We must try to contribute joy to the world. That is true no matter what our problems, our health, our circumstances. I didn't always know this, and am happy I lived long enough to find it out.
- author and critic Roger Ebert
Inspirational Stories
We are constantly immersed in stories—from
television news to films, novels and
TV programs. The inspiring real-life
stories we tell here are stories of faith,
hope and love, stories of challenges
overcome as well as small unexpected
moments of grace.
More importantly, our inspiring true stories
are about and by people like you.
People who have discovered how to
live their lives with more hope and joy
and, through their stories and experiences,
have helped others to do the same.
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Recent Inspirational Stories
The gold-medal winner discusses her inspiring new book, which offers an inside look at her Olympic achievements, her family and faith.
The bestselling author shares the words of encouragement that convinced her she was a gifted writer.
The best-selling author discusses the connection she has to her fans and the role that her faith plays in her career.
Faith is a kind of filter that brings things I can't understand into focus, a beacon that lights my way through darkness.
by Edward Grinnan
Dad was supposed to record my final football game on video. But that's not exactly what happened.
A gentle feline teaches a man that everyone sometimes needs a little TLC.
How a Vermont lawyer turned a dam into a green energy source.
Guideposts remembers four chaplains who taught others unity, compassion and self-sacrifice, even as they went down with the U.S. troop ship Dorchester during World War II.
Since 1948, these volunteers have provided comfort to mourners of soldiers and veterans.
Watch the story of Eric Duquette who, with the help of his parents, classmates and teachers, became salutatorian of his graduating class.
In this story from September 1953, the Hall-of-Fame slugger shares the life lessons he learned from his dad, Elven Charles "Mutt" Mantle.
A sea lion at the National Zoo is "playing" with a little girl who suddenly trips and falls. Watch the sea lion's touching reaction!
Tim Harris is living his dream as the owner of the "world's friendliest" restaurant, and he just happens to have Down syndrome.
In this story from November 1960, the wife of the beloved entertainer explains how her husband came to launch the St. Jude's Hospital Foundation.
