Christian artist Matthew West made one couple’s night when he serenaded them at a recent concert. West is a popular musician known for his worship songs such as ‘Forgiveness’ and ‘Hello, My Name Is.’ His songs have touched hearts all around the world and that’s exactly what happened when Lisa and Alan heard his single ‘More.’
“I love you more than the sun
And the stars that I taught how to shine
You are mine and you shine for me too
I love you
Yesterday
And today
And tomorrow
I'll say it again and again
I love you more”
After hearing these loving words, the engaged couple knew they wanted to dance to that song on their wedding day. Alan wanted to surprise Lisa, so he contacted Matthew West through Facebook and asked hi about recording a special version of the song for the big day. Well, West went above and beyond the request and actually invited the couple on stage during one of his concerts. That’s when he began to serenade them with the words of ‘More.’
“Just a face in the city
Just a tear on a crowded street
But you are one in a million
And you belong to me
And I want you to know
I'm not letting go
Even when you come undone”
Together, Lisa and Alan shared a dance on stage to their own unique version of the beautiful song. I think this is exactly what Alan was looking for when he wanted a rendition of ‘More’ that Lisa would always remember.
This tiny baby is overjoyed to see 2 of Mommy. There’s no doubt that children are truly a gift from God. These precious babes start as infants and gradually turn into little people with their own unique personalities. And along with those personalities come a lot of hilarious moments. This little guy is discovering the wonders of technology and it’s beyond sweet.
As he lies next to his mom, she holds the camera on her phone out in front of them. With the screen turned towards them, the baby can see himself and his mom on the phone. That’s when he discovers that there is a Mommy beside him and another in front. His innocent eyes immediately light up and he cannot hide his smile. What a moment to discover that there is more of this amazing woman in his life.
I just love how he continues to switch his head from the mom beside him and the one on the screen. The joy on his face is truly contagious and the rest of the world seems to agree. This viral video has accrued over 18 million views on Facebook and it’s continuing to grow.
Psalm 127:3-5 “3 Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. 4 Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. 5 Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.”
This bride is taking her wedding photos alone after an alleged drunk driver took her fiancé’s life. Jessica Padgett and Kendall Murphy were all set to wed on September 29, 2018 but tragedy struck and everything changed.
On November 10, 2017, Kendall, a volunteer firefighter, was killed while assisting a car crash victim. The driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol. On what would have been her wedding day, Jessica’s mother set up a photo shoot for her daughter in order to honor Kendall and help her heal.
Jessica donned her wedding dress and took portraits in front of her would-be-husband’s grave.
If these moments were enough to bring on the tears, the entire wedding party decided to show up and support this brave woman. Together, they took pictures to capture the special day. Members of the community even wrote letters to Jessica. There were enough for her to read a new one every single day for six months.
After the images were posted online, the story quickly went viral with people from all over the world expressing their sympathy and condolences. “Thank you everyone for making my wedding day special even though I didn’t get to marry the man of my dreams,” Jessica wrote.
While this day was not like anything she had planned, this bride will certainly remember it for the rest of her life. It’s amazing to see so many friends and family come together to support Jessica during this difficult time. We are all praying for this bride.
One woman stuns the judges with her rendition of ‘Never Enough’ during The Voice UK blind auditions. 24-year-old Nicole Dennis is quickly becoming a favorite to win the entire competition after her incredible audition. Nicole confidently stepped up to the microphone and never waivered as she began to sing.
Just listen as she belts out the words to the popular tune ‘Never Enough’ from The Greatest Showman. This song is quickly becoming an instant classic and once you hear Nicole’s rendition, you’ll understand exactly why.
“All the shine of a thousand spotlights
All the stars we steal from the nightsky
Will never be enough
Never be enough
Towers of gold are still too little
These hands could hold the world but it'll
Never be enough
Never be enough
For me”
Nicole quickly turned the judges around as she perfectly hit every single note. And when she reached the chorus, the whole crowd was cheering. This talented artist is no stranger to the stage. She is currently performing on the West End in a production of Dreamgirls. It is very fitting that she ended up selecting Jennifer Hudson, star of the Dreamgirls film, as her coach. With an amazing voice and an award-winning coach, Nicole is definitely a contender in this competition.
It is only week one of The Voice UK but there is already a star on the horizon and I cannot wait to see what Nicole performs next. Who else is looking forward to more blind auditions like this one?
the original. 85-year-old Patricia May Johnson was devastated when she lost her beloved engagement diamond. Patricia injured her hand at her nursing home and her fingers became too swollen to wear her rings. She placed them in her jewelry box, but soon after they went missing.
When Christmas rolled around, Patricia’s husband, Don, asked his daughter to take him shopping for a replacement engagement ring and wedding band. So they wrapped up the precious gift and waited until it was time to exchange presents. With the camera rolling, Patricia opens up the package.
At first, she’s in disbelief and even thinks it may be a gift from the dollar store. But when she realizes that this is a real ring from a nice jeweler, she immediately covers her mouth in awe. That is when the tears started to flow from everyone in the room.
