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Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, is experiencing a remarkable baby boom, with 17 labor and delivery nurses expecting babies of their own. Some are first-time moms, while others are growing their families alongside close friends and coworkers, including two nurses who trust each other so deeply that one plans to have the other help deliver her baby. Listen For: How hospital staff gradually discovered 17 labor and delivery nurses were pregnant at the same time The special bond between nurses Maddie and Rileigh, who started working together on the same day Why Rileigh wants her best friend and fellow nurse to help deliver her baby The joy of caregivers who spend their careers welcoming babies now preparing to welcome their own To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/17-labor-delivery-nurses-expecting-babies.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/army-black-hawks-rescue-campers-missouri-floods.html Tags: 17 pregnant nurses, labor and delivery nurses, hospital baby boom, pregnancy story, expecting mothers, babies, joy and hope 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.

California dad Jordan Stannard lost his left leg after pushing his 2-year-old daughter, Sadie, to safety moments before an oncoming pickup truck struck him. Despite serious injuries and hours of daily physical therapy, the father of two is determined to recover, return to an active life, and pursue his goal of running the 2027 Los Angeles Marathon. Listen For: The split-second decision Jordan made to save his 2-year-old daughter from the oncoming truck How the crash changed his life and led to the amputation of his left leg Jordan’s determination to get back to holding, playing with, and caring for his daughters The outpouring of support helping his family face rehabilitation, housing needs, and recovery To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/dad-is-recovering-after-brave-rescue-saves-daughter-from-oncoming-truck.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/gold-star-moms-honor-sons-by-remembering-fallen-service-members-across-europe.html Tags: dad saves daughter, father saves child, heroic dad, family rescue story, everyday heroes, inspiring recovery, fatherhood 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.

Brooklyn Dotson was given just three days to live before receiving a life-saving liver transplant from 10-year-old organ donor Michael Waters, who died in a car accident. Decades later, Brooklyn’s connection to Michael’s family became an extraordinary love story when her childhood friendship with his younger brother, Noah, blossomed into romance and marriage, a journey their families see as evidence of God’s hand at work. Listen For: How 10-year-old Michael’s decision to become an organ donor saved Brooklyn’s life The childhood friendship between Brooklyn and Michael’s younger brother, Noah How their friendship eventually grew into an unexpected love story Why Brooklyn calls herself a “walking, living, breathing miracle” and hopes to honor Michael’s legacy To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/woman-marries-organ-donors-brother-after-transplant.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/wife-donates-kidney-firefighter-husband.html Tags: organ donor love story, liver transplant, organ donation, miracle story, answered prayer, faith story, God’s timing 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.

California high school sophomore Mark Moon went into sudden cardiac arrest during band class, prompting school staff to spring into action with CPR, an AED, and a coordinated emergency response. The AED shocked Mark’s heart back into rhythm, and after receiving further treatment at the hospital, he says he is grateful to be recovering and getting back to normal. Listen For: The frightening moment Mark collapsed during band class How a school nurse, resource officer, and other staff members worked together to save his life The crucial role CPR and an AED played in getting Mark’s heart beating again Mark’s gratitude for the school staff who gave him and his family more time together To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/school-saves-students-life.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/rents-out-a-movie-theater.html Tags: student cardiac arrest, school staff save student, AED saves life, CPR, everyday heroes, life-saving response, gratitude 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.

A group of kids paddleboarding in Vermilion, Ohio, helped rescue Sugar, an injured dog who had been missing for days after being thrown from a vehicle during a terrifying rollover crash. Ten-year-old Maverick Sharon spotted Sugar trapped among rocks along the shoreline, setting off a rescue involving his family, police, firefighters, and other first responders that ultimately brought the beloved dog safely home. Listen For: How Sugar disappeared into the woods after being thrown from a vehicle in a rollover crash The moment 10-year-old Maverick spotted the missing dog trapped along the rocky shoreline How the kids, police, firefighters, and community worked together to rescue Sugar The special way all 12 young rescuers were honored for their compassion and quick thinking To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/hero-kids-save-dog-after-car-crash.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/retired-army-soldier-reunites-with-her-military-dog.html Tags: kids rescue dog, missing dog rescue, animal rescue story, everyday heroes, kindness, community heroes, dog survives car crash 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.

Alabama firefighter and paramedic Justin Ramsey helped save newborn baby John after the infant had gone nearly 10 minutes without breathing, finally opening his eyes and taking a breath during the ambulance ride. Months later, the first responder reunited with the healthy, smiling baby in an emotional moment that gave him the rare chance to see the beautiful ending to a life-saving emergency call. Listen For: The early-morning emergency call that brought first responders to baby John How Justin Ramsey helped the newborn breathe again after a terrifying medical emergency The emotional reunion between the firefighter and the baby whose life he helped save Why seeing John healthy and smiling meant so much to a first responder who rarely gets to see what happens next To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/first-responder-sees-baby-he-saved.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/firefighter-comes-home-after-explosion.html Tags: first responder saves baby, firefighter saves baby, baby rescue, everyday heroes, miracle story, answered prayer, faith and hope 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.

Kermit and Betty Eastman, both 99, celebrated an incredible 80 years of marriage after a love story that began as teenagers in Minnesota and endured Kermit’s World War II service. After raising generations of family together, the couple says the secret to their long marriage is simple: honesty, no secrets, and continuing to choose each other through every season. Listen For: How Kermit and Betty’s love story began when they were young neighbors Kermit’s survival of a World War II kamikaze attack while serving in the U.S. Navy How the high school sweethearts built a family across eight decades of marriage Their simple advice for a lasting marriage rooted in honesty and commitment To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godtube.com/blog/couple-celebrates-80th-anniversary.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/drive-in-proposal.html Tags: 80 years of marriage, long marriage, marriage advice, high school sweethearts, lasting love, Christian marriage, faith and family 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.

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.

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.

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.