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Henry Winkler’s kids melt hearts with their loving words for their dad. He was surprised by a video of his children stating how much they love and adore him. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to hear their heartwarming messages about and for their father, Henry Winkler.

To many, actor Henry Winkler has been and will always be known as “The Fonz.” Henry’s Arthur Fonzarelli on the beloved and iconic television series “Happy Days” epitomized suave and smooth. The Fonz, while wearing a leather jacket and riding a motorcycle, was as cool as they come, and that is the image most people have of him.

However, to a few people, Henry is not The Fonz but holds a much more important, meaningful title: Dad. They don’t remember him for his iconic “Happy Days” role but for how he loved, cared for and raised them. In a clip posted on YouTube, Henry received a special and heartwarming message from his children.

While appearing on TODAY with Jenna & Friends, the actor was hit with the surprise video of children expressing their love and gratitude for their father. Their words and sentiments are enough to cause even the most unemotional person to shed a tear or two. It’s clear that they all genuinely love and appreciate their father and everything he has done for them.

Following the clip, Jenna, not Henry, was moved to tears by the message shared by his children. She then asked Henry for advice, asking him what he did to “raise such beautiful children.”

“The center of all relationships is the ear,” Henry said. “It is not how you meant it; it’s how it’s heard.”

He added that his children knew they could always tell him what was on their minds.

Later in the clip, Henry gets yet another surprise. He received his favorite sweet treat: a bundt cake.

Psalm 103:13 “As a father has pity on his children, so the Lord has pity on his worshippers.”

Candace Cameron Bure reveals the family crisis that led to her faith in Christ. The actress, author and podcast host mentioned how a tumultuous and uncertain time in her family resulted in her accepting Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear how a family crisis led her to find Jesus Christ.

Unfortunately, we will all experience hardships and trials. As most people know, they have a way of finding us at one time or another. That’s a simple and unavoidable fact of life. No one’s life is perfect, regardless of fame, status and net worth. People aren’t perfect, far from it, and so, because of that, our relationships will not be either.

Sadly, this often means that even marriages can go through rough spots, where even divorce looks like a real possibility. In a clip posted on YouTube, Candace shares how a tough period in her parents’ marriage ended with her finding and turning her life over to Jesus Christ.

“My parents were on the brink of divorce when I was 12,” she said. “A friend invited them to go to counseling at their church. My dad was not a believer. My mom was a believer, but my dad agreed to go to counseling and to start going to church.”

She mentions her parents truly wanted to fix their marriage but were unsure of how to go about doing that.

Later in the clip, Cameron says she made a life-changing decision several months after attending church.

“This started our journey going to church,” she said. “So, at 12, you know, probably after a couple of months of going, six months of going, I gave my life to Christ.”

What a powerful testimony and example of how Jesus Christ can make something beautiful from a seemingly broken and hopeless situation.

Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, said the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”

Michael W. Smith has revealed the origins of his hit song “Place in This World.” The background story of the beloved and iconic tune is powerful, likely to bring a tear or two or three to your eyes. Watch the short but moving clip to hear Michael explain what inspired the song’s title and lyrics.

Most people thoroughly enjoy listening to music. Honestly, who doesn’t love music? However, while many people like and appreciate music, most have no idea how their favorite tune came into being. What inspired those lyrics that you automatically sing along to whenever that tune comes on the radio, Spotify or Apple Music?

Every song must come from somewhere, from some experience or event. What was the motivation for that melody and those lyrics? In a clip posted on YouTube, Michael explains how and from where he drew inspiration when creating “Place in This World.” It’s a powerful story that may change how you look at and feel about the song.

The clip begins with Michael mentioning his overall aim for making music, stating that he wanted to use his musical gifts to bring glory and honor to His name.

“You know, I just wanted to make pop music and sing about Jesus and sing about my faith,” he said.

Later in the clip, he mentions specifically “Place in This World” and the heartbreaking place from which the lyrics came.

“I remember writing, when I wrote ‘Place in This World,’ when I even wrote the music, I remember just thinking, ‘I think this is a hit song.’” Michael said.

