Messages of Hope for Advent
In this series of videos, Rick Hamlin shares words of inspiration, comfort and hope for the days leading up to Christmas.
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A Mysterious Note of Encouragement from a Child Gave Her Hope
By Connie Cooley2 min read
Her son was struggling with alcohol addiction; the message reminded her that he was in God’s hands.
Suddenly She Was a Sandwich Generation Caregiver
By Lori Durham8 min read
First her daughter and her husband moved in. Then her mother-in-law. So much for her empty nest.
How to Give Thanks During a Pandemic
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
Counting your blessings, even this year, can quickly add up to a long list of gratitude.
Continued: How Guideposts Stories Make a Difference
By The Editors17 min read
Enjoy these inspiring updates on Guideposts stories from the people who wrote them and readers whose lives were touched by them.
3 Special Moments with God’s Creatures
By Megan Troise5 min read
Sometimes connecting with another being changes us more than we could have ever expected.
Advent, Day 21: Angels and the Star of Bethlehem
By Norman Vincent Peale2 min read
On this, the 21st day of Advent, we share a devotion from Norman Vincent Peale that explores what it is that angels can teach us, at Christmas and all the year round.
Advent, Day 20: When Christmas Past Is Present
By Norman Vincent Peale7 min read
On this, the 20th day of Advent, Norman Vincent Peale shares some inspiring memories of Christmases gone by.
Advent, Day 19: Making Ready for Christmas
By Norman Vincent Peale4 min read
On the 19th day of Advent, Guideposts founder Norman Vincent Peale reminds us that this is a time of anticipation, of preparation, of celebration.
Advent, Day 18: The Light of Christmas
By Norman Vincent Peale2 min read
On this 18th day of Advent, Norman Vincent Peale celebrates the lights—and the Light—of Christmas.
Advent, Day 17: Words to Grow On
By Norman Vincent Peale2 min read
On this, the 17th day of Advent, Norman Vincent Peale shares a valuable lesson his father taught him at Christmastime when Dr. Peale was just 10 years old.
Advent, Day 16: A Christmas Wish
By Norman Vincent Peale3 min read
On the 16th day of Advent, Norman Vincent Peale tells of a small memento that brought home to him once again the true meaning of Christmas.
