Heartwarming

An elderly man was brought to tears when an entire Cracker Barrel sang him “Happy Birthday.” The show of love and kindness overwhelmed the gentleman and caused him to become emotional. Watch the unexpectedly sweet musical performance that caused the elderly man to shed some tears.

Many people do not celebrate or recognize their birthdays; some may even get upset if you acknowledge the day of their birth. Of course, that’s because a birthday is essentially the ultimate sign of aging. Honestly, who wants to be reminded that they are another year older? Most people, as it turns out. 

But then again, aging is a process that none of us have any control over or say so about. Since human beings have yet to come up with a way to stop or rewind time, we might as well enjoy getting older. Celebrate that birthday, enjoy a piece of birthday cake or go out to dinner on your big day. Do something to commemorate and remember yet another birthday!

In a clip posted on social media, a man celebrating his 89th birthday at Cracker Barrel received a special surprise. The video shows the elderly gentleman sobbing at a table as everyone in the restaurant sings to him, “Happy Birthday.” What a lovely display of love and kindness that obviously meant a great deal to the birthday boy.

While he likely touched and moved that a group of strangers cared enough about him to perform “Happy Birthday” for him, I suppose he could have become emotional for other reasons. Maybe he was horrified by the collective musical performance. Or maybe (and this would be me) he was terribly embarrassed and upset that someone in his party had told the staff at Cracker Barrel that it was his birthday.

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

A young man learned he was a big brother and immediately broke down in tears. The little guy wanted a younger brother, and when he realized his dream had become reality, it was too much for him. Watch the sweet and heartwarming moment to see the young man’s emotional reaction to seeing his little brother for the first time.

Siblings have a unique, unbreakable bond. When they are little, it seems anything but special and unbreakable. Instead, most sibling interactions are marked by fights, tears and heated, often loud disagreements. Every parent knows and understands full well what it means for there to be sibling rivalries.

As children grow and reach adolescence and, eventually, adulthood, those petty childhood disagreements typically disappear and melt away. What remains between siblings is usually a friendship. But it’s much more than just a friendship. What exists is a deep, unbreakable bond and relationship that has been forged and strengthened over many years.

A YouTube clip shows the beginning of a relationship between an older brother and his infant younger brother. The clip begins with the young man entering a hospital room. His look is one of excitement, anticipation and hope.

The video’s narrator states that he has desperately wanted a younger brother. Up until this moment, his family has only had girls born. All he wants is a brother. Is that too much to ask?

Once he reaches the hospital bed, he’s informed that he has his long-awaited little brother. Hearing the news of a little brother is too much for the young man. He immediately buries his face in his hands and starts sobbing loudly and uncontrollably.

Later in the clip, the infant is placed in his arms. He cannot believe what he’s holding. He finally has a little brother!

What a sweet and heartwarming video that shows the special relationship between siblings.

Proverbs 17:17 “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”

Many of us live in a continual hurry, which often results in continual stress. How do we respond when God calls us to be still and rest in Him? Join hosts Reverend Jessica VanRoekel and Reverence Kyle Norman as they discuss how learning to wait on and rest in God enables us to live with open hands, increased peace, to remain more present with our loved ones, and increases our capacity to receive what God has for us in this moment. They also discuss how our difficulty to wait on God often stems from comparison. Takeaways: - Embrace stillness to experience God’s peace. - Learn the art of resting in God's presence to improve relationships and personal well-being. - Recognize the dangers of comparison and how it affects our spiritual journey. Episode discussed: Your Daily Bible Verse: Red Lights, White Knuckles, and Trusting God

A group of Disney World employees delivered smiles despite a power outage. They did not let an unfortunate power outage keep them from entertaining and making a memorable experience for several youngsters. Watch the short video to hear and see several Disney World employees' sweet and heartwarming efforts.

Disney World is routinely described as “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” The four Disney parks in central Florida – Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT and Animal Kingdom– are destinations for people all over the world. Where else can you ride some of the most classic rides and interact with some of the most beloved fictional characters ever?

While the rides, characters, iconic food and Cinderella's castle in Magic Kingdom help make Disney World a beloved destination for families, something else sets those four theme parks apart from every other park in the world. The difference is that Disney World employees consistently go above and beyond to help ensure families have the time of their lives while visiting those theme parks.

In a clip posted on social media, a handful of Disney World workers were captured doing just that for some young visitors. Several young women dressed in pirate garb were working the classic Pirates of the Caribbean ride when a power outage occurred at the Magic Kingdom. Of course, without power, the attractions cannot function. This did not stop these women from doing what they could to make the best of a bad situation.

