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Though I was in his company for only a few hours, Harry Denman had a profound effect on my life.
In 1978, author Loren Eiseley published an essay called “The Star Thrower.” It recounts a beach walk by a narrator...
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Though I was in his company for only a few hours, Harry Denman had a profound effect on my life.
The Guideposts editor-in-chief shares his enthusiasm about the magazine for the holidays.
The Guideposts editor-in-chief tells us about his upcoming trip to Branson, Missouri.

In honor of Black History Month, we're sharing George Dawson's inspiring story of overcoming his pride to achieve what he was seeking.
The Guideposts editor-in-chief explains the importance of voting.

A daughter comes to learn that her mother found happiness in a different and wonderful way.

Mom always told us she'd be a writer one day; her success turned out to be a big inspiration.

Fatherhood was a role he felt unqualified to fill, but he had the best role-model he could hope for.

The lone sparkler they found in their mother's house was like a spark of hope on a dark night.

An entrepreneur shares the one rule that got her from welfare to successful business executive.

In this story from April 2005, singer Gladys Knight shares how her mother’s faith impacted Knight’s career and spiritual life.
The Guideposts editor-in-chief sends his condolences to the American Idol star.
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