Inspiration Archives

Dr. Henry J. Heimlich, creator of the life-saving Heimlich maneuver

The Man Who Created the Heimlich Maneuver

In this story from July 1995, Dr. Henry J. Heimlich shares the inspiring story of how he came to discover a way for average people to assist people who are choking.

Max Lucado with a holiday decor background

Max Lucado: Because of Bethlehem

By Max Lucado4 min read

In this excerpt from his book Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, Max Lucado connects picking the perfect Christmas tree with God’s purpose for you.

Gretchen Rubin on Making Meaningful Changes in Your Life

By Gretchen Rubin6 min read

In this excerpt from her book Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives, Gretchen Rubin looks at the greatest obstacle to change: reluctance to take that first step.

Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth

Kristin Chenoweth on ‘The Art of Elegance’

Having recorded country, Christian and Christmas music, Emmy and Tony Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth discusses her first album of standards from the Great American Songbook.

Vin Scully, longtime play-by-play announcer for the Los Angeles Dodgers

Hall of Fame Baseball Broadcaster Vin Scully Calling It a Career

By Guideposts Digital4 min read

Here’s our tribute to Vin Scully, long-time play-by-play man for the Los Angeles Dodgers, who calls his final game on October 2, 2016.

The Puppy That Helped an Alzheimer’s Patient

By Dorothy C. Snyder4 min read

Discover the amazing true story of how a pound puppy helped a caregiver.

A woman sits with a human resources employee during a job interview

5 Tips to Stay Motivated During a Lengthy Job Search

By Holly Lebowitz Rossi4 min read

Hunting for a job can be difficult, especially when the search drags on for weeks, months or even years. Here are five tips that will help you remain positive as you look for the position that will be just the right fit.

Iraq war veteran Bryan Anderson photographed for Guideposts by Larsen & Talbert.

Our Returning Troops: Inspiring Veteran Won’t Give Up

By Bryan Anderson8 min read

This veteran may have lost two legs and one hand while serving in Iraq, but he refuses to be limited or defined by his injuries.

11 Inspiring Billy Graham Quotes

By Brooke Obie2 min read

Enjoy these inspiring quotes from the pastor, radio host and best-selling author.

Author Carol Wallace: Revisiting ‘Ben-Hur’

Author Carol Wallace speaks of her great-great-grandfather, Lew Wallace, and shares the challenges she faced in revising his classic novel, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, for a modern audience. Watch the trailer for the upcoming Ben-Hur movie!