Christian singer and songwriter Mark Lowry worships the Lord with ‘The Old Rugged Cross.’ This beloved hymn is a favorite by so many all around the world. It’s truly the perfect reminder that God gave everything to give us eternal life.
“On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross
The emblem of suffering and shame
And I love that old cross where the dearest and best
For a world of lost sinners was slain”
Mark Lowry is a talented artist. Over the years, he has been a part of the famed Gaither Vocal Band and even performed Christian comedy. But he is most well known for penning the modern day Christmas classic, ‘Mary Did You Know.’
Today, he is leading us in worship with the iconic words of ‘The Old Rugged Cross’ at Gaither Family Fest 2021.
“So I'll cherish the old rugged cross
Till my trophies at last I lay down
I will cling to the old rugged cross
And exchange it some day for a crown”
I just love hearing these old hymns and hope that they never go out of style. This is such a beautiful way to praise our Lord and I cannot help but sing along.
Galatians 2:20 “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
The United States Navy Band honors our troops with a beautiful rendition of ‘God Bless America.’
This iconic song was written by written by Irving Berlin during World War I. He went on to revise the song before World War II. Over the years, this song has become a symbol of patriotism and love for the United States of America.
“God bless America, land that I love
Stand beside her and guide her
Through the night with the light from above”
Today, The United States Navy Band is belting out these iconic lyrics with Musician 1st Class Danlie Cuenca at the microphone.
“From the mountains to the prairies
To the oceans white with foam
God bless America, my home sweet home”
It’s truly a stunning performance full of hope and pride in our country. On YouTube, The United States Navy Band wrote a heartfelt caption. “To those serving on the front lines at home and abroad, placing nation before self, uniting to keep the land that we love safe and sound. We salute you.”
As our country walks through difficult times, it’s so important to remember the men and women that fight for our freedoms every single day. Past and present, we are so thankful for our military and all of their sacrifices.
As you listen to ‘God Bless America’ be sure to send up an extra prayer for those serving.
Psalm 33:12 “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!”
There is something so encouraging whenever I hear the voices of children. In this high-quality music video, One Voice Children's Choir sings an inspiring rendition of 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough.'
One Voice Children’s Choir is based out of Utah. Their mission is “to inspire the world through the power of children's voices.” This Non-profit believes in making a positive impact through the gift of music. After over a year of a very tall mountain of the coronavirus, this group of excited and talented young people came together to create a music video.
In a time when we felt very distant, this song is an empowering cry of reunion. As life is slowly returning to the old “normal,” we are reminded in the lyrics of this classic song that even the hard times cannot keep us down. This single was originally released by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Ian McCann shares that the song was “Released on April 20, 1967, the song made a disappointing No.19 in the US, though it’s now regarded as a classic.” Even though the single did not climb the charts as high as it was anticipated to, it has made a lasting impact in music history. These kids of different ages, races, and backgrounds joined together making their own joyful noise.
Don't you know that there ain't no mountain high enough
Ain't no valley low enough.
Ain't no river wide enough.
To keep me from gettin' to you baby.
I personally loved the artistic touches of various real-life settings throughout the video. The choir performers were in neighborhoods, walking through downtowns, and then in a stunningly cozy outdoor theater. The videography was top notch and everyone looked like they were having so much fun.
I particularly loved how this choir showed a lot of diversity. It caused me to reflect on Revelation 7:9 which says, “After this, I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands.”
We can learn so many lessons from children. Today I have learned the joy of unity, the gift of reunions, and the celebration of talents in others. I hope that you too can enjoy this incredible work of art by the One Voice Children’s Choir.
Even though we may be divided by language barriers, music unites us all. Portugal discovered an incredible artist recently. In this empowering and emotional video, a judge cries after 'I Dreamed A Dream' audition from a powerhouse vocalist.
Silvia Pinto recently auditioned for Got Talent Portugal in the 2021 season. In a breath-taking performance, Silvia gets into character and brings the audience on a journey. She selected “I Dreamed a Dream” from the popular musical “Les Miserables.” As the music begins and the singer starts her melody, the judges appear mezmorized.
One in particular begins to look personally impacted by the song and as Silvia belts her tune, the judge ends up in tears by the end of the performance. As you watch the audition, it seems to be more than a tryout for this woman. She has put her authentic emotion into the show to the point of finishing her song on her knees. The crowd increasingly supports her with excitement and cheers. By the end of the clip, it is clear that Silvia wins the audience.
Carly-Ann Clements said, “Les Mis, is the stage adaptation of Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel of the same name. The sung-through musical was originally written in French… and staged in 1980.” The character Fantine sang “I Dreamed A Dream” when she lost her job and was left on the streets of France. It is powerful pondering how Silvia herself may have had a road of many broken dreams with her singing career and now she is finally on the stage of an internationally acclaimed show singing her song.
