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73-Year-Old Grandpa Miraculously Saves Drowning Toddler

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

A hero 73-year-old grandpa, whose legs were already weak, selflessly jumped into freezing cold water to save a drowning child.

Drowning Incident

Grandpa’s are lovable, especially children. There is just something special about the warmth that they offer children that would make them feel loved and secure. That’s why when the news about a 73-year-old grandpa risking his life to save a drowning toddler, it inspired and blessed millions.

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Photo Courtesy | YouTube – South China Morning Post

In a video shared by South China Morning Post, an elderly man whose legs are already weak selflessly rescued a 1-year-old girl.

The video revealed that the elderly man was busy fixing over something in what seemed like a backyard. Then he heard the cries of the drowning toddler asking for help nearby.

Hero Grandpa

Apparently, the hole was two meters deep filled with freezing cold water. Hence, it would be dangerous for a 75-year-old to jump into the water. But nevertheless, the grandpa took action and did not hesitate to rescue the child. Even with his weak legs and fragile body, the compassionate grandpa immediately jumped into the water. And thank God, the little girl was rescued.

Photo Courtesy | YouTube – South China Morning Post

Soon after, several people flocked to the scene and also helped the 75-year-old. They hailed praised him for his selfless act and hailed him a hero. But for the grandpa brushed off the acclaims and said, “I was the only person there. If I hadn’t gone to rescue her who would?”

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According to the report, both the 1-year-old and the grandpa are now safe. They were in a stable condition after a check-up in the hospital. Further, authorities acknowledged the elderly man’s heroic act. Many netizens also applauded him, and it’s evident with the video’s over two million views on YouTube.

Praise God for the protection of both the toddler and the grandpa.

Watch the epic moment in the video below and be blessed!

Elderly man jumps into water to save drowning toddler in China

Reference | Faithpot and South China Morning Post

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88-Year-Old Grandpa Graduates With His 23-Year-Old Granddaughter

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

An 88-year-old grandpa captivates the heart of thousands as he graduates together with his 23-year-old granddaughter.

Dream Of Grandpa To Finish A Degree

In an interview with GMA, Melanie Salazar detailed the story behind her grandfather, Rene Neira, finishing a degree at an advanced age. According to her, it was always her grandpa’s dream to graduate college. Hence, since the 1950s, he has been in and out of school. However, when he fell in love and got married, he could barely finish his studies. So, he decided to quit school to focus on raising his family.

Photo Courtesy | YouTube – Good Morning America

Then finally, in 2017, Rene and his granddaughter enrolled together at the University of Texas-San Antonio.

“There were times when we would get lunch together,” Melanie recounted. “Be in the library together, and just work silently side-by-side.”

Graduating Together

And four years later, the grandfather-granddaughter duo finally graduated. With Melanie pushing her grandpa’s wheelchair, they went up the stage. The 23-year-old graduated with a degree in Communications while Rene finished with a degree of recognition in Economics.

Grandpa graduates with granddaughter

Photo Courtesy | YouTube – Good Morning America

“I wanted to cry out of happiness, that I was able to have that memory,” Melanie said as everyone broke into applause and cheered for them. “And really because I’m so really proud of my grandpa knowing and seeing how hard he has to work.”

Since then, their inspiring story has been making headlines. People who were blessed by their story said nothing but good words for the duo.

“Awww…I love stories like these. This was such a beautiful moment. Congrats to the both of them. Grandpa definitely demonstrated that one shouldn’t give up on their dreams no matter how long it takes,” one netizen wrote.

Another who did not go to school was inspired to enroll again. The user wrote, “I’m motivated to go back to school myself, thanks for this.”

Indeed, God has given Rene the strength, wisdom, and grace to finish his degree despite his old age. Praise God for his success!

23-year-old woman graduates college alongside her 88-year-old grandfather l GMA

Reference: Faithpot

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Healthcare workers claps for grandpa
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78-Year-Old Grandpa Beats Coronavirus And Revels With Healthcare Workers

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

Healthcare workers applauded a 78-year-old grandpa as he victoriously walks out from the hospital after beating coronavirus.