The video shows the young ladies singing, dancing and acting out what guests see and hear when riding the attraction. But they did not stop there. They had even created a boat out of tape on the ground where several little ones sat and took in the young women’s show.

Although those children may not have ridden Pirates of the Caribbean, they will likely remember those young ladies and their sweet, heartwarming efforts for the rest of their lives.

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.”

Tears started flowing as a stepdad asked his stepson a question he’ll never forget. The question turned into an unexpectedly sweet and heartwarming moment between the stepfather and his stepson. Watch the short but moving clip to hear what the stepfather asked that moved his young stepson to tears.

Children are a gift from the good Lord and should be treated as such. They are, without a doubt, an absolute blessing, arguably life’s biggest. Those youngsters add an immeasurable amount of happiness and joy to every household.

However, sadly, many children today need good, loving homes, places where they feel safe and protected. Every child deserves to be somewhere with people who will treat them as the blessing they are, showing them unconditional love and support. Because of this incredible need, adoption is so important and crucial.

In a clip posted on YouTube, viewers get to witness a special moment between a stepfather and his stepson. The short video starts with the young man sitting at his desk, preoccupied with something on the computer. The stepfather, about to ask the child a simple but life-changing question, enters the room.

“Can I ask you a question?” the stepfather asks. “You know, I love you like my son, right? How do you feel if I adopted you?”

The camera closes in on the young man’s face. Clearly, he is completely taken aback and moved by his stepfather's question. He is stunned and remains silent for several moments, unsure of what to say or how to react.

“For real?” the young man asks several times.

The youngster quickly steps away from his computer and embraces his stepfather. While the two hug, the stepfather asks, “Would you like that?” From the sound of the child’s “Yeah,” it’s evident that the young man has been moved to tears.

What a heartwarming and beautiful moment!

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

Tim Allen received a surprise as a young man beside him shared a hysterical message. The little guy found himself sitting next to the popular actor and comedian and took the opportunity to do something unexpected and hilarious. Watch the short clip to see the laugh-out-loud message he had for Tim.

An actor’s job is to play characters and bring those roles to life on the big screen and TV. Throughout their career, they will likely play hundreds of different characters. Once that film or television show ends, the actor or actress is off to the next project to play another character.

However, nearly every actor has a specific role and character with which they are most closely associated. Regardless of what that person is in next, we always see them as this character. Tim Allen‘s most iconic and memorable character is Tim Taylor, the loud, always grunting, accident-prone family man on Home Improvement who hosted a home improvement show on the sitcom.

In a hilarious clip posted on social media, a young man found himself sitting next to Tim Allen at a hockey game. When he spotted his famous neighbor, he knew exactly what to do. He wrote Tim a message, but it wasn’t just any message.

The video shows the little guy with a pen and a piece of paper as he hurriedly writes something down. The text in the video shows that he has written, “I don’t think so, Tim.” Of course, this is what Al, his assistant on Home Improvement, would condescendingly say every time Tim said or did something wrong on the show.

When the little guy showed his message to Tim, he reacted accordingly. He shakes a fist in disgust, causing the little boy to turn back to the camera with a huge smile.

The video ends with Tim taking a picture with the young man who shared the hilarious message.

What a sweet and beautiful moment!

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.”

One young woman’s emotional surprise leaves her stepmom overwhelmed and in tears. The stepmother was not expecting such a personal and heartwarming gift from her stepdaughter. Watch the video to see the gift that resulted in an unexpectedly beautiful and emotional moment between stepmom and stepdaughter.

Being a parent is one of the biggest and best blessings anyone can experience on Earth. As every parent will tell you, there is nothing like watching your youngster grow and learn. However, no blessing or gift comes with more responsibility than being a mother or a father. Parents are responsible for teaching, guiding and protecting their children.

When most people think of becoming parents, they immediately think of having biological children. However, for many couples, that is not a possibility, and so they explore other means of becoming parents, particularly through adoption. Adoption is incredible and desperately needed today, as many children need good, safe and loving homes.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a stepdaughter gives her stepmom an emotional and life-changing gift. The young woman presented her stepmom with the gift of motherhood. It’s a moment that will surely bring a tear to everyone’s eye.

The clip starts with the stepmom opening the gift while commenting on how much she loves the wrapping paper. Eventually, she unwraps the gift and starts going through the box’s contents. It’s filled with large pieces of paper with short, succinct messages on them.

