Story Behind

When Dan and Julie McConnel found out they were having twins with Down Syndrome, they nearly gave them up for adoption. But now, they’re so glad they didn’t and feel like they won the lottery!   AND   What started as a family pool party quickly turned into a terrifying event. A 6-year-old boy found 2-year-old twins facedown in the pool, and everyone feared the worst.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/twins-with-down-syndrome-charlie-milo/ https://www.godupdates.com/2-year-old-twins-facedown-pool-6-year-old-rescue/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

For Maria Menounos, pancreatic cancer felt like a death sentence. But miraculously, she survived and knows it’s all because of God.   AND   We have the secret inside the impressive 40-plus-year marriage of Gary Sinise and his wife, Moira Harris.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/maria-menounos-survives-pancreatic-cancer-and-knows-it-was-all-god/ https://www.godupdates.com/gary-sinise-wife-moira-harris/   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

During a hike in Washington State, an author rescued a furry little animal – an American black bear cub – and made a friend in the process.   AND   When the couple, Matt and Jodi Parry, were expecting twins, they were terrified when the doctor turns to them and says, ‘I'm sorry.' But these sweet girls are an absolute blessing!   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/american-black-bear-cub-animal-rescue-story/ https://www.godupdates.com/twins-born-with-down-syndrome-abigail-isobel-parry/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

One father's touching graduation note to his child and the story behind it is likely to cause most to shed a tear or two or three.   AND   Actor Donnie Wahlberg brought Rachael Ray to tears with his kind words on the final episode of her show.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/best-graduation-message-story-behind/ https://www.godupdates.com/donnie-wahlberg-on-rachael-ray-ending-show/   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

People in one Pennsylvania neighborhood came out to say goodbye as a dog took one last walk before leaving for "doggie heaven."   AND   Charlene and Steve Owens, a Florida couple, renew vows after wife receives a prognosis of Bile Duct Cancer, then she's gone.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/dog-goes-for-final-walk-mellow/ https://www.godupdates.com/prognosis-of-bile-duct-cancer-charlene-owens/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The trailblazing TV minister, Pat Robertson of The 700 Club, died at the age of 93 on June 8, 2023. And he left behind a legacy dedicated to spreading the Gospel!   AND   Actor Treat Williams is dead at 71. He lost his life in a motorcycle accident on June 12, 2023. And news of the tragedy left fans and celebrities stunned and heartbroken.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/pat-robertson-the-700-club-dead/ https://www.godupdates.com/treat-williams-dead/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

A South Carolina police officer's attention to detail during a traffic stop resulted in a woman rescued from a man wanted for a shooting.   AND   Four children were rescued following a deadly plane crash in Columbia's Amazon jungle, after spending 40 days in the wilderness.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/south-carolina-police-officer-help-me/ https://www.godupdates.com/plane-crash-in-jungle/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

To ensure veterans were honored rather than forgotten, Duane Bratvold of Lake Tapps, Washington, built what he calls the “Veterans Chair.”    AND   In her now-viral graduation speech, valedictorian Lydia Owens of Woodmont High School in South Carolina reminds grads to find their worth in Jesus.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/veterans-honored-duane-bratvold-veterans-chair/ https://www.godupdates.com/graduation-speech-valedictorian-lydia-owens/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this inspiring short story, a brave homeless man saves a family from a fire.   AND   A young man, Rehan Staton, who overcame many struggles early in life, got accepted to and graduated from Harvard University and has inspired many.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/homeless-man-saves-family-apartment-fire-in-phoenix/ https://www.godupdates.com/rehan-staton-story/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Beloved comedian and actor Robin Williams brought laughter and joy to millions and it turns out, he may have also secretly worked to help many who were struggling.   AND   One man displayed unexpected kindness and love when he voluntarily gave up his first-class seat on an airplane to an elderly woman.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!   https://www.godupdates.com/robin-williams-contract-homeless-rider/ https://www.godupdates.com/first-class-seat-on-plane-act-of-kindness/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.