The fan-favorite stuttering comedian, Drew Lynch, returns to the America’s Got Talent stage during the championship season. We first met Drew during the tenth season of AGT, back in 2015. This funny guy developed a stutter after a devastating softball injury when he was 23 years old. But that wasn’t going to stop him from following his dream of stand-up comedy.
So, Drew pushed his nerves and anxiety aside to audition for the panel of judges. He immediately earned praise from the audience and judges. Judge Howie Mandel was so impressed with the routine that he pressed the golden buzzer, sending Drew straight to the live shows. This young comedian made it all the way to the finals where he finished in second place, behind ventriloquist Paul Zerdin.
Now, Drew is back for the special edition of the show, America’s Got Talent: The Champions. This special format features 50 contestants who have won or been featured on previous editions of the show. These competitors come from all over the world and now they’re all vying for the ultimate winner’s title.
Once again, Drew earned a standing ovation with his routine about wearing a retainer. Howie had more praise for Drew saying, ‘I can’t tell you how proud I am of you. You are not only a great entertainer, but a great spokesperson and a great example. And I’ve got to tell you something, you have grown by leaps and bounds.’ I’m so glad that Drew was invited back and continues to make us laugh with his unique sense of humor.
After a missing boy is found after days in the forest, experts are sharing tips if your kid find themself lost in the woods. When 3-year-old Casey Hathaway wandered into the woods behind his grandma’s house, the family was in a panic. The weather brought low temperatures and freezing rain, so some feared the worst for Casey. They searched the forest for hours, but could not find the toddler.
Three days passed before a search team found Casey trapped in thorn bushes. It was truly an answer to everyone’s prayers. The young boy was cold, but otherwise in good health. After this terrifying incident, experts are sharing tips for others, in hopes that it will prevent this from happening again. Survival expert Shane Kobel says one of the most important tips is to stay put.
“You’re now keeping the same distance and/or eliminating the distance, starting to decrease the distance from that search team. If you continue to move, you could be gaining distance from them.”
Also, let you children know about insulation. Utilizing your surroundings, such as leaves and other debris can help keep you warm in frigid conditions. Shane reminds us that you can climb into a pile of leaves or even stuff them into your clothes for added warmth.
While we hope we never have to use these skills, it’s always important to remind the younger ones around us of the dangers and tips for survival. These simple facts could be the difference between life or death when lost in the woods.
After a missing boy is found after days in the forest, experts are sharing tips if your kid find themself lost in the woods. When 3-year-old Casey Hathaway wandered into the woods behind his grandma’s house, the family was in a panic. The weather brought low temperatures and freezing rain, so some feared the worst for Casey. They searched the forest for hours, but could not find the toddler.
Three days passed before a search team found Casey trapped in thorn bushes. It was truly an answer to everyone’s prayers. The young boy was cold, but otherwise in good health. After this terrifying incident, experts are sharing tips for others, in hopes that it will prevent this from happening again. Survival expert Shane Kobel says one of the most important tips is to stay put.
“You’re now keeping the same distance and/or eliminating the distance, starting to decrease the distance from that search team. If you continue to move, you could be gaining distance from them.”
Also, let you children know about insulation. Utilizing your surroundings, such as leaves and other debris can help keep you warm in frigid conditions. Shane reminds us that you can climb into a pile of leaves or even stuff them into your clothes for added warmth.
While we hope we never have to use these skills, it’s always important to remind the younger ones around us of the dangers and tips for survival. These simple facts could be the difference between life or death when lost in the woods.
James and Oliver move one judge to tears with their brotherly contemporary dance. Even though these two young men are not related, they share a beautiful bond. James and Oliver are both talented dancers with a dream of making it big. Together, they are taking their skills to the big stage as they compete on The Greatest Dancer.
This new show follows dancers of all ages and genres as they compete for prize money and the chance to appear on Strictly Come Dancing. At first, the dancer is hidden behind a wall. As they start to perform, the audience is given the chance to vote on the audition. If more than 75 percent of the audience likes the dancer, the mirrored-wall will open and the dancer moves on to the next round.
