Inspiring Stories

Blessed by a Glimpse of the Father She Barely Knew

Her mother teaching her son to cook proved to be an unexpected blessing for this mom.

Keeping the Faith: Here Comes the Sun

Guideposts’ Vice President of Ministries shares how her spirits are lifted by the summer sun—and God’s light.

A Sign of Hope from God After a Fire

Only a cross remained after Balsora Baptist Church in Texas went up in flames. 

Thought-Provoking Quotes to Inspire You

Let these inspirational quotes guide you and bring you closer to God.

Why You Can Rejoice in Each New Day

It’s not about having a life devoid of troubles. It’s about possibilities.

Guideposts Classics: Robert Cummings on Honesty

A Real Life ‘Anne With an E’ Inspired Her

They both loved the fictional redheaded orphan of Green Gables. Then their friendship helped her heal.    

The Inadequacy of ‘Thank You’ to a Retiring Rabbi

The impact a member of the clergy has on each congregant is so beautiful and vast, it can’t be captured in just a few words of gratitude.

He Stopped Running from His Past to Head Toward God

He thought he knew what he was running for—until he figured out what he was running from.

This Struggling Mom Turned to Him for Help

It wasn’t rocket science. It was parenting. That was the problem...

The Journal of a Sister Lost to Cancer Bolstered Her Faith

Her late sister had made her peace with the Lord. Could she?

Could She Let Go of the House She Loved?

The stages of life and the changes they brought were often a challenge for her, and never more so than now.

The Blessing of Burnt Beans

A ruined pot of beans taught her a valuable spiritual lesson.

Mitch Albom: 5 Spiritual Lessons

The best-selling author shares lessons he’s learned about the person God wants him—and each of us— to be.