Inspiration

Once again this World Cup I have tried to get excited about soccer (don’t call it football). I still prefer to watch paint dry.

By Jane Wyman8 min read

In this story from June 1964, Oscar-winning actress Jane Wyman recalls the priest who helped her overcome shyness and focus on God and other people.

If it wasn’t for horse racing–and Van Varner–I probably never would have come to Guideposts.

Earth is Forgiveness School.

Investing in others may not be common in this dog-eat-dog world, but we are called to be uncommon. We are called to serve.

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.

Evie closed the book and looked up at me. “Can we talk some more about getting a dog?”

By Adam Hunter2 min read

Leonard Nimoy explains how Star Trek’s “Live Long and Prosper” came to be.

By Edie Melson3 min read

I pray that future generations recognize the sacrifices military men and women serving now have made…

By Jamie Farr7 min read

In this story from January 1985, popular M*A*S*H star Jamie Farr explains how faith played a role in his first big break in show business.

By Jimmy Dean7 min read

In this story from May 1964, singer, TV personality and businessman Jimmy Dean recalls when he learned the value of forgiveness.

By Robert Stack7 min read

In this story from August 1968, actor Robert Stack reveals how he learned to relinquish control over his life and career.