Motivational Stories
Motivational stories stay with you, coming to mind when you are faced with a challenge. Stories that motivate are stories that show you the way toward success, improvement, happiness, and connection. Turn to motivating stories whenever you need a boost on your life journey.
94-Year-Old WWII Veteran Finally Gets His College Degree
Paul Blom returned to school 73 years after he first enrolled.
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.
How Ben Napier Spreads Christmas Cheer
The co-host of HGTV's Home Town explains how he finds holiday magic every day, even in the summer.
Max Lucado on 'How Happiness Happens'
The best-selling author and pastor shares tips from his book about creating joy in your day-to-day life.
Take Max Lucado's Happiness Challenge
The best-selling author and pastor shows us how to create happier moments in our life.
Prayer Shawls Comfort Grieving Military Families
Volunteers knit and crochet for the loved ones of fallen soldiers.
Guideposts Classics: Ray Bradbury on Celebrating God's Gifts
In this story from June 1991, the science fiction author shares how an encounter with a sideshow performer convinced him to embrace the gifts God had given him: A passion and a talent for writing.
Trent Shelton: How Failure Inspired Him to Find a New Purpose
When he didn't achieve his NFL dreams, he had to forge a new path to success and contentment—helping others in the process.
August 2019 Cover Star Trent Shelton Greets Guideposts Readers
Author and motivational speaker Trent Shelton shares his story in the August 2019 issue of Guideposts. Watch our exclusive video interview with him!
Tuskegee Airman Celebrates 100th Birthday by Flying a Plane
The centenarian handled the takeoff and landing perfectly.
Trent Shelton on the Secret to True Wellness
In this series of videos, the former NFL player, motivational speaker and author of The Greatest You gets real about his faith, his failures and how he tapped both to discover his life's purpose.
Why a Veteran and His Remarkable Dog Traveled Across the Country
When his dog was diagnosed with cancer, Rob Kugler left his life behind for an epic road trip.
Don’t Let Limitations Define You
How to push yourself to rise above barriers and experience the power of possibilities.
6 Women Who Inspire Us Today
Author Therese Borchard highlights some of history’s most inspirational women and their great lessons
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The best thing in the world to have is also the best thing in the world to be. A friend.
