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How Mr. Rogers Spread God’s Love Everywhere

By Joanne Rogers6 min read

His wife of 51 years recalls Fred Rogers, the beloved man of faith inside the familiar cardigan sweater.

Kate Mulgrew’s Toughest Role: Alzheimer’s Caregiver

By Kate Mulgrew9 min read

The actress couldn’t refuse when her mother asked her to watch over her as she dealt with the debilitating disease.

Guideposts Classics: Beverly Garland on Faith Conquering Fear

By Beverly Garland2 min read

In this story from August 1989, actress Beverly Garland shares a quote that taught her the importance of faith and self-assurance.

Guideposts Classics: Gloria Gaynor on Finding Faith

By Gloria Gaynor7 min read

In this story from July 1998, singer Gloria Gaynor shares how, though she had achieved great success in her career, there was something missing until she learned who Jesus really was.

Cynthia Erivo: Playing Harriet Tubman Changed My Life

By Cynthia Erivo7 min read

Tony-winning actress Cynthia Erivo reveals that her own faith was strengthened by portraying abolitionist Harriet Tubman in the biopic Harriet.

Comedian Bob Newhart performs one of his famous phone-conversation comedy routines

Remembering Bob Newhart: 94 Years of Faith, Family and Funny

By Brett Leveridge5 min read

The legendary funnyman, who passed away on July 18, 2024, brought joy and laughter to his many fans for more than 60 years.

Guideposts Classics: Ralph Bellamy on Sharing God’s Gifts

By Ralph Bellamy3 min read

In this story from June 1988, Oscar-winning actor Ralph Bellamy reminds us that our actions can touch the lives of others, even when we don’t know it.

Guideposts Classics: Kathie Lee Gifford on the Source of Her Joy

By Kathie Lee Gifford6 min read

In this story from January 1996, actress and television personality Kathie Lee Gifford discusses the role that faith plays in her life and career.

Author and motivational speaker Trent Shelton

Trent Shelton: How Failure Inspired Him to Find a New Purpose

By Trent Shelton8 min read

When he didn’t achieve his NFL dreams, he had to forge a new path to success and contentment—helping others in the process.

A Conversation with Trent Shelton

In this series of videos, the former NFL player, motivational speaker and author of The Greatest You gets real about his faith, his failures and how he tapped both to discover his life’s purpose.

Guideposts Classics: Lee Iacocca on the Blessings of Freedom

By Lee Iacocca4 min read

In this story from September 1985, Lee Iacocca, bestselling author and former chairman of both the Ford Motor Company and the Chrysler Corporation, recalls how his immigrant parents survived tough times through hard work and faith.