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An elderly man joins his neighbors for movie nights to help ease and ward off loneliness. The couple helps their neighbor feel less alone, and they do so by inviting him over to watch movies together. Watch the short but sweet video to see how one couple is helping a man who lives by himself feel less alone.

Human beings are not made to be islands of themselves. We aren’t designed to experience life by ourselves. We’re made for relationships. Some of the Bible’s first passages highlight this truth about humanity. In the Garden of Eden, God gave Adam a mate, a companion, Eve, to help him and help him feel less alone.

Life is meant to be shared and experienced with others. Unfortunately, many people experience loneliness regularly. Feeling alone and as if no one cares is, without a doubt, one of the worst feelings in the world.

Sadly, older people are a group of people who likely experience loneliness at a higher rate than anyone else. Their advanced age and, often, their immobility and inability to get out regularly, confining them to their homes, are huge contributing factors to their loneliness.

In a clip posted on social media, Delmar, an older gentleman, has found a unique and sweet way to defeat loneliness. The text in the video states that Delmar lives alone with his dog. This could easily make for a lonely existence, but Delmar and his neighbor’s shared love of movies keeps him from feeling this way.

“He lives alone with his dog so he comes over to watch movies with us when he feels alone,” the text states.

After the film ends, the text adds Delmar has the sweetest and most heartwarming response to his movie get-togethers with his neighbors.

“That was my favorite part of the day,” he says.

What a simple but significant and impactful act of love and kindness. Watching movies, or just giving someone something to look forward to, can mean so much to an individual feeling alone.

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

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Wynonna Judd’s heartfelt words of encouragement and love brought Jenna Bush Hager to tears. What the legendary singer said caused her co-host to react emotionally on-air, creating an unexpectedly beautiful moment. Watch the short clip to hear what Wynonna said, which brought tears to Jenna’s eyes. Be sure you also have some tissues nearby.

Words are powerful and can cause people to react and respond in various ways. What people say to one another can and do build others up and encourage and uplift them when they need it most. One positive, encouraging message could greatly impact someone’s entire life, forever changing the trajectory of their life. It happens more often than we think. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Wynonna shared a message of encouragement and love with Jenna during a “Jenna & Friends” segment. Jenna and Wynonna were talking about the January tragedy in which a military helicopter struck a commercial plane in Washington, D.C., killing everyone involved.

Wynonna mentioned how short and precious life is and how it can be extinguished without a moment’s notice. Jenna responded that given the tragedies and darkness that permeate the world, she is happy that with her show and platform, she is able to bring some happiness and light to the world every day. That’s when Wynonna shared sweet words of encouragement for her co-host.

“I was going to tell you this, last night I didn’t sleep at all because I just have you on my heart,” Wynonna said to Jenna. “I watch you every day, and I went on my own in 1992, solo, and I think about you so much. And you’re a mom and a wife, and I don’t know how you’re doing this, but I just want to affirm you and say being authentic is lonely. And I can imagine that you feel that way sometimes, but I just love you, and I appreciate you, and I admire you so much.”

Ephesians 4:29 “Let no evil talk come out of your mouth, but only what is good for giving necessary teaching, and for grace. To those who give ear.”

A dad’s beautiful words and surprise graduation gift brought his son to tears. The beautiful, heartwarming father-son moment is enough to bring most people, even the most stoic, to tears. Watch the video to see how it all unfolds and to hear the lovely words the father shares with his son. But be sure you have tissues nearby.

Graduations from high school or college are moments and cause for celebration. They are massive educational accomplishments and significant milestones in life that ought to and deserve to be recognized. Those ceremonies are the culmination of a lot of study, hard work, persistence and determination.

Additionally, graduations are typically emotional events. Friends and family will often share how they feel about the graduate. In a clip posted on YouTube, a father used the occasion to tell his son how big of a blessing he is to him and how much he loves and cares for him.

