teacher’s selfless act for her coworker’s family will restore your faith in humanity. The educator’s love and kindness literally saved a life. Watch the short but powerful clip to see what the teacher did that saved a life because it will restore your faith in humanity, at least momentarily, anyway.

How far are you willing to go to help someone else? Many people would like to believe they’d go to extraordinary lengths to assist another person if they were in a position to do so. But is that true? Again, we’d like to think it was, but then we’d immediately start thinking about how much it would cost us to help another person. What would I lose or have to give up?

Of course, it’s human nature to be concerned about self-preservation. We want to make sure that we’ll be OK and have enough; after that, if we still feel comfortable, we’ll lend our assistance. But is that how Christians are supposed to help and act?

In a clip posted on YouTube, a woman, an elementary teacher, had a coworker whose husband was badly needing a kidney.  Without that transplant, he was not going to survive, and the couple’s two young children would grow up without ever knowing their father.

Understanding the family’s precarious situation, Lillian Johnston went and got tested to see if she was a match, and as it turned out, she was a perfect match. So, Lillian agreed to go under the knife and donated one of her kidneys to Allie Szcecinski’s husband, Brad.

“About 11 years ago, I was in a situation where I almost lost my life,” Lillian said. “And I remember thinking about my kids growing up without mom, and so that’s where my mind went.”

Lillian added that she was never scared but was actually excited.

To make the entire story even more unbelievable, the hospital where the transplant took place is on the cutting edge. Brad, who received the kidney, was not put under during the procedure. And the entire surgery didn’t even take an hour.

Philippians 2:3 “Doing nothing through envy or through pride, but with low thoughts of self, let everyone take others to be better than himself.”

A couple’s unique love story begins with a childhood bedroom rental. A man and a woman who eventually got married have one of the strangest and sweetest beginnings to their love story. Watch the short but sweet clip to hear how a relationship that resulted in marriage all started when she rented the man’s childhood bedroom.

No one wants to go through life alone. That would be a lonely and miserable existence. Marriage is the building block, the foundation, of society. That institution is a perfect environment to raise children.  A marriage relationship also meets and satisfies our desire for connection and relationship with others. Marriage, while like anything else worthwhile, is difficult and requires a lot of time, work and effort, but it is very much worth it.

Thanks to technological advances, there are many more ways to meet people today than five or ten years ago. However, the best way to meet someone is still in person, without a screen. A clip posted on YouTube explains how one man met his eventual wife after she agreed to rent his childhood bedroom in the house where his parents still live.

Little did Carisa know that when she found a place to stay on Furnished Finder, she was renting a bedroom from her future in-laws. It was her future husband’s room. As the two tell it, they first met when Andrew arrived to help Carisa move into her room, his former room. But they both admit, it wasn’t love at first sight.

Then something odd happened, which started these two down the path to marriage. Andrew and Carisa both had tickets to see John Foreman, the lead singer of the band Switchfoot. They were both going by themselves.

Knowing they were both going to the same concert alone, they shared a ride to the show. That night, the two of them stayed up into the wee hours of the morning talking. Two years later, Andrew and Carisa were saying, “I do,” at their Star Wars-themed wedding.

Love is a strange thing at times, and you never know where you may find it.

1 Corinthians 16:14 “Let all you do be done in love.”

Strangers united to give a homeless woman and her pup a place to call home. Many people worked together to give this woman, who was previously living on the streets, a place to stay. Watch the short but heartwarming video to learn how and why strangers decided to help this woman and her dog.

No one’s life is perfect, as everyone has their fair share of problems and issues. However, if we were to take a step back and look at our lives and our situation from the outside, we would likely quickly conclude that we are incredibly blessed. Everything may not be exactly as we’d like, but we are blessed and fortunate.

Sadly, many people in this world are really hurting and struggling. Getting through the day may be a big win for someone scratching and crawling simply to survive. There are people who, for one reason or another, don’t have a warm or safe place to lay their head at night. A clip posted on YouTube tells of a woman and her dog who did not have that, and how hundreds of people came through in a big way to help them.

Velvet Berlin and her 15-year-old dog, Sissy, had been living on the streets for months. The clip mentions that Velvet had attempted to go to a shelter for warmth and a place to sleep, but those efforts were unsuccessful. They refused to take her in because of her dog.