The stepmom quickly goes through the pieces of paper until she reaches the final one, which causes her to become emotional and brings tears to her eyes. In the box, the stepdaughter has included adoption papers. She has asked her stepmom to officially and legally become her mother.

The stepmom tries to say something, but the beautiful gift renders her speechless. The clip ends with the two in a warm and loving embrace.

What a beautiful video and moment!

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 woman and her husband opened their hearts and home by adopting her little brother. She stepped up in a big way and adopted her half-brother, who was placed in foster care. Watch this short clip to see and hear about this sweet, tear-jerking story. Make sure you have the tissues nearby.

Being a parent and adding a little one to your home is one of life’s greatest blessings. Nearly every mother and father would wholeheartedly agree with this assessment. None of them would go back to a time without their children for even a second. Children change your life in every way imaginable for the better.

However, having children biologically is not the only way to grow your family. There are a ton of youngsters who need and deserve good, loving homes and a place where they feel safe and protected. That’s why foster care and adoption are so critical. But, as anyone who has ever gone through that process knows, it is not easy. It is quite literally a journey with many ups and downs along the way.

A video posted on YouTube tells of one young woman’s sweet journey to adopt her half-brother and the struggles and heartaches she endured along the way. At just 19 years old, after her half-brother was placed in the foster care system, Hannah Robinson started down the path of adopting him.

“People didn’t take me super seriously at the start, for sure,” Hannah said. “I mean, I was only 19, so I do understand why. But I knew, like, him going up for adoption like that was going to be a long road before that even would happen.”

At one time, while her brother was in foster care, she was not allowed to see him for nearly a year and a half. But she persevered, and eventually, Hannah and her husband adopted him when he was five.

What a beautiful story of love and kindness!

James 1:27 “Pure religion and undefiled before our God and Father is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.”

A young Pokémon fan’s day was made much brighter by heartwarming acts of kindness. Within seconds, the child received a couple of quick, unexpected acts of love and kindness. Watch the short and precious video of people showing a young man kindness.

It is impossible to have too much kindness and love. That’s not a thing that can happen. In fact, many would argue, and rightfully so, that we are experiencing an extreme shortage of both and are desperate for more love, kindness, gentleness and warmth.

People have the ability to treat one another horribly. This is on display nearly everywhere we look. Check out any news broadcast, and their lead story is sure to be something about a murder or some other violent crime. Social media platforms like X, formerly known as Twitter, are flooded with people posting some of the most horrible and disgusting things you’ll ever read, often directed at and in response to others. That’s why it comes as such a surprise when people are unexpectedly kind and decent to one another.

A sweet clip posted on social media shows people exhibiting kindness to a young man interested in Pokémon trading cards. The young man is just starting the hobby and is unsure what to do first. The video shows the young man, with his father, perusing a vendor’s collection at a card collector’s trade show.

However, the vendor surprises him moments after the little guy and his dad start looking. He gives him an entire collection, a book filled with Pokémon cards, completely free of charge. The young man is taken aback by the man’s move.

But that was not all.

Another man looking at that vendor’s collection overheard that the young man was starting out in the hobby and showed the child kindness as well. He handed the child’s father a “graded” Pokémon card, which was also completely free of charge. The young man who had walked off by that point returns to express his gratitude to this man.

What a beautiful and touching display of unexpected kindness that likely meant the world to that young man.

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.”

One mom had a tearful reaction to an unexpected show of support after her son’s autism diagnosis. The mother could not contain her emotions after what she found on her front porch. Watch the video to see what the mom found near her front door and the message of love and support that came with it.

Parenting, while being the biggest and best blessing anyone can experience on Earth, is not always an easy task. Children add so much happiness and joy to a household. However, not every day will be a reason for celebration. There will be some days and occasions that absolutely break your heart.

Every parent wants the best for their child. When things come up beyond a mother or father’s control, parents will start to question and doubt themselves. They might believe they are coming up short in the parenting department and may even consider themselves a failure. That’s when a little show of support and a kind, encouraging word can make all the difference in the world.

In a clip posted on social media, one mother’s son had just officially been diagnosed with autism. That would be an emotional day for any and every parent. Naturally, a parent would be scared and have a lot of anxiety and questions.

But as the woman shows, her best friend came through with a sweet show of support, leaving it at her front door.

Seconds into the 18-second video, the woman opens her front door to reveal that a small bouquet of flowers and a card have been placed outside her door. She opens the card and shows its beautiful, uplifting message to the camera.

