'Dear, Jesus, please help them,' WTVA Chief Meteorologist Matt Laubhan prays as tornado sweeps

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  • @eithnemelee2997
    @eithnemelee2997 Рік тому +1749

    I’m a meteorologist and this is, without a doubt, our worst nightmare. In the face of a disaster like this and feeling so powerless to stop it, it doesn’t matter what religion you are or if you’re religious at all, that sort of prayer transcends religion and culture and goes right to your heart. It’s the most sincere form of prayer and the most important. May this gentleman be blessed many times over for the composure and caring he showed in the face of disaster.
    EDIT: some of y'all in the replies need to learn to behave yourselves. I'm not even slightly religious myself but I can still damn sure appreciate the compassion of prayer shown in the face of uncontrollable disaster. this isn't about christians vs atheists or any other religion, it's about human empathy.

    • @BaronFeydRautha
      @BaronFeydRautha Рік тому +14

      Wishes don't have any impact on reality.

    • @kay-collins
      @kay-collins Рік тому

      @@BaronFeydRautha look I’m not a fan of the church or “religion” myself but really what’s the point in your comment?? 1, comments like this is not going to change the minds of people who are religious. & 2, it’s just not the time or the place... Idk if there even is a time or place that would make sense to try to talk someone out of belief in religion, but, if there was, this certainly wouldn’t be it.
      Also, when you do this bs, you’re acting JUST like the judgmental & hypocritical church going mfs you don’t like... except instead of berating people with threats of going to hell if they don’t believe & acting holier than thou, you’re acting like a know it all & making condescending remarks talking down to people FOR believing... both Christians like them & atheists like you make your respective communities look bad & you’re the reason why people outside of each do not fck with y’all..

    • @messiahsfollower4643
      @messiahsfollower4643 Рік тому +98

      ​@@BaronFeydRautha wishes do not prayers do.

    • @BaronFeydRautha
      @BaronFeydRautha Рік тому +25

      @@messiahsfollower4643 There's no difference between the two

    • @messiahsfollower4643
      @messiahsfollower4643 Рік тому +61

      @@BaronFeydRautha whatever you say pal have a nice life .

  • @hhyperbaIIad
    @hhyperbaIIad Рік тому +7462

    this was the last thing my family heard from the storm shelter right beside the tv, then our power shut out and the pressure of the tornado was felt, and we heard glass shatter and everything. we were praying so much and we are so grateful we are alive. our truck is destroyed and we will have to move in an airbnb for a few months until they fix our backyard and roof but we are so grateful to be alive. thank you matt lauhban for everything you do for us in this area.
    UPDATES: me and my sister are staying at our great aunt’s house while our parents stay home and sort everything out. there are no airbnbs left and so we will be in a camper out on our property for a little while until the damage is fixed. a lot of the upstairs will be replaced, my father is a veteran and so we thankfully have great people backing us up, shouldn’t take all too long to get back on our feet.

    • @toryberch
      @toryberch Рік тому +164

      I'm so glad you all made it through and you have a very warm caring weather guy. Praying for your community and may God bless you all through this trauma 🙏💜

    • @jairusbarringer7525
      @jairusbarringer7525 Рік тому +71

      Glad yall made it through it

    • @robertrhodessr3664
      @robertrhodessr3664 Рік тому +127

      Thank Jesus you're still ok, many prayers being said for you!

    • @KAH5371
      @KAH5371 Рік тому +85

      Thank you, Jesus for protecting this family. 🙏❤

    • @jjjackson5183
      @jjjackson5183 Рік тому +43

      I am so glad to hear that you all made it through safely. ❤ Praise God!

  • @bonniebrown1566
    @bonniebrown1566 Рік тому +9588

    This made me so emotional. I get so tired of cold news reporters. To see how human and caring he was in this moment was very moving…

    • @randymillhouse791
      @randymillhouse791 Рік тому +196

      Absolutely! I was never a religious person. But this man was shaken by what he saw and behaved his way with compassion. No fault there.

    • @ztwntyn8
      @ztwntyn8 Рік тому +67

      Me too been there and he knows how bad it is

    • @ourblissfulhaven
      @ourblissfulhaven Рік тому +24

      🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @americandissident9062
      @americandissident9062 Рік тому +95

      He’s still a local guy. Probably hired based on merit and not on his ability to be politically correct and spew the party narrative.

    • @michellelambert8729
      @michellelambert8729 Рік тому +44

      Apparently people working there had family and friends in Amory.

  • @derrickrr5516
    @derrickrr5516 7 місяців тому +2289

    For those of you wondering, Amory was heavily damaged, with no fatalities.
    Reference: Amory Escapes Without Fatalities

    • @bradm7585
      @bradm7585 7 місяців тому +97

      @@MelodyJ_123 I lived in Joplin, MO during the tornado 13 years ago when 158 people died. I prayed all night, along with countless others and still lost 3 friends that day. Haven't prayed since. Where was the power of prayer that night? I doubt that will ever be answered.

    • @derrickrr5516
      @derrickrr5516 7 місяців тому +103

      @@bradm7585 I hear you man. My grandmother survived genocide in Yugoslavia, lived a life of selflessness, went to church every week and had more faith than I ever have and she died in a house fire when she was 92, just hours after my mother-in-law died peacefully in her sleep. That was a real crap pile of a day. Life really sucks sometimes and unfortunately no one is immune to tragedy. I have no answers. I’ve been seeking answers myself. I’ve had other things happen too, even worse than that, that I’m still seeking answers for. I too wish all prayers were answered. I too have struggled with my faith. I just wanted to point out in this instance a man prayed on tv and no one died. Coincidence? I don’t know. Maybe. But I’m very happy no one died in that town. I’m also happy you and your family survived. I’m terribly sorry for the loss of your friends and everything else that tornado did to Joplin. I pray God reveals himself to both of us and strengthens our faith again, soon! Never close the door for good. That’s my wish for you. I hope to see you in heaven some day.

    • @aze0012
      @aze0012 7 місяців тому +28

      ​@@derrickrr5516the... well, personal answer i came to is
      Praying is fine, it can strenghten your spirit, steel your will. But personally i wont expect things to happen just because i prayed for it, better to go and do something about the situation.
      And despite all that, shitty things can happen to you anyway. It's just how life is. Compared to... well, the great force of a tsunami or an earthquake, we humans are painfully small.
      All in all, i just dont think much about these things. Just live life to the fullest as much as you can. Thats really about the only thing anyone CAN do.

    • @SandraS.
      @SandraS. 7 місяців тому +1

      Yay!!❤

    • @jessiefrye3045
      @jessiefrye3045 7 місяців тому +29

      The Prayers of a righteous man, availeth much.

  • @jannaknight9384
    @jannaknight9384 Рік тому +3251

    This is my meteorologist in Mississippi and we absolutely love him. He is a good man and he goes above and beyond his job as a weather forecaster and I wouldn't trade him for anyone else in the world. He had been telling us for 2 days there would be tornadoes and there would be 1 or 2 massive devastating ones that would be life threatening and he said exactly where those would be and 1 of those bad ones would come right through where I live and he was 100% correct. Matt even gets on his own Facebook when he's off and continues to be here for us through all of it. I've seen him be the only one still reporting after all the rest have taken cover at the tv station. Matt deserves any & every award that pertains to being a Chief Meteorologist because he cares about his family and all his viewers. We are BLESSED to have him.

    • @historybookworm
      @historybookworm Рік тому +23

      Who was Craig’s family that he was worried about? A fellow meteorologist?

    • @gaylejideofor6198
      @gaylejideofor6198 Рік тому +30

      Thank you for your personal insight into this local event. God bless and continue to knit back together the scattered people and places of your community. Its SOULS that create the heart of a community and this one has one big hear. Luv and prayers from Minnesota

    • @BlackCoffeeee
      @BlackCoffeeee Рік тому +47

      I don't know of him, but this man's respect is clearly earned. People such as him are gold.

    • @kjkernSerendipity
      @kjkernSerendipity Рік тому +18

      That gives me chills and remembering James Spann as the tornado ripped through Tuscaloosa, Al, April 27, 2011.

    • @Grimey.1
      @Grimey.1 Рік тому +7

      That guy is a local gem!

  • @deanhirasawa1414
    @deanhirasawa1414 Рік тому +6202

    I may not be a Christian, but this was a heartfelt prayer from a meterologist who knew this was possibly a mile wide EF-4 that had destroyed two other towns in the past hour. I would like to think the people of Amory and all those in Mississippi in the 100 mile path of this monster tornado appreciated his prayer!

    • @richardbaker_0086
      @richardbaker_0086 Рік тому +246

      It blows my mind how people can see what is happening in these times and not believe the Bible. Everything coming to pass just as it is written. Better wise up friend.

