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.

 

Recent Inspirational Stories

Karen Kingsbury

The bestselling author shares the words of encouragement that convinced her she was a gifted writer.

by Karen Kingsbury
, Nashville, Tennessee

Debbie Macomber

The best-selling author discusses the connection she has to her fans and the role that her faith plays in her career.

by Margaret Bristol


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

Adam Hunter and his father

Dad was supposed to record my final football game on video. But that's not exactly what happened.

by Adam Hunter
, New York, New York

Sweetie the cat

A gentle feline teaches a man that everyone sometimes needs a little TLC.

by Richard H. Schneider
, New York, New York

Attorney David Buckley

How a Vermont lawyer turned a dam into a green energy source.

by Richard H. Schneider
, New York, New York

Four symbols of faith interposed over an American flag

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.

by Richard H. Schneider
, New York, New York

Some of the current Arlington ladies

Since 1948, these volunteers have provided comfort to mourners of soldiers and veterans.

by Richard H. Schneider
, New York, New York

Autistic Student giving his inspirational Graduation Speech

Watch the story of Eric Duquette who, with the help of his parents, classmates and teachers, became salutatorian of his graduating class.


Mickey Mantle

In this story from September 1953, the Hall-of-Fame slugger shares the life lessons he learned from his dad, Elven Charles "Mutt" Mantle.

by Mickey Mantle
, as told to Ben Epstein, N.Y. Daily Mirror

Sea lion at the National Zoo in Washington DC

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, owner of Tim's Place

Tim Harris is living his dream as the owner of the "world's friendliest" restaurant, and he just happens to have Down syndrome.


Danny Thomas with his wife, Rosemarie

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.

by Rosemarie Thomas
, Los Angeles, California

A young woman plays her homemade violin.

Be inspired by these young people who make beautiful music with instruments crafted from recycled trash.


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