“I can’t rid of her,” Velvet said. “She’ll die of a broken heart and abandonment.”

That’s when hundreds of people stepped in to help Velvet and Sissy. A business owner started a fundraiser to raise funds for the two. The donations began quickly rolling into the fund. More than 1,500 donations have been made, totaling more than $64,000.

Because of the love and generosity of others, the two now have a home, which Velvet is renting.
What a remarkable story about how people, when working together, can make a big difference in someone’s life.

Philippians 2:4 “Not looking everyone to his private good, but keeping in mind the things of others.”

A pilot got emotional while making a heartfelt announcement on his final flight. The longtime pilot got choked up when he told the crew and the passengers on board that this was a special flight for him. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to see the pilot’s reaction as he attempts to inform everyone on board that this flight was his last time piloting a plane.

Retirement is a goal for nearly everyone. Few, if any, people want to work at a 9-5 job right up until their dying breath. That’s not a way any human being should have to live. We’re made for so much more than work. Yes, making a living and providing for one’s family is essential, but if that’s all we’re doing, we’ll miss out on a lot of joy and happiness in life.

While many look forward to their golden years and kicking back and relaxing, it can be bittersweet when that time finally arrives. It’s often an emotional experience for the person saying goodbye to something they’ve done for decades. In a clip posted on YouTube, a pilot got choked when he told those on board that this was his last flight. He was retiring after the plane landed at its destination.

Seconds after he comes over the plane’s loudspeaker, it’s clear that this will be a difficult, nearly impossible announcement for him to make. He mentions that he began his piloting career in 1976 with the Air Force and states the number of flights he’s piloted and the time he’s spent in the air as a pilot.

However, in addition to this being his last flight, the pilot adds that this flight is special for another important reason. Several members of his family are on board, riding along for his last piloted flight.

What a beautiful, tear-jerking moment!

Colossians 3:23 “Whatever you do, do it readily, as to the Lord and not to men;”

A woman shocked her friend by revealing her incredible singing voice. The one young lady could not believe her buddy had the ability to sing like this. Watch the short but hilarious clip to listen to the woman’s beautiful voice and see how her friend reacts when her buddy belts out the lyrics.

Everyone wants to be a singer, on stage with an utterly captivated audience watching their every move as they demonstrate their musical gifts. It’s because of that that shows like American Idol, The Voice and America’s Got Talent have been able to produce so many seasons over the years. There is no shortage of people who are hoping to impress the judges and studio audiences with their voices.

Most people will take every opportunity to impress others with their musical talent. Who knows what could happen if the right person hears them sing? It could completely and forever change their life. But what about the people who can sing but aren’t as concerned with showing off their talent to everybody? Yes, those people do exist, and a video posted on social media proves it.

The clip begins with the singer talking directly into the camera, letting everyone know what is about to happen.

“She doesn’t know I can sing,” the young woman says as she points to a second young woman sitting on a couch behind her.

The woman with the microphone starts her performance, and after belting out two or three notes, the woman on the couch is completely taken aback. The look on her face says it all. Her phone, which she was previously engrossed in, has lost all her attention.

Instead, the woman on the couch wants to know where this beautiful voice originated. It’s clear that she really had no idea that her friend could sing.

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

A bride-to-be received marriage advice from the most unexpected place. The woman had no idea so many people would be willing to offer her help with her impending marriage. Watch the short but powerful clip to see where and how this young woman received marriage advice.

Traveling is not particularly enjoyable, especially on a plane. The person who coined the phrase “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey” had apparently never flown internationally, where the flight is 10 to 11 hours. There is little to do on a flight. Typically, the best you can hope for is to get some shuteye or read a chapter or two while the person sitting beside you awkwardly tries several times to strike up a conversation.

Flying, while often the quickest, most efficient and, depending on the destination, the only way to travel, isn’t an experience anyone looks forward to with joy. We often just try to grin and bear it as we anxiously wait for the plane to land at our destination. However, a clip posted on social media shows one woman had a very different, unusual flying experience.

The video begins with a woman in her seat on a Southwest Airlines flight flipping through a stack of napkins. On those napkins are messages and advice from her fellow passengers on marriage. The text in the video explains that the woman was on her bachelorette trip when one of the flight attendants told the entire plane that she was about to tie the knot.

