Watch Danny Gokey Surprise the Most Deserving Fan

We heard from a girl named Autumn about how Danny Gokey‘s song “Tell Your Heart to Beat Again” helped her during her recovery from a traumatic brain injury. We knew immediately that we had to tell him her story, and he was more than happy to help us with our little surprise.

When you hear her infectious joy, it’s easy to think that her recovery was simple. But her journey has been anything but easy.

Hear the full interview with Autumn and Danny:

Autumn may have been inspired by Danny Gokey’s music, but we’re inspired by Autumn!

You make stories like Autumn’s possible. Thank you for spreading encouragement through your gift to WAY-FM!

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