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A bride and groom were stunned when their guests broke out into a "Stand by Me" performance. Neither of them had any idea what was happening or why. Watch the short but sweet clip to hear the wedding guests sing "Stand by Me" and see the shocked expressions from the bride and groom.

Weddings are beautiful, life-changing ceremonies. They are the joining together of two people who vow to remain with one another for the rest of their lives, regardless of what life may throw at them. The moments and memories created on a couple's wedding day will be remembered and looked back upon fondly for years to come. What could be more beautiful than a wedding?

In addition to being beautiful and emotional ceremonies, weddings are often very organized, thoroughly planned and thought-out. Typically, every possible detail and item is meticulously and carefully accounted for and considered. That's why couples will allow for a year's gap between getting engaged and getting married. They want every detail to be perfect for their big day, and why not? Weddings are important and should be given the care and thought they deserve.

However, a clip posted on YouTube shows a special, heartwarming moment that neither the bride nor the groom had planned. In the video, the bride and groom sit at the front of the room when someone unexpectedly stands up and begins singing. The look on the couple's faces made it abundantly clear that neither of them had the slightest clue about what was happening. But they both went with it, letting the moment happen.

Then, slowly, more guests stood and joined in on the performance. Soon, a handful of guests were singing the beautiful, timeless love song "Stand by Me."

That is a moment they will remember for the rest of their lives.

Genesis 2:24 "For this cause will a man go away from his father and his mother and be joined to his wife; and they will be one flesh."

An “angel” bus driver’s kindness and love for a grieving student will touch you. The woman went out of her way to comfort a young man who had suffered loss. Watch the short but powerful clip to learn about this loving, kind, empathetic school bus driver.

Unfortunately, bad things do happen. Not every situation will be rainbows and roses, filled with happiness and joy. It is impossible to go through life without experiencing immense pain, hurt and sorrow. Sadly, those instances find their way to us all at one time or another, and, to make things even worse, they are often unavoidable.

Even the youngest, most vulnerable and innocent among us, children, are not spared from these moments of pain and heartache. Life is not fair, even when it comes to young children who should be able to go through childhood without a care in the world. A clip posted on YouTube explains the massive loss one young man suffered and what a school bus driver did when she knew he was hurting.

Anne Marie Torregrossa, a long-time bus driver, sees her position as more than just a job; it is a calling. She does what she can to make those who ride her bus feel special and loved, including 8-year-old Jack Monterecy. Jack has been riding Anne’s bus for several years now, and every morning on their way to school, the bus would pass by Jack’s grandfather’s house. Without fail, Jack’s grandfather would be out, standing at the end of his driveway to greet Jack and the bus as it drove by.

Sadly, Jack’s grandfather unexpectedly passed away. It was a devastating loss, for sure. To show Jack and his family love during their grieving time, Anne attended the funeral and also made Jack her special assistant on the bus. Jack understood what Anne was trying to do with the new, special designation.

“She was making me be better,” Jack said.

“I try to make a difference in a child’s life, and if I know I did that, I know I did my job,” Anne said.

Not only has she made a difference in Jack’s life, but his family’s as well.

“It’s not that she’s an amazing bus driver,” Jonathan Monterecy, Jack’s father, said. “She’s an amazing person. She’s an angel sent from heaven in a bus-shaped cloud.”

Philippians 2:4 “Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.”