“Don’t ever think I ain’t got you, man,” the proud father tells his son. “You’ve been blessing me all your life. Don’t ever think I ain’t got you. You’ve been a blessing to me and Mama all your life. And I’m going to go all out for you.”

At this point, the young man, touched by his father’s lovely words, has tears streaming down his face.

But that wasn’t all. 

As the family walks together in a parking lot, likely leaving the graduation ceremony, the father has a big surprise for his son. A set of keys is unexpectedly placed in the young man’s hands. He has just been given a brand-new car!

The young man is left speechless, overwhelmed by all the love and appreciation his father is showing him.

The father’s sweet words for his son continue.

“You’re a blessing to me, man,” Dad says to the young man. “You’re a blessing to me, man.”

The clip ends with the young man and his father sharing a warm and loving embrace.

How could you ever watch this moment and not have tears welling up in your eyes?

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’s tearful reaction to a puppy surprise will melt your heart. There she stands in the driveway, the afternoon light clouded by the sun as it wraps itself around her for this tender moment. It’s as if the ordinary knows the extraordinary that’s about to happen in a moment. Her husband had just pulled up to the house and announced he had a surprise for her. 

She strolls over, nearly going to her knees in anticipation as he opens the car door to reveal a tiny little puppy nestled in his lap. But then, she sees it. Him. A tiny, fur-covered miracle perched on her husband’s lap. A puppy. A beautiful, bright-eyed bundle of joy with soft fur, the kind that makes your hands ache to hold it, named Bob Jr.

And oh, you can see it. The way her breath catches in her chest is a moment of love rushing out of her heart. Her hand rises to her mouth, tears spilling before she can even think to wipe them away. She reaches out slowly, reverently like she’s touching something timidly with love. And then, as if the weight of joy is too much to bear, she falls to her knees in the driveway, and she pets her new bundle of joy, a scratch on its soft ears.

Dogs, they say, are a woman’s best friend. And maybe it’s because they carry a kind of unconditional love that mirrors the love of God—always present, always wagging, always ready to offer comfort in a messy, broken world. Maybe it’s because they never ask for words; they just offer their presence. A dog like Bob Jr. doesn’t just fill a home—he fills a heart.

In her tears and laughter, you see it plain as day: love doesn’t wait for introductions or explanations. Sometimes, love simply arrives, paws first, and reminds us that joy often comes in the smallest, furriest packages.

Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.”

It’s the kind of moment that makes time stand still and the heart overflow with love–a young woman jumps for joy at the visit from her grandparents. She steps out of her dad’s car, expecting the same rhythm as any ordinary day. But as she glances towards the porch, she freezes. Her breath catches before she leaps into the air, tossing her backpack aside because something extraordinary is on her front porch. It’s her grandparents. There, standing like a gift of love, are her favorite people. 

This girl’s reaction is instant, shrieks of pure joy and pure love that echo only what family can give. Her feet barely touch the ground as she races to them, her arms flung wide to catch them both in a hug. She can’t help but embrace the two people who have woven so much wisdom, fun, love, and grace into her life. Tears stream freely, not just from her eyes but from her grandparents too, as they hold on to one another as the world shrinks to this one sacred moment. 

Grandparents have a way of anchoring us, don’t they? They are the magic makers of our childhood. They're the ones whose steady hands help teach us to ride a bike, the voices that read stories long past bedtime, and they’re the ones helping us celebrate the big things like graduation, birthdays, weddings, and so much more. They are also the ones who show up for little things that leave imprints on our souls: the quiet conversations over cookies and milk, the knowing smiles across the room, and the unspoken reassurance that they are always there. 

Their thread of love feels both timeless and tender. Their love is a bond that teaches us to slow down, to savor the moment, and to cherish family traditions. And in this fleeting moment on the porch for this young woman, we see the beauty of it all–a young woman melting into the arms of her grandparents with their love spilling over and lifting each other’s hearts in gratitude. 

What a beautiful reminder that love, in all its generations, has the power to turn ordinary into something unforgettable. 

