Guideposts 75th Anniversary Archives

Guideposts Classics: Bud Collyer on Growing into Faith

In this story from July 1955, actor and television personality Bud Collyer shares the tale of a thought-provoking and enlightening encounter with a former atheist.

Guideposts Classics: Joe E. Brown on the Power of Laughter

By Joe E. Brown5 min read

In this story from June 1948, comedian Joe E. Brown, best remembered today as millionaire Osgood Fielding III in the classic 1959 comedy “Some Like It Hot,” discusses the healing power of laughter.

World War II veteran and Oscar winner Harold Russell

Guideposts Classics: Harold Russell on a Soldier’s Faith

By Harold Russell7 min read

In this story from January 1947, Harold Russell, who, after losing his hands during World War II, won two Oscars for his portrayal of Homer Parish in The Best Years of Our Lives, shares the importance of faith during wartime—and after.

Guideposts Classics: Marge Champion on Forgiveness

By Marge Champion6 min read

In this story from March 1966, actress and dancer Marge Champion shares how she came to experience the healing qualities of forgiveness.

Guideposts Classics: Joe E. Brown on Silver Linings

By Joe E. Brown8 min read

In this story from June 1962, comedian Joe E. Brown shares some of the low points in his life and how he came to understand that God was always there to see him through.

Guideposts Classics: Orville Redenbacher on Wise Counsel

By Orville Redenbacher7 min read

In this Guideposts Classic from September 1990, the popcorn purveyor with the memorable name shares how a certain Bible verse led to success in selling his gourmet popping corn.