A prayer at bedtime ✨ As I lay on my bed to sleep I pray to God my soul to keep And if any evil spirits waken me May the Blessed Virgin Mary save me Four corners on my bed Four angels overspread Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, God bless this bed that I lay on And if I die before I awake I pray to God my soul to take Amen🌙🙏 This soothing night-time prayer is perfect to end the day with peace, comfort, and God’s love. May it bring calm, blessings, and sweet dreams to all who listen. 💫 🕊️ Subscribe to True Pasture for more uplifting prayers and inspiring stories from the Bible. https://youtube.com/shorts/_QOkjKeBg7U?si=18urs4b1TphSA45c

Join us in the beautiful and timeless Glory Be Prayer. 🙏✨ Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit As it was in the beginning Is now, and ever shall be World without end Amen. A short, powerful prayer of praise to the Holy Trinity. 🌿 Follow TruePastureOfficial for daily prayers, uplifting messages, and spiritual inspiration. https://youtube.com/shorts/Cry-kVA-V4w?si=t4hvyGtvhj8gTd7p

Join us in this short and powerful recitation of the Lord’s Prayer. 🌿✨ 🙏 Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. Pause, reflect, and feel the presence of God in your daily life. Follow TruePastureOfficial for daily prayers, uplifting messages, and inspiration from Scripture. https://youtube.com/shorts/iL-g4pusJdE?si=kL02gIzihn-N3C-e

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A landlord walked a tenant down the aisle in a beautiful wedding moment. Be sure to grab the tissues before checking out this story because it'll likely cause your eyes to spring a leak. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to hear why a landlord gave a tenant away at her wedding.

Every couple's wedding day is a massive step. Those two people stand at an altar in front of God, their family and their friends and vow to remain together regardless of what life may throw at them. They promise each other that only death will separate them. What could be more beautiful than that?

Weddings are beautiful ceremonies, meant to be remembered and cherished for years to come. Those pictures and videos captured that day will be looked back upon fondly decades later. Nearly every aspect and moment of a wedding ceremony is significant and carries special meaning. In a clip posted on YouTube, a bride explains why she involved an unexpected individual during an important moment during her wedding.

Shacole Fox was set to get married, and everything was perfect. However, something was missing. She explains that she did not know her father, so she was unsure who would walk her down the aisle. The video explains that it became incredibly painful when she thought about that moment.

But then something unexpectedly beautiful and loving happened. Her landlord, 79-year-old Gil Pulliam, said he had an idea that Shacole was stressing out about that moment during her upcoming wedding. So, he asked if he could escort her down the aisle. Shacole responded immediately and enthusiastically, "Yes."

Shacole recalls that moment when Gil walked her down the aisle, saying it was "like a wound had been healed in her heart."

What an absolutely wonderful, beautiful and touching moment. I'm not sure anything will if that doesn't move you to tears.

Galatians 6:10 "So then, as we have the chance, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the family of the faith."

Robert Irwin visited his late father Steve Irwin’s Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He was visiting Los Angeles when he made a detour to the popular tourist spot, checking out his dad’s star on the sidewalk in Hollywood. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see Robert visit Steve Irwin’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

California is easily one of the most beautiful states in the country. There is literally every kind of landscape and climate. You can be up in the snow-covered mountains one hour and down in the hot and humid desert the next. There is countryside for those who prefer more rural settings, and massive cities for those who adore big, bustling, highly populated areas.

However, while California is a tourist destination for many, and deservedly so, Los Angeles is arguably the most popular city in the Golden State. It’s the city where many of your favorite films and television shows are produced, home to the massive Hollywood sign and it sits along the Pacific Ocean. However, the most popular attraction in LA is the Hollywood Walk of Fame. There you’ll find some of the biggest names in entertainment up and down the sidewalk, including Steve Irwin.

In a clip posted on social media, Robert stopped to check out his father’s star. He mentions that he had just gotten into town for “Dancing with the Stars.” It was a powerful and moving moment.

“Look who I found,” Robert says as he kneels by his late father’s star. “How cool is that? That’s so awesome! That’s so cool.”

That’s something that Robert and the rest of his family can always visit whenever they happen to be in Los Angeles. As Robert says in the video, how cool is that?

Proverbs 22:6 “If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it.”

A young man’s reaction to unexpected kindness from a stranger will melt your heart. He had no idea what was about to happen, but the look on his face clearly shows that he absolutely loved it. Watch the short but unbelievably sweet clip to see what the stranger did and how the young man responded.

