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Each week, the team behind GodTube.com and GodUpdates.com shares the story behind your favorite Christian songs, trending news stories, and Christian celebrities.

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    Toddler Found Alive in Hospital Morgue Hours After Being Declared Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2026 10:49 Transcription Available


    An Arizona family experienced an extraordinary turn of events after 18-month-old Vincent Lorenzo Fiorino was pulled from a backyard swimming pool and declared dead at the hospital. Hours later, a medical examiner’s transporter discovered the toddler was still breathing with a pulse, and Vincent was flown to Phoenix Children’s Hospital, where his family says he suffered no brain damage and continues his recovery. Listen For: How a backyard swimming pool accident became every parent’s worst nightmare The stunning discovery that Vincent was alive after being declared dead The encouraging update his family received about his recovery Why Vincent’s story is a powerful reminder to keep praying and hold on to hope To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/toddler-found-alive-in-morgue.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/train-ride-kindness-between-strangers.html Tags: toddler found alive, miracle story, answered prayer, child recovery, faith and hope, power of prayer Enjoyed this episode? Get more stories of hope delivered weekly, sign up for The Good Word, our free newsletter: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Couple Raises 37 Children Through Adoption, Faith and an Open Door

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 13:52 Transcription Available


    Paul and Jeane Briggs never planned on having a mega-family, but over nearly 50 years, their family grew to 37 children, including 32 adopted children and five biological children. Guided by prayer and a willingness to welcome children in need, the West Virginia couple built a remarkable legacy of adoption, faith, and love that has even inspired the next generation of their family. Listen For: How Paul and Jeane Briggs went from raising a few children to becoming parents of 37 Why prayer guided the couple as they welcomed adopted children from around the world How adoption transformed the life of their son Joseph after years in a Ukrainian orphanage How the Briggs family's example inspired their oldest daughter to build an adoptive family of her own To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates: https://www.godtube.com/blog/couple-raises-37-kids-love-faith-purpose.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/city-employee-saves-baby-abandoned-street.html Tags: adoption story, family of 37, adoptive family, Christian adoption, faith and family, children in need, answered prayer, faith in action, God’s purpose Enjoyed this episode? Get more stories of hope delivered weekly, sign up for The Good Word, our free newsletter: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Adopted Identical Twins Reunite After Families Discover the Truth 3,000 Miles Apart

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 10:53 Transcription Available


    Two families living 3,000 miles apart discovered that their adopted daughters, Olivia Coogle and Emaline Ricketts, were actually identical twins after one mother spotted an unmistakable resemblance in a photo shared by an adoption group. Separated after being left at the same orphanage in China, the sisters reunited at just 22 months old and, now 20, have remained close despite growing up on opposite sides of the country, a reunion their family calls a miracle. Listen For: How one photograph led two adoptive families to discover their daughters were identical twins The extraordinary circumstances that separated Olivia and Emaline in China The emotional airport reunion when the twins were just 22 months old How the sisters stayed connected across 3,000 miles as they grew up To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates: https://www.godtube.com/blog/adopted-children-are-identical-twins.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/two-time-cancer-survivors-find-lasting-love.html Tags: identical twins separated at birth, adopted identical twins, adoption story, twins reunited, China adoption, family reunion, miracle, faith story, God’s plan Enjoyed this episode? Get more stories of hope delivered weekly, sign up for The Good Word, our free newsletter: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Yellowstone Bison Attack Sends Grandfather 8 Feet Into the Air

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 14:42 Transcription Available