This couple has been married for 67 years and their love for each other shines through. Even though a ring does not define their relationship, the gesture of replacing this special item was an incredibly thoughtful moment.
In this day and age, it is rare for a couple to be together for this long and it is even more rare for them to still be so in love. What a touching moment from such a beautiful couple. Who else hopes for a relationship like Patricia and Don?
The talented Tenebrae choir performs a hauntingly beautiful rendition of ‘Miserere mei, Deus’ in the oldest church in London. St Bartholomew the Great, also known as St. Bart’s, provided the backdrop for this incredible performance. The ancient church was founded in 1123 and still remains a staple for tourists and locals in the United Kingdom today.
This stunning location was the perfect fit for the Tenebrae choir and their most recent arrangement. This award-winning ensemble is known all around the world for their impeccable performances and unique sound. Under the direction of Nigel Short, this choir has received praise for this vocal arrangements and moving concerts.
Today, they are belting out a flawless rendition of Gregorio Allegri's ‘Miserere mei, Deus.’ ‘Miserere mei, Deus’ means ‘Have mercy on me, O God’ in Latin. This beautiful composition was penned in the 1630s as a setting of Psalm 51. It was to be performed solely at the Sistine Chapel during Holy Week. As years passed, the ban was lifted and the chilling song was heard worldwide.
Now, this critically acclaimed choir is putting their own spin on this classic and it’s beyond beautiful. From the very first note, you could tell that this was going to be a performance like no other. The vocal range and talent from Tenebrae is absolutely incredible. And when they hit those high notes with ease, I was in complete awe. What perfect scenery to surround this multi-talented choir. Who else is looking forward to hearing more from this special group?
Sara and her dog, Hero, return to the America’s Got Talent stage for another shot at winning the title. When we first met Sara Carson and her beloved collie, they were auditioning for the 12th season of America’s Got Talent.
Carson is a dog trainer who was living out of her car trying to make a living doing what she loved. When she received ‘no’ votes from the judges, Carson was devastated. But that is when judge Simon Cowell pleaded with the others to allow Sara and Hero another chance. He saw something in this duo that he felt so strongly about.
Thankfully, Simon convinced the others and these two moved on to the next round. There was definitely something special about this duo and they ended up making it all the way finals before finishing in 5th place.
Now, Sara and Hero are back as they compete on America’s Got Talent: The Champions. This special format features 50 acts who have won or been featured on previous editions of the show. These competitors come from all over the world and now they are all vying for the ultimate title.
This talented dog and his trainer earned laughter from the judges and audience with their bank heist routine. These two are back and better than ever and I’m so glad that they’re getting a second chance at this competition. They were truly a memorable act from the past and it’s definitely their time to shine. Who else is going to be rooting for Sara and Hero this time around?
14-year-old contemporary dancer Ellie reduces one judge to tears after talented performance. This Scottish dancer was full of nerves as she competed for a spot on The Greatest Dancer.
From a very young age, Ellie showed a special talent for dance. No one else in her family has a dancing background, but she begged her parents to enroll her in classes. Soon, everyone that saw Ellie dance said that she had that something. For years, this teen has dedicated herself to pursuing her passion, even when it means missing out on social events.
Now, she’s following her dreams all the way to The Greatest Dancer stage. 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.
Watch as Ellie shakes off the nerves to start her performance to ‘In This Shirt’ by The Irrepressibles. As she gracefully moved across the stage, judge Oti Mabuse couldn’t hold back the tears. The audience felt something too because before long, the walls were opening up and Ellie was officially moving on to the next stage of competition. What an inspiring performance from such a young talent. We’re all looking forward to what she comes out with next.
This loving father cannot hold back the tears as he reads a letter to his daughter on her wedding day. This Taiwanese dad is about to go through one of the most emotional days of his life. His daughter is getting married and he will have to give her away.
This is a moment that every father looks forward to but also dreads. They realize that their baby girl is all grown up and ready to start a new life with her soon-to-be husband. This father decided to write a letter to his son-in-law and recite it at their wedding. What resulted was a speech full of tears and love. “If there ever comes a day when you don’t love her anymore, please don’t tell her. Tell me. I will take her home,” he recited through misty eyes.
After the video was posted online, social media quickly reacted to the special moment. This speech has been viewed over 25 million times and I’m sure just as many tears have been shed. This is definitely a moment that this young bride will cherish for a lifetime.
Matthew 19:4-6 “4 “Haven’t you read,” he replied, “that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ 5 and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? 6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
Britain’s Got Talent runner-up Susan Boyle returns to the stage with an inspiring performance. Susan won over the hearts of the world when she appeared as a contestant on Britain’s Got Talent in 2009. While some look down on her outward appearance, Susan easily changed their mind with her stunning rendition of ‘I Dreamed A Dream.’ From that moment on, Susan’s life completely changed. Even though she didn’t win her season of the popular talent competition, she became a household name selling millions of albums and touring the world.
