Forgiving Her Father
By Stephanie Thompson8 min read
Growing up, she learned never to count on her father. Could anything make up for a lifetime of hurt?
Inspirational Stories
Let inspirational stories of faith, hope, survival, healing, and courage help you cultivate a positive attitude every day.
A Child’s Answered Prayer
By Kathryn Lay4 min read
In this excerpt of When Miracles Happen, a little girl’s simple prayer renews a mother’s faith.
Leonard Cohen and Jennifer Warnes: Joan of Arc
In the Sept./Oct. 2015 edition of Angels on Earth, Meg Belviso looks back at the life and legend of Joan of Arc. Listen as Jennifer Warnes and Leonard Cohen perform Cohen’s musical tribute to “the Maid,” as Joan was known in her time.
Watched Over by a Heavenly Proctor
By Roberta Messner6 min read
She couldn’t concentrate amid the chaos of her professor's kids, but everything she needed to ace the test was right there on his desk.
Casey’s Angelic Career
By Lori Torman6 min read
Her daughter was a young woman with special needs and so much to offer. Could she find a vocation for her?
The Healing Angel
By Sylvia Cooke3 min read
A retired teacher, struggling with Lyme disease, finds that a heavenly art project brings her back to health.
Protected by His Guardian Angel
By Marcus Sams6 min read
With three friends along for the ride, a high-schooler loses control of his vehicle on the interstate. Would anyone come to their aid?
What Prayer Can Do: A Divine Burst of Speed
By David Felty2 min read
He prayed for heavenly assistance in putting a bully in his place, but what he really needed was a miracle.
An NFL Star’s Inspiring New Game Plan
By Benjamin Watson8 min read
He wanted to be the best. But even the best was never good enough, and it tormented him.
Guideposts Classics: Johnny Cash on Overcoming Addiction
By Johnny Cash8 min read
In this story from November 1970, beloved singer Johnny Cash reveals the story of his struggle with drugs—and the Bible verse that inspired his recovery.
A Mother’s Gift of Grace
By Karen Paul-Stern5 min read
Her son was worried her penchant for weeping would spoil his Bar Mitzvah. But they were tears of joy.
Set Free by Forgiveness
By Marcus Weaver8 min read
The Aurora gunman had wounded his body, but all these years later his stepdad was still tearing away at his soul.