    • @pattybates6788
      @pattybates6788 Рік тому +82

      AMEN!

    • @PilotVBall
      @PilotVBall Рік тому

      It was the words of a delusional man. A man who has yet to come to terms with reality. Perhaps a man suffering from psychological problems and delusions that there is a sky daddy.

    • @brittanyangelina_
      @brittanyangelina_ Рік тому +138

      You don’t have to be a “Christian” or labeled or religious…
      Your belief is enough. Your heart is enough.
      Try Him out. You may like the rest you seek ❤

    • @donoliver96
      @donoliver96 Рік тому +81

      Bow your head in prayer ask God to forgive you of your sins ask him to come into your heart you already recognized the sign of prayer he will take all of the weight off your shoulders you will be fine

  • @cak8132
    @cak8132 Рік тому +915

    What a guy. He’s a meteorologist and he knows the danger of these types of tornados. His prayer was so heartfelt. Bless him and his family. Those folks in Mississippi are facing a major cleanup now. I hope they receive all the help and assistance they need.

  • @DrBeckyEm
    @DrBeckyEm 7 місяців тому +31

    We love our Matt! He is somewhat like James Span (as from Alabama now live in MS.) Matt’s first day was “baptism by fire!” His first day occurred on April 27, 2011! He is a very warm and cares the people he is providing info regarding weather. He cares!!!

    • @BackupPlans1
      @BackupPlans1 6 місяців тому

      That must have been a rough first day.

  • @mpireone
    @mpireone Рік тому +2146

    His genuine sincere heartfelt thoughts and visibly shaken self... is a true human being

    • @foofookachoo1136
      @foofookachoo1136 Рік тому +12

      Isn’t he , though??!!!

    • @delilahrainelle7158
      @delilahrainelle7158 Рік тому +16

      @@foofookachoo1136 really? You really want to criticize this man for praying on air?

    • @nathanstroud2223
      @nathanstroud2223 Рік тому +10

      It's not criticism. People say "isn't he/she?" to back up what was already said about a person.

    • @pimslickins710
      @pimslickins710 Рік тому +3

      @@delilahrainelle7158 Know how to decipher?

    • @yvonneplant9434
      @yvonneplant9434 Рік тому +12

      This is also why knowing some science is important. He knows exactly what these storms can do.

  • @travelwithus750
    @travelwithus750 Рік тому +1630

    At that exact moment my family and I was in shelter just up from our home that took a direct hit. But Matt if your listening u r the reason my family is alive. Your work saved our life. I normally don’t go to shelter but I saw the worry u had and went. So thank u.

  • @LesaLegit
    @LesaLegit Рік тому +400

    I heard this prayer this morning on news recap. Thanks to the meteorologist for praying for these people in their time of need. This brought me tears. We need more of this type of coverage - facts and prayers.

  • @ApolloNVM
    @ApolloNVM 7 місяців тому +30

    What a great thing to do. Even if you aren't religious. To show this much empathy and care for your viewers and community is so admirable.

  • @kopsie6379
    @kopsie6379 Рік тому +512

    I could feel this man fear and compassion for the people in danger. Shed a few tears knowing now what happened.

    • @shirleylambey1553
      @shirleylambey1553 Рік тому +20

      Josh Amen to THAT am not ashamed to own my LORD

    • @youtubewhenbored728
      @youtubewhenbored728 Рік тому

      Why do people cry for people around the world? How does it affect randoms?

    • @hhyperbaIIad
      @hhyperbaIIad Рік тому +6

      @@youtubewhenbored728 thats called empathy, of which you clearly lack.

    • @codyking4848
      @codyking4848 7 місяців тому +4

      @@youtubewhenbored728 Better hope it never happens to you. Then you'll be wondering why noone is crying for you.

  • @drachster4328
    @drachster4328 Рік тому +1523

    I am not what you would call a religious person, but I have mad respect for the genuine empathy and care this man felt for all those people. I personally have never seen someone express themselves like this before. We need more people like this man in the world today. I could literally feel his heart breaking when he seen the path of the tornado. My deepest condolences to those who were lost, injured, frightened beyond belief, and to those that lost loved ones. May whatever God you look up too be with you all in this frightening time.

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 Рік тому +43

      I Thank God that God is not about Religion but about Truth and Love 🙌
      I hope you look past the Lies of Religions and TV Jesus to read God's word (AKJV) and find Truth........
      That's where Freedom lives 🙌🙏
      If the Truth MAKES you Free then SURELY the lack thereof MAKES you a Slave 😷
      SEEK TRUTH for Freedom.
      Blessings 🙏

    • @Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ
      @Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ Рік тому +23

      YHVH, incarnate bodily in Jesus Christ, is the Creator. No other “gods” exist, Isaiah 44. He is the First and the Last, and apart from Him, I know no other God, no, not one. The LORD Jesus Christ says He is the First and the Last in ReveIation 1, because He is the visible image of the invisible YHVH, Colossians 1:15, the Godhead in bodily form, Colossians 2:9. It’s worthless to pray to anyone but the Father, YHVH, or the Son, Jesus Christ, who are united as one LORD, because faIse gods can’t help you.

    • @Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ
      @Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ Рік тому +21

      @@debraallen63, Amen, dear sister in Christ! Praying to the false gods, of the false religions, of this world is useless. Jesus Christ, YHVH incarnate, is the only God, the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Praise Him!

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 Рік тому +19

      @@Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ Thank you. Jesus IS the Only Way!!

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 Рік тому +5

      @@Redeemed.of.YHVH.thru.Christ You do know earth is Flat and not a Globe 🌎......
      We live INSIDE of God's Flat Earth Footstool (Isaiah 66:1). God's word is Truth 🙌
      Blessings 🙏

  • @Lily_of_the_Forest
    @Lily_of_the_Forest Рік тому +332

    He really cared. Cared about complete strangers. That kindness is comforting.

    • @catalincata9043
      @catalincata9043 Рік тому +6

      Thats what it’s required to be a Christian. Bless them when they curse you and pray for one another. A few of the many great commandments give onto us from our Lord Jesus Christ.

    • @shimo_96
      @shimo_96 Рік тому +2

      @@catalincata9043 I'm not even a Christian, and I still pretty much do that. It doesn't matter if the person hates my guts simply because I exist, I'll still genuinely feel bad for them when fit hits the shan (if you catch what I mean by that 😂) in their world and they're going through a lot.

    • @shimo_96
      @shimo_96 Рік тому +2

      Reminds me of an older news video. The meteorologist broke down into tears live on the air after seeing what the storm they were tracking was going to do. I don't know how someone could have a job like that and not cry. You literally are telling everyone in that area "there is this massive, deadly storm heading your way, and you could very likely die in the next 20 minutes." It's like that scene in the movie "Only The Brave" (I recommend you watch it if you haven't) when Brendan McDonough walks into the gym and every person in there breaks down into tears because when he walked in, he confirmed that the single closest people to everyone in that room had died.

    • @scaryperi3051
      @scaryperi3051 Рік тому +3

      Too bad god didn't care to not send the deadly tornadoes in the first place. Thank god for sparing you during a natural disaster (or really anything) is like thanking a serial killer for sparing you and killing your neighbors instead. Then again, reasoning isn't strong with the religious; if it were, they wouldn't be religious in the first place.

    • @scaryperi3051
      @scaryperi3051 Рік тому

      @@catalincata9043 Christianity is not only factually not true (as in its claims) but is also morally bankrupt. Believing in eternal punishment for finite crimes is evil. believing that god controls everything, and thus sent the tornadoes that killed innocent people is evil. your god is evil and you are, by proxy, are at least ignorantly so--and that makes you and yours dangerous.

  • @hollygennaro5874
    @hollygennaro5874 6 місяців тому +658

    He didn't care who heard him, he was truly concerned about the people in the tornado's track. It wasn't just something to say, like, Oh my God, I cannot find my phone." This was an actual prayer from the heart, to protect those people. What a kind man!

    • @BaronFeydRautha
      @BaronFeydRautha 6 місяців тому +2

      Yep. He felt helpless and really wanted to pretend that he was doing something tangible to help.
      He definitely preyed

    • @svfutbol20
      @svfutbol20 6 місяців тому +6

      Why did God invent tornados?

    • @hospitalcakewalk
      @hospitalcakewalk 6 місяців тому +2

      I can't believe God did thjs

    • @gandalf0987
      @gandalf0987 6 місяців тому

      ​@@BaronFeydRauthayou're definitely a sick man.

    • @larrytate4586
      @larrytate4586 6 місяців тому

      @@svfutbol20God didn’t invent tornados, Satan is the Prince of the power of the air, his domain is the 1 heaven, that which is the atmosphere around the Earth. He creates the destruction of the atmosphere.