    A Yellowstone bison attack left 65-year-old Carl McDaniel with a femur broken in four places after the animal charged and threw him roughly eight feet into the air as he tried to draw it away from his 13-year-old grandson. Though the bison stood over him and could have attacked again, Carl survived, underwent surgery, and was taking his first steps in physical therapy just days later, a close call he and others see as a powerful reminder of God’s mercy and protection. Listen For: How a peaceful Yellowstone wildlife encounter suddenly turned into a terrifying bison attack Why Carl told his grandson to run while he tried to draw the charging bison away The remarkable moment the bison stood over Carl but did not attack again How a witness stepped in to help, and Carl began walking again just days after surgery To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates: https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-thrown-8-feet-air-bison-yellowstone.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/curious-bear-climbs-into-colorado-mans-truck.html Tags: Yellowstone bison attack, bison attack video, Yellowstone National Park, wildlife encounter, grandfather saves grandson, survival story, God’s protection, miracle, faith story Enjoyed this episode? Get more stories of hope delivered weekly, sign up for The Good Word, our free newsletter: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    84-Year-Old Train Manager Proves You're Never Too Old to Love What You Do | Seniors in Tennessee Had a Fun Day On the Slip and Slide

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 9:39 Transcription Available


    An 84-year-old train manager in the U.K. has never quit doing what he loves. Bob Carpenter is one of London’s oldest train managers. AND Seniors in Tennessee had a fun day on the slip-and-slide, one they will never forget. Who says summer fun has an age limit? To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/84-year-old-train-manager.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/seniors-on-a-slip-and-slide.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    12-Year-Old Girl Saves Friend After She Has a Seizure in Ocean | 12-Year-Old Boy Recovering After Shark Attack Thanks to His Brother

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2026 9:41 Transcription Available


    Pensarn Beach in Abergele, Conwy, Wales. Tamika Hezzell, 12, Sofia-Ann McKenna, 14, and their friend, 12-year-old Ruby Wilikins, were swimming when the tide pulled them out too far from the beach. AND A 12-year-old boy is recovering after a shark attack thanks to his brother’s quick thinking. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/12-year-old-saves-friend.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/saved-brother-after-shark-attack.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    State Trooper Found a Kitten On Road, Then He Adopted Him | One Trail Change, One Incredible Rescue: Woman Found After 3 Days Trapped

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 9:58 Transcription Available


    What began as a routine call along a Wisconsin interstate became the start of an unexpected friendship neither of them saw coming. AND For Kathryn Woessner, 68, what began as an ordinary drive turned into three terrifying days trapped in mud near her van in rural Minnesota. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/state-trooper-adopts-kitten.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/friends-find-woman-stuck-in-mud.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Sisters Give Birth to Twin Boys, Just Hours Apart | Her Father Promised to Walk Her Down the Aisle, After a Heart Attack, Still Made it

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 8:57 Transcription Available


    Four babies are a lot to bring into one family, but that’s what happened to this Texas clan. AND That’s the thing about dads, they’re our heroes from the moment we take our first breath, and they will move mountains to make our dreams come true. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/sisters-give-birth-to-twin-boys.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-promised-to-walk-her-down-the-aisle.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    After 16 Hours Alone in Yard, Elderly Woman Gets Help From Two Teens | Young Teen Saves Older Brother With CPR Skills He Learned

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 11:14 Transcription Available


    What began with a Pop-Tart, a FaceTime call, and plans for an ordinary summer morning became a life-saving act of kindness neither boy will ever forget. AND For 14-year-old Cody Aliff of Wilson, North Carolina, what started as a duck hunting trip with his 20-year-old brother, Hunter, and their father quickly became a fight for Hunter's life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/teens-save-elderly-woman.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/teen-saves-older-brother.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Firefighter Was Able to Save Daughter After Receiving Crash Alert | Community Rallies Around Firefighter After Wife's Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 9:54 Transcription Available


    In one terrifying moment, a father went from answering emergencies for strangers to racing toward the one call he prayed he'd never receive—his own daughter's. AND When a first responder in Miami-Dade County, Florida, lost his wife to a rare form of cancer, his community made sure he felt their support. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-saves-daughter-after-crash.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/community-supports-firefighter.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Granddaughter Steps Into Spotlight in Same Role As Her Grandmother | Boy Couldn't Buy Ice Cream, Vendor Turned Moment Into Something Beautiful

