Story Behind

This Missouri school was renamed after its much-loved and dedicated custodian.   AND   If you have ever put a message in a bottle, you probably wondered where it might end up or who would find it.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/loved-and-dedicated-custodian.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/message-in-a-bottle-26-years-later.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

At 52, Michael Strahan, former NFL star and Good Morning America cohost, has learned some important lessons from his daughter’s cancer journey.   AND   Briar Omar is not only courageous but a hero. This 13-year-old risks his life to save his four sisters from a fire and then the family dog helped save him!    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/michael-strahan-daughter-cancer-free.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/briar-omar-wisconsin-fire.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sisters who were adopted by separate families nearly 40 years ago reunite after DNA tests bring them together.   AND   These two newlyweds found love in their late 90s after meeting at a retirement home.    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!  https://www.godtube.com/blog/adopted-sisters-reunite.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/love-in-their-late-90s.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In Minnesota, two sisters saved their family farm after their father, Perry Altermatt, died in a boating accident.   AND   Elizabeth Francis, the oldest living person in the U.S., passes away at 115 after a long and fruitful life.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/two-sisters-saved-farm.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/elizabeth-francis.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

8-year-old Kayzen Hunter saw a friend in need. And so, he stepped up and came through in a big, big way!   AND   After over 450 days in a shelter, Boone and Rellie find their forever home together.    To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/waiter-at-waffle-house-in-arkansas.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/dogs-find-forever-home.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

After realizing her sick mom didn't have much longer to live, a bride moves her wedding to the hospital chapel to make sure her mother can be by her side.   AND   In the midst of their school bus driver having a medical emergency, brave students Conner Doss and Kane Daugherty came to the rescue.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/bride-moves-wedding-sick-mom.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/bus-driver-having-medical-emergency.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Actor and musician Donny Osmond admits that after more than six decades of performing, he can see the “end of the tunnel.”    AND   A sweet and lovable kitten named Coraline has lost both of her eyes, but her determination, resilience and spirit have inspired many people.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/donny-osmond-career.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/kitten-with-no-eyes.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Most of us expect to find an occasional mouse in the house, but an iguana on a garbage truck?   AND   The legendary Dolly Parton discusses prayer and how she can pray without ceasing.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/iguana-on-a-garbage-truck.html  https://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=E0EFC1NU  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A bride’s dad dropped and fell to the ground during the father-daughter dance, making for a frightening scene, but things lined up perfectly to save his life.   AND   One hardworking 6-year-old in Warwick, Rhode Island, has started his own business—taking on tasks many wouldn’t touch!   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/brad-carver-father-daughter-dance-miracle-story.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/6-year-old-starts-business.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A UPS driver jumped into action when he spotted an elderly woman injured on the ground, and he is now giving God all the glory.   AND   When extreme flooding following Hurricane Helene assaulted parts of North Carolina, one young father risked his own life to save the lives of a couple trapped in the deadly waters.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/raheem-cooper-ups-driver-saves-grandma.html  https://www.godtube.com/blog/young-father-risked-his-life.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.