  • @gregorycarlson6632
    @gregorycarlson6632 Рік тому +832

    It is so wonderful that this man sees his job as more than just a job. Lord, bless this man and his family.🙏👍

  • @sadieratliff2401
    @sadieratliff2401 Рік тому +4638

    He is a true Christian. He didn’t even think about it. He knew how bad it was and his heart cried out. No filter- just real. I respect him immensely for that.

    • @yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357
      @yeshuaiscomingbackrepent2357 Рік тому +56

      Amen.

    • @jeanineruggs7301
      @jeanineruggs7301 Рік тому +45

      AMEN!!!!

    • @ELIE-3173
      @ELIE-3173 Рік тому +178

      As a non-chistian, this is the only form of religion everyone is ok with: showing empathy and concern for your fellow man. It's when y'all start trying to dictate how others live and love that most have an issue with.

    • @j.j.8741
      @j.j.8741 Рік тому +8

      HEAR HEAR AMEN!

    • @ExperienceEric
      @ExperienceEric Рік тому +83

      @@ELIE-3173 Funny how little self reflection so may have. If anyone today is trying to dictate how others live their lives its the far left.

  • @adamfeickwx
    @adamfeickwx Рік тому +763

    As a fellow meteorologist this is something I hope I never have to do. He is a great example of how to stay calm and composed, also that this isn't just a job he's working. It's about helping protect life and property, and his community is blessed to have him!

    • @robdagr8te
      @robdagr8te Рік тому +28

      This man is the best severe weather meteorologist we’ve ever had in north Mississippi. We truly are blessed to have him.

    • @god563616
      @god563616 Рік тому +5

      Thank you for your service❤❤❤❤

    • @wxman5401
      @wxman5401 Рік тому +3

      I remember the sinking feeling watching the west side of Moore, OK get hit with EF4 live in 2013.

    • @nicole577
      @nicole577 Рік тому +1

      That was a EF5 that hit Moore in 2013.

    • @deborahriley8136
      @deborahriley8136 Рік тому +1

      Thanks to both of you for your part in keeping people safe and informed. That same thanks goes out to the local emergency response agencies and weather spotters.

  • @gingerleamcwow435
    @gingerleamcwow435 7 місяців тому +86

    As someone who has lived in an area where tornadoes are just a part of life that you have to get used to, this gave me chills and brought tears to my eyes. He knew exactly what he was looking at and what that meant for those people. It's very surreal when it happens in your own backyard. I'm glad they had a compassionate person to talk them through this. It may sound silly, but most of us develop a love for our meteorologists. Growing up, Dan "The Man" Satterfield (ifkyk) was ours. Many tornadic afternoons, you would hear him screaming from the tvs to warn us latch-key kids of what was coming & how to handle it. Step 1: Turn up the tv as loud as you can. Step 2: Get a helmet or pillows to cover your head. Step 3: Get in a closet or bathtub. Step 4: Do NOT come out until Dan tells you to. ❤

    • @clairdelunefan
      @clairdelunefan 7 місяців тому +6

      Oh wow! That made me tear up. Sounds like a good man. We all appreciate that kind of comfort during catastrophic events. 😊

    • @Ark-Angel44
      @Ark-Angel44 7 місяців тому +1

      That's amazing! ❤

    • @jacquelinehale7040
      @jacquelinehale7040 7 місяців тому +6

      Dan was the man! People laughed at him telling kids to put helmets on or whatever they had to keep their heads safe. No he just cared about those kids at home alone and about protecting their brains. Most other injuries can be repaired. I was still following him in Oklahoma, and somehow I haven't seen anything from him in a while, but he still watches our weather here in Alabama. He is a good man 😊

  • @nikkil764
    @nikkil764 Рік тому +676

    Bless him. Sad that this would be unusual. As a Katrina survivor, we truly appreciated everyone who prayed for us that night as our lives changed forever. Of all people, a meteorologist knows just what those numbers and images mean.

    • @evilsharkey8954
      @evilsharkey8954 Рік тому +5

      A lot of news reporters try to stay professional and don’t let their true feelings show.

    • @Graphics_Card
      @Graphics_Card Рік тому +2

      Survived Irma and Matthew. Those things were no joke.

    • @nikkil764
      @nikkil764 Рік тому +13

      @@evilsharkey8954 Being cold and lacking empathy isn’t professional. This man showed an honest concern expressed in a way that is meaningful to many of the people affected.

    • @melr6235
      @melr6235 Рік тому +6

      @@evilsharkey8954 in a time like that, it’s impossible not to be human and have a heart for those impacted. He’s a real one.

    • @melr6235
      @melr6235 Рік тому +1

      @@nikkil764 preach 💯💯💯💯💯

  • @bobloblaw2958
    @bobloblaw2958 Рік тому +1620

    I don't know this brother, but I love him for this.

  • @Hurricane0721
    @Hurricane0721 Рік тому +713

    As a meteorologist he understood that the poor people in that town were in imminent danger to their life and safety. All you can do for others in a horrific situation where others are facing a life or death situation is to pray for them!

    • @luvshak3095
      @luvshak3095 Рік тому +5

      "All you can do for others in a horrific situation where others are facing a life or death situation is hope for them!" FIFY

    • @ghostwhite1648
      @ghostwhite1648 Рік тому +15

      @@luvshak3095 he PRAYED to Jesus. You need to REPENT and ask him into your life before you fix anyone else!
      “Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.”
      ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭7‬:‭5‬ ‭KJV‬‬

    • @scottythetrex5197
      @scottythetrex5197 Рік тому +9

      Do you really think that does anything?

    • @ghostwhite1648
      @ghostwhite1648 Рік тому

      @@scottythetrex5197 the cia knows we are energetic beings not evolved fish google it. Jesus the truth the way the life.

    • @carolinematusevich889
      @carolinematusevich889 Рік тому +6

      @@ghostwhite1648 You know nothing about him. That passage from Scripture that you posted was meant for YOU. Now, get to repenting.

  • @jamesrousculp1974
    @jamesrousculp1974 Рік тому +70

    He was showing his human side and he was truly concerned about the people in harms way that night

  • @NoGoodNames20
    @NoGoodNames20 Рік тому +433

    The helplessness. He sees what’s about to happen and does the only thing he can do. Offer a prayer that the damage isn’t too server

    • @davidcattin7006
      @davidcattin7006 Рік тому +7

      And, because god already knows what's going to happen, it's rude to suggest to him that he change his mind.

    • @overcomingjeff
      @overcomingjeff Рік тому

      @@davidcattin7006 - God changed his mind at least 19 times that are documented in Scripture, such as in Exodus 32:14: ““So the Lord changed his mind about the terrible disaster he had threatened to bring on his people.”
      The fact that God is completely sovereign (all powerful) does not mean that he always chooses to exercise total control over all events. Therefore, praying for God to protect people from a natural disaster is neither rude, nor “suggesti[ng] that he change his mind.”
      God’s character does not change, he is always holy, always just, always merciful, etc. But he has, does, and can change his mind. If you dispute that, you’re calling the Bible a lie, at least these verses:
      Jeremiah 29:16
      Numbers 23:19
      1 Samuel 15:29
      Isaiah 31:2
      2 Corinthians 1:19
      Jonah 4:2
      Exodus 32:12
      Amos 7:3
      Amos 7:6
      Jonah 3:9
      Jonah 3:10
      Jeremiah 18:8
      Jeremiah 26:3
      Jeremiah 26:13
      Jeremiah 42:10
      2 Samuel 24:16
      Jeremiah 18:10
      Ezekiel 7:22
      More details here: bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/God-Changing-His-Mind

    • @SRose-vp6ew
      @SRose-vp6ew Рік тому +5

      “You have not because you ask not and when you ask you ask for wrongful reasons.” I don’t know what theology would cause a person to think that they can’t pray and ask God to intervene, but it’s not in scripture.

    • @ochango3348
      @ochango3348 Рік тому

      @@davidcattin7006 idiot

    • @Armistead_MacSkye
      @Armistead_MacSkye Рік тому +2

      @@davidcattin7006 An Atheist (Satanist). Well done, thy good and faithful servant. 🔥

  • @lisac4375
    @lisac4375 Рік тому +186

    What a sweet man. His concern for others is so rare now.

  • @mstyles2667
    @mstyles2667 Рік тому +2050

    Empathy. A dying trait that every single human being should posses and express. Mr Laubhan is a class act, a blessed man. We need more people like this. Men and women.

    • @kathyallman6178
      @kathyallman6178 Рік тому +8

      AMEN! 🙏❤️🙏

    • @SherioCheers
      @SherioCheers Рік тому +15

      except without the religious part.