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 7:53 Transcription Available


    Everyone loves The Sound of Music, and many different venues perform it, even all these years later. It is truly a classic. AND When a Massachusetts ice cream truck owner noticed a little boy wanted a sweet treat but could not pay, the ice cream shop offered him a scoop of kindness. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/sound-of-music-granddaughter.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/ice-cream-shop-offers-kindness.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Mother of Three Passed Away Unexpectedly, Neighborhood Did Something Beautiful | Determined Young Girl Launches Fundraiser For Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 9:26 Transcription Available


    A mother of three passed away unexpectedly, then her neighborhood did something beautiful. AND A young girl starts fundraising for her friend once she realizes she needs a little bit of help to play. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/mother-of-three-honored.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/young-girl-starts-fundraising-for-her-friend.html Want More? Sign up for our free newsletter, The Good Word, for weekly biblical wisdom and encouragement delivered right to your inbox. Join our community today: https://www.lifeaudio.com/thegoodword/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Father Saves Teenage Son's Life By Donating Kidney | When His 7-Year-Old Son Had a Stroke in the Pool, Father Saved His Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 9:48 Transcription Available


    A North Texas father donates a kidney to his son after he’s diagnosed with a genetic disease called Alport Syndrome. AND When his 7-year-old son had a stroke in the pool, this father saved his life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-donates-kidney-to-son.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/father-saves-son-after-stroke.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Couple Celebrating Diamond Anniversary Shares the Secrets to Long Marriage | Firefighters Adopt This Sweet Pup That Ended Up at Firehouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 9:49 Transcription Available


    A very special couple is celebrating their diamond anniversary after 75 impressive years of marriage. They got together in 1951, and the happy couple is still in love after so many years. AND The newest member of the Fort Worth Fire Department isn't a firefighter. He has four paws, a wagging tail, and a heart that has already captured an entire station. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/celebrating-diamond-anniversary.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/firefighters-adopt-dog.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Stranger Reaches Out to Help a Family of Six Whose Van Was Stolen | Couple From Oklahoma Drive Their 100-Year-Old Car On Route 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 9:03 Transcription Available


    When a family with six kids went on vacation on the Oregon coast, they only made it one full day before their van, with all their camping gear, 7 bikes, and a stroller, was stolen. AND A couple celebrated the 100th anniversary of America’s most famous roadway by driving Route 66 to California from Oklahoma. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/stranger-gives-family-van.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/driving-route-66-to-california.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Young Man Rings the Cancer-Free Bell, and Graduates High School | Lost Teddy Bear Goes on an Airport Adventure Before Returning Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 9:41 Transcription Available


    A young man rings the cancer-free bell and graduates from high school, all on the same day. AND A little bear named Bobby had quite the airport adventure when his owner, 4-year-old Patrick, accidentally left him at the DFW airport before embarking on a family vacation. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/cancer-free-and-graduates-high-school.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/lost-teddy-bear-at-the-airport.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    After 50 Years of Teaching, She Said Goodbye to Students | High School Throws Their 90-Year-Old Well-Loved Janitor a Birthday Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 11:03 Transcription Available


    Everyone’s favorite teacher at St. Margaret School in Narberth, Pennsylvania, retires after 50 years, and it’s so bittersweet. AND A high school throws their 90-year-old, well-loved janitor a birthday party, and the students think he deserves more than what they could offer. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/teacher-retires-after-50-years.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/well-loved-janitor-birthday.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Community Welcomes Beloved Mailman Back After Beating Cancer | For 40th Anniversary, Utah Couple Decides to Bike 4,000 Miles Across Country

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 10:13 Transcription Available


    Willie Stone is the “mailman of the century” after spending 40 years on the same routes in Henrico County, Virginia. AND Bliss and Robert Sawyer of Saratoga Springs, UT, recently set out on what may be their most ambitious journey yet: biking across America from Washington state to New Jersey. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/mailman-of-the-century.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/couple-bikes-across-country.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Father's Goal Lives On as Family Completes 365 Days of Playing Catch | Teacher and Fellow Students Support Young Girl Battling Cancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 10:00 Transcription Available


