Journey to Sobriety: One Man Rides for Hope
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
Spencer Nee is a recovering addict who decided to ride his bike across the country to raise money and awareness for others pursuing a life of sobriety.
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The Mysterious Girl He Saw
By Brett Leveridge2 min read
While in the grips of addiction to cocaine and other substances, Richard Dreyfuss’ life was turned around by visits from a child no one else could see.
The Faith to Break Free
By Carmen Escamilla8 min read
An emotionally abusive spouse had left her filled with self-loathing that led to unhealthy habits, but her faith gave her the strength to recover.
A Death Row Chaplain Puts Alcohol and Drugs Behind Him
By Earl Smith8 min read
Before he was chaplain of the NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, Earl Smith faith was challenged when he came face to face with the man who shot him at point-blank range.
My Moment of Truth in Rehab
By Danny Simmons8 min read
Life is about choices. Artist Danny Simmons didn’t realize the choice he would have to make.
A Prayer for the Addicted
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
During a weekend devoted to those suffering from addiction, who will you pray for?
A Not-So-Random Call
By Patricia Walworth Wood2 min read
Only divine intervention could stop me from drinking.
A Year Without
By Sharron K. Cosby7 min read
It wasn’t until she gave up something herself that she began to understand her son’s long struggle with addiction.
Guideposts Classics: Glen Campbell on God’s Grace
By Kim and Glen Campbell8 min read
In this story from October 1994, music legend Glen Campbell and his wife discuss how faith and prayer saved their marriage—and his life.
DeVon Franklin on Greenlighting Faith
By DeVon Franklin9 min read
This movie producer achieved success not on his own terms, but on God’s.
Giving His Addiction Up to God
By William Joseph9 min read
He hated his dad’s alcoholism. He didn’t understand how he could destroy himself. Turned out he wasn’t that different.
The Dream That Answered Her Prayer
By Lou Dean7 min read
In this excerpt from Dreams of Angels, a grieving daughter begs God to help her see her alcoholic mother in a new light.