Disney’s Inspiring New Heroine: ‘Moana’
By Jessica Toomer3 min read
The story of Disney’s first Polynesian princess is rich with Pacific Islander culture, mythology and lessons on forging your own destiny.
Inspirational Stories
Let inspirational stories of faith, hope, survival, healing, and courage help you cultivate a positive attitude every day.
Kristin Chenoweth: A Career Founded on Faith
By Kristin Chenoweth7 min read
How does the Tony-award winning actress and singer overcome criticism and doubt? She describes the inner voice that has kept her faith strong and guided her from Oklahoma to Broadway.
An Adopted Son Finds His Birth Father Just in Time
Listen as Ken Davis, who was adopted as an infant, describes the thrill of finding his birth parents just in time to see his birth father, David Johnston, through a life-saving open-heart surgery.
A Tortoise on the A-Train?
By Adam Hunter2 min read
Have you ever spotted an animal in an unusual place? Like a giant tortoise on the NYC subway?
Help Guideposts Give the Gift of Hope
By Heather Dennis2 min read
Guideposts’ senior vice president for philanthropy describes a childhood experience that helped her learn the importance of giving back.
A Divine Encounter at the Bathroom Sink
By Diana Aydin3 min read
How one woman heard God’s voice at the strangest place–the bathroom sink.
A Mysterious Flea Market Find
By Diana Aydin4 min read
A mysterious prayer book found in an Italian flea market opens up some treasures and questions.
Tracking Down Wonder in Italy
By Diana Aydin3 min read
A trip to Italy produces wonder and delight at the Blue Grotto in Capri.
Swimmer Diana Nyad’s New Challenge: To Get Us Walking
By Jessica Toomer4 min read
After completing her historic Cuba swim, Nyad wants everyone to get healthy. She’s got a new initiative almost anyone can do.
The True Story Behind the Hero of ‘Hacksaw Ridge’
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
Mel Gibson’s latest film centers on war hero Desmond Doss who saved 75 men in WWII. Here’s his story from a man who knew him.
Child Who Lost Both Parents Launches A ‘Smile Experiment’
By Jessica Toomer2 min read
Despite experiencing a terrible loss, Jaden Hayes is determined to bring happiness to the world.
How a Meditation Retreat Brought My Family Closer
By Adam Hunter3 min read
Meditation brings a family closer together at Blue Cliff Monastery.