Proverbs 17:6 "Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children."

One man fulfilled a promise he made to his late mother by returning to college and earning a degree at 60 years old. He knew returning to school was something that he wanted and needed to do. Watch the short but sweet video of how one man earning a college degree fulfilled a promise to his mother.

A mother’s love for her child is one of Earth's purest, most beautiful forms of love. There is simply nothing most mothers would not do or sacrifice for the betterment of their children. And because mothers typically have such a strong, never-ending love for their children, those children often reciprocate it. Most children would do anything for their mothers, even if it meant returning to college decades later to earn that degree.

That’s precisely what one man, Allen Brooks, did at 60. In a video posted on YouTube, Allen explains that back in 1982, he initially attended Alabama A&M on a band scholarship. However, Allen admits that his only commitment was to band, and he did not perform well in the classroom, so he left school and got a job.

For years and years after leaving school, Allen’s mother, Sarah Pearl Brooks, made it clear that she wished he would return to school and get that college diploma. In response, Allen told her that he would do that for her one day. In 2020, that one day arrived as Allen returned to Alabama A&M.

Sadly, Allen’s mother passed away in June 2024. Despite losing his mother, Allen pressed on and graduated only months after her passing in December 2024.

“I switched gears and said, ‘Mom is still with me. There’s no way I’m going to stop,’” he said.

But Allen wasn’t the only member of his family involved in the graduation ceremony. His son, a freshman at Alabama A&M, played the tuba as people walked across the stage to receive their diplomas.

Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother: that your days may be long on the land which the Lord your God gives you.”

Enjoy this selection of inspirational recordings by James Kilbane taken from a number of his different gospel albums. James is an Irish country and gospel singer. Divine Love: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/divine-love-clean-4 The Songs of Faith Collection: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/the-songs-of-faith-collection-clean Heart to Heart: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/heart-to-heart-clean River of Grace: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/river-of-grace-clean Glory and Grace: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/glory-and-grace-clean Life’s Miracle: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/lifes-miracle-clean Mary. The Lord’s servant: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/mary-the-lords-servant-clean The Family Collection: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/the-family-collection-clean Gravel & Grace: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/gravel-and-grace-songs-of-faith-life-and-hope-clean The Christmas Collection: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/the-christmas-collection-clean I Believe: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/i-believe-1 You’ll Never Walk Alone: https://symphony.to/james-kilbane/youll-never-walk-alone-1 #countrymusic #inspirationalmusic #motivationalmusic #countrygospelmusic

A woman found the sweetest, most heartwarming note from her elderly neighbor on her car. The cute letter shows how much he was concerned about her well-being during hazardous wintry weather conditions. Watch the short video to see and read the note the young woman found on her vehicle.

Arguments can be made as to why summer, spring and fall are the best seasons of the year. They all have many positives—the weather, outdoor activities and the food associated with those times of the year. Who is to say which one of those three is the best? It simply comes down to a matter of personal preference.

However, there is no question when it comes to the worst, least favorite season of the year. Winter is, by and large, the most hated time. Once you’re past the Christmas season, what else is there to winter besides snow, ice and cold weather? But perhaps the worst thing about winter is the often hazardous driving conditions.

In a clip posted on social media, an older man was concerned about a young woman getting out on the road during what appears to be recently fallen snow and ice. The man showed concern for her safety by leaving a sweet note reminding her to be careful and exercise caution while driving.

It was so cold that the note had become momentarily attached to her vehicle. After a bit of tugging and pulling, she removed it from the driver’s side window.

The note read, “This is ICE Not Snow. Little Gas and pump Brakes.”

The note may have been short, and after she freed it from her car, a little ripped, but it was so incredibly sweet. The older gentleman obviously cares for the young woman and thinks enough of her safety to remind her about the need to be extremely cautious when driving with ice and snow on the road.

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 police officer chose an adorably sweet way to propose to his teacher girlfriend. It was done in such a way that it completely caught her off guard and left some people in tears. Watch the heartwarming moment in which a man proposes marriage to the love of his life.