    • @jc6270
      @jc6270 Рік тому +20

      The world NEEDS praying Christians to intercede for them. Whether they know it or not. Some people are still breathing and receiving Gods grace and mercy, because of our Christ breaking our hearts to bless the unbelievers.

    • @Tocaraca
      @Tocaraca Рік тому +16

      ​@@jc6270 for everyone who is supposedly "still breathing because of God's grace", there is another person who is no longer breathing, despite many prayers for them to live.

    • @RustyShackleford9000
      @RustyShackleford9000 Рік тому +9

      So the man has empathy because he is asking God to help, but if God is sitting idle watching people die until someone asks for help via prayer, is that God empathetic? And if God was already helping, what good is the prayer? Neither option makes sense. Either God is callous or prayer is useless. Either way breaks the Christian worldview.

  • @nickwilliams7328
    @nickwilliams7328 7 місяців тому +73

    I'm not religious, but if i ever heard a meteorologist say that on live tv about my town, I'd start praying, too!

    • @Masondezdoof415
      @Masondezdoof415 4 місяці тому +1

      You should be religious

    • @uuwe0
      @uuwe0 4 місяці тому +2

      ​@Masondezdoof415 god wouldn't approve of this message

    • @pittiebaby
      @pittiebaby 3 місяці тому

      That's great I guess lol

    • @kierradockery4958
      @kierradockery4958 3 місяці тому

      Brooo I’d immediately start sobbing lol

    • @kierradockery4958
      @kierradockery4958 3 місяці тому +3

      @@Masondezdoof415you should mind your own business instead of trying to force your religion down people’s throats.

  • @Middle850
    @Middle850 Рік тому +1109

    This is a damn good meteorologist right here. He knew what the radar was showing him, and he knew how serious the situation was. Hat off to this fella

    • @astropioneer3296
      @astropioneer3296 Рік тому +12

      Yeah, he called it right. Amory took a direct hit. Two deaths and lots of destruction from this destructive tornado.

    • @Middle850
      @Middle850 10 місяців тому +5

      @@James-to7pihaha such a troll. I actually like your comment though. Weatherman reports on the weather he has no control over what’s happens just trying to alert people who are in danger to the best he is able. Literally zero reason to fire him he actually probably saved many lives but funny comment. I get the humor

    • @Middle850
      @Middle850 10 місяців тому +2

      @@James-to7piand what narrative is that? I never said I was Christian who told you that? You’re really good at assuming.

    • @astropioneer3296
      @astropioneer3296 10 місяців тому +4

      Fire him for expressing heartfelt wishes of safety to people in danger? That's extreme. I'm not a Christian but my heart is big enough to respect all sacred beliefs. America is a pluralistic country where many religions can and do co-exist.@@James-to7pi

    • @Middle850
      @Middle850 10 місяців тому +3

      @@James-to7pithe title has nothing to do with my comment nor did I mention Jesus etc.. in my comment(s). I commented on the metrologist caring and doing a his job. You commented on him being fired for literally no reason.

  • @heidigib01
    @heidigib01 Рік тому +331

    I love that he showed true compassion and concern.

  • @TheCrabError
    @TheCrabError Рік тому +1126

    I’m not a Christian but I truly respect and appreciate his compassion for his fellow citizens.

    • @tweadz9846
      @tweadz9846 Рік тому +7

      Blessed be thy feet!

    • @garethwest9069
      @garethwest9069 Рік тому +17

      Which of you convicts Me of sin? And if I tell the truth, why do you not believe Me? - John 8:46

    • @yourrealtor957
      @yourrealtor957 Рік тому +3

      People are flesh and blood men and women not govt citizens.

    • @Jesus_L0v3s_U
      @Jesus_L0v3s_U Рік тому +10

      Jesus loves uu

    • @ruvkyu
      @ruvkyu Рік тому +10

      ​@Gareth West you realize he could have another religious affinity

  • @budgetcommander4849
    @budgetcommander4849 Рік тому +379

    Even though I'm an atheist, I admire the compassion he shows. He's perfectly safe, but he still worries as though his own life was in danger.

    • @jamestaylor4480
      @jamestaylor4480 Рік тому +4

      I'm not an atheist

    • @johnpenner2632
      @johnpenner2632 Рік тому +32

      I couldn't agree more. True compassion for his fellow man. This is an excellent meteorologist.

    • @Mrtapp5357
      @Mrtapp5357 8 місяців тому +31

      Empathy transcends religion

    • @haydenw.9809
      @haydenw.9809 7 місяців тому +12

      You don't have to believe in a set of rules to have empathy.

    • @Sarahbee-o8t
      @Sarahbee-o8t 6 місяців тому

      No such thing as atheist. How could you not believe in something you know about ? 🤣🤣🤣

  • @robdagr8te
    @robdagr8te Рік тому +569

    This man has saved countless people over the past 10 years in north Mississippi I remember when he first came I would think he interpreted live tv a little much but later became grateful to have such an educated and dedicated meteorologist in our market. I’ll always remember your broadcast during the April 2014 tornados matt thank you. I’m not the best religious person but god bless you and your family.

    • @kathyr.8135
      @kathyr.8135 Рік тому +23

      It’s NOT RELIGION: ITS A RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST.

    • @amckittrick7951
      @amckittrick7951 Рік тому +12

      ​​@@kathyr.8135 Its Christianity, it's a religion. It's a monotheological interpretation of the God of Abraham.

    • @stefanc4520
      @stefanc4520 Рік тому

      ​@@kathyr.8135and can you show me on the doll where exactly Jesus touched you in this relationship?

    • @robdagr8te
      @robdagr8te Рік тому +7

      @@amckittrick7951 it’s Christianity for you, which I fully support. God bless and salutations.

    • @robdagr8te
      @robdagr8te Рік тому +4

      @@kathyr.8135 with you it is. Maybe it’s Allah for me. Asa Lama Lakum

  • @docgillygun9531
    @docgillygun9531 Рік тому +377

    This tornado outbreak has been tragic. But there have been innumerable acts of kindness and bravery that have shown common decency is still among us.

    • @michaelholt3222
      @michaelholt3222 Рік тому +5

      That's the great state of Mississippi for you, ppl come together when tragedy strikes!! Lived there for 19 yrs. And I miss the community and the connection to the ppl.

    • @A-A-RonDavis2470
      @A-A-RonDavis2470 Рік тому +1

      Among us?

    • @technicaldeathmetalhead
      @technicaldeathmetalhead Рік тому +3

      ​@@A-A-RonDavis2470 really man ..

    • @gavinvalentino1313
      @gavinvalentino1313 Рік тому

      Michael, come on, guy, don't be so DAMNED LAZY. The word is P E O P L E and it's remarkably easy to spell out so that you don't look like an uneducated buffoon.

    • @pimslickins710
      @pimslickins710 Рік тому +1

      @@A-A-RonDavis2470 amongst lol

  • @Nothuman76
    @Nothuman76 Рік тому +430

    When a Meteorologist takes a pause, you know it's bad.

    • @juliaweber212
      @juliaweber212 Рік тому +10

      Oh yeah he knew it wasn't good

    • @soisaidtogod4248
      @soisaidtogod4248 Рік тому +2

      Or he is going for ratings.

    • @MightyThunderbolt
      @MightyThunderbolt Рік тому +24

      @@soisaidtogod4248 nah he's always taken these storms serious, just like when there was one heading straight for the news station

    • @apricotmadness4850
      @apricotmadness4850 Рік тому +8

      @@soisaidtogod4248 Matt is one of the most genuine reporters there is. When he gets on; everyone listens. It had nothing to do with shock value or ratings. That was a monster of a tornado that formed very quickly and left 26 dead as of now.

    • @LK-lz6lk
      @LK-lz6lk Рік тому

      @@soisaidtogod4248 Nowadays, Jesus isn't too popular with news media & "the powers at be". You don't hear His name on the news very often, if ever (besides a church service) & certainly not in prayer for our fellow neighbors & community. The goal is division & hate, not unity & kindness. The risk & threat of being cancelled is real...thank goodness he's in the South (Bible belt).✌️

  • @Monica_Roche
    @Monica_Roche Рік тому +234

    Matt is such a great meteorologist. We love him in northeast Mississippi. He and his team have helped save countless lives with their amazing dedication. They are on the air as long as there is a threat and he will broadcast on Facebook from the station or at his home if needs be. He came here just before 4/27/11 when the EF5 tornado destroyed my hometown. He helped save so many that day, including myself! We are so blessed to have him!

    • @Bad_At_Parties
      @Bad_At_Parties Рік тому +9

      That's a great story, thanks for sharing. People like Matt are what you dream of/hope for in any kind of position in society. That the people doing important jobs are motivated by their passion and dedicated to do the job right, help those they serve, and make their area better than it was before they got there.

