Inspirational Videos

Journey from portrait photographer to inspirational artist.

The church was called by God to influence the world. But instead, we are in a church age that is being influenced by the world. To reach the world we NEED TO BECOME LIKE JESUS; love what He loves, hate what He hates, do as He did, and give ourselves as He gave Himself.

From the moment she was born, Hattie Montgomery was labeled as 'big.' Even though she was an active child, her eating habits caused her to continue to gain weight. By the time she was in high school, Hattie was over 300 pounds and had been on the receiving end of many bullies and their cruel comments on her looks. “Every day going to school, being kicked, being spit on…it’s just so terribly painful to even go back there. I would frequently come home from school in tears just saying please don’t send me back there.” Hattie turned to food for comfort and her weight continued to grow. At the age of 24, Hattie experienced a devastating incident of sexual assault. A so-called friend left her for days at the home of debtor that he owed money to. Hattie was taken advantage of and that incident left her deeply scarred. Hattie describes the horrific time by saying “I didn’t die but all I wanted to do was die and from that point forward all I did was turn to food because I was so lost and so sad.” Her weight went up to 530 pounds and Hattie barely left the house. One of the only places that she went was to visit her grandparents. During one of these visits, her grandpa said something so simple, but powerful that it completely changed Hattie’s life. The very next day she decided that she wanted to live and turn her life around. Her incredible story of triumph in the face of such devastation is truly an inspiration.

There’s something about watching an entire orchestra come together to seamlessly perform a piece that truly leaves you in wonder. It takes so much time and practice for everyone to perfectly pull off such a number that it never ceases to amaze me. I can’t imagine the number of hours that were spent practicing and how long it took to get each instrument in sync and in perfect harmony with all the others. And one of the most important pieces of an orchestra is the conductor. This person is the leader of all the different sections and they are tasked with keeping time and giving direction. It’s not an easy position and it doesn’t get nearly the recognition it deserves. Just because you are not playing an instrument, does not mean that your position is any less important. When you’re a part of the orchestra, all eyes are on the conductor for cues. These players truly know the conductor’s worth and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks wanted to honor their conductor in a very special way. During a recent performance, they found out that it was the conductor’s birthday. They decided to pull off the ultimate surprise by performing a very special rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ just for their leader. Just watch as he walks to the stage ready to conduct when he is stunned with a musical serenade. The biggest smile breaks across his face and he can’t conceal his happiness in that particular moment. What a special moment all captured on camera. I know this will be a moment that he’ll never forget.

We all fell in love with the bittersweet love story of Joey and Rory Feek and their music. The two singers fell in love and became a popular duo on the country music scene. Sadly, in 2014, Joey was diagnosed with cervical cancer. After fighting an incredible battle for two years, this amazing woman went home to be with the Lord. Before her death, Joey left us with a number of beautiful music performances and videos of herself with her husband and daughter, Indiana. Though she may be gone from this earth, Joey is far from forgotten. Today, her husband Rory is returning to the musical stage to continue to share the gift of song. He's joined by his other two daughters, Heidi and Hope, at the kitchen table as he sings a special rendition of 'Someone You Used To Know.' Rory Feek helped write this song with Tim Johnson in 1998. This tune was recorded by Collin Raye and hit #3 on the country charts. During this acoustic performance, his daughters join in and it's absolutely incredible. Rory has such an amazing story to share and he's always been open about his love, loss and recovery. I'm so glad that he's returning to his roots and honoring Joey's memory in the sweetest way.

When an Animal Control Officer found 10 abandoned ducklings on the side of an expressway, she knew she needed to bring them in for safety. This officer went above and beyond to stop traffic on a busy road to round all 10 of these babies up. That's when the officer decided to drive them all to the South Winds Golf Club where there was a large pond. The golf club has their own pet duck, named Stella, and she recently gave birth to 9 ducklings of her own. As soon as the officer released the abandoned babies into the pond, Stella came swimming over. She swooped in and took the babies right under her wing and led them away. It was such a sweet sight to see her welcome them all with open wings. Who knows what would've happened to these sweet ducks if the officer hadn't of saved them from the freeway. But now, they get to live out their life with a loving new momma and 9 other siblings. This is definitely a happy ending to the story!

