Stories of Hope Archives

Why Life’s Storms Don’t Define Us

Hurricane Matthew left behind destruction. But in its wake, people helped others.

Gifts and blessings right under your nose.

Blessings and Wonders Right Under Your Nose

There are blessings and wonders just waiting to be seized. Sometimes they’re closer than you think, right under your nose

5 reminders of hope when military life gets tough

5 Things to Remember When Military Life Gets Tough

By Edie Melson2 min read

If you’re in a military family and a loved one is deployed, you know how tough and stressful life can get. Here are 5 tips to help you cope.

The comfort of getting a short note when someone reaches out to you.

The Comfort of a Short Note

By Edie Melson2 min read

When God moves you to reach out to someone, remember it’s His perfect timing.

Join the Guideposts prayer challenge to end world hunger.

Combining Prayer and Action to Help Others

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

Join the Guideposts prayer challenge to end world hunger.

How to help and protect our military veterans when they come home to civilian life.

4 Ways to Help and Protect Our Military Veterans

By Edie Melson2 min read

Our veterans have protected us. When they come home, here’s how we can protect them.

How the gift of a tea set brought healing.

How a Tea Set Led to Healing

By Diana Aydin3 min read

How a little gold-rimmed tea set brought about self-compassion and healing after an abusive relationship.

Practice compassion and mercy on a daily basis.

How Our Faith Can Make a Difference in the World

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

The needs of our world and communities are many, but the goodness of God that lives through us provides hope that together we can do good things with great love for others.

Elizabeth Vargas: How Prayer Helped Her Overcome Anxiety, Addiction

By Elizabeth Vargas10 min read

For years the veteran broadcast journalist suffered secretly. Prayer gave her the strength to deal with her own struggles—and to help others in recovery.