Guideposts 75th Anniversary
Guideposts Classics: Ruth Hussey on Answered Prayer
In this story from April 1953, the Academy Award-nominated actress shares how an answered prayer helped her portray a role she found daunting: the Virgin Mary.
The Bad Good Friday and the Inspiring Easter That Followed
In this story from April 1965, the wife of politician Lowell Thomas, Jr., recalls the earthquake that struck Alaska in 1964.
Guideposts Classics: Neil Hamilton on Asking for Prayer
In this story from January 1967, actor Neil Hamilton, then starring as Commissioner Gordon on the popular TV series Batman, tells of a dramatic crossroad in his life.
In 1960 Little Ruby Bridges Bravely Entered an All-White School
20 years ago this month she told Guideposts the story of how faith, family—and one amazing teacher—helped her overcome her fear.
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.
Bart Starr: The First Super Bowl MVP 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.
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.
The Morning Prayer That Helped Her Survive Captivity
Kathryn Koob, one of 52 Americans taken hostage in Iran on November 4, 1979, shares how her faith helped her endure the 444-day ordeal.
A Veteran's Emotional Visit to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
He lost his legs in Vietnam but his commander lost his life. Would he ever be able to forgive himself?
Guideposts Classics: James Earl Jones on the Importance of Mentoring
In this story from November 1993, the award-winning actor pays tribute to the teacher who helped him find his voice as an actor.
