A Hero’s Prayer Is Answered
By Mike Jones8 min read
A veteran law enforcement officer asks for God’s intervention when he is faced with the most difficult 13 seconds of his career.
True Stories of Answered Prayers
Stories of answered prayers can strengthen our faith and offer hope and reassurance. While we don’t know what causes God to answer prayer, we strive to pray from a place of authenticity and humility. When you are in a challenging moment, remember answered prayers in your own lives and the lives of those around you.
A Desperate Prayer Answered at the Top of the World
By Brian Dickinson10 min read
A climber has his faith restored and his life saved when he survives snow blindness and an avalanche on Mt. Everest.
A Heartfelt Prayer, Lovingly Answered
By Carole Wyatt2 min read
When a mother loses her furry friend, her husband and kids are inspired to demonstrate just how much they care for her.
Look for the Silver Lining
By Carolyn Wilson1 min read
The prayers of a woman with seller’s remorse are answered at an estate sale.
War Heroes Provide Answer to Author’s Prayer
By Tricia Goyer8 min read
A romance novelist listened to the memories of World War II veterans whose inspiring stories were waiting to be told.
Called to Pray
By Edith M. Dean2 min read
In the midst of morning prayer, she heard a voice telling her to pray for Helen. Who was Helen?
What Prayer Can Do: A Family Blessing
By Karen Haines2 min read
A Guideposts reader recalls when a special prayer request was answered very promptly, indeed.
A Photographer Refocuses Life’s Lens
By Joel Sartore8 min read
His wife’s illness and the power of prayer changed his priorities.
Meant to Be Together
By Rhonda Hayes8 min read
A recently widowed mother’s leap of faith is rewarded and a daughter’s last wish granted.
The Answer to a Prayer on 34th Street
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
Sometimes, out of the blue, you encounter the answer to a prayer you didn’t even know you had asked for.
Answered Prayers: Kids and the Joys of Cooking
By Margaret Panico2 min read
A retiree shares her faith and gets her prayer answered by introducing children to the ways of the kitchen.
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