He mentioned bringing in Amy Grant and Wayne Kirkpatrick to help write the lyrics.

He added, “And it was inspired by all these letters I got from kids. They’re going, ‘I just, I just want to take my own life. I don’t, I don’t have anything to live for. And I think in one of those letters, a girl said, ‘I’m just trying to find my place in this world.’”

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Tim Tebow shared why every believer needs a strong spiritual community. The former Heisman Trophy winner pointed out why belonging to and being plugged into a faith community is vitally important. Watch the short but powerful clip where Tim shares why this is a must for every follower of Jesus Christ.

The world is not always a friendly, welcoming, and uplifting place. Life frequently puts you through situations that leave you battered and bruised, hurting and downright discouraged. These trials and hardships can be agonizing and gut-wrenching, but some people will try to do it independently, completely, without anyone by their side.

When we endure trials and testing alone, the enemy attacks. Thoughts and feelings of worthlessness and depression start to creep into our minds. We’re suddenly reminded of past stumbles and failures. In a clip posted on YouTube, Tim shares why Christians need to belong to a strong community of other believers.

“The enemy says you’re alone, but God says I will never leave you and forsake you,” Tim said. “And so, that’s why it’s so important to have a renewing of your mind in God’s word, in Scripture, in prayer, and with other people around you because when we get isolated, when we get alone, all of those voices from the enemy start to leak in and they start to creep and they start to say and they start to point out all of those flaws.”

However, people were not meant to do life alone. We were made for relationships—to encourage and uplift one another.

Later in the clip, Tim adds that while we may have scars from what we’ve suffered in the past, God says that does not define us.

“You have to get back to Scripture because God’s saying, ‘No, no, no, no. You’re missing the mark because you’re missing the point. Yes, you have scars, and you have flaws, but you’re not defined by your scars. You’re defined by mine.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their work. And if one has a fall, the other will give him a hand; but unhappy is the man who is by himself, because he has no helper.”

Candace Cameron Bure had an inspiring take on hearing the word “no.” The actress, author, and podcast host shared how she responded when she was told no in her life. Watch the short clip to hear the encouraging and powerful way Candace has reacted whenever she encounters an obstacle.

It requires a fair amount of persistence and perseverance to accomplish anything and to get anywhere in life. Whether it’s personal or professional, there will be a lot of ups and downs. Many of those obstacles will come from people, naysayers who say something is impossible. They will say why this or that cannot be done, or they will simply respond with “no” and move along.

“No” is a word everyone is familiar with. Although it may only be two letters, hearing it can be soul-crushing, depending on the situation. In a clip posted on YouTube, Candace shares the unique way she has handled it when someone told her no in her life. Instead of allowing the harsh, straightforward response to keep her down, she has turned those situations into opportunities.

“We have figured out solutions to a lot of nos in my life and my career,” she said. “And so, people have shut that door and said, ‘No, that would never work. We’ve never done that before.’ And we come back and go, ‘Great, you’ve never done that before. Let us show you a way in which we can do that.’”

Later in the clip, Candace added that when someone responds negatively and states something is impossible for whatever reason, we should remember that we serve a mighty, all-powerful God capable of anything.

“And so, it’s a good lesson for all of you guys,” she said. “Don’t take a no at face value, and if someone tells you, like, ‘No, it’s never been done.’ Well, it doesn’t mean God can’t do that for you, and God can’t do it differently through you.”

Luke 1:37 “For there is nothing which God is not able to do.”

"Let me fall in love with you."

Comedic legend Carol Burnett has shared her favorite role from The Carol Burnett Show. She did not hesitate in the slightest when she was asked to name the character she liked playing the most on the classic television program. Watch the short clip to hear Carol name the character she enjoyed playing the most and why.

If there were a Mt. Rushmore of comedy, Carol Burnett’s face would most certainly be on it. Her comedic genius, which has been on display throughout her illustrious career, is unmatched. Her lightning-fast, razor-sharp wit and impeccable comedic timing have made her a joy to watch for decades.

