Story of a Song: What the World Needs Now Is Love
By Kimberly Elkins2 min read
Hal David—longtime songwriting partner with Burt Bacharach—had a sudden burst of inspiration while composing the lyrics for one of the Sixties’ most uplifting songs.
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What Prayer Can Do: Lizard Love
By Tari Liska2 min read
How would she ever find the tiny gecko that was loose in her home?
Bubba Watson on the Bible and the Lessons His Parents Taught Him
The golf superstar and two-time Masters champion discusses the role that the Bible plays in his life and career and shares key lessons his parents taught him.
Greetings from Madison, Indiana
Residents share info about and express their pride in Georgetown, Madison’s historic Black neighborhood that was a active stop on the Underground Railroad.
3 Kitchen Tips from Cooking Sensation Brenda Gantt
The Facebook star, an expert in Southern cooking, offers advice on how to get good results in the kitchen and discusses the role of faith in her own life as a cook.
A Mother’s Tips for Talking to Kids About Drugs
Author Christine Naman, whose teenage daughter struggled with addiction, discusses actions parents can take to decrease the likelihood that their children will get involved with alcohol and drugs and to help them get sober if they do.
Keeping the Faith: Resisting Temptation
By Ty'Ann Brown2 min read
Guideposts’ Vice President of Ministries reminds us that even Jesus had to work to resist temptation. Here’s how to cut out the earthly distractions and focus on God instead.
Desperate to Help Her Addicted Daughter, a Mother in Denial Turned to God
By Christine Naman9 min read
It’s hard enough to have a daughter with a drug problem. It’s even harder to admit it.
Her Mother With Alzheimer’s Sang ‘Silent Night’
By Kristen Kemp9 min read
Dementia had taken away so much from her mother and her family. But at the Christmas Eve service, she realized their faith would see them through.
Kristin Chenoweth: The Gift That Taught Her the Meaning of Christmas
By Kristin Chenoweth9 min read
As a teen, the award-winning actress and singer wanted Gloria Vanderbilt jeans, but the gift she received instead proved to be much more meaningful.
This Former Addict Is a Popular New York City SoulCycle Instructor
By Noa Shaw7 min read
Addict. Drug dealer. Felon. But since getting sober he inspires others to do the same in his unique exercise class.
5 Ways to Move Past Caregiver Denial
By The Editors2 min read
It’s not easy to accept that a loved one is dealing with dementia. From educating yourself to hiring respite care, here is how to come to terms with a difficult diagnosis.