  • @rufescenteagle7299
    @rufescenteagle7299 Рік тому +2935

    I may not be religious, but seeing someone express compassion and worry over the wellbeing of friends and strangers is heartwarming.

    • @Setfree316
      @Setfree316 Рік тому +34

      Look at that there buddy you have 30 likes . Jesus Christ was 30 years old when he started his ministry and what warms your heart was God's holy spirit whether you realize it or not that was God touching your heart letting you know that Jesus Christ is real and Jesus Christ is alive
      There's a scripture that says didn't our heart warm within us as He was reading the scriptures.
      Jesus Christ is the real heartthrob

    • @marhen4497
      @marhen4497 Рік тому +17

      He has 47 now

    • @Cyrafairytale
      @Cyrafairytale Рік тому +54

      Now 64
      Thats 2 Jesuses
      and 4 holy crows

    • @Setfree316
      @Setfree316 Рік тому +4

      @@Cyrafairytale JESUS IS THE WAY TO HOLY ROLL

    • @danielhumphrey3836
      @danielhumphrey3836 Рік тому

      @@Setfree316 If Jesus is god, then Jesus is the same dude who decided to kill nearly every living thing on the planet with a world wide flood… I don’t think Jesus is the guy we want to talk to during a storm

  • @sherrygarner
    @sherrygarner Рік тому +574

    Wow! What a heart of compassion! You can see what comes out of his heart under such a stressful time! He could have said or done anything else, but he prayed! What an encouragement and testimony!

    • @tonguepetals
      @tonguepetals Рік тому

      Stupid.

    • @juliecramer7768
      @juliecramer7768 Рік тому +3

      Yes

    • @sherrygarner
      @sherrygarner Рік тому +9

      @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist1 Already done that! Jesus is my Lord and Saviour! I am a new creation walking in newness of life with a new heart! The Spirit bears witness with my Spirit that I am a child if God by faith in Christ Jesus! Jesus interceded for me and the Spirit prays for me. I am redeemed by the blood of Jesus and forgiven of all my sins. My sins were paid for by the blood of Jesus, so I am justified freely by His grace. John 14:6; Acts 4:12.

  • @RebelRobin501
    @RebelRobin501 Рік тому +165

    Matt Laubhan loves Jesus, loves his community, and loves his fellow man. He’s also the best technical and most highly skilled TV meteorologist since Nash Roberts was writing the book of hurricane predictions in New Orleans.

    • @duxdawg
      @duxdawg Рік тому +2

      Hoo-Rah! Well said. What a great American. God bless!

    • @maggiesatterfield2402
      @maggiesatterfield2402 Рік тому

      I am from Birmingham and we have an older version of this same kind of meteorologist (weather man). His name is James Spann. Hang onto this fellow as long as you can. His kind are rare indeed.

  • @rebeccagraves3137
    @rebeccagraves3137 6 місяців тому +135

    If a tornado is coming toward me I'd want him to pray for me. What a good man

  • @SusanHarrell530
    @SusanHarrell530 Рік тому +197

    God bless this man and his family for his concern and prayers for others! Much respect, sir.

  • @jeffreyfischer8782
    @jeffreyfischer8782 Рік тому +454

    What an absolutely amazing and humble meteorologist. More humans need to be like him.

  • @TheDesire28
    @TheDesire28 Рік тому +203

    At that moment, it felt so surreal...brought tears to my eyes because it was heartfelt and sincere. You feel helpless because you know what's about to take place...and you can't stop it 😢...it's so sad. Thank you dear sir for pausing just briefly enough to pray...much needed, and was definitely appreciated.

    • @evilsharkey8954
      @evilsharkey8954 Рік тому +1

      @George He could see exactly what was going to happen and do nothing about it. I’m sure many people watching had the same thoughts and feelings of helplessness, being unable to do anything to stop the inevitable pain and destruction. It’s like a slow motion train crash. He’s in charge of delivering this horrific news before it even happens.

  • @matthewcoronado8467
    @matthewcoronado8467 Рік тому +56

    I’m in Az, no where near a concern of Tornados. But seeing genuine concern in this man praying and even stopping to make sure phone calls were made for the people in the studio. A man that has his priorities in order. God bless you and your team sir 🇺🇸

  • @timothypirnat3754
    @timothypirnat3754 Рік тому +412

    Outstanding display of faith in a dire situation. You have a good heart Matt.

    • @retr0bits545
      @retr0bits545 Рік тому +5

      Same

    • @Kenjiro5775
      @Kenjiro5775 Рік тому

      Faith is bullshit.

    • @BaronFeydRautha
      @BaronFeydRautha Рік тому +11

      Making a wish is an "outstanding display of faith?"
      How?

    • @detoxify777
      @detoxify777 Рік тому

      @@BaronFeydRautha you degenerate

    • @Kenjiro5775
      @Kenjiro5775 Рік тому

      @@kimpavfx I understand faith completely. It is wishful thinking that some fake sky daddy gives a ripping shit about your life. There is no god and thinking there is means you belong to a dangerous cult.

  • @bennwardhaugh3013
    @bennwardhaugh3013 Рік тому +385

    Now I'm not a religious person but you could tell just how naturally that prayer came to him. There was no thought's of "oh I must do this because x, y, z", it was just a truly heartfelt, emotional reaction to what he saw. I can respect that.

    • @chaytonhurlow840
      @chaytonhurlow840 Рік тому +24

      That’s how prayer should be, the Bible speaks against vain repetitions, or praying without conviction. And it also calls people who pray as a public spectacle, or in an attention seeking manner “hypocrites”.
      That’s why it aggravates me when I hear people spewing out the same mumbled prayer before eating, or before church service.

    • @petermiller9878
      @petermiller9878 Рік тому

      @@chaytonhurlow840 but isn't that what this guy did? he "prayed in public" and I'll be the son of a monkey's uncle if this didn't turn into a "spectacle"..............

    • @m-linko
      @m-linko Рік тому

      This is so wrong. Keep your Christianity to yourself. This bloody reporter had no reason imposing his beliefs on us. Like President Jefferson said: "they're will EVER be a wall of separation between church and state". It does NOT belong in the public forum

    • @Derly24
      @Derly24 Рік тому +1

      Well when you have a Creator that made black holes, galaxies, time dilation, gravity, etc. you’d want Him to at least to just steer the tornado away or make it weaker. God knows why He does things❤

    • @VD-ky2ft
      @VD-ky2ft 7 місяців тому

      Low EQ

  • @lregey
    @lregey Рік тому +279

    God bless this man! Praying for our neighbors to the south. Stay strong and in prayer. God bless both of our nations!

    • @robmiller817
      @robmiller817 Рік тому

      There is no god. Loser, grow the fuck up.

    • @tonguepetals
      @tonguepetals Рік тому +5

      Because prayer does soooooo much. Reality check. Dear Spaghetti monster Jesus, use your caldron of courage to save these people. Hope those prayers are appreciated too. Ineffective and pointless, but I still took time out of my day to type it.

    • @SRose-vp6ew
      @SRose-vp6ew Рік тому +11

      Chronicles 7:14
      “If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land .”

    • @lregey
      @lregey Рік тому +5

      @@SRose-vp6ew Amen to that!

    • @lregey
      @lregey Рік тому +5

      @@tonguepetals Prayers can move many mountains and provide a strength that only a heart can know. Faith allows for courage and will place your feet on the path of those who need you, while at other times, it will be of those whom you need. Take care and God bless.

  • @noahbilger
    @noahbilger 3 місяці тому +4

    This man is the epitome of how we should be public about faith in Jesus. Praise God for people like this man.

  • @lindagonzales4559
    @lindagonzales4559 Рік тому +31

    God bless this meteorologist for going out in faith to pray on air for this town. ❣️🙏🏻❣️

  • @jasonlist3253
    @jasonlist3253 Рік тому +98

    That was awesome! Thank God there was someone standing in the gap for those who werent aware.

    • @bemhibbits4157
      @bemhibbits4157 Рік тому +2

      Should we thank god for the deadly tornado too? (yes)

    • @soisaidtogod4248
      @soisaidtogod4248 Рік тому +1

      God sent the storm right?

    • @kathygoulden2925
      @kathygoulden2925 Рік тому +2

      ​@Bem Hibbits it is obvious you don't believe in God. So why do you mock those who do?

    • @bemhibbits4157
      @bemhibbits4157 Рік тому

      @@kathygoulden2925 Its obvious you deny plenty of gods too. You just choose to keep your mocking to yourself. I'm more outspoken. People who believe in dirt man, rib woman, magic kumquat and talking snake SHOULD be mocked. It's the 21st century.

