Inspirational Videos

It isn’t uncommon for children to become fascinated with a sport, movie or public figure. Kids are always looking for new ways to play make-believe or use their imaginations. 10-year-old Vincent Stio is no different than any other child. He is completely captivated by baseball. But while most kids want to be like the players, Vincent is way more interested in the umpires. Each and every game at the Carolina Mudcats' stadium near Raleigh, you can find Vincent dressed in full umpire gear copying all of their calls and movements. When Vincent first started to become interested in umpires, his parents thought it was a phase. "It's a two-year phase at this point," his mother Maria Stio said. But his love for the umpires doesn’t stop at the games, every day this sweet boy will put on his gear and stand in front of the TV doing the exact same thing. It’s so funny to watch him mimic the exact stance and hand movements used by the pros. And each umpire is like a start to Vincent. He even sleeps next to a box of autographed baseballs from umpires. Vincent recently took his love of umpiring one step further when he attended an umpire school to learn the tricks of the trade. This little boy’s passion and dedication is so amazing to watch. In a day when most kids would rather be sitting in front of a phone or tablet, it’s refreshing to watch a child get out and enjoy something new. What do you think about this umpire in training?

‘What Would You Do?’ is a hidden camera show hosted by John Quiñones that puts strangers in difficult circumstances and records their actions. The reactions can range from person to person but it's always interesting to watch and see what they say afterwards. The dilemmas are always relevant to the current times and sometimes, they have actually happened in real life. In this particular situation, 2 women are sitting down for a meal at a restaurant. As the waiter begins to take their order, they realize that he has a stutter. Over 70 million people around the world suffer from stuttering and it can last into adulthood. That’s when these women start to berate the waiter and ridicule him. The waiter and the 2 women are all actors for the show and they are set up in a local Tom Sawyer restaurant to capture the reactions of other patrons nearby. Just watch as the actors start to make comments to the fake waiter and they even comment to other people in the restaurant that he is ‘taking forever.’ Immediately, others come to this innocent waiter’s defense and multiple people reach out to the manager over the situation. One by one, strangers continue to come to this young man's aid and it's absolutely heartwarming to witness. I'm so glad they all stood up for this man with a stutter and let the world know that you don't have to let anything hold you back in life. What would you have done in this situation?

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I’ve been rejected numerous time in my personal and professional life. It’s a hard fact of life, but each time it happens it hurts. At one point in my life, it deeply affected me and how I dealt with others. Take a minute and learn how I dealt with rejection. You might be able to apply it to your life!

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Once we accept the Lord as our personal Savior we need to WALK THE WALK.
Part three in the series on The Story of Salvation

The Bible tells us that there is a Heaven and a Hell. We know that God loved the world so much He made a plan for our salvation; Yet, Hell is mentioned 54 times in the Word of God. Some people choose to believe a loving God would never allow anyone to go to Hell. Let's look at what the scripture says in Another Short Devotional. Part 2 of Salvation Series

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Over the years, we’ve seen a lot of different auditions on America’s Got Talent. We’ve seen everything from singers to talented dance troupes. But some of the most memorable auditions are the ones that involve the judges. Whether it’s their comments or actually have the judges participate, those are the acts that really stick out in my mind. And today’s mind-blowing audition from Aaron Crow combines all of that and more. Aaron is a silent trick artist from Belgium. He’s been called a mentalist, magician and danger-act but once you see this act, you’ll know he’s all of these in one. When Aaron took the stage, he used a laser pointer to communicate with the judges. He pointed to Heidi Klum and guest judge Ken Jeong and encouraged them to join him on stage. Both judges were a little bit apprehensive but they agreed to take part in the trick. That’s when Aaron had Heidi take off the ring on her hand and he placed it inside of an apple. I thought this was going to be an ordinary illusion trick but then he placed the apple on top of Heidi’s head and I knew something crazy was about to happen. With Ken holding the tray and apple, Aaron left the stage with a bow and arrow in hand and began to spin in circles while aiming. Everyone thought there was no way he would be able to land this trick but in one shot he proved everyone wrong. And that wasn’t even the best part. You’ve got to watch this audition to see where Heidi’s ring ended up. What an incredible act!

