Guideposts Classics: Bud Collyer on Growing into Faith
By Bud Collyer8 min read
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.
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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.
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.
Guideposts Classics: Eddie Rickenbacker on Helping Others
By Captain Eddie Rickenbacker6 min read
War hero Eddie Rickenbacker reveals his reliance on prayer in this Guideposts Classic.
Guideposts Classics: June Lockhart on Where She Prays
By June Lockhart8 min read
In this story from May 1958, actress June Lockhart reveals the place she finds most effective for reaching out to God.
Guideposts Classics: Tim Conway on Answered Prayer
By Tim Conway6 min read
In this story from May 2007, funnyman Tim Conway shares a tale of childhood faith and answered prayer.
Guideposts Classics: Sidney Poitier on Honoring His Parents
By Sidney Poitier8 min read
Sidney Poitier shares how his happy upbringing has shaped his life and career.
Guideposts Classics: Babe Ruth on the Foundation of Faith
By George Herman Ruth7 min read
In this story from October 1948, the legendary slugger shares how important his early religious training was to him, especially in his final days.
Guideposts Classics: Fred Rogers on a Grandfather’s Love
By Fred Rogers8 min read
In this story from September 1980, television’s “Mr. Rogers” shares the story of the man who helped him believe in himself.