    • @bemhibbits4157
      @bemhibbits4157 Рік тому

      @@kathygoulden2925 Question about your god:
      Could he have accomplished his goals without murdering children? yes or no

  • @MsK-xm7vw
    @MsK-xm7vw Рік тому +221

    I'm neither an American nor a strong believer. But the pride I feel for this man's humanity in today's world is inspiring. In a time of so much misinformation and MSM distrust, to have this man just take the time to pray a personal prayer for his fellow man and his own humanity, is nothing short of ultimate Class!

    • @mattl1576
      @mattl1576 Рік тому +9

      Well said!

    • @jimmiesullivan358
      @jimmiesullivan358 Рік тому +7

      This is a signe That God is Moving With Great Strength Through this Man To Bring America Back and The World Wide As need Be...
      This Channel should Step up and Bring things together for Our Brothers and Sisters in need at this Point To Let God know He Was Heard... Amen... Amen... Amen...

    • @TheRivrPrncess
      @TheRivrPrncess Рік тому +2

      @@jimmiesullivan358 His prayer had nothing to do with bringing America back and the world as need be.

    • @randymillhouse791
      @randymillhouse791 Рік тому +2

      Absolutely! Total class. Good guy.

    • @theresagomez2605
      @theresagomez2605 Рік тому +3

      ​@@TheRivrPrncess you could learn from him. He not only prayed, he also asked if everyone had been able to check on loved ones. When was the last time you thought about someone besides yourself? Try being a decent human.

  • @derekb7814
    @derekb7814 6 місяців тому +12

    Matt is world-class when it comes to tv meteorologists. He is the cream of the crop. His severe weather coverage is some of the best I've seen. This is coming from a tv meteorologist with over 20 years in the business.

  • @horrorbiz72
    @horrorbiz72 Рік тому +445

    I’m not religious but his sincere concern for his co-worker/family and prayer hit me like a ton of bricks. 👏 We need more meteorologists like him.

    • @mr.ichbins8107
      @mr.ichbins8107 Рік тому +7

      I love how everyone is saying, "I'm not religious." Yeah, okay.

    • @shoopSAUCE
      @shoopSAUCE Рік тому +14

      @@mr.ichbins8107 Huge difference between religion and spirituality.

    • @davidcowan4705
      @davidcowan4705 Рік тому

      Atheism is a religion of hatred, expressed by those who are hateful. Christianity is a doctrine of hope, peace and love. The evidence and proof of these facts are very obvious on this page.

    • @darthmom1019
      @darthmom1019 Рік тому +4

      ​@@shoopSAUCE - exactly. 👍

    • @geodavras
      @geodavras Рік тому +5

      Everyone is religious whether they realize it or not. Expand your definition of religion and anything and everything is a religion

  • @JohnMiller-te4ov
    @JohnMiller-te4ov Рік тому +252

    I'm not even in the state, but much love and respect for this meteorologist. -- Oklahoman

    • @AT-jf7up
      @AT-jf7up Рік тому +12

      I’m an okie too! God bless these people. I remember after our last giant tornado hit several schools during school hours. One teacher said on the news, “I did something a teacher is not allowed to do, I prayed out loud”!

    • @PublicAtLarge
      @PublicAtLarge Рік тому +2

      That’s three Okies who are in agreement.

    • @hikingpainter
      @hikingpainter Рік тому

      John Miller that you?

    • @christinaharmon8778
      @christinaharmon8778 Рік тому

      Another Okie. So much respect for this meteorologist too!

    • @twiggystardust9573
      @twiggystardust9573 Рік тому +2

      You'll be pleased to know Matt is also from Oklahoma! His wife, Emily, who also works for WTVA is from Texas!
      -edit: actually, I think he's from Kansas, but he's talked about living in OK.

  • @darlaasbill7925
    @darlaasbill7925 Рік тому +223

    A wonderful person. He actually cares for the people.

    • @bobomaigret5430
      @bobomaigret5430 Рік тому +2

      If he cared, he would talk about climate policy instead of praying.

    • @milepost4846
      @milepost4846 Рік тому +4

      @@bobomaigret5430 whatever.

    • @rmp7400
      @rmp7400 Рік тому

      ​@Bobo Maigret
      Demonic Weather warfare is not something anyone but God can stop, Bobo.
      The Rothschild Central Bankers are committed to their Western World destruction/depopulation by weather, financial destruction, famine, poison, and outright declared warfare.
      Learn it....pray against it.

    • @brianmatthews4323
      @brianmatthews4323 Рік тому

      @@bobomaigret5430 So in an extreme emergency he should have spewed leftist propaganda. Got it.
      SMH

    • @Leo-dd7om
      @Leo-dd7om Рік тому

      @@bobomaigret5430 👈 Psycho

  • @Robdizzle2010
    @Robdizzle2010 Рік тому +69

    It's incredibly moving how compassionate this meteorologist is. Don't quit being you!

  • @smarterworkout
    @smarterworkout Рік тому +67

    Thanks Matt. We need more people like you. Don't be afraid to call upon the Lord in times of need.

  • @darinhyden672
    @darinhyden672 Рік тому +543

    We need more people like this in broadcasting. God bless you sir!

  • @trustinjcms3724
    @trustinjcms3724 Рік тому +127

    Love that this caring weatherman was bold and faithful to pray for these people.🥰✝ How lovely to see his heart and care for the people being affected by such ferocious weather. God bless you Matt Laubhan for calling on the One who commands the wind and the waves, I know He heard you.✝🧂&💡❤

    • @mr.ichbins8107
      @mr.ichbins8107 Рік тому +2

      And I guess that's why 25 people died. Because God heard him. Okay..

    • @shingtome2179
      @shingtome2179 Рік тому +5

      @@mr.ichbins8107 You may not know, but God could very well have saved their souls before they perished. If so then they live again in Heaven with God. Do you know where you’re going after you die? Jesus is the only way to Heaven.

    • @sledzeppelin
      @sledzeppelin Рік тому

      @@shingtome2179 Why did god invent tornadoes that kill people?

    • @1Matt3
      @1Matt3 Рік тому +1

      If he commands the wind and the waves, why was such a devastating tornado sent in the first place to destroy everything in its path, including fellow loved ones.

    • @tava831
      @tava831 Рік тому +2

      ​​​​@@1Matt3 He does command them, but if you read your bible you would know that we are in a fallen world. That's why you get right with him so in Eternity you are saved from his wrath. If you do believe he would do this intentionaly what do you think he would do if we humans really tried to go against him and destroy humanity. Oh wait that's whats already happening. If you don't believe in him then it is our fault? That's what people are saying when they say he's not real. So if you want to blame humanity go ahead cause that's correct. Just know though this isn't the last battle and if you want true peace it's on the other side. The bible is of sound mind. Don't let anybody tell you what it is or isn't out of spite, just read it for yourself intentionally. God well have a message of guidance just specifically for you in this corrupted world.

  • @Michelle-ez3er
    @Michelle-ez3er 7 місяців тому +17

    I live in il and we had outbreak of 5 tornados at once..very scary! Thank you to all rhe meteorologists that keep us safe! Especially the ones that pray for us!!❤❤❤❤

  • @paintbrush42
    @paintbrush42 Рік тому +60

    This man touched my heart from the first time I saw it. God bless him.

  • @exeromusic
    @exeromusic Рік тому +14

    The most simple prayer I've heard, and yet it feels so real on live TV. Bravo to the reporter.

  • @xcloex
    @xcloex Рік тому +29

    i can't imagine the level of stress and pressure a meterologist can feel. you're the one telling ppl to get to safety; they are looking to you for guidance and ressurance; they are trusting you to tell them what to do. i love matt's concern for the community, as well as his co-workers' families.

  • @rommelbillman2872
    @rommelbillman2872 Рік тому +27

    God’s blessings upon this young man. He knew who to reach out to at this darkest hour. I’m praying these people in that tornados path were safe. You can replace stuff but not friends and loved ones. My prayers and thoughts to all those who’ve been affected by these devastating storms.

  • @WatchList-xf8ic
    @WatchList-xf8ic Рік тому +282

    I admire his courage for uttering a prayer on live TV he knew would be heard by the Master without concern for losing his job because someone may have been offended.

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 Рік тому +23

      ANYONE offended by the concern of one Heart to MANY is not fit to breathe.

    • @jerrykautz6572
      @jerrykautz6572 Рік тому

      It is great to live where people openly talk about Jesus and pray everyday. No libs giving any guff, you can say God Bless you in a store and Merry Christmas and pray on the radio or TV or in person anytime you like. I used to live right there in Mississippi and those people are the salt of the earth. I am happy to live in Texas where I can freely talk about Jesus and if someone don't like it they can lump it. Same goes for the midwest. Really most of our country is uninfected by the massive lib virus that causes mental disease. Oh yes, we have them but I just poo poo them away, shoo and get out of my face if anyone says anything. In the hell known as Portlandia or Commiefornia that could get you killed.