Several things in this world will forever and always be in short supply. For starters, time is our most precious and invaluable commodity. It is constantly fleeting and disappearing. Once gone, not one second or minute can ever be recovered. We can never have too much time, and whenever you lose a loved one, you quickly and sadly realize this to be all too true.

On a much happier and upbeat note, kindness is another thing that we can never have enough of. While there are many kind and caring people in the world, there is and always will be room for more. A clip posted on YouTube captures one of these unexpected acts of kindness and how it made a young man’s day, possibly his week and entire month.

In the video, it’s explained that a young man, Bleu, has cerebral palsy and is in a wheelchair. The child was celebrating his birthday at an ice rink, and he told someone how much he would love to go out on the ice and skate around. Well, a stranger overheard the young man expressing his desire to go out on the ice, and that’s when something unexpected but unbelievably heartwarming and touching happened.

Instead of listening and forgetting about the child’s comments, a stranger asked to take Bleu out on the ice. The clip captures the moment when the young man is taken out onto the ice and the pure joy and happiness on the youngster’s face.

His reaction is enough to cause even the most stoic, unemotional person to shed a tear or two.

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.”

A man in his 90s proves that it’s never too late to chase a dream. Even at his advanced age, he pursued and achieved something that he had always wanted to do. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear what this man did despite being in his 90s.

Time is nothing that can be paused, stopped or reversed. As much as people may want to, it’s simply not possible. Since time keeps marching forward, aging is a natural and continual process that no one can stop or slow (despite beauty products promising to reverse aging). We are getting a little older with every second, minute, hour and day.

Since aging isn’t something we can control, shouldn’t we try to enjoy it? No amount of worrying will add any further time to our lives. I mean, what other option do we have? We should appreciate and take advantage of the time the Lord has given us on Earth and not be worried about our age or how it may impact us.

A clip posted on YouTube tells the story of 97-year-old John Toomey. John, who owns a barbecue restaurant, still comes to work every single day without fail. The video shows the elderly business owner making his rounds in the restaurant, checking on everything and greeting his employees.

The video mentions that John had always wanted to own a barbecue restaurant. It was a dream of his, but it wasn’t until he was 93 years old that he finally became the proud owner of the joint that serves some truly delicious food, as pointed out by the restaurant’s loyal customers.

He didn’t let his age prevent him from doing something that he had always wanted to do. Now, he says that owning the restaurant and coming in every day has been good for him.

“Yes, it gives me an interest and something to do,” John said.

What is something that you’ve always wanted to do, but have things like your age hold you back?

Psalm 71:9 “Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.”

An honest young man found a lost wedding ring in a parking lot and did the right thing. The youngster finds something nearly everywhere he goes, and one of his discoveries was something of great value and importance. Watch the short but touching video to hear what the little guy did after coming across the expensive piece of jewelry.

The wedding day is a monumental step for every couple. During that all-important ceremony, they vow to remain together forever, regardless of what life may throw at them. In addition to vows and promises, the two exchange rings, symbolizing their undying and unyielding commitment to each other.

So, naturally, a wedding ring is incredibly important because of when it was given and what it represents. Most people greatly cherish that piece of jewelry, keeping it under close watch and surveillance. If it were to become missing, that would result in great worry, consternation and stress for the individual who lost or misplaced it. Their anxiety would be off the charts until they were able to locate it.

A clip posted on YouTube tells how one young man, 10-year-old Kal Blank, discovered an expensive diamond wedding ring in the parking lot of a Costco. But instead of keeping the ring to himself, Kal and his mother worked to find the ring’s owner. She reached out to the store, reporting it missing, and as it turned out, someone had said their wedding ring had gone missing.

However, as the clip mentions, the child did a few things before returning it. He cleaned up the ring and even wrote a touching, heartwarming letter to its rightful owner.