The Carol Burnett Show's zany, off-the-wall skits remain the stuff of legend, even decades after the show’s run on television ended. People can’t help but laugh themselves silly every time they catch one of those laugh-out-loud, hysterical sketches. Even though Carol appeared in hundreds of sketches and played hundreds of characters, she has a clear favorite.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the legendary comedian, in an interview from 1995, was asked to name her favorite character she played on the show. Without hesitation, Carol replied to the question with Eunice from The Mama’s Family skits. As she explains, it had nothing to do with the laughs she would inevitably get while playing that character, but more to do with the character itself.

“I think it was Eunice,” Carol said. “She started out as such a witch. She was just horrible, and then, as it developed, you could understand where her rage was coming from. It was this mother and feeling trapped and her dreams of being a movie star. Of course, were, you know, ridiculous.”

Later in the clip, Carol mentions how Eunice always wanted to be something else and was constantly striving for more.

Proverbs 17:22 “A glad heart makes a healthy body, but a crushed spirit makes the bones dry.”

Blake Shelton has shared how Gwen Stefani has helped strengthen his faith. In an interview, the country music star mentioned how his faith has grown recently and the role his wife and fellow musician, Gwen, has played in that.

Hollywood is typically not a place where faith is openly discussed or shared. For the most part, entertainers are usually tight-lipped regarding matters of faith. If they do share their thoughts and opinions on faith and religion, it’s usually to denigrate or put down those who do have faith and believe in God.

However, during a recent interview with singer-songwriter Kelleleigh Bannen, the host of the Kelleliegh Bannen Show, the topic of faith came up during a conversation with Blake Shelton. She asked the former The Voice judge if he has experienced any change in his faith, given his age, his mid-40s.

Blake was quick to respond, saying that it has grown considerably as of late. He was also quick to say that he credits his growth in his faith to one person: his wife, Gwen Stefani.

“Yeah, I would say that, and that comes from Gwen’s influence, you know?” Blake said. “Gwen in, you know, I’ve learned so much from her and she’s really the person that’s helped me kind of, you know, of get in touch with my faith, and gets serious about it, it’s not just something that you say at an awards show.”

Later in the clip, he mentioned how Gwen has pushed him to constantly think about and consider his faith. He said that she always sees the hand of God in everything around her.

“And it’s really special to be around her because it’s, her faith is alive, and it’s incredible to be around her,” he said. “And she’s so happy about it, and she loves to share it to anybody that’ll listen, and it’s inspiring to be around her.”

1 Peter 2:21 “This is God’s purpose for you: because Jesus himself underwent punishment for you, giving you an example, so that you might go in his footsteps.”

Anthony's beginning journey as an angelologist.

Carol Burnett opens up about Lucille Ball's impact on her career and their friendship. The legendary comedian discussed how the I Love Lucy star played a significant role in her career and the special friendship that developed between them. Watch the short but heartwarming and tear-jerking clip to hear how they helped each other’s careers and ultimately became friends.

If there were a Mt. Rushmore for comedy, Carol Burnett’s face would certainly be on it. Carol's name quickly comes to mind when thinking of some of the funniest, most talented people ever to grace television and the silver screen. The Carol Burnett Show is one of television's most iconic, beloved programs. Decades after the show ended, those hysterical, zany, off-the-wall skits still keep people laughing.

However, in a clip posted on YouTube, Carol explains that if not for the kindness of another legendary comedian, Lucille Ball, The Carol Burnett Show may never have existed. Carol explained how Lucille provided her with a helping hand in her career at a critical, make-or-break moment.

“The woman who influenced me the most was probably Lucille Ball,” Carol said. “She came to see me in “Once Upon a Mattress,” which was my first Broadway break, and she was there the second night. And I was more nervous that she was in the audience than I was the night before when all the critics were.”

After that evening’s show, Lucille, while talking with Carol, told her something that forever changed her career.

“And she said, ‘Kid,” Carol said. “She called me ‘Kid.’ She was 22 years old, older than I was, and said, ‘Kid, whenever you need me, give me a call.’”

