
Guideposts Classics: Eddy Arnold on the Value of Aiming High
In this story from September 1972, country music legend Eddy Arnold shares a lesson from his father about recognizing the good in people—and in himself.
In 1978, author Loren Eiseley published an essay called “The Star Thrower.” It recounts a beach walk by a narrator...
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In this story from September 1972, country music legend Eddy Arnold shares a lesson from his father about recognizing the good in people—and in himself.

Fueled by her unflappable faith, the country music legend has never been afraid to aim high.

In this story from 1981, a television newsman recounts his harrowing escape from the devastation caused by the eruption of Mount St. Helens
A Miraculous Rescue from a Raging Inferno

In this story from April 1956, popular film star Glenn Ford shares how becoming a father reminded him of the importance of regular church attendance.

In a story that first appeared in the February 1994 issue of Guideposts, we remember the hemophiliac teenager’s amazing legacy. Plus an update from his mother.

The DIY home improvement expert studied acting and music. But ultimately God led her back to the life that had first started with her church youth group.

She created yard signs with positive messages to respond to a local suicide crisis. Now her signs encourage people facing a wide range of problems.

When her husband fell twice in six months, she should have been sympathetic. Why was she resentful instead?

In our 75 years, Guideposts has published inspiring stories from people in every field of creative endeavor from Al Roker to Corrie ten Boom, Fred Rogers and Tim Conway.

Sheri Furman shares how a fire in her small business led to a silver lining she could never have imagined.

Guideposts’ assistant art director shares how he has seen the people of NYC come together to support one another in a trying time.

Ansley Roan, Guideposts’ Vice President of Digital Content, takes a moment to celebrate the human spirit during the Coronavirus crisis.
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