In today’s world, a lot of crazy things can happen in an instant. You have to super careful about your surroundings and your possessions. With advanced technology and social media, you are a much easier target for thieves. Even when we may feel safe, you never know what dangers are lurking around. For example, taxis and ride share companies such as Uber and Lift are on the rise. More and more people are using these services to get fro Point A to Point B, but there has also been numerous stories about attacks, robberies and assaults while using these type of ride shares. Thankfully, the team at Pretty Loaded realized these dangers and decided to put together some safety tips that we should all remember. This group is always up to date on the latest trends and they make it a point to share important warnings and tips. Today, they are giving us some safety reminders when using a ride share program. Unsuspecting riders could climb into the vehicle of a complete stranger and be taken to an unknown location. Some of the tips they share include being aware of your surroundings and making sure that you are free of distractions. Also, trust your instincts. If you feel that a situation is not right, cancel the ride. You have the ability to track the ride on your smart phone, this way you always know exactly where you are going. This is just a few of the safety reminders that we should all pay attention to. I’m so thankful for this group for putting all this together. It could truly save a life.

24-year-old Savannah Pritchett is being called a hero after her quick-thinking helped save a woman’s life. Savannah is a clerk at the Triple R Gas and Mini Mart in Waterford. While she was working her shift, a frantic woman walked in and said that she was being kidnapped and needed Savannah’s help. "I gave her my cell phone, I locked the door and I took her to the back and I hid her back there until the sheriffs got here and took her out of the bathroom." The woman had told her alleged kidnappers that she needed to use the bathroom and they let her. Savannah noted the woman was shaking out of fear and her instinct to help immediately kicked in. Just a few minutes later, two teens approached the door and wanted to come inside. Thankfully, the police arrived on scene and were able to take control of the situation. Ultimately, four teens were arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and sexually assaulting the frantic woman. If Savannah had not stepped up when she did and trusted her gut instinct, who knows what would’ve happened to this poor woman. I’m just so glad that there are kind people like this store clerk in the world that aren’t afraid to stand up, even when the situation may seem scary. "I was just trying to help a woman who said she needed help." Even though she will deny it, there’s no doubt in my mind that Savannah is a hero. Don’t you agree?

It’s never easy when a loved one is serving in the military. But this is the reality that many families in our nation must deal with every single day. They are separated for their family member and must navigate the world without them for a time period. This means celebrating births, birthdays, holidays and more without them by your side. Even though we are all so proud of what these brave men and women are doing for our country, there is still a piece of our heart that aches for them to return home. This older brother has been away from the family serving in the military. But today, he is finally coming home and he decided to give his brother the ultimate surprise. Just watch as the middle brother, Andrew, hides behind the door so that he can surprise the youngest. The entire time, he thinks that he’s going to jump out and get a big reaction for little brother, but he has no idea that the real surprise is on him. As he stands behind the door, the baby brother walks in and that’s when Andrew jumps out to greet him. But when he turns around, he sees his big brother in the doorway and the emotions start rolling. He jumps into his brother’s arms and you can just feel his excitement, love and joy. I know he must be so glad that his big brother is home and this was the cutest way to start off the reunion.

Former Olympic alpine skier Bode Miller and his wife Morgan were faced with a tragedy that no parent ever wants to endure. In June of 2018, their 19-month-old daughter Emeline drowned in their neighbor’s pool. Emeline, or Emmy for short, was with Morgan at the neighbor’s house visiting. While the women were chatting, Emmy snuck out of the house and found her way to the backyard pool. When Morgan realized that Emmy was missing, she ran outside to find her daughter in the pool. Even though she has only been in the water for a few minutes, Emmy couldn’t be resuscitated. Bode and Morgan were devastated at the loss of their sweet baby girl who brought so much joy into their lives. But now, they’ve vowing to make sure that this tragedy doesn’t happen to another parent as they are spreading awareness of the dangers of drowning. In an Instagram post, Morgan posted “I pray to God no other parent feels this pain. Drowning is the number one cause of death in children ages 1 to 4.” This tragedy can happen in an instant and Morgan even called death by drowning a silent killer. I can’t imagine the pain and heartache that this family is currently experiencing but it’s such an inspiration to see them try to help others during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to the grieving Miller family and any other family that has gone through a tragedy like this. They will certainly be in our prayers.

Experts share how wrapping your key in tin foil could help prevent theft. In this day and age, you have to super careful about your personal belongings. With advanced technology your identity and possessions are much easier for thieves to target. This can be a scary thought to know that just going to the ATM or walking to your car could throw your whole life upside. For example, did you know that even if your keys are right by your side, you could still be vulnerable to car theft? Your keys could be in your hands and you are never approached by anyone, but you are still at risk. If your car uses a fob to lock or unlock the car or turn the engine on or off, the fob is always waiting for a signal. Moshe Shlisel is a security expert and he urges people to wrap their fob in aluminum foil or put it in some sort of tin can. Thieves can purchase devices that amplify the signal and they can get access to your car. When you wrap the fob in aluminum foil, it blocks the electromagnetic waves and thieves can no longer access the signal. Many experts are all agreeing that this simple hack is the best way to thwart thieves. It’s definitely eye-opening to know that this can happen so easily and without us even noticing. After watching this video, I’m going to be more vigilant about being aware of my surroundings too. I’m grateful that these experts are sharing the tips that can truly help us combat these awful thieves.