“I’m so proud of the mama that you are today. You’re such a loving and caring mom. The kids are so lucky to have you. So proud of you and Kai (& Michael of course). Forever will be here for you guys. Love you. Take a deep breath. You’re doing great,” the card reads.

What a beautiful message at a time when that mother likely needed it most.

1 Thessalonians 5:11 “So then, go on comforting and building up one another, as you have been doing.”

While we might understand, intellectually, that God loves us, many of us struggle to receive that love. Perhaps we grew up with critical parents who withdrew relationship when we messed up or are simply dealing with the effects of living in our broken world where even our healthiest friends and family members love us imperfectly. But God wants to help us grasp, and find security in, His perfect, unconditional, and never-ending love for each of us. Your Daily Bible Verse episode discussed: “Held Secure in God's Love” Find that episode here: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/held-secure-in-gods-love-john-159-10 Points discussed: How our reactions to mistakes reveal our security in God’s love. Lessons Carol learned during her “high-mistake” young adult years. Insights from 1 and 2 Kings in the Old Testament about God’s heart. The difference between a fear bond and a joy bond with God. Find more episodes like this at: https://www.godtube.com/your-daily-bible-verse/

Corrie Ten Boom shares story of a young disabled boy who is overcome with the Love of God, it had a huge impact on everyone who knew him.

A referee had a sweet and emotional reaction to a mid-game thank you. The basketball official had difficulty concealing his emotions after being surprised with an unexpected show of appreciation for his many years of service. Watch the short but heartwarming video that shows how the man responded to the loving display of kindness and acknowledgment.

People, Americans especially, absolutely love sports. Put anything competitive on television, and it’s bound to get an audience of adoring and enthusiastic fans. Just look at the continued popularity of networks like ESPN, NBC Sports, and Fox Sports Networks for evidence. People love the idea of competing against one another and determining a winner.

However, people sometimes get carried away and become too concerned about winning and losing. When fans become too invested in a sport and their team isn’t performing up to standard, they will often direct their anger at officials.

But officials are people just trying to do a job. Especially when it comes to high school sports, those men and women often do it for the love of the game. A clip posted on YouTube shows how one school and a crowd showed their appreciation for a referee, a man who has been officiating for more than 50 years.

As it turned out, this game would be his last. To show their appreciation, a time out was called, but it was a ruse, a way for them to say thank you.

“Mr. Mackowski, we did not need a time out,” the person on the public address system says. “Turn and face the crowd. Tonight, Mr. Mackowski officiates his last varsity game after 51 years of officiating. “

At that announcement, the crowd applauds the man for his dedication and service.
As the retiring official turns to the camera, it’s clear that tears have started to well up in his eyes as he mouths, “Thank you.”

What a sweet and simple act that likely meant so much to Mr. Mackowski.

Colossians 3:17 “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.”

A mother shared a sweet yet heartbreaking encounter with a stranger while shopping. The woman gets emotional while recalling the unexpected moment while at the store. The situation she describes is so sweet and is likely to bring a tear or two or three to your eyes. Make sure you have the tissues nearby while listening to her encounter with a stranger.

As every parent knows and understands, children do not stay little for long. One minute, they are newborns, dependent on their parents for everything. Next, they are learning to crawl, walk and get into everything in their eyesight and within their reach. Blink again, and they are off to school, ready to start their scholastic adventures.

Sadly, if you blink again, they are packing up their vehicles and backing out of your driveway to start a life of their own. You stand waving, trying to keep a brave face, but inside, you are a wreck, desperately wishing they were still toddlers getting into everything in your house.

In a clip posted on social media, a mother shopping with her children and husband is made aware of how quickly children grow up by a stranger in the store.

“This lady came up to us the other day in Costco, while we were shopping, and she was like, ‘Oh my gosh, your kids are so cute! How old are they? What are their names?’ she said. “And she was telling us how she had kids really close together, too.”

Throughout the encounter, the mother said she noticed the other woman staring at her children with a sad look. The woman then made a statement that every parent with grown children has likely thought or said before.

“But she said to us, she was like, ‘I’d give anything to go back to that for a day,’” she said. “And I didn’t know what to say; I got so sad.”

But then, as the woman was walking away from the couple and their children, she turned away one more time to look at the children and started crying.

Children are not small for long. Once those moments pass, their childhood is over; they are gone forever.

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.”

