Inspirational Stories Archives

Friends, the Fall and More Inspire Guideposts Readers

Good friends are a source of endless blessings and inspiration for Guideposts readers.

Guideposts Editor-in-Chief Edward Grinnan

An Ancient Sacrifice for Faith

So much of this trip to the the holy lands has been about exploring the past. I was perhaps most amazed by the ruins of Masada, where in 66 A.D., a group of Jews fought and died for their faith, a sacrifice that many Christians of the early church would soon make as well.

Rainbows and More Inspire Guideposts Readers

By what-inspires-you2 min read

The people in your lives and some amazing experiences are inspiring Guideposts readers this week.

Mary’s Home, Taken on Faith

By Edward Grinnan2 min read

As my travels through the Holy Lands continue, we visit the house where Mary is believed to have spent her final days—a fact that can only be accepted by the heart and taken on faith.

Creativity and the Arts Inspire Guideposts Readers

By what-inspires-you1 min read

We’d like to share some inspiring comments about creativity, the arts and more that you contributed to our Facebook page.

Building Tributes to Faith in God

By Edward Grinnan1 min read

Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Church of Hagia Sophia show the epic efforts undertaken by people honoring their faith in God.

Journey to the Holy Lands

By Edward Grinnan2 min read

I suppose it is actually being in a place—like Istanbul—and walking its ancient streets that finally gives you a sense of the difference between cultures, between history and people and geography and faith.