    In March of 2024, Cory Wiederin of Ankeny, Iowa, found out he had cancer. He passed away in January of 2026 from a rare form of kidney cancer. AND When one of her students got diagnosed with a rare disease, a Virginia music teacher took a big step to support the young girl with cancer in a very special way. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/family-finishes-dads-goal.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/supporting-young-girl-with-cancer.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    A School in Pennsylvania Buried a Time Capsule in 1976, They've Finally Opened It 50 Years Later | A Woman Battling Incurable Cancer Set Her Sights on Everest, and Made It to the Top

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 9:21 Transcription Available


    In today's uplifting news, a Pennsylvania elementary school finally opened a time capsule that had been buried for fifty years. Claysville Elementary School in Claysville, PA, buried the capsule in 1976, and students and teachers gathered in the school auditorium to see what had been hidden away for half a century. Some students guessed correctly what would be inside, including money and old pencils. A former fourth-grade teacher who had taught at the school when the capsule was buried recalled placing a felt eraser and pieces of chalk inside. When the capsule was opened, it revealed Bicentennial coins, a two-dollar bill, photographs, newspapers, stamps, classroom supplies, and a congratulatory letter written to the students by then President Gerald Ford. A manual calculator from a math classroom was also inside, a device many of today's students had never seen before. To mark the occasion, the current students and teachers created a new time capsule to be buried and opened in 2076, continuing the tradition for the next generation. Ponder Some memories and traditions are worth waiting for, and they connect one generation to the next. Scripture "One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts." Psalm 145:4 AND Here are the show notes for this one: Woman Battling Incurable Cancer Set Her Sights on Everest, and Made It to the Top Summary A woman from the U.K. became the first female stage 4 cancer patient to climb Mount Everest, completing the climb for the second time in her life. The 50 year old exercise psychologist was diagnosed with incurable stage 4 breast cancer two years ago and has undergone radiotherapy, liver surgery, and a double mastectomy. She trained for an entire year to prepare for the climb, which she first completed over two decades earlier. Upon reaching the summit, she encouraged others facing cancer to keep taking steps forward no matter how difficult the journey. The coldest nights on the mountain proved to be the hardest part of the climb, as her body temperature dropped while she rested in her tent. She raised more than $100,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support during the expedition and also gathered research on how low oxygen levels affected her cancer markers, hoping her data could benefit future patients and doctors. She has also completed the Everest Marathon and climbed Mount Aconcagua, Elbrus, and Kilimanjaro, and she hopes her climb inspires others to believe they can accomplish big things despite their diagnoses. Ponder Facing a difficult diagnosis does not mean giving up on big dreams, and determination can inspire others walking through their own battles. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-climbs-mount-everest.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/50-year-old-time-capsule.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Woman Walks Away with Only a Few Scratches after a Car Crashes through Her Windshield | A Simple Wrong Number Led to a Beautiful Friendship between Two Strangers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 8:36 Transcription Available