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.

When Bilal Quintyne spotted a struggling woman on the street, he knew he needed to stop and help. The woman's batteries in her electric wheelchair had run out and she asked Bilal if he would call someone to help her get home. Bilal decided right then and there that God gave him an able body and he was going to make sure this stranger got home no matter what. "God blessed me with a able body. So WE pulled her home. A mile or not I wouldn’t go home until she was home." So he started to push her and the wheelchair and personally made sure this stranger got home. Bilal said "When God calls you for help, you're supposed to help. Period. Period." What an incredible way to look at the situation and I know this woman was beyond thankful for the help.

Beth Usher was just 5-years-old when she started to experience multiple seizures a day. Sometimes, she would have more than 100 seizures that would cause her to stumble or fall. During this time, the only thing that could comfort Beth was the television show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” For some reason, the voice of Mr. Rogers helped calm Beth down and she would not have any seizures. She started to look at him as an actual friend and not just a TV friend. 2 years later, Beth was diagnosed with a rare brain disease called Rasmussen’s encephalitis. Doctors suggested an intense brain surgery and before the big day, Beth's mother decided to try and reach Mr. Rogers' assistant in hopes of getting a card or picture for Beth. But Mr. Rogers went above and beyond and called Beth right before the surgery. She was able to talk to her friend and share all of her feelings. Then, after surgery, this amazing man came to visit Beth in the hospital and brought along all of his famous puppets. Beth was in a coma but just hearing the voice of her friend and confidant helped her come back to life. Mr. Rogers continued to keep in touch with Beth throughout the years and now she's sharing the touching story. What an incredible man.

Each week we do a devotional geared around one of the fifty states of the USA. This week - our 23rd state - the state of Maine.

StevieRay Hansen Book Release,A Long Journey Home, now available on Amazon.com
Most people will never be rejected by their family, outcast and alone at 14. Most people won’t be threatened, stalked and almost murdered by the mob. Most people will never serve time in a maximum-security prison. But everyone has gone through traumas and devastating disappointments. In this riveting memoir, StevieRay Hansen will lead you through his incredible journey from homeless kid to multimillionaire oilman willing to give a helping hand to other throwaway kids. “I realized that there was a powerful connection between forgiveness and prosperity,” Hansen says. “When I finally forgave my parents from my heart, it seemed as though whatever had blocked prosperity came unplugged. “I plowed money back into the business. I gave large amounts to widows and orphans. I made a startling discovery. I couldn’t give it all away. God kept multiplying it back to me. Forgiveness changed everything

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video based on a Don Cousins message at the Discovery Church in Orlando, FL

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Watch this video and find out more about the long term aims of The Wall are, and how we hope to impact the nation.

Little Bella wanted to dance in her recital, but she got a terrible case of stage fright and couldn't stop crying. Fortunately, her quick-thinking dad knew just what to do!

He joined her in the wings of the theater where she could see him. Bella calmed somewhat, but it wasn't until her daddy started dancing with her that she was able to relax and enjoy herself! Not only did her daddy, Marc, a successful lawyer, risk personal embarrassment to comfort his two and a half year old, but he did it all while carrying Bella's younger sister, Suri!

Marc shared, “At home [Bella's] always dancing, but on Tuesday, that energy was clearly lacking – she simply wasn’t having any of it. It was definitely instinctive [to jump on stage] and I really didn’t even consider my actions."

That being said, Marc is very cautious about not wanting to take away from attention from the other dancers on their big day. He just wanted to support his own little girl. The crowd loved it and cheered, and the video went viral.

Now, Marc is often kidded when he's in court for his job by everyone from jurors to police officers and magistrates asking him to give a little twirl or other dance moves. Marc's been a good sport about it and likes that his impromptu performance at the dress rehearsal has brought so much joy!