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She drank around the clock, trying to numb the pain of losing the dream job that once defined her. What began as a coping mechanism spiraled into full-blown addiction, leading to a devastating diagnosis: cirrhosis of the liver, with just 1 to 3 years to live. Trapped in a toxic church cult and married to an angry, controlling husband, her world was closing in fast. And yet—she survived. How?

A couple’s tearjerking wedding ceremony change captures hearts. While this may have deviated from the norm, it was a sweet and simple move that likely meant a lot to everybody involved. Watch this short clip to see how one couple made an adorable change to their wedding ceremony. However, make sure you have the tissues nearby before hitting play.

Weddings are important and beautiful ceremonies that recognize and celebrate two people making a lifetime commitment to one another. For better or worse, no matter what life may throw at them, they have agreed to stay by each other’s side. Who doesn’t love attending weddings?

Those ceremonies are very emotional and full of traditions. Anyone who has ever been to a wedding has a good idea of the flow and how things will go, for the most part. They know to stand as the bride makes her grand entrance, when to applaud after the officiant announces the couple as husband and wife and to wait to be escorted out of the sanctuary by one of the ushers.

In a clip posted on social media, a couple significantly changed their wedding service. Instead of a cute little girl fulfilling the role of the flower girl, the groom’s grandparents did that job.

The video captures the elderly couple making their way down the aisle while tossing flower petals on the ground. As soon as they begin throwing out the petals, the groom becomes emotional. He is unable to keep the tears from flowing. Several times in the short video, the young man has to wipe tears from his eyes.

When the grandparents reach the altar, they greet the groom with a loving hug and kisses on the cheeks.  

What a beautiful and sweet idea! Including the grandparents undoubtedly meant a lot to them and the groom and likely brought many others to tears at the wedding.

Proverbs 17:6 “Children’s children are the crown of old men, and the glory of their child is their fathers.”

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A woman’s hilarious mishap right before a proposal creates an unforgettable moment. She took one wrong step right before she took an even more significant step. Watch the short but hysterical clip in which one young lady experiences an unfortunate accident seconds before one of the biggest moments of her life.

Proposals can and often do require a lot of planning and preparation. Proposing marriage to someone is a huge, massive moment for every couple. How the big question is popped is a story that couples want to be able to tell their children and grandchildren for years to come.

Knowing how much is riding on this special moment, it’s essential to consider and think about every possible scenario and outcome. However, as much as the young man may plan and prepare for the big moment, it’s impossible to plan for everything. Life is unpredictable, and that is what happened to one couple who was about to get engaged.

In the short video posted on social media, a young man leads his girlfriend down a steep hill. They are literally seconds away from being engaged. However, as they make their way down the hill, disaster strikes. The young woman takes a tumble and falls to the ground.

Instead of letting her slip ruin the moment, the woman and the young man are good-natured about it and enjoy a good laugh. At one point during the clip, a dog enters the frame and walks over to the woman, checking to see if she is OK.

Eventually, as the couple continues to laugh about the situation, they make their way to the patio, which the young man has decorated for the big moment. She is dumbfounded by what she sees, with her mouth hanging open.

Her unfortunate slip and fall will only help to make their beautiful engagement story even more special.

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.”

One woman shared the heartfelt wisdom and advice she’s received since becoming a parent. Some of the advice she has gotten is unconventional but still incredibly sweet and heartwarming. Watch the short video to see what she has received and what she is now passing along to others with children.

Being a parent is one of life’s greatest blessings. Children add so much joy and happiness to every household and make life infinitely better in every way imaginable. However, parenting is not always easy. Most good things in life require much work, effort and time, and parenting is no exception. 

There will be times as a parent when the best action or path forward isn’t clear. How should we respond to this or that situation? There will also be times when parents make mistakes. It happens; parents are still humans, and having children doesn’t change that.

However, in a clip posted on social media, a woman shares some advice she’s received since becoming a parent. The advice concerns sweet and unique ways to respond to situations most parents encounter regularly.

One piece of advice shared in the video involves how parents talk about their children in front of others.

“Call them brave, gentle, kind, caring, etc in front of others,” the text reads. “It will become their inner voice.”

Also, the video suggested having an “argument” with your spouse over one specific issue in front of your youngster.

“’Argue’ with your spouse about who gets to put them to bed or hold their hand,” the text reads. “It makes them feel so special.”

Also, the video informs parents to “never be the first to let go of a hug.”

As every parent knows, children are only little for a short period. Blink your eyes, and your youngster is packed up and backing out of your driveway to start their own life. These pieces of advice will help create special memories with your child.

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.”