Several years later, Carol had landed her first television special. However, she could only do it if she could get a major star to appear on it. She knew exactly who to reach out to: Lucille Ball. Lucille agreed to do it, and the rest is history.

They soon became friends, and Lucille always sent Carol flowers on her birthday. Sadly, Carol woke up one morning to learn her friend, the legendary Lucille Ball, had passed away – it was Carol’s birthday. Several hours later that day, flowers arrived for Carol. They were from Lucille Ball.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”

Dolly Parton opened up about the loss of her husband, Carl Dean. The entertainment legend remembered her beloved husband in an interview on The Today Show, talking about what he meant to her and how she’s coping with the loss. Watch the short but moving clip as Dolly talks about life since losing her husband.

Unfortunately, in life, we will all experience painful and agonizing situations. Pain, hurt and heartache are unavoidable. They are, sadly, facts of life, and there will be circumstances that will undoubtedly result in unexplainable sorrow and grief. Living on Earth without going through a fair share of agonizing and devastating experiences is impossible.

Easily and without question, one of the most sorrowful and grief-stricken experiences is losing a spouse. When that happens, it can often feel like losing a part of yourself. There is arguably no closer relationship on Earth than that between spouses, and whenever that connection is broken with one of them passing away, it is often absolutely devastating. Doing life without this person can feel next to impossible, a monumental and nearly impossible task.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Dolly talked about the passing of her husband, Carl Dean. She understandably gets choked up talking about the loss and how deeply his death has impacted her. The two were married for nearly 60 years.

“I’ve loved him since I was 18 years old,” she said. “And, it’s a big adjustment. Just trying to change patterns and habits, and I’ll do fine. And I’m involved in my work, and that’s been the best thing that could happen to me. But I’ll always miss him, of course, and always love him.”

Following her husband's passing, Dolly said many people reached out to her. She received a ton of cards, letters and flowers from people all over the world.

Losing a loved one, especially a spouse, is always painful, and our prayers are with Dolly and her family.

Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”

Marvel star Sebastian Stan fulfilled a fan’s wish in a heartwarming Make-A-Wish moment. The actor helped make the sick young lady’s dream become a reality. Watch the short but moving clip to see what Sebastian Stan did that helped to make this a day and a moment the young lady will never forget.

The world is a fallen, lost and broken place. Sin had wreaked havoc on society, leading to the destruction of marriages, families and careers. People are hurting and struggling, crying out for help. Everything has been made infinitely worse because of sin.

The fallout and repercussions of sin and disobedience are everywhere we turn. One way we see sin is in the breakdown of our bodies. Not only do our bodies get old and eventually wear out, but sickness and disease are prevalent. Sadly, not even the youngest and most innocent in our society – children – are exempt from pain and suffering.

One young woman, 18-year-old Aurora Dennison, suffers from a gastrointestinal disorder and severe, debilitating arthritis. These are conditions that she has battled for years and likely will for the rest of her life. When she’s having bad days, Aurora mentions there is one actor and character who could always make her smile: Marvel’s Bucky Barnes, who actor Sebastian Stan plays. As part of the Make-A-Wish program, the young woman was invited to the set of the latest Marvel film, “Thunderbolts*,” where she met Sebastian on her 18th birthday.

A clip posted on YouTube captured the heartwarming and tear-jerking meeting between Aurora and Sebastian.

“I was so grateful that I got to hug this person who has done so much for me,” she said.

“Aurora was amazing because she seemed to know everything about Bucky, maybe even better than I did,” Sebastian said.

However, a set visit, a hug and a couple of photos together was not all that Auror received during her time with the actor. He also helped her celebrate turning 18 by surprising her with cupcakes.

“I think any time that we have an opportunity to interact face-to-face and just see the amount of joy and gratitude that some of these kids have, you know, just from a simple 'Hello,’ fills you up,” Sebastian said.

Philippians 2:4 “Not looking everyone to his private good, but keeping in mind the things of others.”

John Krasinski’s kids have the funniest reactions to “The Office.” One of the stars of the iconic television show shared how his two children responded after seeing a couple of episodes of the program. Watch the short but hysterical clip to hear John describe how his kids responded to “The Office.”

