How Rereading His Letters from Vietnam Helped a Veteran Find Peace
Letters from soldiers stationed at the front during wartime can be inspiring and sometimes heartbreaking. For one woman and her ex-husband, these letters were healing.
Military
FDR’s Little White Book Gave Him Comfort at Pearl Harbor
By Al McDowell8 min read
A young naval radioman survived the attack on Pearl Harbor and found purpose in life, thanks to a palm-sized Bible from the Commander-in-Chief.
Faith Helps Veteran Overcome Survivor’s Guilt, PTSD and TBI
By Master Sgt. Adele Loar, U.S. Air Force (ret)8 min read
This Iraq vet wondered why she’d been allowed to survive a bomb attack, but she came to understand that she could honor her fallen comrades by living a full and faithful life.
16 Inspiring Quotes for Veterans Day
By Brett Leveridge3 min read
For Veterans Day, we celebrate the attributes that we most admire in those who those serve: Courage. Honor. Sacrifice. Selflessness.
Iraq Veteran Refuses to Leave Therapy Donkey Behind
By Brett Leveridge1 min read
It’s a U.S. Marines tradition to never leave a comrade behind, for John Folsom that rule applied to Smoke the donkey.
Tips for a Better Budget
Get practical advice on spending, saving and the need to be accountable for your finances from Kenneth L. Sampson, Chaplain (Colonel) U.S. Army (Retired). Learn more in the free Guideposts publication Financial Readiness.
Gary Sinise on Giving Back to Veterans
By Gary Sinise8 min read
Acclaimed actor Gary Sinise, who devotes much of his time and energy to supporting the men and women of the military, explains how you can do the same in your own community.
Guideposts Classics: Harold Russell on a Soldier’s Faith
By Harold Russell7 min read
In this story from January 1947, Harold Russell, who, after losing his hands during World War II, won two Oscars for his portrayal of Homer Parish in The Best Years of Our Lives, shares the importance of faith during wartime—and after.
Soldiers Give the Fort Hood Hug Lady an Outpouring of Love
By Allison Churchill3 min read
Elizabeth Laird, the Fort Hood Hug Lady, has made sure no soldier left for a combat zone or came home without getting a hug since 2003. Now, it’s her turn to receive love.
Veterans Awareness Month: Your Donations Matter
By Guideposts2 min read
Guideposts thanks donors to its initiative to support veterans.
Guideposts Declares November “Veterans Awareness Month”
By Guideposts2 min read
Guideposts seeks to bring national attention to the plight of US Veterans with the November cover story
Join Our Twitter Chat to Discover How Dogs Help Veterans with PTSD
By Ansley Roan1 min read
For veterans coping with post-traumatic stress disorder, therapy dogs can make a world of difference. Find out more during our Twitter chat.