A Pastor’s Wife on Loving Her Husband Through His Recovery
Deborah Beddoe shares how she came to understand that her fears and insecurities were not all the fault of her husband’s addiction to prescription drugs.
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How These Long-Lost Pen Pals Found Each Other Again
Nadine Covey and Akiko Toyama say “God took over” in reuniting them, after becoming pen-pals during World War II.
Guideposts Classics: Neil Hamilton on Asking for Prayer
By Neil Hamilton8 min read
In this story from January 1967, actor Neil Hamilton, then starring as Commissioner Gordon on the popular TV series Batman, tells of a dramatic crossroad in his life.
In 1960 Little Ruby Bridges Bravely Entered an All-White School
By Ruby Bridges Hall11 min read
20 years ago this month she told Guideposts the story of how faith, family—and one amazing teacher—helped her overcome her fear.
Katie Brown: A Mother’s Prayer Answered
By Katie Brown8 min read
The popular TV host feared she was not up to the task of helping her adopted daughter overcome the obstacles she would face. An empathetic doctor showed her otherwise.
She Realized Her Kids Needed a Mom More than a Coach
By Tonya May Avent8 min read
She encouraged her daughters to become track stars, but was she imposing her own dreams on them?
Her Stern Grandfather Turned Out to Be a ‘Cool Dude’
By Mary Pembleton8 min read
She had once feared the ornery veteran, but their relationship transformed after she became his caregiver.
A Shiny Sign from Heaven Calmed Her as a Tornado Raged
By Linda Stratigakis7 min read
She and her husband were trapped in their van during a devastating twister, but she spotted a penny that assured her they would be all right.
One Couple’s Puppy Rescue Mission
By Anna Maria Chiasson8 min read
She wanted to rescue the dog that had comforted her husband while he served in Afghanistan, but how could a college student possibly raise the necessary money?
A Successful Restaurateur Gives Back to Those in Need
In his Washington, D.C., restaurant, Kazi Mannan feeds 80-90 needy people a day, giving them the full dining-out experience seated side by side with paying customers.
Caregiving Brought Her Closer to Her Grandfather
When she was a child, her grandfather was a stern disciplinarian, used to having his way, but when their roles reversed and she became his caregiver, he revealed a softer, loving side.
Guideposts Says Goodbye: Notable Deaths of 2019
By Brett Leveridge12 min read
As 2019 comes to a close, Guideposts pauses to remember some of the inspiring individuals who left us over the past 12 months.