Inspiring Stories
His Son's Brave Battle to Recover from Polio Bolstered a Father's Faith
In this story from the October 1954 issue of Guideposts, a father writes a touching letter to his son.
Could This Introverted Army Wife Handle Yet Another Move?
She struggled to make new friends each time her husband was reassigned. Could she summon the courage to make just one new connection?
Tamron Hall: Speaking Out on Behalf of Domestic Violence Victims
After her sister was murdered, the broadcast journalist was inspired to shine a light on the widespread issue of domestic abuse.
How Mister Rogers Saved Public Television
The beloved television star testified before congress in 1969 on the importance of educational programming.
Tamron Hall on the People Who Influence Her Faith Life
The popular talk show host gets personal, discussing those who inspire her every day.
How ‘The Power of Positive Thinking’ Shaped One Family’s Future
Cindy Abel shares the impact Dr. Norman Vincent Peale had on her father—and their entire family.
94-Year-Old WWII Veteran Finally Gets His College Degree
Paul Blom returned to school 73 years after he first enrolled.
Love Continues to Pour in for Alex Trebek After Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
The beloved game show host says even Watson, the IBM computer, sent him well wishes.
Guideposts Classics: Bart Starr on the Importance of Confidence
In this story from January 1968, former Green Bay Packers quarterback Bart Starr recalls how the legendary coach Vince Lombardi instilled confidence in Starr and his teammates.
A Miraculous Rescue from a Raging Inferno
Trapped in a roaring wildfire, he learned that God is always watching over us.
Guideposts Classics: Herman Wouk on the Blessings of the Sabbath
In this excerpt from his book This Is My God, as seen in the August 1961 issue of Guideposts, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and author Herman Wouk shares why he so valued Judaism's observance of the Sabbath.
Tuskegee Airman Celebrates 100th Birthday by Flying a Plane
The centenarian handled the takeoff and landing perfectly.
Hospital Dresses Newborns as Mister Rogers
The babies and staff, who were greeted by the late TV star’s wife, were celebrating World Kindness Day.
Guideposts Says Goodbye: Notable Deaths of 2019
As 2019 comes to a close, Guideposts pauses to remember some of the inspiring individuals who left us over the past 12 months.
Inspirational QUOTES
Next
And the angel said, "I have learned that every man lives, not through care of himself, but by love."