“The Office” is one of the most beloved sitcoms ever. It’s a well-written and quotable program that can be watched repeatedly without growing tired of it. The show is also incredibly relatable. Who hasn’t worked in an office and encountered someone like Kevin, Meredith, Creed and Dwight? Hopefully, you have never had a boss like Michael Scott!

John Krasinski, who played Jim on “The Office,” was one of the show’s main characters. While not hiding how much he utterly despised selling paper, Jim constantly played hilarious pranks on Dwight and was head-over-heels in love with Pam, the office receptionist. In a clip posted on YouTube, John told Stephen Colbert that his children had just started watching “The Office” and shared their responses.

John mentioned that in one of the program’s early episodes, in which Michael pretends to fire Pam, his oldest daughter got pretty upset.

“They were watching the first episode, and my oldest, turns out she’s a screen-talker-atter,” he said. “So, she’s talking to the screen, and so when Steve fired Jenna, she goes, ‘What are you doing? What are you doing?’ And then she goes, ‘You’re a horrible person!’”

Then, when his other daughter spotted her father on the screen, she kept asking John if that was, in fact, him in the show. He told her it was him, but she refused to believe him.

“And she goes, ‘You look very different,’” he recalled. “And I said, ‘No, that’s me. I’m just playing a character,’ and she went, ‘That’s not you.’”

Ephesians 6:4 “And, you fathers, do not make your children angry: but give them training in the teaching and fear of the Lord.”

Actor David Henrie shared his faith journey and how God has impacted his life. When he became a follower of Jesus, David mentions that it changed his personal and professional life as an actor in Hollywood. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear how David came to be a follower of God.

The world is a fallen and broken place. It’s full of people who are struggling and hurting. Most people are simply looking for something or someone they can rely upon, place their faith in and trust. Simply put, people desperately seek truth and meaning in a world devoid of both.

It was on this search, on this hunt, that David eventually found God. In a clip posted on YouTube, the “Wizards of Waverly Place” star says that he was after meaning and something real. After studying, David concluded that there had to be a God and that the world and everything in it had to have an Intelligent Designer behind it. This world did not come about by chance.

“There’s so much intelligence in the universe, and there’s so much rationality in it,” he said. “There’s so many numbers in it that had to have a Creator, and it was this lightning bolt moment where I went, ‘There has to be a God.’”

Later in the clip, David says that after concluding that God exists, he understood that he had to change his life. From that point, David says that his life started to have purpose and meaning.

“God in your life doesn’t just make things better immediately,” he said. “But He gives you purpose, and you have a goal. So, I’m not a hamster in a wheel. I’m still a hamster, but I’m going toward a goal. There’s a goal now. It’s not this infinitely circular thing where you’re chasing your tail all day long. Life is still hard, and life is still difficult, and life has suffering. But at least there’s meaning to it now, and at least there’s purpose. That, to me, made all the difference.”

Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, said the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”

Jonathan Roumie’s powerful words about God left one young man deeply moved. “The Chosen” actor brought the guy to the verge of tears with a few simple but moving words about God calling and reaching out to him. Watch the short but moving clip to see the powerful moment between the two men.

God is constantly working and moving in the lives of His followers. But God does not stop there. That is not all that He does. He is also a gentle and loving shepherd concerned about the lost sheep. His love is too great for Him to give up on those still living in their sin and shame.  

He constantly pleads and prods, hoping we turn away from our old, sinful ways and accept His love and forgiveness. In the Bible’s last book, Revelation, it’s written that God stands at the door and knocks, and if anyone who hears that knocking opens the door, He will come in.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Jonathan shares that what one man is dealing with spiritually is actually the Lord working on his heart and mind. The man in the clip is unsure if there is one God or many, but watching “The Chosen” has allowed him to see and experience Jesus for the first time. 

In response, Jonathan tells the young man that God is trying to reach him. The Lord is standing outside, knocking on the door of this young man's heart, hoping that He will be let in.