This makes me think about how God is near to us even in our hardships. Scripture says that He is close to the brokenhearted. There is never a place in which He cannot reach us and love us. Psalm 34:18 says “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
It’s been a long day. You have a million things on your mind and a list of things to get at everyone’s favorite store—Wal-Mart. After getting off of work and picking up your kids, you head to the store to get the bare minimum items needed because you live on a shoestring budget. But what would you do if a complete stranger approached you and asked if you would buy him one thing?
One woman discovered it’s more blessed to give than receive after TikToker buys her entire cart after her selfless act of kindness. Video creator Jimmy Darts is known for making crazy videos for his 1.7 million fans on TikTok.
The secret to his success is taking challenges from his viewers and filming them. But Jimmy also teaches his fans about random acts of kindness too. And this is one video you don’t want to miss.
Jimmy approaches a mom who looks weary after a long day of work. When you look at her cart, you’ll see she just has the essentials like laundry detergent and milk. Moms are always on the run to the store for milk! But then, Jimmy approaches her and asks her if she wouldn’t mind buying him a can of Chef Boyardee. Her simple act of kindness to pay less than $3.00 for a can of food blessed her heart.
She took his can of food and without a word, began to pay for it. But then Jimmy tells her why he’s actually there.
He then proceeds to pay for everything in her cart and takes her on a mini shopping spree. Even though Jimmy insisted she get something for herself, she refused and focused on the needs her son had like needing a new booster seat. Her son Abraham got to shop for a few fun toys, too!
If it’s one thing Jimmy knows how to do, it’s blessing people with his kindness in his crazy videos. I’d say, both Jimmy and this mom blessed each other and showed the world how one simple act can make or break a person’s day.
"Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor." Proverbs 21:21
This deaf rescue dog ends up saving lives by inspiring every person he meets to be more accepting of others’ differences.
Even though our brains may be much more complex, we can learn a bunch of valuable lessons from animals. Acceptance can create a world full of love, and Cole the deaf therapy dog teaches children and adults to love one another.
The Facebook page for The Team Cole Project describes the pooch’s mission with, “I may be deaf, but I’m helping people hear that a disability is not an inability; it’s a super power!”
Cole wasn’t always loved himself. As a puppy, he was stuck in a shelter for months because his deafness labeled him as ‘special needs.’ But when Cole’s future human overheard someone refer to the pup as ‘broken,’ the man immediately fell in love because Cole deserved it.
Chris Hannah trained his new partner with sign language and got a therapy dog license. He then brought Cole the Pitbull along with him to work, where he teaches music at an elementary school. Even as an adult I would be super excited to have a dog somewhere they usually aren’t!
Chris teaches the kids about the importance of accepting others’ differences. He tells them about the stigma surrounding Pitbulls while Cole gently loves on every single student. This good boy loves the attention and pets!
Cole is able to show the class that he is not less than any hearing dog. He listens to commands, cuddles, and runs around to play with them.
Chris and Cole now travel to other schools to talk to kids about differences and acceptance. The duo presents complex thoughts in a way that young children can understand.
That’s not Cole’s only vest. He also works as a therapy dog at the NJ Veteran’s Memorial Home and the local hospice. He literally wears different vests for each job!
The Covid restrictions didn’t stop his service. He paraded around the area in his dad’s car so the kids could still see him. He also continued visits at the nursing home and hospice through windows and doors. The positive pup spreads love across his region no matter what!
Cole may not know it, but he is spreading God’s love. We should all strive to be more like Cole.
We love, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, cannot love God whom he hath not seen. And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also. 1 John 4:19-21
Singing ‘Light at the End of the Tunnel,’ family celebrates the end of pandemic with song!
The LeBaron family knows just what to do to celebrate the relief of COVID-19 restrictions and dangers. They sing together and make a silly video! After all, I think everyone could use some smiling and some laughs.
This musical family of five siblings comes from two very talented musicians. Who would’ve thought? Jerry and Denise LeBaron have been happily married for more than 37 years and have created a beautiful and talented family. Their children, in order of oldest to youngest, include Jordan, Heidi, Jayson, Juston, and Landon.
Jordan, Heidi, and Jayson are married with little blessings of their own. Juston recently got married, and Landon is still in school. But having their own busy lives doesn’t keep them from getting together to make music like this!
‘Light at the End of the Tunnel’ was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber for Starlight Express, a British musical that premiered in 1984. The entire cast sang the song as the finale of the show. All of the actors performed the entire show on roller skates because they portrayed trains and cars. How fun!
So, the LeBaron family took a piece of that fun to celebrate the end of this dark year during the pandemic. They filmed miniature trains and rode on a child-sized train, with all of their kids. If this isn’t wholesome, I don’t know what is!
With everyone squeezing onto the tiny train cars, the family cheerfully sings a finale to the pandemic.
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel
The inside might be as black as the night
But there’s a light at the end of the tunnel
Their sister, Heidi, had been living in Japan for two years and finally got to visit, making this performance even more special!
Here’s to finally seeing loved ones again and staying happy and healthy!
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Singing ‘Light at the End of the Tunnel,’ family celebrates end of pandemic with song!
The LeBaron family knows just what to do to celebrate the relief of COVID-19 restrictions and dangers. They sing together and make a silly video! After all, I think everyone could use some smiling and some laughs.