So, to help her out, the passengers jotted down what they thought the woman needed to know before saying, “I do.” What a sweet and thoughtful move from everyone involved. The bride-to-be also appreciated everyone’s kind gesture and words of wisdom.

In the video’s text, the woman added that the flight attendant “made my bachelorette trip and you deserve a raise.”

Genesis 2:24 “For this cause will a man go away from his father and his mother and be joined to his wife; and they will be one flesh.”

A sweet young man brought a neighbor’s pup home after the animal got loose. The little guy did what he could to help his neighbor out by corralling and returning their dog after it had gotten out. Watch the short but heartwarming video of the toddler bringing back the dog to its home after it had gotten loose.

Animals are wonderful, fantastic creatures, and that is something that everyone can agree upon, right? Whatever your preference – dogs, cats, rabbits or, for some reason, snakes – animals make for some of the best friends you’ll ever hope to have in this life. They are loyal, love unconditionally and are always happy to see you, and it doesn’t matter if you’ve been gone five minutes or five months; their reaction is the same.

As great as animals are, they can also, at times, be a significant source of stress and anxiety. For instance, if that dog or cat were to get outside, particularly when they are primarily an indoor animal, your stress level will increase considerably. That new, unfamiliar environment, with all its new, unexplored sights, sounds and smells, will likely make corralling that escaped animal tough to nearly impossible. That’s why having helpful, caring neighbors in those situations is especially nice.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a young man, a toddler, is captured leading a dog up onto a porch. The little guy has corralled his neighbor’s pup after the animal had gotten loose. He was being a kind and caring neighbor, helping in what would have been a very stressful, anxiety-ridden situation.

The video continues with the little boy opening the front door and letting the dog back into the house, where it belongs. A woman off camera can be heard yelling her appreciation for the sweet toddler’s efforts.

“Thank you, Leo!” the woman says.

“Welcome,” the toddler responds as he leaves the porch.

Romans 12:18 “As far as it is possible for you, be at peace with all men.”

One woman’s powerful act of forgiveness will leave you amazed and in tears. She did what many people, if in her position, could not do, and it was so powerful and moving. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to see and hear about this woman’s act of forgiveness.

Life is not always a fair or even, very often, an easy experience. What other people do can significantly impact our lives. Sadly, when they make wrong decisions and choices, it’s usually not only them who feel those negative repercussions, but us as well. The results of those choices can be devastating and life-altering.

When someone has had too much to drink, but foolishly still decides to get behind the wheel, they are not only putting their life in danger but also everyone else they might encounter during their drunken escapade. This scenario is all too real for far too many people, and one that, for whatever reason, continues to happen. A clip posted on YouTube tells the story of one woman whose life was dramatically impacted by someone who decided to get behind the wheel when they were intoxicated. But what the woman did and the love she exhibited will absolutely amaze you.

Joseph Tillman, while under the influence of nitrous oxide, hit and killed Chuck Johnson, who was on an electric bike at the time of the deadly collision. Joseph would go on to plead guilty to all of the charges against him, but while being sentenced for the fatal crash, something amazing happened.

Regina Johnson hugged and forgave the young man responsible for her husband’s death. The clip states that Regina embraced him because the Lord told her “he needed a mom hug.”

It was during their embrace that Regina told the young man she forgave him for the crash that claimed her husband’s life and added that the Lord “loves him more than he knows.”  

Wow! What a powerful and moving demonstration of God’s love, mercy and grace to be able to hug and forgive someone whose actions ended her spouse’s life, forever changing hers.

Matthew 18:21-22 “Then Peter came and said to him, ‘Lord, what number of times may my brother do wrong against me, and I give him forgiveness? Till seven times?’ Jesus says to him, ‘I say not you, till seven times; but, till seventy-seven times.’”

One woman had an emotional reaction to a stunning view in Colorado. She was enjoying a hike in the western state when she came across a sight that caused her to choke up and become emotional. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to see the view that caused her to react in such a way.

Technology has made our lives better and easier in various ways. Those advancements have improved communication, entertainment, medical care and even how we cook our food. Technology has also revolutionized how people work. People can now work remotely from anywhere in the country or the world.