Now, she’s returning to the Got Talent stage as a competitor on ‘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 title.
Susan Boyle’s performance was a highly anticipated moment on the show and she did not disappoint. Just listen as she steps up to the mic and belts out the classic Rolling Stones song ‘Wild Horses.’ When she reaches the chorus, I knew this was going to be a performance everyone was talking about.
“Wild horses couldn't drag me away
Wild, wild horses couldn't drag me away”
Even judge Simon Cowell couldn’t hold back his praise as he said, “I can’t think of any other contestant who has defined this show better than you.” Her standing ovation was well deserved and when Mel B hit her golden buzzer, I was cheering along too. I can’t wait to see this inspiring talent move on in the talent competition.
A Good Samaritan homeless man returns a check for $10,000 and it leads to the biggest blessing. In 2017, Elmer Alvarez was homeless and living on the streets. Then, one day, he happened to find a check lying on the sidewalk. When Elmer realized that the check was for such a large amount, he knew he needed to find the owner.
“The first thing that came to my mind is ‘I gotta look for this person,’” Elmer said. So he tracked down Roberta Hoskie, a real estate broker in the area. Roberta didn’t even realize that she had lost the check but she was eager to meet the kind stranger who found it. When she met up with Elmer, he was not at all what she expected and when Roberta heard his story, she knew she wanted to help. This amazing woman helped Elmer find an apartment and she paid his rent for seven months until he got on his feet. She also helped put him through real estate school.
Now, these two have plans to open a transitional home for other homeless people as they work to build a new life. Before Roberta started her multi-million dollar business, she was just a single mom without a home. So, she knows exactly what it feels like to be homeless.
Together, Roberta and Elmer are using their own experiences to make sure that no one else has to continue down that path. “I know what it is to be homeless. Nobody deserves to live like that,” Elmer remarked. God definitely brought these two together for a reason and it’s an absolute blessing to watch their story unfold.
This father and son are finally reuniting and the touching moment was all captured on camera. Lamar has not seen his father in over 37 years. So when his 45th birthday came around, his friends and family hatched a plan. They decided to surprise Lamarr with a long overdue visit from his dad. Even though it’s unclear why these two were apart for so long, the emotional reunion says it all.
Lamarr couldn’t hold his tears back and this father and son share a beautiful embrace. After such a long separation, neither one of the men wanted to let go of the other. God handpicked who would be our biological family on this earth. These special people share a bond like no other and it’s a relationship that can truly affect the rest of our lives.
Today, Lamarr and his father and getting another chance at their relationship and it’s obvious to see that they are both eager to keep going. This was such a wonderful surprise and I’m so glad that someone was there to capture this ‘hug of a lifetime’ on video. We wish you many more years of happiness as father and son.
Psalm 127:3-5 “3 Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. 4 Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth.
5 Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.”
The very first America’s Got Talent winner, Bianca Ryan, returns to the stage with an emotional song. Bianca was just eleven years old when she was crowned the winner of the popular singing competition in 2006. She dazzled the judges with her Broadway-style voice and received praises week after week.
When the show was over, she started to tour and record more music. But when she noticed that her voice wasn’t the same, she decided to see a doctor. That’s when she received the devastating news that one of her vocal cords was paralyzed. Bianca’s doctor told her that she needed surgery and that there was a chance she would never be able to sing again. The young talent was forced to put her musical career on hold and she felt like her fans started to forget about her. Bianca feared that all of her dreams were ending.
Now, this 24-year-old is back and she’s ready to make her comeback on America's Got Talent: The Champions. “I’m the first winner of America’s Got Talent. I lived 12 years in shadows and I’m ready to see the light again.” As she stepped on the darken stage, Bianca beautifully belted out ‘Say Something’ from A Great Big World. Just a few notes into the song and I understood exactly why this shining star was crowned a winner years ago. Bianca earned a standing ovation from her performance and she’s definitely going to be a serious contender in this competition. What an inspiring story of triumph and perseverance.
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The Singing Contractors are back with an incredible new worship song titled ‘Working On The Building.’ These two talented men are known for singing praises to the Lord and now they are teaming up with Gaither Music for this amazing song.
‘I'm working on the building
It's a true foundation
I'm holding up the blood-stained
Banner for my lord
Well I never get tired, tired, tired of working on the building
I'm going up to heaven to get my reward’
Contractors Aaron Gray and Josh Arnett became overnight sensations back in 2015 when they posted a video of them singing ‘How Great Thou Art’ on a job site. Now, their videos have accumulated millions of views and the men are committed to spreading the word of God through their music.
In 2018, they even signed with the Gaither Music Group to continue their faith-filled praise. This special song and other gospel favorites can be found on The Singing Contractor’s new album ‘Working On A Building: Hymns And Gospel Classics.’ These men have definitely come a long way from singing on construction sites and it’s so amazing to hear them use their talents to give praise to our Lord.
Psalm 150: 1-5 “1 Praise the LORD.Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. 2 Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. 3 Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, 4 praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, 5 praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals.”
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