Prayer Archives

A Fire Chief Remains Hopeful in the Fight Against Her City’s Opioid Epidemic

Jan Rader, fire chief in Huntington, West Virginia, relies on faith and prayer to remain positive in the face of the opioid epidemic that has ravaged her town.

National Caregivers Day—How to Show Your Appreciation

By Edward Grinnan2 min read

Here are ways we can honor those who care for our loved ones.

How to Give Yourself Some Precious Time to Hear God

By Rick Hamlin3 min read

It’s a noisy world out there. How to listen to God with all the racket

Guideposts Classics: Clint Walker on Praying for Help

By Clint Walker5 min read

In this story from November 1971, the star of the popular western TV series Cheyenne tells how his life was changed by the accident that almost killed him.

Woman looking out at breathtaking landscape

How Philippians 4:8 Can Empower Your Prayers

By Bob Hostetler2 min read

The words in this Bible verse can help you navigate every situation.

What Tone of Voice Do You Hear from God?

By Bob Hostetler2 min read

It pays to listen carefully because it’s easy to misconstrue.

With Meditative Prayer, Even Silence Is Praise

By Rick Hamlin7 min read

How an ancient prayer practice can help in times of crisis.

Lyricist Hal David (right) and composer Burt Bacharach; Bettmann Archive/Getty Images

Story of a Song: What the World Needs Now Is Love

By Kimberly Elkins2 min read

Hal David—longtime songwriting partner with Burt Bacharach—had a sudden burst of inspiration while composing the lyrics for one of the Sixties’ most uplifting songs.