Inspirational Videos

‘It's alright, it's okay. Don't you let your troubles get in the way. Just believe and have faith, know that He's with you every day.’ There’s no doubt that little Caleb Serrano has a heart for the Lord. And this energetic little guy loves nothing more than giving praise to His name any way he can. Today, young Caleb is back on the Little Big Shots stage to lead Steve Harvey and the crowd in some amazing worship. Caleb may be young, but his voice and talent is well beyond his age. Just watch as he confidently steps onto the stage and starts to belt out the powerful words of Shirley Caesar's "It's Alright, It's Ok." These lyrics always touch a special place in my heart, but hearing them come from this little fella sends my heart soaring. I just love watching the younger generation praise the Lord and there’s nothing better than Caleb’s worship performance. Within seconds of starting to sing, he has the whole crowd clapping along and I couldn’t help but join in. There’s even people raising their hands in praise right along with Caleb. He truly brought God to the stage and took everyone to church. And when he hits those notes at the end, I was in complete awe. This young man has a passion like I’ve never seen before and I sure hope that he keeps that fire alive for the Lord. Who else wants to hear more worship and praise from Caleb? I know I sure do!

As the summertime comes around, the kids are all ready to play and have some fun. There are a lot of great memories made during this time but there can also be hidden dangers that all parents should be aware of. This nightmare became a reality for Tanah Zuniga when her 17-month-old son fell into the family’s above ground pool. It was all captured on a surveillance camera as the little boy and his 2-year-old cousin were able to unlock the door and wander outside. The 2-year-old climbed up the ladder to the pool and his little cousin followed after him. The heart wrenching video shows the small boy going right under the water and his cousin trying to pull him up. But his efforts were not working, so the cousin walked back into the house and alerted the parents. That’s when you see both women rush outside and desperately grab the 17-month-old. "When we pulled him out of the water, he was already gone. He was completely blue. His lips were white. He was not moving. He was not breathing," Tanah said. Tanah’s sister, Karly, had previous CPR training, so she immediately went to work on the baby. Thankfully, he began to cough and breath on his own before the paramedics arrived. The toddler was then rushed to the hospital for additional treatment but was able to make a full recovery. Tanah recalls the moment by saying, "God brought my baby back. I truly believe that.” This is such a scary situation but an important warning for all of the parents out there that pools can be a dangerous risk for young children. Please take the proper precautions to make sure that something like this never happens to your child.

Motivational speaker and Christian Jefferson Bethke receives a lot of questions about God. As a popular speaker, he tries his best to answer them all by going straight to the source, The Bible. He never shies away from the tough topics and he always gives honest and open commentary. It’s definitely refreshing to hear a fellow Christian address some of the topics that come up from time to time. Today, Jefferson is talking about millennials and he’s a little bit frustrated by them. Jefferson considers himself a millennial, so he is not excluding himself in these discussions. There are definitely some things about his own habits that begin to frustrate him. He started the discussion by talking about coffee shops. Years ago, you had to go to the grocery store to get your coffee and now there are shops on every corner. But it seems like some of the specialty stores look down on the chain coffee shops, such as Starbucks or Caribou Coffee. But Jefferson points out that if these larger chains weren’t around, the coffee shop trend wouldn’t even exist. Jefferson draws this comparison with millennials and how they view the older generation, especially in the church community. Sometimes, the younger generation can look down on their predecessors and how they did things such as a ‘stuffy’ church with hymnals and a dress code. But ultimately, these older generations paved the way for us to worship in our own ways. Instead of having a superior attitude and a negative tone, we should be thankful for those that came before us and all they have done.

The talented men of The Virginia Gentlemen never fail to impress with their incredible vocal skills. This a cappella ensemble from The University Of Virginia always pick the most amazing songs to perform. And their voices have a way of coming together in the most perfect way. Today, these gentlemen are performing an incredible medley of classic tunes from from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons at their 65th Anniversary Concert. We’ve all heard these old school tunes and they definitely take you back to a different time. It was truly a different world when these songs were originally released and hearing them brings back some of the best memories of growing up. These a cappella men mashed up some of the best Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons songs and it’s a medley you don’t want to miss. You’ll get to hear some of the classics like ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’ and ‘Walk Like A Man.’ There’s so much talent in this medley that I can’t even pick a favorite moment. I know it must’ve taken a lot of time and practice to perfect this performance but these men pulled it off seamlessly. What an incredible arrangement from Yo Han Hong. These men truly have a gift for singing and performing and I'm so glad that they are sharing that gift with the world. They always seem to pick the perfect covers to showcase their amazing talent and this medley is a great fit. I’m just in awe of this incredible performance. Who else agrees?

