Recovery
How a Teacher Saved Her Student from Addiction
At the back of her classroom, she saw the struggles that her pupil was facing. But what could she do?
An Angel Helped Her Through Alcoholism
Her alcohol addiction was out of control until she found hope from a special angel on the mantelpiece.
One Man's Journey to Sobriety
Gerry Sowards' substance-abuse issues had brought him to the end of his rope, so far down he that he was planning his suicide. But with newfound faith, a stint in rehab and the help of friends, he's been sober for three years, and he assures us that anyone in his position can do the same.
A Slice of Cheesecake Gave Her Hope
A cheesecake wrapper resembling an angel gave her the strength she needed for her daughter's addiction.
Her Path to Sobriety Started with One Look
She saw herself in the eyes of a little girl.
A Chance Encounter Kept Him Sober
For 30 years he had tried to drink away his memories of Vietnam. But there was only one thing he didn’t want to forget.
Former NBA All-Star Vin Baker’s Journey to Sobriety
How a job at Starbucks became a stepping stone toward his recovery from alcohol addiction.
Bible Study Fellowship: The Cure for Her Addiction
Thanks to a Bible study and a little green journal she was able to confide to God about her addiction.
A New York Christmas with Family
Guideposts' Editor-in-Chief found strength in his family during the holidays even though his sobriety was still fragile.
A Reason for Hope: Stories of Recovery
Senior Editor Jim Hinch looks back at our year-long series on addiction and shares what he learned from overseeing it.