Bob Carlisle's 'Butterfly Kisses' has become a staple at weddings throughout the years. This touching song from a father to a daughter always gets a tear or two when it's played. Today, we take a look back at the sweet story behind this iconic song and meet the girl who inspired it all. There are daughters all over the world who will always hold this song special in their heart.
When this man spotted a turtle in need, he knew he had to step in and help. This stranger jumped into the water and pulled the tangled turtle onto his boat. The turtle had became caught in the trash from a plastic balloon. Thankfully, this man was able to cut him free and return him to the ocean. God bless this Good Samaritan.
Cathleen was always confident in herself, just not as much with her body. She never thought of 'fat' being a bad thing, but she knew the world wanted her to think it was. So she started 'Fat Girls Dancing' to inspire other plus sized women to love themselves and the body the have! And when you hear how she and her crew are redefining beauty and encouraging others you'll be inspired. Beauty does not fit into a mold and we shouldn't try to either!
When a toddler fell down into a large pipe and was trapped, rescuers were at a loss on how to save him. The way the young boy fell made it basically impossible for them to just lower him the rope and have him wrapped it around himself. Someone needed to go into the pipe and grab the toddler. Sadly, the pipe was so small that none of the men could fit so his family looked on in despair as everyone tried to find a solution. That's when one brave young boy stepped up and offered to risk his own life and safety to rescue the toddler. I was holding my breath as I watched them lower him down and then rapidly try to get the two out. Thankfully, this toddler survived all in part to some brave men and a special young man.
Because He Lives' is one of my favorite hymns. And I just love when this woman sits at a piano in the restaurant and starts to play this amazing hymn. This takes me back to the old days of singing hymns like this in the pew at church. Amen!
These guys were out on a boat capturing the ocean when they noticed a humpback whale about to surface. As whales come to the surface they blow water out of their blowhole. These guys had their camera rolling when this majestic creature surfaced and blew a rainbow out of its blowhole. What an incredible thing they captured!
Ron Belcher was in his mobile home with his two dogs when a tornado hit wrecking his home. Ron survived but was rushed to the hospital where he was recovering. But Ron's heart was still broken thinking his two dogs died in the tornado. That's when his incredible nurses reached out found his dogs and reunited them! And when you see Ron's face when his beloved dogs walked in, you'll be overwhelmed with joy. What a beautiful reunion.
Peter Hollens always amazes us with his incredible vocal talent. Today, he's using those skills to take on the classic Lion King song 'Circle Of Life.' Just listen at this a cappella rendition he performs with help from Tony Glausi. It's so amazing the sound that can result from just the human voice.
This sweet 92-year-old widow has lived alone for 27 years. She was lonely and her family tried to figure out a way to give her some company. After some time, they came up with the greatest idea, a puppy of her very own. And when you see this super sweet widow and her giant snuggly best friend your heart will fill with love! These two even go to church together. How sweet is that?
Jefferson Bethke and his wife, Alyssa, are motivational speakers and outspoken Christians. Today, they tackle the topic of marriage and compatibility. Do 2 people need to be compatible to be married? This couple doesn't think so and they back up their reasoning. What do you think?
This Memorial Day, we encourage you to slow down and think about those that carried us. This powerful reminder will ensure that the sacrifices our heroes made will not be in vain. Never forgot these men and women.
This young girl stunned all the judges with her incredible opera audition on Arab's Got Talent. I can't believe that such a big voice came from such a little girl. We will definitely be seeing more of this talent in the future. Wow!
Jamie Lee Harrison was about to give up on his dream of becoming a singer. He'd been trying for years to make it and he was losing hope, but his mom encouraged him to keep going. She knew he had a gift and had to keep trying, so he signed up for Britain's Got Talent. And when you hear his powerful and emotional audition of REM's 'Everybody Hurts' you'll be moved. His reaction when he gets a standing ovation will make you smile!
Jess Cass is a talented 14-year-old singer. And when she sits in the car and belts out 'What A Beautiful Name' with her dad, you will be absolutely amazed. I'm so glad she's using this gift to glorify our Lord. Amen!
This bride was about to start her wedding toast when she asked some of her groom's friends to come join them at the front. James is a police officer and so are the men who stepped up to surround him as she started her toast. Then she started to talk about the sacrifice these men makeand how they put their lives on the line each and every shift. This toast is truly like nothing I have ever heard, and it is absolutely beautiful. God bless the great men and women who put on that uniform!
Granddaughter, Ellery, prayed with her dad at bedtime after April, our church Youth Group leader and also professional photographer, went to be with the Lord. She had cancer.
Country singer Keith Urban maintains dual citizenship in the U.S. and Australia. But in all his time in America, he's never sang The National Anthem live. Now, Keith is taking his turn with this iconic song and he definitely knocked it out of the park. I hope we hear this a lot more!
In this powerful McDonald's ad, a young boy yearns to learn more about his father, who passed away earlier. So each day, he would ask his mother for details on his dad's life but he could never find a shared connection. Finally, one day at lunch he finds the answer he's been looking for and it will tug at every single heartstring.
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