“He is an extremely special kid, and you guys have to be so proud,” Mae Praetzel, the ring’s owner, told Kal’s parents.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake has forgiven you.”

A hardworking man who walks miles to his two full-time jobs was unexpectedly shown kindness and love. The beautiful, heartwarming story will cause you to wipe away a tear or two. Watch this short but powerful clip about how a little bit of kindness, care and consideration can go a long way.

How difficult is it to exhibit a little concern and kindness? It doesn’t require any special gift, talent, skill or even much time. Honestly, all that is really necessary is to spot a need and then care enough about the well-being of another to act. That’s it, and it’s something that everyone can do, regardless of their age or stage in life.

Christians are called to care for and look after others. While many people would rather go about their day and keep their heads down to avoid making eye contact with someone in need, Jesus says we are to act otherwise. When asked to name the greatest commandments, Christ answered that one of them was to love your neighbor as yourself. This would include helping others in need. Showing Christ-like love and kindness is precisely what some people did for one man in need.

The clip posted on YouTube tells the story of Rodolfo Depaz. Rodolfo has two full-time jobs—at Dairy Queen and Chipotle—and regularly works 80 hours a week. He gets to work by walking several miles a day - rain, shine or snow. He sends the money he earns back to his wife and two children in El Salvador.

Because Rodolfo sends money back to make a better life for his family, he does not have enough for a set of wheels, so he walks to work every day. That is, until one of Rodolfo’s co-workers, Emily, invited him to her house for dinner with her family. He became part of the family, enjoying weekends and holidays with them.

Emily’s father then asked Rodolfo to join his men’s Bible study group. Soon after joining the group, one of the members surprised him by giving him a car. Rodolfo no longer has to walk to work, and he’s eternally grateful for that, mentioning how the Lord has answered his prayers.

“Just said, ‘Thank God, you listen to me in my prayers every day,’” Rodolfo said.

John 13:34 “I give you a new law: Have love for one another; even as I have had love for you, so are you to have love one for another.”

This school bus driver found an unexpected way to ease nervous students. He knew the students would be experiencing first-day jitters and did what he could to help. Watch the short and sweet video to hear what the school bus driver did to provide some comic relief.

Everyone loves some form of comedy and to laugh, and that is an undeniable fact. Have you ever met anyone who hates laughing and all things funny? I know I haven't, and I certainly hope you haven't either. That would be one miserable individual, and getting away from them as quickly as possible would be best.

Laughter and all things funny are powerful. They can and do bring us together. Is there anything better than sharing a laugh with someone? Also, at least temporarily, laughter can ease our pain and alleviate fears. In a clip posted on YouTube, a school bus driver used comedy and laughter to help lessen the first-day jitters and nerves he knew a lot of students would be experiencing.

Lucas Champion, a school bus driver, was listening to music when he heard a classic, beloved rock song, ZZ Top's "Sharp Dressed Man," when he got an idea. He started rifling through his closet and pulled out his tuxedo from 2016. He decided that would be his outfit for the next day, the first day of the new school year.

So, why did the bus driver unexpectedly wear formal attire as he picked up the kids for school the next morning? As the video explains, Lucas wanted all the kids on his bus to board with smiles on their faces. He understood how the first day of school, especially for children, can be a bit daunting and overwhelming, so he did what he could to help put them at ease.

The video also points out that Lucas may make wearing a tuxedo on the first day of school an annual tradition.

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."

A woman with dementia stunned everyone when she sat down at a piano and played beautifully. Despite her condition, the woman put on a jaw-dropping and magnificent musical performance. Watch the short but powerful clip to listen to and see how the woman battling dementia played the piano. You likely will not believe your eyes or ears!

Currently, it’s still impossible to stop, slow down or even pause the passage of time. Although many may try, no one has yet found a way to accomplish that goal. Despite our objections, time continues marching forward with every passing second, minute, hour and day. So, that means aging is just a natural process, and there is nothing you or I can do about that. We will all continue to get older, even if we do not acknowledge our birthdays.