This musical family of five siblings comes from two very talented musicians. Who would’ve thought? Jerry and Denise LeBaron have been happily married for more than 37 years and have created a beautiful and talented family. Their children, in order of oldest to youngest, include Jordan, Heidi, Jayson, Juston, and Landon.
Jordan, Heidi, and Jayson are married with little blessings of their own. Juston recently got married, and Landon is still in school. But having their own busy lives doesn’t keep them from getting together to make music like this!
‘Light at the End of the Tunnel’ was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber for Starlight Express, a British musical that premiered in 1984. The entire cast sang the song as the finale of the show. All of the actors performed the entire show on roller skates because they portrayed trains and cars. How fun!
So, the LeBaron family took a piece of that fun to celebrate the end of this dark year during the pandemic. They filmed miniature trainsets and rode on a child-sized train, with all of their kids. If this isn’t wholesome, I don’t know what is!
With everyone squeezing onto the tiny train cars, the family cheerfully sings a finale to the pandemic.
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel
The inside might be as black as the night
But there’s a light at the end of the tunnel
Their sister, Heidi, had been living in Japan for two years and finally got to visit, making this performance even more special!
Here’s to finally seeing loved ones again and staying happy and healthy!
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A young girl cried happy tears the day she received her official adoption papers.
The young girl’s name is Haley, and Haley encountered a big but pleasant surprise on her birthday. She didn’t know initially, but the day would turn out to be more than a celebration of her life.
Captured on camera, the video showed Haley’s beautiful reaction to news of her long-awaited adoption. Brigitte Fries or “Super Mom,” as Haley called her, handed the papers to the little girl.
Though Brigitte didn’t get the papers to Haley before they asked some very intentional questions.
“Is this why you’ve been talking and saying, ‘Close the door,’ and keep on whispering?” Haley asked Brigitte. The young girl was seated in a chair, camera pointed in her direction, along with the eyes of other relatives standing nearby. The family laughed at her questions, knowing she was about to be in for very good news.
What made this adoption even sweeter was that Brigitte had waited for a long time to get the adoption approved. Her journey lasted a span of five years.
She posted under the video’s description, “We had been pursuing the court system for 5 years to gain permanent custody after a long journey. I filed for adoption and one year later it was approved. The judge put in capital letters that it was in Haley's best interest to be adopted by me, her Step Mom or like she called me Super Mom.”
Haley sat in the chair and was handed a gift bag and balloons by Brigitte. She opened gifts with one hand while holding the balloons in the other. Her hands were quite full! First, there was a stuffed animal. Haley regarded this as “cute.” Then she kept sifting through the bag. Next came a pendant, which the little girl fancied. Her face became visibly emotional as her words grew silent. Then Brigitte handed Haley her birth certificate. Haley was asked to read the document aloud.
Somehow she finished reading before crying, but once she finished the tears flowed. She and Brigitte embraced. How touching!
Clearly, based on this video Haley felt tremendously blessed to officially be their child. The announcement happening on her birthday made the day more special! Brigitte was grateful for the occasion as well.
She posted, “This is the second time I have been blessed with an adoption. I am a Mother of two amazing girls and couldn't be prouder of them both.”
The two-minute video is short in length but quite impactful in its messaging. What a blessing, for God to send you people who want to care for you, nurture, teach, and raise you. And to think, God’s love is ever greater than that. Thankfully, we can at least give a fraction of the love God pours on us.
“We love Him, because He first loved us.” 1 John 4:19
A good samaritan acted instinctively when he jumped in to save a woman from a subway attacker.
This miraculous and unbelievable story took place in New York City. The story is unbelievable in part because a man attacked an innocent woman in front of a crowd. Pedestrians were around standing on the Union Square Subway platform, which is one of the most popular subway stations in the area. However, that particular visit to the station turned out to be anything but ordinary for all those involved and all those who witnessed the incident.
The attack took place slightly after 10 pm when the subway attacker, who wielded a knife, slashed at the poor woman! While he could have easily begun to do more damage to the 54-year-old woman, someone stepped in to help. That someone was Sean Conaboy, who is now being regarded as a hero.
“The moment I saw that knife I decided to run to that spot,” he said in an interview.
In the surveillance footage, we can watch the man approach the woman from behind, Not caught on camera were the woman’s screams. Sean did hear, however, loud and clear.
“Her scream was alarming enough,” he shared, “It was a scream of terror.”
Before being tackled, the perpetrator slashed the woman multiple times and even had her pinned to the ground. His positioning on top of the woman made him an easy tackle for Sean. They wrestled and Sean tried his best to keep the attacker’s knife away from him.
As the good samaritan fought to keep the man off of the woman and himself, others began to join in. They helped Sean pin the attacker down until police arrived.
“If it can happen to her, it can happen to you, and it can happen to me,” Sean acknowledged.
May God bless this man for his heroic endeavors. And may God watch over residents in New York City who have witnessed spikes in violence following efforts to defund the police.
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