Story Behind

The actor who played Fred Mertz in the widely known sitcom I Love Lucy was often seen doing a particular thing – stuffing his hands into his pockets. William Frawley, the actor for this character had a good reason for doing so, but it wasn't for the comedy.ANDSeeing conjoined twins Abby and Brittany now makes for one of the best positive news stories out there! God created Abby and Brittany Hensel so special. While these sisters share one body, they are absolutely two unique souls, each with their own individual gifts from the Lord.To see photos and videos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godupdates.com/conjoined-twins-abby-and-brittany-now/https://www.godupdates.com/actor-who-played-fred-mertz-story-behind/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Bindi Irwin’s baby girl has arrived. And she and her husband, Chandler Powell, chose a special name in honor of Bindi’s late father, Steve Irwin.ANDLacey Buchanan has been asked a question most mothers never expect to hear. After learning of her son's disabilities, people have wondered, and even asked Lacey, why she decided to keep him instead of aborting. Lacey has an answer for each of these questions.To see photos and videos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godupdates.com/bindi-irwin-baby-born-chandler-powell/https://www.godupdates.com/christian-and-lacey-buchanan-story/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Hillarie Galazka, a heroic mom, died saving her twins during a car crash when she used her own body to shield them from the impact. And her selfless sacrifice goes to show a mother’s love knows no bounds!ANDImagine this, a man trapped at sea for over half a day. He survives by latching on to a buoy, holding on for his life, and hoping to be rescued.To see photos and videos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates!https://www.godupdates.com/trapped-at-sea-vidam-perevertilov-story/https://www.godupdates.com/mom-died-saving-twins-hillarie-galazka/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Orphaned at sea at just 11 years old, Terry Jo Duperrault's story is not for the faint of heart. In fact, it took over 50 years before she was ready to share her horrific experience publicly. But in bravely doing so with the book "Alone: Orphaned on the Ocean," she's given purpose to all of the pain she's overcome. And Terry Jo Duperrault now wants her unbelievable survival story to be a message of hope to encourage other hurting souls!ANDRealizing his time on earth was coming to an end, Texas dad Charles Torres made a video to say goodbye. He told his family just how much he loved them and then he was gone.To see photos and videos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates:https://www.godupdates.com/video-to-say-goodbye-charles-torres/https://www.godupdates.com/orphaned-at-sea-terry-jo-duperrault-now/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Crystal Sauser’s funny obituary goes viral after she honors her late husband, Eric Sauser, with the type of humor she knew he’d appreciate.ANDOne middle school principal helped out a student that was feeling insecure after a recent haircut. This is one heartwarming story that will remind you just how much some people do in our schools to make students feel loved and cared for.To see videos and photos referenced this episode, visit GodUpdates!Middle School Principal Dug Deeper When Boy Refused To Take His Hat Off In Class: https://www.godupdates.com/middle-school-principal-haircut/Wife’s Funny Obituary for Husband Goes Viral For All The Right Reasons: https://www.godupdates.com/funny-obituary-goes-viral-eric-sauser/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

11-year-old Makayla Villatoro should have been celebrating her twelfth birthday. Instead, her grieving mom is pleading with parents everywhere to dig deeper when their kids say “I’m ok.”ANDSome may not realize, but blue bathing suits for kids is a bad idea. In fact, avoiding blue bathing suits can save a child's life!To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates!Grieving Mom Begs Parents To Push Past ‘I’m OK’ After Losing Her 11-Year-Old Daughter: https://www.godupdates.com/grieving-mom-plea-makayla-villatoro/Scary Image Shows Why Parents Need to Use Caution When Choosing Bathing Suits For Kids: https://www.godupdates.com/blue-bathing-suits-for-kids-warning/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

One dad fights for his daughter after losing her to adoption. And get this – the adoption happened without his consent.ANDWhen her dad stood her up for the father-daughter school dance, 7-year-old Skylar Hamerter was heartbroken. But that’s when her big brother stepped up and saved the day in this inspirational short story!To see videos and photos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates!Devoted Dad Fights For Daughter After Mom Puts Her Up For Adoption Without His Permission: https://www.godupdates.com/dad-fights-for-daughter-christopher-emanuel/Girl Crushed When Dad’s A No-Show for Father-Daughter School Dance So Brother Steps In: https://www.godupdates.com/father-daughter-school-dance/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

After a fatal interstate pile-up left a Texas nurse pinned between multiple tractor-trailer trucks, she began to wonder whether she would be able to escape the car where she was now trapped, but after a kind stranger found and freed her, her first instinct was to go straight to work.ANDA tragic school bus accident in New York left one 6-year-old boy dead and his heartbroken family in desperate need of prayers.To see videos and photos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates:Nurse Emerges From Interstate Pile-Up That Ended 6 Lives And Heads Straight To Work: https://www.godupdates.com/interstate-pile-up-hero-nurse/Family Is In Desperate Need Of Prayers After 6-Year-Old Dies in Tragic School Bus Accident: https://www.godupdates.com/school-bus-accident-6-year-old/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Once hidden, a secret attic room surprises a man named David J. Whitcomb when he discovers what's inside.ANDAfter hearing about an Amber Alert in Minnesota, a woman named Barbara Gusse played a vital role in the rescue of a 1-year-old boy. But in this positive news story, the observant woman insists she’s not a hero, just a grandma!To see photos and videos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates!Vigilant Grandma Spots Vehicle From Amber Alert In Minnesota And Saves A 1-Year-Old Boy: https://www.godupdates.com/amber-alert-minnesota-hero-grandma/Man Spots Something Odd About Ceiling And Stumbles Into Secret Attic Room Full Of Treasures: https://www.godupdates.com/secret-attic-room-david-j-whitcomb/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When it comes to Bette Midler songs, ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ is undeniably one of her biggest hits. But now, the renowned singer says she’s preparing to “fade away.” And so, she’s opening up about nearly passing on one of her most iconic tunes, as well as calling out a few songs she regrets ever recording.ANDSuspicions arose after two sanitation workers noticed a car parked in an unusual location while they were on their typical trash route. And when they realized the car matched the description of one mentioned in a recent amber alert, they sprung into action!To see videos and photos associated with this episode, visit GodUpdates!2 Sanitation Workers Notice Something’s Not right And Save A 10-Year-Old Girl: https://www.godupdates.com/sanitation-workers-save-girl/Ready To ‘Fade Away’, Bette Midler Talks Songs She Regrets And 1 Hit She Almost Turned Down: https://www.godupdates.com/bette-midler-songs-wind-beneath-my-wings/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.