Hope for a Hurting World
By Shawnelle Eliasen2 min read
When darkness reaches into the world, like the tragic shootings in Charleston, South Carolina, Jesus can bring forth new life and light.
Inspirational Stories
Let inspirational stories of faith, hope, survival, healing, and courage help you cultivate a positive attitude every day.
An Appreciation from the Peale Family
By Katie Allen Berlandi3 min read
Through Guideposts’ written materials others can learn how to think about faith in new ways; how to face personal problems, fear and challenges; and how attitude and mindset can be our greatest tools in living full, gratifying and giving lives.
Stop Stress with Praise
By Shawnelle Eliasen2 min read
If you’re waking up to a stress-filled day, try thinking about these lines from Shawnelle Eliasen: Lord, thank you for this morning. Thank you for the things You’ll do today. Thank you for going with me–wherever I go. You are kind, compassionate, and in control.
Sesame Street to Say Goodbye to Maria
By Brooke Obie1 min read
Sonia Manzano has been with Sesame Street, as an actress and a writer, since the show’s early days, but after nearly 45 years, she’s announced her retirement from the show.
Women’s World Cup: 10 Inspiring Players on the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team
By jtoomer4 min read
Get to know the inspiring women who made America proud by bringing home the cup.
A Death Row Chaplain Speaks on Grace and Mercy
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
In his new book, Death Row Chaplain, Earl Smith reminds us that God’s grace is available to men in prison as much as it is for each of us living on the outside.
10 Ways to Stay Husband and Wife for Life
By Michelle Cox1 min read
It’s beautiful to see young love in bloom, to see excitement and dreams for the future in the eyes of the bridal couple. But to me, it’s even more beautiful to see old love in bloom—the marriages that have withstood the test of time.
An Odd Fourth of July Farewell
By Adam Hunter3 min read
A mother’s request to have her ashes fired up into the sky on Independence Day is met by her family with skepticism, then sheer love.
5 Ways the Fourth of July Can Spark a Prayer
By Bob Hostetler1 min read
The annual celebration of American Independence can also inspire prayer.
Guideposts Classics: Barbara Mandrell on Forgiveness
By Barbara Mandrell5 min read
In this Guideposts Classic, country star Barbara Mandrell shares how she came to appreciate how forgiveness benefits both those who are forgiven and those who forgive.
A Grandfather’s Encouragement
By colleen-hughes1 min read
My grandfather celebrated his 98th birthday with the angels in heaven this June, so I’ve been thinking a lot about him, especially at work. He was super proud of my job at Guideposts and Angels on Earth.
10 Tips for a Lasting Marriage
By Michelle Cox3 min read
Here’s how to avoid “I do” from becoming “I don’t” with 10 tips for making a marriage last.