    • @TheJingles007
      @TheJingles007 Рік тому +21

      It’s Mississippi. He would never lose his job for praying on air

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 Рік тому +13

      @@TheJingles007 That's very reassuring 🙏

    • @lanroom2896
      @lanroom2896 Рік тому +8

      @@TheJingles007 you never know with todays values and views tbh

  • @jessicabritt6990
    @jessicabritt6990 Рік тому +65

    This is one of those moments in time I will never forget.. Seeing this man nearly drop when the scan goes by. His voice hell his body language alone spoke volumes.. A small prayer for those in imminent danger and I'm sure unspoken prayer for the ones the storm has already passed.. It literally gave me chills

  • @rhondabergstrasser6625
    @rhondabergstrasser6625 7 місяців тому +71

    No better Servant's heart than asking God to watch over his fellow citizens!!!❤❤❤

    • @britaom3299
      @britaom3299 6 місяців тому +2

      And yet the town was destroyed and people died.
      So much for that….

    • @tonyclarke1415
      @tonyclarke1415 6 місяців тому +1

      For all the good that does, ever

    • @railworksamerica
      @railworksamerica 6 місяців тому +1

      @@britaom3299God did a little trolling

    • @AppalachianMountaineer1863
      @AppalachianMountaineer1863 5 місяців тому

      @@britaom3299no one died in Amory from this tornado so, stop lying

    • @britaom3299
      @britaom3299 5 місяців тому

      @@AppalachianMountaineer1863Mixed reports on that, but who cares? It still shows how stupid prayer is and the childish view of god behind it. Oh! So people didn't die because of.....prayers?!? So that means, then, that Jesus decided NOT to kill people....because he got....a certain volume of prayers??
      What kind of a sick, sociopath is THAT?!?!
      No prayers from Town X? OBLITERATE IT!! but this town over here had enough prayers....so.....let's still wreck it, but no deaths this time.
      Petty really....

  • @lenoramorris5375
    @lenoramorris5375 Рік тому +239

    We need more folks like this guy….my heart is touched

    • @tonguepetals
      @tonguepetals Рік тому

      More people to mumble useless shit that helps nobody?

    • @katie7748
      @katie7748 Рік тому

      Agreed. So many hateful people are laughing and saying this is what red states deserve and wishing them all death. It's disgusting.

    • @katie7748
      @katie7748 Рік тому

      Agreed. So many hateful people are laughing and saying this is what red states deserve and wishing them all death. It's disgusting.

  • @maryholmes3980
    @maryholmes3980 Рік тому +24

    This shows his humanity. God bless him. I'm sure it meant a lot to the people in the tornado's path. They know he truly cared.

  • @pinkdiamonds9137
    @pinkdiamonds9137 Рік тому +642

    I am a Muslim and this brought a tear to my eye; bless that man, you could feel the sincerity and good on him for having the courage to say, even a short prayer on air.

    • @lonewolfgamingplus379
      @lonewolfgamingplus379 Рік тому +4

      Careful, Christians are going to get up on you and say you are worshipping a false God and such.

    • @pinkdiamonds9137
      @pinkdiamonds9137 Рік тому +62

      @@lonewolfgamingplus379 actually, Jews, Christians and Muslims all worship the same God of our Prophet Abraham (may peace be upon him) and I have never been accused by a Christian of ‘worshipping a false God’. Sure there are ignorant people here and there, but for the most part, I get respect and love from my Christian brothers and sisters, thank God.

    • @garethwest9069
      @garethwest9069 Рік тому

      @@pinkdiamonds9137 "actually, Jews, Christians and Muslims all worship the same God"
      Who is the liar except the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the ANTICHRIST, the one who denies the Father and the Son. - 1 John 2:22
      You need to read the Bible instead of assuming. It doesn't appear you read the quran, either:
      Indeed, they who disbelieved among the People of the Scripture and the polytheists will be in the fire of Hell, abiding eternally therein. Those are THE WORST OF CREATURES. - 98:6
      "Indeed, we are disassociated from you and from whatever you worship other than Allah. We have denied you, and there has appeared between us and you ANIMOSITY AND HATRED FOREVER until you believe in Allah alone" - 60:4a

    • @s.susanmarandi9080
      @s.susanmarandi9080 Рік тому +21

      I'm also a Muslim, and felt the exact same way.

    • @Saad-qe6ku
      @Saad-qe6ku Рік тому +14

      @@lonewolfgamingplus379 You were the only one that did

  • @hollylynn9322
    @hollylynn9322 6 місяців тому +35

    Nice to see true human compassion and a pray out to God our Lord❤

  • @LacedwithLacey2424
    @LacedwithLacey2424 Рік тому +233

    This was straight from the heart. God bless him for not caring about what people thought of him for saying that sweet prayer. 😭🫂. Much love from East Central MS 🫂🫂

  • @debbiequesenberry5577
    @debbiequesenberry5577 Рік тому +101

    I have nothing but respect for this man, and I have no doubt how blessed he will be for not being afraid to call on the name of Jesus.

  • @911NicoleTCO
    @911NicoleTCO Рік тому +36

    I can't stop watching this. What an amazing man and blessing to the community he serves.

  • @chuckhagen1612
    @chuckhagen1612 7 місяців тому +89

    He probably saved many lives, God bless him.

    • @Rampaigeeeee
      @Rampaigeeeee 7 місяців тому +6

      Even if he only saved one!

    • @troywest7045
      @troywest7045 6 місяців тому +9

      Yes, his sky fairy swooped down and rescued everyone, then they went to Santa's house and played a game of basketball with the elves.

    • @ThePanamaCollection1-lv5po
      @ThePanamaCollection1-lv5po 6 місяців тому

      @@troywest7045 I know, right? What a bunch of pathetic fools.

    • @richardrussell4065
      @richardrussell4065 6 місяців тому

      ​@troywest7045 wow nice one! I'm sure you're a great person to be around! Get a life, loser

    • @TehKitteh01
      @TehKitteh01 6 місяців тому +4

      ​@@troywest7045 It's called free will. You made your choice, so let them make theirs.

  • @michaelmancusosthoughts
    @michaelmancusosthoughts Рік тому +24

    This tugs at the heart strings. He knows that is about to happen and can only hope and pray. What a sobering moment.

  • @TruthSeekerNC
    @TruthSeekerNC Рік тому +180

    I had a doctor who wasn't afraid to pray with and for me and I always felt so relaxed when I went to see him. It's refreshing to see someone again who isn't afraid to be bold with their convictions. We need more of that. God bless this man and prayers for anyone affected by this storm. 🙏

    • @tiredoftheworld4834
      @tiredoftheworld4834 Рік тому

      It’s really sad… that in healthcare you can get fired for even praying with someone who willingly wants to be prayed for. My mom is a nurse and she confirmed this… this country is anti christ honestly

    • @AverageDayInside
      @AverageDayInside Рік тому +3

      Tell me that doctors name so i can avoid him, nothing against religous people, i have severe religous trauma tho

    • @spreadthetruthinlove2540
      @spreadthetruthinlove2540 Рік тому

      @Average Day Inside... sorry, you experienced trauma caused by people. 😞 Search and you’ll find. Hope you find truth.

    • @LeadAllSoulsToHeaven
      @LeadAllSoulsToHeaven 6 місяців тому

      🥱🙄😒​@@AverageDayInside

    • @AppalachianMountaineer1863
      @AppalachianMountaineer1863 5 місяців тому

      @@AverageDayInsidethen why even make a comment if you “have nothing against religious people”

  • @linanicolia1363
    @linanicolia1363 Рік тому +63

    A very compassionate man, who knows the misery people are about to suffer. Respect to this kind soul !

  • @terryoneil7128
    @terryoneil7128 3 місяці тому +2

    Kind soul! Call any and everyone we need to NOW

  • @ChickenPermission617
    @ChickenPermission617 Рік тому +81

    Now this is a meteorologist who truly cares to get the weather report to his viewers. This was a moment of life or death for many and he had such urgency and compassion for everyone in this situation.

  • @militarymom6690
    @militarymom6690 Рік тому +110

    His compassion for his community was so authentic and an example of how we should feel and pray for our own communities. May God continue to bless you, sir

  • @Brenda0312F
    @Brenda0312F Рік тому +32

    We will never know how many lives were saved BECAUSE of that short simple prayer…and the love he had in his heart for those people.

    • @sledzeppelin
      @sledzeppelin Рік тому +7

      Yes, let’s all be thankful god didn’t kill more people with his tornado.

    • @oneperson5760
      @oneperson5760 Рік тому +1

      Sledzeppelin, shame be upon you for your lack of charity and understanding while people are hurting. Do better.