Just watch as the boys start to dance to the popular song ‘7 Years Old’ by Lukas Graham. They move in perfect synchronicity as they portray a brotherly relationship. This performance was so powerful, in fact, that it had judge Matthew Morrison wiping away the tears. After the successful routine, he said, “I found myself obviously just really really moved by that. I’m an only child but I always wished I had an older, just a brother in general. The camaraderie you have with each other, I know you guys aren’t related, but it was so beautiful to watch.”
These two young boys certainly have a talent for dance and this is just the beginning of their journey. Who else is going to be watching for their next performance?
A family affair My husband to be proposed to me after five wonderful years using a banner in sign language I am DEAF he is hearing we will be married in November.
It wasn't easy, but I challenged my fears at the Palisades Mall obstacle course climb and I learned a few things about myself that I could apply to life. By Motivational Speaker Kamal Imani
A powerful reminder that we can never run so far away from God that he won't welcome us back with arms wide open. Are you willing to come home? You must listen to this message from Jay Lowder of Jay Lowder Harvest Ministries.
It was a moment full of emotion when an 11-year-old boy is rescued from frozen pond. Every winter season, we hear terrifying stories of people falling through ice. For many people living in cold areas, this can hit all too close to home. As temperatures continue to drop, it's important to remember how dangerous these areas can become.
If you live or play near a body of water, ice can form over top of these areas. But if the ice is too thin, trying to move across it can lead to cracks and falling to the freezing waters below. That’s exactly what happened to this young boy who fell through the ice in Naperville, Illinois. After he fell into the pond, the 11-year-old’s feet became stuck in the mud. He was at risk for exposure when first responders arrived on the scene.
Thankfully, they were able to pull him to safety using a rope and floatation device. The young boy was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. Sadly, this type of situation is far too common and happens to humans and animals, alike. If you live in a colder climate where ice may form on ponds, please be aware of your surroundings and look out for others. And if you find yourself in this terrifying situation, some of the biggest things to remember are to control your breathing and do not panic.
If you can start to kick and pull onto the ice, you can climb out of the chilling water. While I hope none of us ever has to use these tips in real life, it's still a safety reminder that we should all listen to.
Dove award-winning artist, David Crowder, releases a ‘Red Letters’ acoustic performance. This popular single, from his newest album “I Know A Ghost,” shares the narrative of God’s plan of rescue for believers as it’s told throughout the Bible. From the earliest moments, God had a plan in place to lead the world to His Son.
“Then I read the red letters
And the ground began to shake
The prison walls started falling
And I became a free man that day”
Crowder is known for worship anthems such as “How He Loves” and “O Praise Him”. “Red Letters” tells the path of those in sin, “Hell was my destiny,” instead saved by the Holy Spirit and given new life in Christ. When we hand it all over to God, we are awakening a whole new feeling within ourselves.
“Felt like lightning hit my veins
My dead heart began to beat
Breath of God filled my lungs
And the Holy Ghost awakened me
Yeah, the Holy Ghost awakened me”
This acoustic performance truly gives this powerful song even more emotion. The words remind us that no matter our sin, God is always there waiting to bring us home. God will rescue us over and over again. His never-ending grace and love knows no bounds and that is such a blessing to behold.
Romans 10:9-10 “If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.”
Anthem Lights member Chad Graham performs an incredible Mary Poppins Returns medley. This talented singer takes all of our favorite songs from the Disney sequel and gives them his own special touch. Chad’s voice is an amazing compliment to the catchy lyrics of these songs.
Mary Poppins Returns continues to story of the Banks family. When the beloved Disney character, Mary Poppins returns to help the family once again, she also brings some new songs. One of those catchy tunes is ‘The Place Where Lost Things Go’ performed in the movie by actress Emily Blunt.
“Do you ever lie
Awake at night
Just between the dark
And the morning light
Searching for the things
You used to know
Looking for the place
Where the lost things go”
Today, we get to hear Chad’s unique spin on this song and other tunes from the feature film. Once the familiar music started, I found myself smiling from the beginning all the way to the end. This talented vocalist always finds the perfect songs to share with the world, whether it is our favorite Christian anthems or those nostalgic childhood tunes we all know and love.