    A Texas woman survived a terrifying highway accident when a three-foot piece of rebar flew through her windshield and struck her glasses without leaving a scratch. She was driving through Flint, Texas, while delivering Instacart orders when a utility truck passed in the opposite direction and a piece of rebar came loose, flying directly toward her car. She had no time to react or move out of the way. The rebar sliced vertically through the windshield, hit her glasses, and landed in her lap, leaving her with only minor scratches. EMTs who responded to the scene told her she should not have survived the impact. She credits her survival entirely to God, saying she has no explanation for how she walked away unharmed. Ponder God can protect us in moments when there is no time to react and no way to help ourselves. Scripture “For he will give you into the care of his angels to keep you wherever you go.” Psalm 91:11 AND A simple wrong number turned into a lifelong friendship between two strangers decades apart in age. Lauren Stevens, 24, began receiving text messages on her work phone meant for someone else, all addressed to "Vern Dog." Curious, she searched online and discovered the messages were meant for Verner, a 72-year-old San Francisco photographer who had spent decades traveling the world behind a camera. What started as a mix-up grew into a genuine connection as emails turned into phone calls, phone calls turned into video chats, and eventually the two were spending time together in person, singing karaoke and making TikToks together. As Verner struggled financially in an increasingly digital world, Lauren stepped in to help by sharing his photography online and starting a GoFundMe that raised more than $40,000 in his support. What began as a wrong number became a rare and meaningful friendship that changed both of their lives. Ponder True friendship does not check birth certificates, and it can arrive through the most unexpected circumstances, including a simple wrong number. Scripture "A friend loves at all times." Proverbs 17:17 To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! chttps://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-survives-bar-through-windshield.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/friendship-between-strangers.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Soldier Surprises Daughter at Her High School Graduation | Community Steps Up to Honor WWII Veteran With No Known Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 5:08 Transcription Available


    A Louisiana high school senior thought she was going to have a good graduation day after years of studying, but it became great when her father, a soldier, surprised her with her diploma. AND In Hanson, Massachusetts, 98-year-old World War II veteran John Bernard Arnold was laid to rest, but he did not leave this world alone. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/soldier-surprises-daughter.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/honor-wwii-veteran.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Mom and Daughter Share Life in Retirement Community, it is Quite Special | Firefighters Save Little League Game and Give Kids a Memory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 6:03 Transcription Available


    Some very special family members in New York are enjoying a mother-daughter bond that most people don’t get to experience at their ages. AND Firefighters save a Little League game and give the kids a memory they will never forget. There’s something about firefighters when you’re a kid. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/mother-daughter-bond-retirement-community.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/firefighters-save-little-league-game.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Martin Short Opens Up About Love, Loss, and Finding Joy Through Hardest Moments | California Couple Celebrates Their 80th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 8:45 Transcription Available


    CBS Sunday Morning sat down with Martin Short to talk about his life, his losses, and his new documentary, Marty, Life is Short, which is now streaming on Netflix. AND A California couple celebrates their 80th anniversary after meeting as teenagers. At 101 years old, Jennifer McMullen still remembers the beginning of her love story like it was yesterday. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/martin-short-on-love-loss-finding-joy.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/celebrating-80th-anniversary.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Paralyzed Nearly 2 Years Ago, Man Walked Across the Stage to Earn His MBA | A Nurse Saved a Baby, 50 Years Later, They Still Have Bond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 5:15 Transcription Available


    A paralyzed man walks again at Virginia Union University, for the second time, thanks to a whole lot of determination and a pair of robotic legs. AND A nurse saved a baby no one thought would survive; 50 years later, they still have a strong bond. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/paralyzed-man-walks-again.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/nurse-saves-baby-strong-bond.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Woman Gives Birth to Baby On Airplane With the Help of Passengers | Born in 1918, This 108-Year-Old Woman Has No Plans of Slowing Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 5:20 Transcription Available


    A woman named Ashley was aboard a Delta flight traveling from Atlanta to Portland when labor suddenly began mid-flight. AND One woman born in 1918 is still going strong in Dover, Delaware. She’s 108 years old, exercises every day, and still drives. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-gives-birth-on-plane.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-born-in-1918.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Baby Who Was Born Twice After Miracle Surgery Celebrates First Birthday | 85-Year-Old Man Receives His Doctorate Degree

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 5:02 Transcription Available


    A miracle baby born twice is about to celebrate his first birthday. Little Cassian Joubert’s life is truly a wonder. AND Tennessee State University had a very special grad this year. The college had the honor of having an 85-year-old receive a doctorate degree. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/baby-born-twice-celebrating-birthday.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/85-year-old-receives-doctorate.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Grandma Never Got to Go to a Prom, So Young Man Took Her to His | A Man Took the Stage at Graduation, Announced He Was Paying Off Loans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 6:29 Transcription Available


