Inspiration

Recent Inspiration Stories

Jennifer Hubbard and her husband, Matt

How this Sandy Hook mom survived her daughter’s loss

by Jennifer Hubbard
, Newtown, Connecticut

Nik Wallenda

His parents wanted something better for him than the circus life. But what could be better?

by Nik Wallenda
, Sarasota, Florida

Rick Hamlin

A young man just out of college is inspired on a trip to Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis.

by Rick Hamlin
, New York, New York

A photo of a smiling Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic has no arms or legs, but he has plenty of heart. His warmth, humor and positive outlook will uplift you.


Perry Como

In this story from December 1953, the popular crooner discusses the importance of faith in his life and career.

by Perry Como


Best-selling author and neurosurgeon Eben Alexander

Best-selling author and neurosurgeon Eben Alexander talks about how his beliefs have changed since his near-death experience, his time in heaven, and what he’s doing now.


Amy Grant

The popular singer-songwriter shares the inspiration for her first studio album in a decade.


Dutch flash mob members in a period attire

Watch as a flash mob in period attire performs a thrilling chase in a Dutch shopping mall before gathering to pose in a recreation of Rembrandt's classic work "The Night Watch."


Our rock. The glue that binds us. How many of us say that about our moms? They’re not just there for their kids, but for the entire family.

by Adam Hunter

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

Inside every problem is the seed of a solution.

by Norman Vincent Peale


Cindy Palka preparing pesto pasta salad

Pasta salad is quick and easy. That’s probably why Mom chose it for my first cooking lesson years ago.

by Cindy Palka
, Troy, New York

Lance Nitahara

If you watch the show Chopped on the Food Network, you may recognize this chef. But you may not know the surprising path he took to get there.

by Lance Nitahara
, Emporia, Kansas

A stone angel with outstretched wings

An angel aficionado sees her cherubic collection branch out to her backyard.

by Mary Ann Gildroy
, Roundup, Montana

Jones is an accurate face of the disease of alcoholism, of relapse and denial. His struggles were as much an inspiration as his successes.

by Edward Grinnan

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