    • @extremesoutherngal
      @extremesoutherngal Рік тому +2

      @@sledzeppelin
      God intervenes when we ask. It’s not hard to understand.

    • @sledzeppelin
      @sledzeppelin Рік тому

      @@extremesoutherngal Except, no, he doesn't. If he did, there wouldn't be any more school shootings, because I'm sure plenty of people have asked for that.

    • @sarahsheepdog
      @sarahsheepdog Рік тому +5

      @Brutal Honesty what about when he doesnt??? It's a fair statement for him to make tbh you think he's just got his back turned to you, helping someone else, and you pray like, 'God my family is about to die please save,' and he spins around like, 'oh shit I didn't see you there lemme just scoot that tornado over.' Like he's trying to keep all his sims alive and just can't watch everyone all the time tho

  • @sausius2245
    @sausius2245 6 місяців тому +31

    He even asked to make sure everyone who was there they were connected to, including his co-workers (I assume), and the family was notified and safe. I am not religious, but I deeply respect his prayers. God or no God, his prayer and genuine concern had the power to save lives. You don't need to shout and be loud. Behaving like this is prolly a lot more powerful in getting people to go to safety. Give this man a medal of honor!

  • @jessicaStamper
    @jessicaStamper Рік тому +14

    that shows how humble he is. Bravo to him . Prayers to Mississippi and Georgia

  • @deborahpigott203
    @deborahpigott203 Рік тому +196

    That man is awesome! Courage, compassion, character in one man . Such a blessing!

  • @red3994
    @red3994 Рік тому +1169

    I’ve never seen a weather forecaster been so empathetic in my life. I just love how he has concern for his friends and possible family members that are in this storm and is praying for all them, that just breaks my heart right there

    • @Setfree316
      @Setfree316 Рік тому

      JESUS is ALIVE! JESUS CARES JESUS LISTENS! JESUS CHRIST IS BETTER THAN AAA ROADSIDE JESUS CHRIST IS ON CALL 24/7.
      I GUARANTEE YOU THEY WERE MIRACLES ONTHAT STORM. I hope someone puts a montage together of all the testimonies of how Jesus Christ buried people in storms fires hurricanes you'll be really amazed
      Then when would say wow what about all the damage what about all the death.
      Weather God gives a miracle of being spared from harm and death.
      Is up to God truth of the matter is the Lord Jesus Christ was sent to prepare us for our death day everyday we wake up is a gift from God.
      Everyday God wakes us up is to make sure that we have our house is in order that we are able to stand before Jesus Christ saved and without shame

    • @CatzlovichCatnipAndCabbages
      @CatzlovichCatnipAndCabbages Рік тому

      @Dr. Pyssinshytz Why do you want to suffer and die in a communist gulag?

    • @Vizual_Racing
      @Vizual_Racing Рік тому +12

      ​@Dr. Pyssinshytz Consider taking a moment to reflect on the validity of your statement. Are you proposing that nature possesses vindictive tendencies? Is it possible for nature to harbor emotions such as anger and vengeance or is this simply a natural occurrence that has been transpiring long before humanity's existence?

    • @jesuslovesyou-matts
      @jesuslovesyou-matts Рік тому +5

      @@Dr-Pyssin-Shytz capitalism /= nature cmon man chillax

    • @TrashSniper
      @TrashSniper Рік тому

      ​@@Dr-Pyssin-ShytzYour words are pissing shit

  • @rileymcphee9429
    @rileymcphee9429 Рік тому +29

    Not religious, but I'd accept this man's prayer.

  • @Edens_mommy
    @Edens_mommy Рік тому +1382

    "Dear Jesus please help them Amen" are the most powerful words he could ever speak. Praying for everyone.

  • @michaelholt3222
    @michaelholt3222 Рік тому +51

    Bless everyone there in the Magnolia state, from the victims, to the first responders, to the search&rescue teams, all the neighbors, even if you don't know them, bless them all

  • @paulmcgo1089
    @paulmcgo1089 6 місяців тому +121

    God bless this man. He called on the right person to help.

    • @TheRealAG622
      @TheRealAG622 6 місяців тому +6

      But wasnt the entity he asked to help also the cause?

    • @kodyeldridge5847
      @kodyeldridge5847 6 місяців тому +3

      @@TheRealAG622 Ding ding ding. In human terms we call this, "racketeering": I provide you with both the problem and the solution.

    • @midgie1166
      @midgie1166 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@TheRealAG622Why not blame the devil?

    • @knickknack4338
      @knickknack4338 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@midgie1166 who created the devil?

    • @midgie1166
      @midgie1166 6 місяців тому +2

      @@knickknack4338 No one. Lucifer at one time was obedient and the most beautiful angel in heaven. And he decided to rebel. God will not make anyone obey or be good. Its called free will.

  • @TheBaumcm
    @TheBaumcm Рік тому +306

    Forget the weather, this man would be an excellent emergency coordinator. He is thoughtful, kind and engaged AND MOST OF ALL, calm. The way his brain shifts gears from problem to problem and runs through solutions is nothing short of exemplary.

  • @iriemo721
    @iriemo721 Рік тому +32

    That came straight from his soul. Just the deep and sincere utterances of a heart that felt powerless otherwise.

  • @ronp4018
    @ronp4018 Рік тому +48

    Well done! My heart goes out to the folks that were in the path of this storm and those brave enough to pray for them, publicly. You are a gift to KTVA.

  • @ballerinicesar1
    @ballerinicesar1 6 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful person! That is a real Christian right there. God bless you and your family Brother.

  • @theoriginalkeepercreek
    @theoriginalkeepercreek Рік тому +70

    157. Despite the worry, the fear watching these storms track through, I felt a tremendous, overwhelming surge in my heart when I heard you say, "Dear Jesus, please help them.” I wish we heard more of that. I have no idea where your TV station is located Matt, but I subscribed anyway. Prayers to all folks who have been/continue to be directly and indirectly impacted by these horrific storms.

    • @jannaknight9384
      @jannaknight9384 Рік тому +4

      He is in Tupelo Ms and his wife also works there as a news reporter.

    • @Justanotherfuckingobserver
      @Justanotherfuckingobserver Рік тому +2

      New subscriber in Michigan ❤️

    • @mr.ichbins8107
      @mr.ichbins8107 Рік тому

      Yes, Jesus helped them for sure. 25 people died anyway. I guess it was 'God's will.'

  • @InconvenientTruths
    @InconvenientTruths Рік тому +738

    Thank you for praying and crying out publicly for Jesus' help. We need so much more if this!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @jackiegreen9429
      @jackiegreen9429 Рік тому +3

      You’re amazing God bless you

    • @kathyallman6178
      @kathyallman6178 Рік тому +1

      AMEN! 🙏❤️🙏

    • @jopaprez
      @jopaprez Рік тому +5

      Yeah praying just helps so much!

    • @jlemmink
      @jlemmink Рік тому +4

      Yes cry for Jesus's help but get our legislators to combat climate change, it's real and extreme weather is happening.

    • @squirrelcovers6340
      @squirrelcovers6340 Рік тому +7

      It's ridiculous, grow up.

  • @bethanywhite877
    @bethanywhite877 Рік тому +33

    You could feel his emotions. God bless him. Prayers to all the victims for healing and recovery in their town. I’m sure it feels impossible right now.

  • @mississippisnowplow
    @mississippisnowplow 7 місяців тому +3

    I saw this on Ryan Hall Y’all as it was happening live. This was one of the craziest things I’ve ever seen. Even Ryan was dumbfounded. It was if this man’s prayer worked, because that tornado was a monster right before it went into town. It should’ve been devastating.

  • @Tinkerginamama
    @Tinkerginamama Рік тому +88

    That touched my heart so much. What a good man. God bless him and those people.

    • @WhatIsThis-zq4hk
      @WhatIsThis-zq4hk Рік тому +1

      Several people are dead. god did not bless them. sorry.

    • @JoshuaPennysmokinnthesmokies
      @JoshuaPennysmokinnthesmokies Рік тому

      ​@@WhatIsThis-zq4hk just because a person is dead does NOT mean they were not blessed.. I don't know why ppl think because someone dies they weren't blessed.. may u die, blessed!

    • @dmc3079
      @dmc3079 Рік тому

      its as if your god doesn't give shit.... how prayers does it take to stop the next deadly tornado???

    • @L4lN
      @L4lN Рік тому +1

      @@WhatIsThis-zq4hkwe got a negative nancy over here

  • @tammyweaver7198
    @tammyweaver7198 Рік тому +21

    Thank you for praying for these people in the path of the storm. I know they appreciated it. At the time, the best thing you could do for them besides keep them updated was to pray. God bless.