I thought I had seen every possible flash mob proposal out there, but then this one came along and I was completely floored. Jennifer thought that her and her boyfriend, Sean, were just going to dinner but little did she know there was something much bigger planned. The couple was going to stop by the Museum Of Contemporary Photography before dinner. For his first surprise, Sean had one of their favorite photos framed and placed in the museum. As Jennifer is looking at the photos, Sean pretends that he left his cellphone in the bathroom and goes to grab it. In reality, Sean is changing into a tuxedo to pull off the ultimate surprise. With Sean gone, Jennifer is perplexed when dancing breaks out all around her. You can see her try to maneuver away from the couples, but someone finally tells her to move to the front. Then, Jennifer realizes that they are playing her favorite song, Peter Gabriel's ‘The Book of Love.’ The dancers usher her into the next room and she spots her photograph on the wall. That’s the moment that Jennifer knows this is all for her and there is so much emotion all over her face. This was definitely a surprise that she didn’t see coming but I think Sean pulled off the perfect proposal. I can tell that these two love each other very much and I wish them a lifetime of happiness together. Who else is in awe of this incredible flash mob proposal?

There’s truly nothing like the relationship between a father and his sons. It’s a bond like no other and the kids will always look up to their father as an example. 2 years ago, Coby Oregon and his brother were talking to their dad. That’s when they learned that his dream car was a blue/green 1966 vintage Ford Mustang. The comment stuck in Coby’s mind and he decided that no matter how long it took, they would make their father’s dream come true. Coby and his brother looked all over the country for this special car and they finally found one in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. So together, they saved up their money until they could pay for the Mustang. The day finally arrived and the brothers wanted to surprise their dad in epic fashion. They staged the car and hired someone to pose as the owner with a ‘for sale’ sign on the hood. The brothers took their dad out to breakfast and convinced him to stop and look at the car. That’s when he got to talk to the ‘owner’ who said the price for the Mustang was ‘zero.’ Dad joked that he would take the car right there and then. So the fake owner handed the keys right over to him and the brothers revealed their incredible surprise. I just know that the look on this father’s face was worth every penny spent. What an amazing way to give back to the man that made a lasting impact on their lives and still does. I know this is a moment that they will remember forever.

Jesus Culture beautifully worships the Lord with a live performance of 'Freedom.' This is a powerful reminder that when we trust in God, we are truly opening ourselves up to an amazing life. ‘Where the Spirit of the Lord is There is freedom, there is freedom Where the Spirit of the Lord is There is freedom, there is freedom Come out of the dark just as you are Into the fullness of His love For the Spirit is here, let there be freedom’ The Lord loves in more ways than we could ever imagine. His love for us runs deep and wide. Each and every day, our Lord amazes us with His love and strength. He is our guiding light when times get rough and He will always stand by our side. When we invite God into our hearts, the most incredible things start to happen. Be reminded of this as you listen to the powerful words of ‘Freedom’ from Jesus Culture. There’s truly no one who knows us the way that God does. He created us and He knows the beginning and the end. He gave us eternal life when He sent His only Son to Earth to die for us on the cross. All of our sins were forgiven and now, we're free of our chains and can live out our days in Heaven above. This is one of those worship songs that will touch you deep in your heart. I just love how this talented group combines their amazing voices to lift His name in praise. And this worship song is truly amazing to hear. What a blessing to hear this group use their God-given talents to lead others in worship. Can I get an amen?

Vacation bible school is always a memorable time in the summer. Whether you’re a child or an adult volunteer, you truly create some great memories as you share God’s message. But Kari Woods, a mother of five, never expected to end up saving someone’s life at bible school. During that week, everyone was praying for a little girl named Abby Steinard. 8-year-old Abby was in need of a new kidney. As she prayed with the congregation, Kari heard a voice speaking back to her. "I kept hearing God tell me, 'Give her your kidney,''' Kari said. She continued to pray on it and asked God for another sign. That’s when she learned that Abby had a rare blood type, O negative, the same blood type as Kari. From that moment, she knew God was leading her to help out this child. And that’s exactly what she did. In December, Kari and Abby both checked into the hospital for this life-saving procedure. Abby had endured dialysis for over 9 hours a day and she was looking forward to being able to do normal activities like run and play without quickly tiring out. The surgery went perfectly and within a few weeks, both Kari and Abby were back to normal. They both only have small scars to mark the procedure, but the impact of Kari’s selfless donation will last a lifetime. When you put your trust in God, He will see you through each and every time. What an incredible reminder of listening to Him and seeing the beauty that can come from it.