    Junior high school student Avant Williams fulfilled a promise he made as a toddler by taking his grandmother, Svala Heller, to prom. AND A hard-working man by the name of Anil Kochhar stepped up to the microphone and changed lives with a few simple words and a deep pocket. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/teen-takes-grandma-to-prom.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-paying-off-student-loans.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Pilot's Final Flight Was Canceled, Then Rival Airline Gave Him Deserved Goodbye | Triplets Turn 86-Year-Old and Have So Much to Share

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 5:18 Transcription Available


    A pilot’s final flight was canceled, then a rival airline gave him the goodbye he deserved. AND The first-ever-recorded triplets in Forsyth County, North Carolina, will celebrate more than 8 and a half decades together on June 6th. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/canceled-flight-retirement.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/86-year-old-triplets.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Couple Delivers Baby at Stoplight, Not Making it to Hospital | First Grader Saves Classmate From Choking, Now Honorary Member of Fire Dept

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 5:58 Transcription Available


    They were so close to the hospital, but not close enough. David Larvick-Rounds recalls clearly when his wife, Madison, demanded, “Get out right now! The baby’s coming.” AND A first-grader saves his classmate from choking and is now an honorary member of the fire department! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/couple-deliver-their-own-baby.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/first-grader-saves-classmate.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    He Helped Deliver Her, 22 Years Later, He Watched Her Graduate | 30 Years Apart, Siblings Found Each Other Again in Retirement Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 4:14 Transcription Available


    A lifelong friend of one of the graduates, a firefighter who delivered her as a baby, attended and made her day. AND Siblings Becky Gibson and Ralph Slawter had not seen each other for three decades. Then, one day, they found that they were both in the very same Ohio retirement home. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/firefighter-delivers-baby-22-years-ago.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/siblings-reunited-at-retirement-home.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    95-Year-Old Veteran Honored by Schoolchildren in Birthday Celebration | A Grandpa Just Completed the World's Largest Jigsaw Puzzle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 6:19 Transcription Available


    A 95-year-old veteran honored by schoolchildren in a sweet birthday celebration will make you misty-eyed. You may want to grab a box of tissues. AND A grandpa just completed the world’s largest jigsaw puzzle, 60,000 pieces in all, and you’ll be surprised to have a little advice about life coming from those pieces. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/veteran-birthday-surprise.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/60000-piece-puzzle.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    A Reunion at a Hospital of NICU Families and Care Teams | Dolly Parton Gives Update on Her Health and Life After Husband's Passing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 5:24 Transcription Available


    A beautiful reunion at a California hospital brings NICU families and care teams back together for a sweet moment. AND The singer and entertainer had been dealing with some health issues. Knowing she is doing better is quite the relief, and we pray she continues to heal. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/hospital-nicu-reunion.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/dolly-parton-health-update.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    91-Year-Old Man Becomes Grandfather For the First Time | Teens Receive Unexpected Surprise After Being Spotted Praying Before Prom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 5:33 Transcription Available


    A 91-year-old is one proud poppy after getting the world record for the oldest grandfather in the world. AND Teens received an unexpected surprise after someone saw them praying before prom. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/oldest-grandfather-beats-world-record.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/teens-praying-before-prom.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Denny's Busboy Serves for 48 Years—Then Is Honored with Celebration | Coffee Shop Creates Opportunities for Workers with Disabilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 6:02 Transcription Available


    Denny’s Busboy serves for 48 years–then is honored with a heartwarming celebration. It’s rare to stay in a job we like, and it’s even more rare to let that passion for a job last nearly fifty years. AND A coffee shop creates opportunities for workers with disabilities and inspires a community. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/dennys-bus-boy-celebration.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/hiring-workers-with-disabilities.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Facing Cancer Diagnosis, Teen Found Joy in Hospital Prom | A Football Player Met a Boy Selling Lemonade, Act of Kindness Sparked Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 5:39 Transcription Available