“God is calling you,” Jonathan tells the man. “Yeah. He wants to know you on a deeper level, and so that tug that you’re feeling, that’s Christ trying to get to know you. That’s what that is.”

The clip ends with the young man getting emotional and Jonathan telling him he will remember him in prayer.

What a powerful and moving clip!

John 14:6 “Jesus said to him, I am the true and living way: no one comes to the Father but by me.”

Stars from “The Office” reunited and reflected on the iconic TV show. The cast members shared many thoughts on and memories from their time together on the beloved program. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to hear from several of the stars of “The Office,” a show that is near and dear to the hearts of many.

Television shows come and go at a very high rate. Most sitcoms and dramas are on for a season or two at most and then forgotten forever. Whether the show was poorly made, the actors were miscast or it never quite found its audience, most programs are cancelled within a few seasons. Only a select few sitcoms and dramas ever reach three, four seasons and beyond.

Of those sitcoms and dramas that get an extended run on television, even fewer become classics. “The Office” is one of those shows that is, without question, a classic. It’s one of those shows you can watch, rewatch and never get tired of. It’s also a highly quotable program, with nearly every character having said something memorable, especially the hysterical, lovable, but terrible-at-his-job boss, Michael Scott.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the actors who played Creed, Meredith, Angela, Oscar, Erin, Stanley and Kevin reunited and looked back on the show. They shared some memories of their time on the show and mentioned how they still get recognized as their characters in public.

While sitting at their desks for those long hours while filming, they mentioned they would pass the time doing their taxes and found their houses online. 

When asked who was most like their character, Angela Kinsey, who played Angela on the show, pointed to the actor who played Creed, whose first name is actually Creed.

Somehow, it’s been 20 years since the program premiered on NBC in 2005.  For anyone who enjoys “The Office,” this clip is a must-watch!

Job 8:21 “The time will come when your mouth will be full of laughing, and cries of joy will come from your lips.”

Jelly Roll shared how his and Brandon Lake’s song “Hard Fought Hallelujah” is touching hearts. The popular musician mentioned what he hears from and how people have reacted to the hit song. Watch the short but powerful clip to listen to what Jelly Roll had to say about the response to “Hard Fought Hallelujah.”

The world is a sad, lonely and broken place. It’s full of people who are hurting and struggling, hoping for anything to alleviate the pain. Sadly, these individuals will hunt and search everywhere for a solution. They may find a temporary fix, but soon enough, the pain and the heartache are back again.

There is an answer to all that pain and suffering: Jesus Christ. His healing, comfort, forgiveness and love will never wear off or fade away. In a clip posted on YouTube, Jelly Roll and Brandon Lake discuss their song “Hard Fought Hallelujah.” In the short clip, Jelly Roll mentions how the song has impacted him and what he has continually heard from others.

“Like, everywhere I go, this is the song people are talking to me about right now,” Jelly Roll said. “It’s really cool, man, and I love the conversation it’s creating. Like, real conversations are being had online. Sometimes not fun, but sometimes great, right? It’s like, it’s like, here’s my deal: I think it’s our jobs, where in faith, to push that envelope anyways. Like those conversations needed to be created.”

Later in the clip, Jelly Roll says he knows how he and others are turning toward God in response to the song.

“But I can tell you what’s also happening is millions of people like me are finding a safe place right now in God,” he said. “You know what I mean? For sure, because I’m getting the messages that are like, ‘Yo, I’m like a fence-riding Christian, too. Like, I kind of believe. I grew up with some core values but kind of got away from it, and you make me feel safe being, like, talking about God again.’”

Matthew 5:16 “Let your light so shine before me, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”

A stranger gave Hoda Kotb some powerful and moving advice. The former host of the Today Show was on a plane when she received some insightful words of wisdom from someone. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear what a stranger told Hoda.

Life is a series of unexpected events. We cannot and will not be able to predict what will happen from one moment to the next. Throughout life, there are instances and causes for celebration. Sadly, sometimes life will hurt and result in an immense amount of pain and suffering.

