Alcoholism
God's Grace—and a Banjo—Made This Marine Veteran Whole Again
Tormented by memories of the Vietnam War, he turned to alcohol. Music was his path to sobriety and salvation.
The Serenity Prayer Ignited His Spiritual Awakening
The Guideposts Editor-in-Chief initially struggled with parts of the well-known prayer at his Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
How a Beloved Bible Helped Her Forgive Her Alcoholic Father
Finding her treasured childhood book allowed her to let go of her resentment.
How a Silver Coin Connected Two Alcoholic Anonymous Members
He found a medallion honoring 25 years of sobriety. But who did the chip belong to?
After 30 Years of Addiction, God Answered His Prayer for Sobriety
He had been a crack addict, a fugitive and an inmate, but one sincere prayer helped him turn his life around.
Keep the Faith with Ty'Ann Brown: Breaking Down the Serenity Prayer
Guideposts' VP of Ministries explores how the Serenity Prayer can positively impact your life, whether or not you are dealing with an addiction or are in a 12-step program.
Forgiving Her Alcoholic Father Helped Her Feel Whole
Her father was trying to make amends, but could she forgive him for his emotional abuse during her childhood?
The Near-Death Experience That Brought Him Clarity
He almost died in the fire that killed his mother and brother. But the divine encounter gave him the strength he needed to get sober years later.
5 Key Steps to Staying Sober During a Crisis
Covid-19 has upended every facet of life, but there are still ways to seek help and remain sober.