    For 17-year-old Kaitlyn Hutchins, prom became something even deeper. It became a night of courage, love, and memories wrapped in pink tulle and hope. AND It was a warm day in 2023 when the South Dakota State Jackrabbits player saw 9-year-old Kamden on the side of the road with no customers. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/teen-cancer-story-with-prom.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/football-players-kindness-sparks-hope.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Woman's Boyfriend Proposes Right After She Completes a Triathlon | At 90 Years Old, Bruce Willis' Mom Has Been Volunteering For the LAPD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 4:36 Transcription Available


    When Cindy Alghawi competed in her first triathlon, she thought the only thing waiting for her at the end of the finish line was a sense of accomplishment and hugs from her parents and boyfriend. AND A woman named Marlene Willis has been volunteering for the LAPD for more than 20 years. The 90-year-old, known around the station as “Mrs. Willis,” was recently honored for her decades of service. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/triathlon-proposal-in-florida.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/bruce-willis-mom.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Couple Married Over 70 Years Pass Away Within Hours of Each Other | 5-Year-Old is Now a Hero After He Saves Family From House Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 6:02 Transcription Available


    A couple married over 70 years pass away within hours of each other, and it’s quite the story. This is the kind of love story we all quietly long for. AND Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t need capes, titles, or years behind them. Sometimes they wear little pajamas, carry a blanket, and speak with the brave voice of a child. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/couple-married-over-70-years.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/boy-saves-family-from-fire.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Family Grows From One Child to Five With Quadruplets | Diagnosed with Leukemia, Teen Completed a Full Marathon From Hospital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 6:01 Transcription Available


    Adriana Luna and her fiancé, Anthony Lerma, weren’t expecting any babies at all when they discovered they were going to have four. AND The Massachusetts teen completed a marathon at a hospital despite battling leukemia, and the whole medical facility had his back. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/birth-to-quadruplets.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/teen-completes-marathon-at-hospital.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Aunt's Life-Saving Gift Gives 2-Year-Old Second Chance After Cancer | Teens Keep Childhood Promise, Made At Age 7 and Go to Prom Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 6:30 Transcription Available


    Did you know there was such a thing as a living-donor liver transplant? AND We all need more heartwarming prom stories like this! These teens kept their childhood promise they made at age 7 and are heading to prom together. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/living-donor-transplant-saves-toddler.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/heartwarming-prom-story.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    High Schoolers Give Back By Fixing Cars and Donating Them to Single Moms | He Fought in 3 Wars, Now Veteran Is Celebrating 100 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 6:12 Transcription Available


    High schoolers take a class and give back to the community by fixing cars and donating them to single moms. AND Can you believe this man fought in three wars, and now this veteran is celebrating 100 years of life. And here’s the kicker, he’s aiming for 110! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/cars-for-single-moms.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/100-year-old-veteran.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Women's Mission to Help Seniors with Independence, One Boutique at a Time | Husband and Wife Act as ‘Guardian Angels' During Fire Rescue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 5:28 Transcription Available


    Two special women are on a mission to give people in retirement homes the shopping experience they miss. AND A husband and wife act as ‘guardian angels’ during a terrifying house fire rescue. Sometimes courage doesn’t look like flashing lights or loud applause. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/women-helping-seniors.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/husband-and-wife-save-family.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Toddler Shows Act of Kindness to Stranger at McDonald's | Couple Surprises Grandma and Guests at Engagement Party, Turns it Into Wedding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 5:22 Transcription Available


    A special toddler shows kindness by sitting with an elderly man who was eating alone. The little boy made that man’s day, and his mom’s. AND You won’t believe this; a couple surprises grandma and other guests at their engagement party by turning it into their wedding. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/toddler-shows-act-of-kindness.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/surprise-wedding-engagement-party.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Drivers Jump Into Action to Save Co-Worker Having Medical Emergency | Entrepreneur With Down Syndrome Turns Passion Into Sauce Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 6:55 Transcription Available