Sadly, while aging is a process we all endure, it is often not fun or enjoyable. That’s especially true when it starts to rob us or our loved ones of abilities we once took for granted. When people reach an advanced age, they might lose their ability to walk, speak, or even have trouble recalling memories, which is always painful to see a loved one endure. That’s why a clip posted on YouTube of an older woman playing a piano will likely bring you to tears.

The woman in the video has dementia. Sadly, she says she no longer remembers being able to play the instrument. However, she sits down in front of the piano and is told to “just try.” What happens next is mind-blowing!

Right before she plays, she says, “I don’t know it.” However, when her hands touch the keys, it’s like it all comes back to her. Her hands remember exactly how to play the instrument.

Even after putting on that outstanding display, the woman still says, “I don’t really know it.”  As the video’s narrator points out, this clip indicates that music is powerful, and can and does have an enormous impact on our brains. 

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

A mother's "Toy Story"-style farewell is the sweetest college sendoff. What this mom put together right before her son headed off to college will have you wiping away a tear or two or three. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see the tear-jerking display one mother set up for her son.

Every parent will agree that being called a mother or a father is the best, most important title you'll ever receive. Parents love and adore their children. Moms and dads don't refer to their youngsters as their pride and joy for no reason. It's one of those old, worn-out, cliché sayings that is actually true.

It's because of that immense, overwhelming and unconditional love that makes a child leaving to go to college such an emotional and even painful event. That child is no longer under mom and dad's roof and is out from under their parents' watchful eyes and protection. Anything can happen to that child when they are out in the world, and mom and dad will not be right there to keep them safe and make everything better. In a clip posted on YouTube, one mother created a unique way for her son to say goodbye to his childhood as he entered a new phase of his life.

In the video, the young man walks down the hallway and is greeted by his childhood toys and stuffed animals. They are all lined up against the way, preparing to say goodbye as the young man heads off to college.

In addition to his childhood toys, several pictures of him as a youngster have been placed on the wall. The young man is literally walking through his childhood memories, getting a chance to reflect upon where he's been and look at his childhood one last time.

As one person in the video mentions, the mother could not have set that all up without bawling her eyes out. While it was a lovely, sweet thing for her to do, it must have been nearly impossible to complete without getting emotional.

Proverbs 22:6 "If a child is trained up in the right way, even when he is old, he will not be turned away from it."

A sweet bond exists between a group of high school runners and a woman nicknamed the "popsicle lady." It's an unexpected connection, but one that is sure to bring a tear or two to your eye. Watch the short but tear-jerking video to hear why the connection between the runners and the woman is so special.

Although most people do not consider exercising particularly enjoyable, getting a certain amount of activity daily remains necessary for everyone. Even avid runners don't actually love running; they enjoy the feeling that comes after the run: the endorphins and sense of accomplishment.

Nevertheless, people still run all the time. There are entire sports where all the participants do is run, such as track and field events and cross country. Sadly, unlike other sports, the athletes in those sports do not get nearly as much fanfare as basketball, baseball or football. However, in a clip posted on YouTube, one woman shows a group of young runners appreciation and attention for their efforts in a unique and sweet way.

While training, a group of high school cross-country runners in Minnesota has a favorite route. It's the one that takes them by Sandy Bass's house, or the popsicle lady, as the young runners call her. That's because she treats all of them to a delicious frozen treat every time they come by her house. As the video points out, this has been happening for over a decade.

The kids absolutely love stopping by Sandy's house for a momentary break from a long run. For Sandy, it's about much more than handing out popsicles to youngsters. Sadly, Sandy's husband, Tim, died in April.

"When the kids started coming and ringing the doorbell and gave me a reason to get dressed, maybe some days," she said. "You'll probably get me crying now. It's everything."