Marriage is a massive, important step for every couple. As the marriage ceremony makes clear, those vows and the bond created are sacred and intended to last for the rest of their lives. The Bible mentions the importance and sacredness of marriage throughout God's Word. In Matthew, it states, “Let not that which has been joined by God be parted by man.”

However, before that couple stands before the altar and exchanges vows before God and their family and friends, one big thing must happen first. The man must ask the woman to be his wife. This is a step and story that every couple wants to be able to recite for the rest of their lives.

In a clip posted on YouTube, one police officer found a memorable way to propose to his girlfriend, a special education teacher. The officer made sure to incorporate some of the students, ultimately catching the woman by surprise.

From the look on her face, she had absolutely no idea what was coming as the officer got on one knee with the all-important diamond ring in hand.

“I’m surprised,” the woman, Jean Henry, said after the big moment while fighting off tears. “He did a great job, and I had no idea. And the kids, when they came in….I’m speechless.”

It would have taken him much preparation and planning to pull off such a sweet and thoughtful proposal. This is, no doubt, sure to be a moment that both will remember for the rest of their lives.

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.”

In this episode of Your Daily Bible Verse, host Jennifer Slattery sits down with Bible study writer Kathy Howard to explore how to cultivate healthier and more fulfilling relationships through faith. Discover how deepening our trust in Christ can transform our connections, combat spiritual opposition, and lead to lasting peace. Episode Highlights: Reflecting on God’s mercy to deepen our trust The impact of our trust in Christ on offering ourselves fully Receiving God’s guidance for navigating difficult relationships How yielding to Christ diminishes the devil's influence Resource Mentioned: Find Kathy Howard here: https://www.kathyhoward.org/ Deep Rooted: Growing through the Book of Romans by Kathy Howard Join the Conversation: How has trusting God transformed your relationships? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Subscribe for More: If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to our channel for more insights on faith, relationships, and spiritual growth! 🔔 Hit the notification bell to stay updated on new episodes!

A Walmart employee was recognized for helping a mom during a challenging, trying moment. He saw a mother needing help, and instead of simply watching and judging her, he showed her kindness and love. Watch the video to learn how the caring and empathetic man’s small act of kindness made a big difference.

Without question, children are some of the biggest and best blessings we can experience in life. They add so much joy and love, positively changing your life in every way imaginable. However, as every parent will wholeheartedly agree, not every moment with their children is a walk in the park or even enjoyable.

As the clip posted on YouTube mentions, a mother was in Walmart when she experienced one of these less-than-enjoyable parenting moments. She was in the popular retailer when her child, who has autism, had a meltdown. She had difficulty calming her son down, leaving her feeling embarrassed and overwhelmed. But in that moment, someone—Justin—stepped in and lent that mother a helping, loving hand.

So moved by what Justin did for her in that moment, the mother contacted a television station to alert them to his act of kindness. She wrote that he went “above and beyond” and was calm and supportive. She ended her letter about Justin by saying, “his kindness and support meant the world to me during this very challenging moment.”

Justin remembered the situation involving the mother and her son. As the father of a child with autism himself, he had an idea of what she was going through and how she must have felt at that time. He shared that after helping with her son, he gave her a hug and some sweet words of encouragement, telling her that despite how she might be feeling, she was a good mother.

The clip shows how a small act of kindness can make a world of difference to someone who is struggling or in need.

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.”

Danny Devito shared his joy about being a grandfather. The longtime Hollywood actor could not contain his happiness and delight about the two most recent additions to his family. Watch the short but sweet clip in which the actor expresses his love and joy for his grandchildren.

Being a parent is an absolute blessing from the good Lord. Children are, without question, the biggest and best gift we can receive on this Earth. As every parent knows, once those children enter the world and your home, your life will never be the same.