    Fellow bus drivers jumped into action to save a coworker who was having a medical emergency. AND An entrepreneur with Down Syndrome turns a passion for grilling into a global barbecue sauce! The kitchen smelled like onions and something deeper—hope, maybe. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/bus-drivers-save-co-worker.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/entrepreneur-with-down-syndrome.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Former Janitor Becomes a Doctor at the Hospital Where She Once Cleaned | Hero Principal Named Prom King After Stopping a School Shooter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 5:45 Transcription Available


    Dr. Shay Taylor-Allen is celebrating a near-miracle this year. In Cinderella style, she transformed from a janitor to a doctor at the very same hospital, the Yale School of Medicine. AND Kirk Moore, the principal at Pauls Valley High School in Oklahoma, was named prom king for a special reason. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/janitor-to-doctor.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/principal-named-prom-king.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    84-Year-Old Hero Honored for Decision to Give a Kidney | When a Church Leader Collapsed, 9-Year-Old's Response Made a Difference

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 5:39 Transcription Available


    An 84-year-old organ donor just made the decision to give up a kidney for his son-in-law. The man, Graham Sisson, broke a hospital record. AND When a church leader collapsed, this 9-year-old’s brave response made all the difference and saved a life. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/84-year-old-organ-donor.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/child-performs-cpr.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    18-Year-Old Wins Grocery Bagging Championship After Training | Mom Honors Her Late Son's Legacy by Dancing With People He Saved

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 5:36 Transcription Available


    An 18-year-old became the best bagger in America after months of training. Thanks to his family’s help, the grocery bagging pro won a $10,000 prize. AND Her son, Austin Hollis, was only 26 years old when he passed away in March 2024. He was a dance instructor, someone who spent his days helping others move, laugh, and feel alive. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/best-bagger-in-america.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/organ-recipient-reunion-with-dancing.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Good Samaritans Rescue Three Teens From Flipped Car | Courthouse Relies on a Four-Legged Staff Member for Support and a Blessing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 6:28 Transcription Available


    Three siblings were driving in Harrison County, Mississippi, when another car forced them off the road and into a reservoir. AND Inside the courthouse in Clayton, Missouri, there’s a Labrador named Levi who has one of the most important jobs in the building. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/strangers-save-teens-from-flipped-car.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/therapy-dogs-help-in-courtrooms.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Senior Has an Early Graduation After Dad is Diagnosed With Pancreatic Cancer | After Bus Crash, Church Steps Up for Injured Student

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 5:53 Transcription Available


    A Huntington Beach, California, high school senior honors her dying father by holding an early graduation for herself, fulfilling both their wishes. AND Tragedy hit my own Tennessee community on March 27, 2026, when a middle school bus on a field trip got into an accident. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/high-school-senior-honors-dying-father.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/church-helping-community-after-bus-crash.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Woman Stops Thief, Tells Her 'God Loves You' | A Woman Ordered DoorDash, Then Helped 78-Year-Old Man Who Delivered It

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 5:43 Transcription Available


    A woman tells a thief ‘God loves you’ and stops her from stealing a package. AND When a 78-year-old doordasher from Manchester, New Hampshire, dropped off some food for his customer, Brittany, she saw on her doorbell camera that it was no easy task for him. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-stops-a-thief-with-kindness.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/78-year-old-doordasher.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Manager at a Grocery Store Stops a Scam and Saves a Couple | Brave Teenager Saves 42-Year-Old Mother After Sudden Heart Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 6:06 Transcription Available


    This is incredible; an assistant manager at a grocery store became an unexpected hero when the employee stopped a financial scam, protecting a couple from losing a lot of money. AND A brave teenager saves her 42-year-old mother after a sudden heart attack. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/employee-stops-financial-scam.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/teenager-saves-mothers-life.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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