Clayton Jennings is a Christian father and motivational speaker. He always tackles the tough topics that can sometimes be hard to discuss. But he approaches these situations from a biblical perspective. Clayton wants everyone to hear the message of God and the receive the gift of eternal life. Today, this speaker is taking on a topic that has come to the forefront of our nation at the current time. As suicide rates continue to rise, we must be vigilant to come to the aid of our friends and neighbors that may be struggling. Sometimes, we may not even know that someone is in pain but it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms associated with depression and anxiety. Clayton decided to make a message for anyone struggling and looking for help. He penned a powerful spoken word titled ‘Please Don’t Kill Yourself’ and it is incredibly moving. It tells the story of someone who went through a period of depression and at the age of 18, tried to end his own life. On the outside everything seemed fine, but on the inside there was pain and suffering. Clayton’s message is that God wants to help you. He wants to stand by your side and silence all of the noise. He will pull you out of the darkness and into His amazing light. You are never alone with God by your side and He is ready and willing to shelter you in His loving arms. This is such a powerful message that is resonating with a lot of hearts around the world. If you or someone you love is suffering from depression, please seek help and know that there is are thousands of people all over the world praying for you.

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The church was called by God to influence the world. But instead, we are in a church age that is being influenced by the world. To reach the world we NEED TO BECOME LIKE JESUS; love what He loves, hate what He hates, do as He did, and give ourselves as He gave Himself.

From the moment she was born, Hattie Montgomery was labeled as 'big.' Even though she was an active child, her eating habits caused her to continue to gain weight. By the time she was in high school, Hattie was over 300 pounds and had been on the receiving end of many bullies and their cruel comments on her looks. “Every day going to school, being kicked, being spit on…it’s just so terribly painful to even go back there. I would frequently come home from school in tears just saying please don’t send me back there.” Hattie turned to food for comfort and her weight continued to grow. At the age of 24, Hattie experienced a devastating incident of sexual assault. A so-called friend left her for days at the home of debtor that he owed money to. Hattie was taken advantage of and that incident left her deeply scarred. Hattie describes the horrific time by saying “I didn’t die but all I wanted to do was die and from that point forward all I did was turn to food because I was so lost and so sad.” Her weight went up to 530 pounds and Hattie barely left the house. One of the only places that she went was to visit her grandparents. During one of these visits, her grandpa said something so simple, but powerful that it completely changed Hattie’s life. The very next day she decided that she wanted to live and turn her life around. Her incredible story of triumph in the face of such devastation is truly an inspiration.

There’s something about watching an entire orchestra come together to seamlessly perform a piece that truly leaves you in wonder. It takes so much time and practice for everyone to perfectly pull off such a number that it never ceases to amaze me. I can’t imagine the number of hours that were spent practicing and how long it took to get each instrument in sync and in perfect harmony with all the others. And one of the most important pieces of an orchestra is the conductor. This person is the leader of all the different sections and they are tasked with keeping time and giving direction. It’s not an easy position and it doesn’t get nearly the recognition it deserves. Just because you are not playing an instrument, does not mean that your position is any less important. When you’re a part of the orchestra, all eyes are on the conductor for cues. These players truly know the conductor’s worth and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks wanted to honor their conductor in a very special way. During a recent performance, they found out that it was the conductor’s birthday. They decided to pull off the ultimate surprise by performing a very special rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ just for their leader. Just watch as he walks to the stage ready to conduct when he is stunned with a musical serenade. The biggest smile breaks across his face and he can’t conceal his happiness in that particular moment. What a special moment all captured on camera. I know this will be a moment that he’ll never forget.

We all fell in love with the bittersweet love story of Joey and Rory Feek and their music. The two singers fell in love and became a popular duo on the country music scene. Sadly, in 2014, Joey was diagnosed with cervical cancer. After fighting an incredible battle for two years, this amazing woman went home to be with the Lord. Before her death, Joey left us with a number of beautiful music performances and videos of herself with her husband and daughter, Indiana. Though she may be gone from this earth, Joey is far from forgotten. Today, her husband Rory is returning to the musical stage to continue to share the gift of song. He's joined by his other two daughters, Heidi and Hope, at the kitchen table as he sings a special rendition of 'Someone You Used To Know.' Rory Feek helped write this song with Tim Johnson in 1998. This tune was recorded by Collin Raye and hit #3 on the country charts. During this acoustic performance, his daughters join in and it's absolutely incredible. Rory has such an amazing story to share and he's always been open about his love, loss and recovery. I'm so glad that he's returning to his roots and honoring Joey's memory in the sweetest way.