What a beautiful story about a woman showing kindness to others, but who says she is getting much more in return.

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."

“I’ve made this decision [for Christ], now what am I going to do?” While riding the tube in London, Noel heard a sermon from Dr. Michael Youssef—and felt convicted to repent of his sins and change his ways. Learn how Dr. Youssef’s teachings have encouraged and equipped Noel to proclaim the Truth of Jesus on the streets of London. Hear more testimonies of God at work around the globe when you visit our website at https://www.ltw.org. Join us in our mission to passionately proclaim uncompromising truth. Subscribe to our channel and be part of a global ministry that is transforming lives every day.

A teacher’s selfless act for her coworker’s family will restore your faith in humanity. The educator’s love and kindness literally saved a life. Watch the short but powerful clip to see what the teacher did that saved a life because it will restore your faith in humanity, at least momentarily, anyway.

How far are you willing to go to help someone else? Many people would like to believe they’d go to extraordinary lengths to assist another person if they were in a position to do so. But is that true? Again, we’d like to think it was, but then we’d immediately start thinking about how much it would cost us to help another person. What would I lose or have to give up?

Of course, it’s human nature to be concerned about self-preservation. We want to make sure that we’ll be OK and have enough; after that, if we still feel comfortable, we’ll lend our assistance. But is that how Christians are supposed to help and act?

In a clip posted on YouTube, a woman, an elementary teacher, had a coworker whose husband was badly needing a kidney.  Without that transplant, he was not going to survive, and the couple’s two young children would grow up without ever knowing their father.

Understanding the family’s precarious situation, Lillian Johnston went and got tested to see if she was a match, and as it turned out, she was a perfect match. So, Lillian agreed to go under the knife and donated one of her kidneys to Allie Szcecinski’s husband, Brad.

“About 11 years ago, I was in a situation where I almost lost my life,” Lillian said. “And I remember thinking about my kids growing up without mom, and so that’s where my mind went.”

Lillian added that she was never scared but was actually excited.

To make the entire story even more unbelievable, the hospital where the transplant took place is on the cutting edge. Brad, who received the kidney, was not put under during the procedure. And the entire surgery didn’t even take an hour.

Philippians 2:3 “Doing nothing through envy or through pride, but with low thoughts of self, let everyone take others to be better than himself.”

A couple’s unique love story begins with a childhood bedroom rental. A man and a woman who eventually got married have one of the strangest and sweetest beginnings to their love story. Watch the short but sweet clip to hear how a relationship that resulted in marriage all started when she rented the man’s childhood bedroom.

No one wants to go through life alone. That would be a lonely and miserable existence. Marriage is the building block, the foundation, of society. That institution is a perfect environment to raise children.  A marriage relationship also meets and satisfies our desire for connection and relationship with others. Marriage, while like anything else worthwhile, is difficult and requires a lot of time, work and effort, but it is very much worth it.

Thanks to technological advances, there are many more ways to meet people today than five or ten years ago. However, the best way to meet someone is still in person, without a screen. A clip posted on YouTube explains how one man met his eventual wife after she agreed to rent his childhood bedroom in the house where his parents still live.

Little did Carisa know that when she found a place to stay on Furnished Finder, she was renting a bedroom from her future in-laws. It was her future husband’s room. As the two tell it, they first met when Andrew arrived to help Carisa move into her room, his former room. But they both admit, it wasn’t love at first sight.

Then something odd happened, which started these two down the path to marriage. Andrew and Carisa both had tickets to see John Foreman, the lead singer of the band Switchfoot. They were both going by themselves.

Knowing they were both going to the same concert alone, they shared a ride to the show. That night, the two of them stayed up into the wee hours of the morning talking. Two years later, Andrew and Carisa were saying, “I do,” at their Star Wars-themed wedding.

Love is a strange thing at times, and you never know where you may find it.

1 Corinthians 16:14 “Let all you do be done in love.”