In this heartbreaking video, a tearful 5th grader sits across from 8 school board members to plead for help over a situation going on in her school. The young girl, Delanie Marcotte of Pollard Elementary School in New Hampshire, explained that bullying had gotten out of hand. She didn't know how to fix the problem, and asked for the board's help. “I have been threatened to get shot in the head by an AK-47 and buried in my backyard and many other things,” poor Delanie shared. She explained that she absolutely dreads going to school now because of her tormentors and her fear of them. "They call me names, threaten me, kick me, trip me." Delanie said. Delanie and her parents addressed the severe bullying with Delanie's school, but the problem continued. "I have been asked by the mother of my bully during a school field trip why I tried to get her son in trouble." Delanie shockingly shared. That's when her family decided to go to the school board to try to get help. Her parents were planning on doing the talking, but this brave young girl decided she wanted to stand up for herself! “I’m here to talk about a problem that means a lot to me. Bullying. Bullying is a problem at our school and I am a victim of it,” Delanie said. After this composed young lady finished speaking out against bullying, the impressed school board members applauded her! What a terrible problem to have to endure, but what an amazing display of bravery this young girl showed!

Fourteen years ago God gave Richard a vision to build a wall. A new inspirational landmark that will demonstrate to the world the goodness of God. A million bricks, each representing a unique story of Jesus answering a prayer.

What started as a vision is becoming a reality today and you can be part of it. #GetABrick #ShareYourStory #BuildTheWall Visit www.thewall.org.uk

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Michael is a former neo-nazi who was filled with so much hatred and regret, he didn't think anyone could ever love him. He experienced rejection and racism when he was 12 years old that sent him down the wrong path in life. He was hurtful to those who were different from himself from that point on, and he became heavily involved with drugs when he was only 15 years old. Then one day, God opened a window into Michael's heart. 'I cried like a baby the day my son was born. That's when I knew I had to walk away. I couldn't do it anymore.' But his self-hatred over the terrible actions from his past kept Michael from true happiness and healing. Until one day, God sent Michael an angel on earth, Tiffany, who threw up that window and would ultimately allow Michael to come to Christ. Tiffany was Michael's parole officer. All she had to do for her job was make sure Michael wasn't breaking any laws, but she went above and beyond. She showed Michael caring and Jesus' love. 'Why did you believe in me so much? Why did you keep coming back? Why did you want to help me to change?' Michael asked. 'I wanted you to be a better person.' Tiffany simply replied. 'I wouldn't be a good father, a good husband, a good man if it wasn't for your ...willingness to push me. I don't get it. But I'm thankful for that day you came to my gate.' Michael continued, expressing wonder at how anyone could love him. In his mind, he was a terrible person who didn't deserve love. 'The things I've done in the past, the people I've hurt...how can somebody love me for that? How can somebody respect me and accept me for the things I did? That's why I had all that hate in me. Because who would want me?' Tiffany had a one word response. Can you guess what it is? This video is such a powerful testament to the love of God. Watch the video to see how this unlikely friendship completely transformed a man who thought he was beyond saving. (And grab some tissues!)

When gunfire erupted at the Parkland, Florida high school, one teacher acted quickly--shielding students and saving 65 lives. theater teacher, Melody Herzfeld quickly ran to the door to her classroom and started rushing students inside! "I was just literally at the door just saying, 'Come on, come on, come on, move, move, move,' Melody said. For her bravery, Melody was recognized at the Tony Awards in New York."To our community, it's a sense of hope, it's a sense of happiness, and pride and joy to recognize that these people here that live here, and these students that go to this school, they're not just given everything, they work really hard for what they have, and to be recognized by such a special organization that doesn't just give stuff away, it's very meaningful to the whole community here." Melody's students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School made a surprise appearance at the Tony Awards Ceremony. The students and audience were all very emotional as the singers performed "Seasons of Love." What a beautiful way to honor this brave teacher and the victims of the senseless crime. Who else could feel the tears welling up listening to this one?