However, as great as being a parent is, some may argue that being a grandparent is even better. Think about it for a second. Mom and Dad, except when at work, are with their children 24 hours, seven days a week. Parents are around for everything regarding their children, including late nights, tantrums and every other less-than-pleasant moment.

Grandparents, for the most part, do not have to deal with any of that. They get to enjoy all the fun moments as they spoil their grandchildren rotten. Danny, like other grandparents, is also enjoying his new title: Grandpa. In a clip posted on social media, Danny mentions that his daughters have recently had babies and that he loves being a grandfather.

“In two years, my daughters have had a baby each,” he said. “And since these babies have been born, I’m just incorrigible. You got to tamper me down in the joy department, you know what I’m saying?”

He adds that he is very quick when showing photos of his grandchildren.

“In a minute, I’ll take out the phone and show you every picture,” he said. “I’m so lucky. Blessings showered down on me, and I wish it for everybody.”

What incredibly sweet words from a loving, overjoyed and blessed grandfather.

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

“Wheel of Fortune” assisted with an adorable and heartwarming marriage proposal. The popular, long-running game show helped one young man propose to the love of his life. Check out the short video to see the special moment made possible by one of the most popular game shows of all time.

Marriage is a big, life-changing commitment. Nothing will be quite the same after getting married. The vows said and exchanged while standing at the altar in front of friends, family and God during a wedding ceremony are sacred and meant to be kept until death separates that couple.

However, before a couple can get to the altar and say, “I do,” one huge, important question must be asked first. Of course, the man must propose marriage to the young lady. Her answer then sets in motion events that result in the wedding and everything that follows that big day.

How the man proposes is supposed to be unique and a story that the couple can share with their children and grandchildren for years to come. Everyone wants that moment to be something they will remember forever. A clip posted on social media shows that one couple will likely never forget their special moment. They got engaged on the “Wheel of Fortune” set.

In the video, Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White explained the situation. They mentioned that the boyfriend of a former contestant actually reached out to the show, asking if they would be willing to help him out with the proposal. The people behind the program were happy to lend a hand and also a puzzle.

In the video, the woman solves the fake puzzle, which was “Will You Marry Me?” After she solves the puzzle, her boyfriend walks out onto the stage, gets down on one knee, and asks the all-important question.

Of course, she said yes, and the happy couple celebrated with a kiss and a loving embrace. What a special and unique moment!

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 loving and selfless daycare worker gave part of her liver to one of her former students. The woman stepped up in a big way and helped to provide a 5-year-old young man with a second chance. Check out this unbelievably touching and moving story about kindness and love.

Educators are a special and influential group of people. They are in vital, crucial positions. Every single day, they touch and influence young lives. What they say and do in the classroom will impact generations to come.

Yes, teachers are there to impart knowledge on subjects such as reading, geography, history and mathematics. But in addition to the facts and figures they share with the youngsters in their class, they are also in a position to demonstrate love and kindness to those little ones.

Teachers regularly give of their time and talent to help their students. A clip posted on YouTube tells of a daycare worker who literally gave of herself to save a former student of hers.

Ezra, a sweet young man who, because of complications at birth, needed a liver transplant. To try and find a living donor for her adopted son, Ezra’s mother turned to social media. She posted a message on Facebook informing everyone about the massive need.

Carissa Fisher, Ezra’s former daycare teacher, saw the social media post and got to work trying to determine if she was a match. As the clip mentions, she was a perfect match. Soon enough, both went under the knife, with Carissa giving 5-year-old Ezra a part of her liver.

Carissa said the decision to give a part of her liver to the youngster wasn’t a hard one to make.

“I guess, for me, it wasn’t really a decision,” she said. “It was something I kind of knew I was going to do. I mean, how could you say ‘No’ to them?”

What an unbelievable act of love.

Hebrews 13:16 “But go on doing good and giving to others, because God is well-pleased with such offerings.”

One man traded his golden years for parenthood in a beautiful adoption story. Emilio initially thought his time parenting small children was over, but he made a surprising and heartwarming decision. Check out the short but sweet video of how Emilio became the adoptive father of a 3-year-old girl.