Ian Hornby’s grandfather was taken to the hospital due to pneumonia. It scared him as it turned out that he had coronavirus. We all know that this virus is life-threatening for the elderlies and those with pre-existing medical conditions.

Battling Against Coronavirus

The 78-year-old was confined in the hospital for several days. Many days battling the virus and not even a single family member was allowed to visit him. How utterly terrifying is that? Nobody knew if he would make it or not. Only God knew.

God Showed Me This Lie About COVID-19

Finally, after ten excruciating days, Ian’s granddad beat the odds! He kicked COVID-19 to the curb.

He really did fight hard to live, considering the response from the health-workers.

Healthcare Workers Honors The Grandpa

Ian posted on a video Twitter how the healthcare workers honored his grandpa when he was leaving the hospital.

The health-workers met him outside his room. They formed a line along the hallway while observing social distancing and applauded him. He stopped for awhile and expressed his appreciation to some of the nurses as well. More so, he raised his hand in revel to his hard, well-earned victory.

Battle Continues

The fight isn’t yet over for Ian’s grandpa. As well as for the healthcare workers.

Every healthcare worker continues to put their lives on the line every day to serve the people. There are still the crazy long shifts, sleepless nights, and thoughts of whether they would get infected anytime even when they’re following protocol..

Also, Ian’s grandfather will continue to do self-isolation at home. He needs to stay healthy and stay vigilant even though he had already beat the odds.

Praise God for sustaining and healing Ian’s grandpa!

Watch the heartwarming video below and see the victorious walk of a COVID-free patient after a long suffering.

Source: Shareably

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Grandpa Battling Cancer Wishes To Be Baptized Before He Dies

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

A grandpa from Spartanburg, South Carolina diagnosed with terminal cancer and his final wish is to be baptized in water.

Jenis Grindstaff had been an air traffic controller for 25 years. He had also served in the Navy stationed in Cuba and Guantanamo. But today, he is in his 80’s and dying of cancer. Jenis is in the care of Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home.

Grandpa Wishes To Be Baptized In Jesus’ Name

Despite the struggle of fighting cancer, Jenis requested to be baptized. And he didn’t want just water sprinkled, he wanted to be immersed in the water.

“I’ve always loved Jesus,” he said in an interview.

Moreover, one of his son revealed that his dad had always read the Bible. Everyone in their family have already been baptized yet Jenis had not. But with the end of life looming before him, Jenis wanted to profess his faith by being baptized in water as it’s written in the Bible. He sensed “something missing”.

“The rest of his family, his brothers and sisters, have been baptized, and for some reason or another, he just never got around to getting it done,” his son Craig revealed.

The Final Wish Granted

And so without hesitation, the staff members at the home hospice granted his dying wish.

Terrell Jones, the Chaplain thought, “We’re going to make this happen.”

“It’s about our patients’ wishes. We’re grateful to honor Mr. Grindstaff’s wishes,” the chaplain said.

Using the hospice special needs fund, the hospice team found another way to baptize him. His condition wouldn’t allow him to be baptized at home or in a traditional baptismal pool. Instead they used a 60-gallon tub with a seat and a door just fit for a patient to walk in and sit down.

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And at last, the chaplain then baptized Jenis, “My beloved son, Jenis James Grindstaff, I now at this time baptize you in the name of the Father, Son, and of the Holy Ghost and in Jesus’ Name.”

When Jenis got up from the water he said, “That felt good.”

Finally, Jenis was baptized like his beloved Jesus. Now there is nothing missing, nothing left undone for Jenis. He can go home to the Lord in peace.

The video of Jenis’ baptism has gone viral with over 200,000 views. Jenis hopes his baptism will help evangelize the lost.

“If I reach one person, it’s a great deal.”

Upstate man in hospice granted final wish of getting baptized

Source: Church Leaders

 

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