When an Animal Control Officer found 10 abandoned ducklings on the side of an expressway, she knew she needed to bring them in for safety. This officer went above and beyond to stop traffic on a busy road to round all 10 of these babies up. That's when the officer decided to drive them all to the South Winds Golf Club where there was a large pond. The golf club has their own pet duck, named Stella, and she recently gave birth to 9 ducklings of her own. As soon as the officer released the abandoned babies into the pond, Stella came swimming over. She swooped in and took the babies right under her wing and led them away. It was such a sweet sight to see her welcome them all with open wings. Who knows what would've happened to these sweet ducks if the officer hadn't of saved them from the freeway. But now, they get to live out their life with a loving new momma and 9 other siblings. This is definitely a happy ending to the story!

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.

Beth Usher was just 5-years-old when she started to experience multiple seizures a day. Sometimes, she would have more than 100 seizures that would cause her to stumble or fall. During this time, the only thing that could comfort Beth was the television show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” For some reason, the voice of Mr. Rogers helped calm Beth down and she would not have any seizures. She started to look at him as an actual friend and not just a TV friend. 2 years later, Beth was diagnosed with a rare brain disease called Rasmussen’s encephalitis. Doctors suggested an intense brain surgery and before the big day, Beth's mother decided to try and reach Mr. Rogers' assistant in hopes of getting a card or picture for Beth. But Mr. Rogers went above and beyond and called Beth right before the surgery. She was able to talk to her friend and share all of her feelings. Then, after surgery, this amazing man came to visit Beth in the hospital and brought along all of his famous puppets. Beth was in a coma but just hearing the voice of her friend and confidant helped her come back to life. Mr. Rogers continued to keep in touch with Beth throughout the years and now she's sharing the touching story. What an incredible man.

Each week we do a devotional geared around one of the fifty states of the USA. This week - our 23rd state - the state of Maine.

StevieRay Hansen Book Release,A Long Journey Home, now available on Amazon.com
Most people will never be rejected by their family, outcast and alone at 14. Most people won’t be threatened, stalked and almost murdered by the mob. Most people will never serve time in a maximum-security prison. But everyone has gone through traumas and devastating disappointments. In this riveting memoir, StevieRay Hansen will lead you through his incredible journey from homeless kid to multimillionaire oilman willing to give a helping hand to other throwaway kids. “I realized that there was a powerful connection between forgiveness and prosperity,” Hansen says. “When I finally forgave my parents from my heart, it seemed as though whatever had blocked prosperity came unplugged. “I plowed money back into the business. I gave large amounts to widows and orphans. I made a startling discovery. I couldn’t give it all away. God kept multiplying it back to me. Forgiveness changed everything

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https://www.amazon.com/Long-Journey-Home-Stevie-Hansen/dp/0692047468/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1528424973&sr=8-1&keywords=a+long+journey+home+Stevie+Ray+Hansen

video based on a Don Cousins message at the Discovery Church in Orlando, FL

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Little Bella wanted to dance in her recital, but she got a terrible case of stage fright and couldn't stop crying. Fortunately, her quick-thinking dad knew just what to do!

He joined her in the wings of the theater where she could see him. Bella calmed somewhat, but it wasn't until her daddy started dancing with her that she was able to relax and enjoy herself! Not only did her daddy, Marc, a successful lawyer, risk personal embarrassment to comfort his two and a half year old, but he did it all while carrying Bella's younger sister, Suri!

Marc shared, “At home [Bella's] always dancing, but on Tuesday, that energy was clearly lacking – she simply wasn’t having any of it. It was definitely instinctive [to jump on stage] and I really didn’t even consider my actions."

That being said, Marc is very cautious about not wanting to take away from attention from the other dancers on their big day. He just wanted to support his own little girl. The crowd loved it and cheered, and the video went viral.

Now, Marc is often kidded when he's in court for his job by everyone from jurors to police officers and magistrates asking him to give a little twirl or other dance moves. Marc's been a good sport about it and likes that his impromptu performance at the dress rehearsal has brought so much joy!