All children deserve loving and caring homes. They want to be somewhere where they feel safe, secure and have peace of mind. Sadly, though, many children do not have this, having been born into less-than-ideal situations and circumstances. Many children have never experienced love, safety, security and peace.

Foster care and adoption are of the utmost importance, offering children a chance, some hope and a future. Emilio, a retiree and father of three grown children who recently moved to Florida to enjoy his golden years, completely changed course and is now the adoptive father of Kiana, an adorable little girl.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Emilio admits that Kiana was only supposed to be with him for a month. However, things quickly changed.

“Yeah, I can’t imagine giving her back at this point,” Emilio said.

Kiana is over the moon about being adopted and having Emilio as her father.

“When I first got adopted, it was so amazing,” she said. “It’s like, really, I love him so much, like so much, like so much, like so very much.”

While choking up, Emilio explains that in the time Kiana has been with him, he has seen a dramatic change in her personality and demeanor.

“And I’m about to tear up because,” Emilio said before Kiana interrupted him.

“I was like so scared and shy,” Kiana says

“She was, you know, in a really bad space,” he said.

Emilio could have sat back, taken things easy, and enjoyed his retirement. But instead of doing that, he is giving a young woman a much-needed safe and happy home full of love and happiness.

Matthew 9:37 “Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest indeed is plentiful, but the laborers are few.’”

A kind waitress was moved to tears by an unforgettable gift from a grateful customer. The woman was caught off guard and taken aback by the customer’s touching words and gifts. Watch the short video to see the unexpected and beautiful moment unfold.

Small and insignificant acts of kindness may not be viewed by the person on the receiving end that way. To some people, a random, small act of kindness may mean the world to them. A warm smile, a friendly hug, a listening ear or showing someone a little bit of grace and patience may be the thing they need at that exact moment.

However, most of the time, we will never see how much our kindness means to someone else, which is perfectly fine. We shouldn’t exhibit kind, loving behavior toward others with the expectation of a reward. We’re called to show others the love of Jesus Christ.

However, a video posted on social media shows how much a waitress’s kindness, grace and patience meant to a mother. The restaurant employee’s kind act even inspired others to do something for her, and, as the man in the video says, “It put a lot of light out into the world.”

The short one-minute clip begins with the customer at the table, finishing his meal. The waitress walks over to the table, and he says he wants to talk to her and proceeds to ask her to sit down. The woman is, of course, a tad concerned. She thinks something bad is coming in her direction, likely a tongue-lashing about her service. 

But that is not the case at call.

He tells her that a few days before their conversation, she had helped a mother with a few kids who weren’t on their best behavior. He adds that instead of being short and dismissive to the mother and her kids, the waitress “treated her with dignity and kindness.” The waitress touched the mother so much that she took to Facebook to post about how the waitress treated her.

From that Facebook post, the man in the video went around to several people in the community, collecting money and gift cards, which he presented to the young woman.

As is to be expected when something so beautiful and unexpected happens, both have tears in their eyes by the end of the clip.

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 Marine and his grandmother share a beautiful, tearful reunion. It’s the kind of moment that needs no words, but you’ll want a tissue or two. Sometimes, love is louder than the miles that separate us. Sometimes, it finds a way to wrap around us like a soft quilt stitched together with memories and longing, reminding us that no matter the distance, love waits faithfully. That’s what unfolded in a viral video that showed a tear-soaked moment on the backyard patio, a sacred meeting place for a Marine and his beloved grandmother.

The video was captioned: “A U.S. Marine returns home after deployment and surprised his grandmother.” 

He had been gone for months, maybe even years, in the ways that time stretches when we ache for someone. Duty had called him to faraway places, but her prayers had followed him like a shadow. Every whispered "be safe," every tear-streaked plea, had been her offering to God on his behalf.