If you have seen the new movie, you will probably agree that it is going to become a classic. And the music is by far the best part. What a lovely way to pay tribute to this amazing film and showcase some incredible talent. Have you seen Mary Poppins Returns? What is your favorite song from the films?
It was a heart-pounding situation when first responders stepped in to rescue a horse trapped in dumpster. Rodeo the Horse found himself in a terrifying ordeal when he slipped out of his stable in Huntington Beach, California. From there, he stepped off of a platform that was lined with dumpsters. Because each of the dumpsters had lids overtop, Rodeo assumed that they were solid. However, when he stepped onto one of the large bins, he fell right through. Rodeo was instantly trapped in the dumpster with no way to get out on his own.
Thankfully, there were other people around during the incident and they immediately called the authorities. But removing the horse from the dumpster wasn’t going to be simple. Firefighters had to use a harness system to lift Rodeo up and out of the bin and entire process took over 2 hours to complete. During this time, horse lovers in the area united to make sure that Rodeo remained calm during the whole ordeal. They offered him gentle pets and encouraging words so he would not panic. One reporter commented on the situation by saying, “There was a lot that could have gone wrong. This horse could have gotten seriously hurt. Thankfully, thanks to first responders, it’s okay.”
This is definitely an unusual situation for everyone involved but I’m so glad that Rodeo was safely removed without injury. Even though this isn’t something these first responders see everyday, they did not hesitate to take action and save this majestic animal.
Football player Clint Gresham shares his testimony of finding and knowing God. Most people know Clint as a NFL long snapper. He started his professional career in 2010, but sports have always been a huge part of Clint’s life.
Growing up, he describes the struggles that he had with mental health and anxiety. And while this athlete believed in God, he wasn’t quite sure if God believed in him. “I had grown up knowing about God. I believed that God loved me, I wasn’t sure if God liked me. I thought that it was based on my performance and how good I was doing that day.”
Clint goes on to share in his I Am Second testimony that he felt weak due to his mental struggles, but sports made him feel strong. That was an addicting feeling that he felt compelled to chase. But even winning The Super Bowl didn’t give Clint the freeing feeling that he thought would come. He still felt weighted down by his inner struggle, but afraid to tell others for fear of their judgments.
“You would never tell somebody that has cancer, ‘If you were just a little stronger, you wouldn’t be having this disease.’ But we kind of do that with people battling addiction or mental health problems,” Clint remarked. That’s when this football star truly handed it over to God and he experienced a full turnaround. God loves us inside and out. He is always there to help us through the good times and the bad. He can guide us through our struggles and take us to new light. No matter your battles, let this testimony be a reminder that God is the constant that will always take us home.
Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity.
A heart-wrenching video shows doctors and nurses lining the hall of a hospital in Mexico. The hospital staff honors brain-dead baby girl named Alondra Torres Arias. The poor girl, who succumbed to pneumonia, is making the ultimate sacrifice to bring hope to other sick children.
Alondra Torres Arias wasn’t even 2 years old when pneumonia hit her hard. Her little body just couldn’t fight off the illness and doctors eventually declared her brain-dead.
That’s when Alondra’s parents selflessly decided to donate their little girl’s organs to help other children battling life-threatening illnesses.
Alondra’s mom, Jenni Barraza, recalls the heartache of saying goodbye in an emotional post on social media.
“I talked to her and kissed her until the last minute,” Jenni said. “I have the great comfort of having helped save 3 babies, the death of my girl was not in vain… There are families suffering, there are mothers in the agony of waiting for a miracle, of an opportunity.”
Moved by this family’s sacrifice, the doctors and nurses of the hospital in Mexico formed a “guard of honor.” It was a moving tribute to the baby organ donor.
Just watch as doctors and nurses line the halls of the hospital. They all somberly bow their heads and pray as attendants wheel Alondra’s hospital crib to the operating room.
It wasn’t something Alondra’s parents were expecting. And the heartfelt tribute radiated the love of Jesus into such a dark time.
“I never walked more proud and with my head high,” Jenni recalled on Facebook. “For me the hardest thing just begins. I will always be very grateful to those who did so much for us.”
Credit: GodUpdates
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