No one enjoys those painful and heartbreaking occurrences. But what if those times of terrible suffering and heartache are not just about and for us? What if they are for a greater purpose? The Bible says that in all things, God works for the good of those who love Him.  

That was the message that a stranger on a plane shared with Hoda. This person said that the difficulty and pain she was experiencing at the time were not just for and about her but could be used to help others. In a clip posted on social media, Hoda talked about her interaction with this stranger and the words of wisdom he shared with her.

She mentions that at the time, she was battling breast cancer and had just undergone a procedure. She was on a plane, sitting next to an individual who struck up a conversation with her. Eventually, after a lot of probing questions from the man, she shared that she had breast cancer and had undergone a mastectomy. She asked him not to just think of her as someone who had breast cancer.

What he said next shocked her.

“He said, ‘Breast cancer is part of you. Just like going to college and getting married and working at NBC,’” Hoda recalled. “He goes, ‘I’m going to give you some advice.’ “He said, ‘Don’t hog your journey. It’s not just for you. You can take your stuff and put it deep in your pockets and go to your grave, or you can help somebody. You decide.’”

Philippians 2:4 “Not looking everyone to his private good, but keeping in mind the things of others.”

Lauren Daigle reveals what inspired her to write “Thank God I Do.” One of the biggest names in Christian music explained the story behind and the origins of the hit song. Watch the short but powerful clip where Lauren talks about “Thank God I Do” and what moved her to write it.

This world is a sad and broken place full of people who are lost, struggling and hurting. Many are looking for anything to help them make it through whatever situation they are facing. Sadly, way too many people will continue searching, never finding the one true answer to all their worries, anxieties and heartache.

However, because we live in a broken world, we, as Christians, are not immune to experiencing painful and frightening situations. We will still encounter circumstances that cause fear and anxiety. But because we know and have faith in a gracious, loving God, we know He’ll see us through whatever the situation.

But what about those who don’t know God? That was the thought in Lauren’s mind when she wrote, “Thank God I Do.” She was praising Him because she is a follower of His and knows He will guide her and protect her in whatever situation she faces.

“I find myself whenever you’re living this human walk, right, on this planet; it’s not that we escape the things that are human; it’s that he gives us the sword to go through it, right?” Lauren said. “He gives us the power to go through it. And I just thought, when I was having these panic attacks, what would people do if they didn’t know the truth? Like, if they didn’t know what I know? I know that I’m going to make it through to the other side because of Him. I know that. But what would people do without it? And that song was written kind of out of that experience.”

What a powerful testimony about the peace and comfort found only in Him.

John 16:33 “I have said all these things to you so that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble, but take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Candace Cameron Bure warns that Satan uses our past to hold us back. The actress, author and podcast host discussed a common attack used by the enemy. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear Candace mention how the devil will use past sins and mistakes to keep us from moving forward.

No one is perfect. Humans are a fallen and broken group, which is why Jesus Christ willingly went to the cross. He took the sins of humanity upon Himself to the cross, forever winning the victory over sin and death.

Even after accepting Christ’s love and forgiveness, humans are not perfect; they are just forgiven. While Christ may blot out our past and essentially forget our past sins and transgressions, we can often hold onto and dwell on previous stumbles and failures. Satan understands this and will use this to his advantage.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Candace explains how Satan works and what he does to try to keep us from fulfilling God’s will for our lives. She adds that a constant spiritual battle is happening all around us, with powerful, unseen forces at work.

“It is so eye-opening when I remember, like, this is not just about my flesh and blood, the here and the now, what I can see and feel, and who I’m talking to in this moment,” she said. “But there are other greater things at work that I cannot see in the spiritual realm.”

Later in the clip, Candace states that Satan is constantly attacking, always trying to steal souls by any means necessary.

“And the enemy is always fighting for our soul, and he’s poking at us from all different ways,” she said. “And a lot of times, that’s mentally. You know, he’s whispering lies into our minds to make us keep remembering things that God’s already forgiven us for.”

Ephesians 6:12 “For our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against authorities and powers, against the world-rulers of this dark night, against the spirits of evil in the heavens.”