This young Marine was waiting to hug his grandmother with all his might when she walked through the backyard and saw him sitting there. And there she was, his grandmother, with her silver-streaked hair and trembling hands pressed to her mouth in disbelief. It wasn’t just a reunion; it was redemption in human form, a reminder that no distance can fray the threads of love as she cried tears of joy. 

“I’ve missed you! Oh my God, what a surprise!” she said. 

She reached for him with a cry that seemed to spill out years of worry and longing all at once. He bent down, holding her like she was his lifeline, their tears mingling in a wordless conversation. Those moments stretched on, timeless and holy as if heaven itself leaned in to watch love in action.

This is the beauty of human connection, the kind that moves mountains of distance and breaks through the barriers of time. It’s the kind of love that reminds us we are never truly alone. And in this reunion, we are gently reminded that love is the gift we carry home, no matter how far we roam. We hope you enjoyed this beautiful moment between this grandmother and her grandson. Thank you for your service, young man!

1 Corinthians 13:7 "Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance." 

A restaurant’s staff members made a heartfelt effort to connect with a little girl with a hearing impairment. The staff wanted to ensure that the child, born deaf, felt special and appreciated. Check out the video for the unbelievably touching and heartwarming story.

The world is a lost and broken place full of hurting and struggling people. Evil and darkness are real and active forces in society. Every day, we see and hear stories on the news that help to make this abundantly clear. Anyone who believes otherwise simply does not pay attention. Sin destroys and corrupts everything that it encounters and contacts.

However, while evil and darkness are very much at work in our world, not all hope is lost. Every so often, we’ll come across signs and acts that help to at least momentarily restore our faith in humanity. A clip posted on YouTube tells the story of a group of people who will undoubtedly restore your hope and belief in humanity.

As the clip explains, one little girl, 5-year-old Ashlyn, receives a special treat each time she and her mother stop for chicken nuggets and fries at one Edmonton restaurant. That’s because the restaurant’s manager and another employee use sign language to communicate with her.

After learning that the child was deaf, Justin Halabi, the restaurant manager, taught himself some American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate with Ashlyn.

“I found out she was deaf, so I kind of wanted to communicate with her in a sense without her feeling not welcomed or not feeling at home about where she is,” he said.

Another employee, Donald Reyroso, who already knew some ASL, also communicates with Ashlyn through signing and hand gestures. 

While both employees may only communicate simple messages with the little girl, the 5-year-old’s mother, Caylyn Forsberg, says their efforts are greatly appreciated.

“It took three seconds for Donald to say, ‘Hey, I know some ASL,’ and it has created a lifetime of happiness for my daughter,” she said.

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.”

Brandon Lake has shared an uplifting and encouraging message for anyone hurting and struggling. His powerful words are meant for those who are going through a difficult time and feel like the entire world is against them. Watch the short clip to hear Brandon’s moving words.

Life is a truly wonderful gift from the good Lord above. However, that does not mean our time on Earth will be nothing but rainbows and roses. In fact, it can often be the very opposite. Of course, anyone who has been alive for any period of time knows this all too well.

Christ never promised us an easy experience or that we’d never encounter hardship or difficulties. Jesus Christ was perfect, and He was tortured and crucified. How could we ever believe or think for one second that life would be easy when Christ did nothing wrong and He was put to death?

In a short clip posted on social media, the popular Christian musician, while speaking directly to the camera, mentioned how he knows some people are going through less-than-ideal, miserable circumstances.

“So many of you guys are going through hell,” he said. “You’re going through the hardest season of your lives. I’m speaking to you.”

After acknowledging that some people are undoubtedly dealing with troubling, heartbreaking, and painful situations, Brandon offers some heartfelt advice and encouragement.

“If you’re going through a really hard time, just remind you, honestly, as much as you don’t feel it, like, God is with you,” Brandon said. “He’s for you. He has the best plans for your lives.”

Later in the video, Brandon offers even more hope and encouragement to the hurting and brokenhearted. He summarizes one of the most popular verses in all of the Bible: Jeremiah 29:11.

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.”