However, like most things in life, there are also some negatives and a handful of downsides to those technological advancements. Arguably, the biggest and most noticeable one is that people have become addicted to their phones, tablets and nearly anything with a screen. Putting the phone down and leaving it alone for just an hour can and often does require a lot of willpower. Sadly, that can seem like a significant accomplishment.

Since we are so glued to our phones, with our heads down scrolling through Instagram or typing out a text message, we can miss the beauty right in front of our eyes. A clip posted on social media captures how one woman reacted when she encountered an absolutely stunning view while hiking in Colorado.

“Wow! Gosh dang it. Dude, dude! Oh, man! Oh, man!” the woman says, amazed as her eyes start to well up with tears.

She then flips her phone around and shows everyone the view that has gotten her so emotional and overwhelmed. It is gorgeous, simply a breathtaking sight of snow-capped mountains.

The Lord is an artist. He has filled the Earth with some truly remarkable works of art. Sadly, if we are constantly looking down at our phones, we’ll never bring our heads up long enough to appreciate all He has created for our enjoyment.

Ecclesiastes 3:11 “He has made everything beautiful in his time: also, he has set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God makes from the beginning to the end.”

An anchor had an emotional reaction to a meteorologist’s unexpected breaking news story. The woman cried tears of joy when she learned of her coworker’s fantastic news. Watch the short but sweet clip to see how the woman reacted to a breaking news story that completely surprised her.

The world is a lost and broken place, full of hurting and struggling people calling out for help and any sign of hope. The evidence for this brokenness is literally all around us—everywhere you look and go. Sin has done a number on this world, ruining and destroying everything it has ever touched.

While the brokenness is everywhere we look and go, arguably, it’s most easily seen on any and every television news broadcast. The top stories are always about a horrendous, violent crime or the latest scandal from a politician who has been placed in a position of trust. Oh, and also the weather. Crime, updates about corrupt politicians and the weather - that’s about everything the news is good for and can be counted on to provide.

A clip posted on YouTube shows how one television station used its time on air to broadcast some good news for a change. The meteorologist was giving her forecast, which looked uncomfortably warm for the foreseeable future. Her time on camera wasn’t over when she finished talking about the weather. She had one more forecast to give and prediction to make, about someone who would be arriving in several months.

About a minute into the clip, the meteorologist walks over to the anchor desk and announces she has a breaking news story. It’s not one about a murder or a lying, corrupt politician (Are there any other kind?). Instead, she says that she is going to be a mother!

The anchor is shocked and immediately becomes emotional, breaking down in tears at the excellent news. What a sweet moment and a terrific change of pace from what we typically get from the local news.

Psalm 127:3 “See, children are a heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of his womb is his reward.”

A dog helped to save its canine friend during a medical emergency. The animal sensed something was terribly wrong with its buddy and, amazingly, responded in a way you must see to believe. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to see what one animal did when its buddy had a seizure.

Animals are, without a doubt, some of the best creatures on the planet. Who could or would want to argue otherwise? I guess someone could take the other side of that topic, but they would be incredibly wrong. Animals are cute, cuddly and are some of the best friends you’ll ever hope to make.

Dogs especially occupy a special place in most people’s hearts. They are loyal to a fault, love unconditionally and are thrilled to see you when you walk through that door. They aren’t referred to as man’s best friend for nothing. But in addition to being great companions and furry, four-legged family members, dogs are incredibly smart beings. A clip posted on YouTube shows that one dog, a Boxer named Reggie, knew exactly what to do when its buddy, Yogi, a French bulldog, had a seizure.

Footage shows Reggie and Yogi in the living room doing what appears to be playing, possibly even wrestling, but that is not the case at all. Yogi, who has Epilepsy, has just undergone a seizure, is not moving and appears to be completely lifeless. Watching from the outside, it seems to be a tragic scene. However, Reggie instinctively knew what to do and began frantically rolling Yogi back and forth across the floor in a desperate attempt to get the dog moving once again.

“If it wasn’t for Reggie, you know, moving him all around and being here, I would have come home to, you know, him not being alive,” Sarah McCardle said.

Genesis 1:21 “And God created great whales, and every living creature that moves, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.”