Survival Stories

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The world is filled with inspirational stories of everyday people who find themselves in life or death situations and miraculously live to tell about it. They overcome life-threatening illnesses, survive tornadoes and floods and other close calls. But these real-life survival stories are more than tales of endurance; they are inspiring stories about miracles and the faith and hope that sustain us in times of crisis.   

The decisive action and courage, the perseverance and tenacity that led to happy endings in each of these survival stories is sure to lift your spirit and strengthen your faith.

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Mr. Inspiration comes to Sin City (not so much anymore) and we're glad to receive him. Also, Whitney in heaven.

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Bill Irwin and his wife, Debra

Capsizing into freezing rapids is a tough jam for anyone to get out of, especially if you're blind.

by Bill Irwin
, Sebec, Maine
from Guideposts

After considerable soul searching, I chose to be honest about my own personal story of battling addiction and depression. Here’s why.

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I know firsthand how important it is for Josh Hamilton to hold fast to his faith and his sobriety.

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Veteran cop Mike Jones whos faith saw him through a dangerous hostage situation.

A veteran law enforcement officer asks for God's intervention when he is faced with the most difficult 13 seconds of his career.

by Mike Jones
, Panama City, Florida
from Guideposts

Brian Dickinson had his faith restored on the summit of Mt. Everest.

A climber has his faith restored and his life saved when he survives snow blindness and an avalanche on Mt. Everest.

by Brian Dickinson
, Snoqualmie, Washington
from Guideposts

Brian Dickinson shares dazzling views of his trek to the top of the world--the peak of Mt. Everest.

from Slideshow

An angel guides Douglas and Buddy Earl Clark to the safety of home.

An angel leads a pair of young brothers through a blizzard to the warmth and comfort of home.

by Douglas Scott Clark
, Maryville, Tennessee
from Angels on Earth

Keisa and Rex Willimon

A family relies on faith and prayer to bring loved ones home in this heroic tale of survival.

by Keisa and Rex Willimon
, Easley, North Carolina
from Guideposts

An Angel Named Maria

How one little angel named Maria inspired 50 years of helping others.

by Elizabeth Sherrill

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