Stories of Hope Archives

How a job at Starbucks became a stepping stone for former NBA All-Star Vin Baker toward his recovery from alcohol addiction.

By Jim Billings9 min read

He realized that she was in God’s hands and that there was one thing he could do: love his daughter.

By Jeff Brown6 min read

He was sent to solitary confinement with only a Bible. He could not have guessed what would happen next.

How to believe in yourelf during a crisis.

By Denise Allen9 min read

Thanks to a Bible study and a little green journal she was able to confide to God about her addiction.

Change your attitude with these tips to help you hang on to hope in the New Year.

By Vin Baker5 min read

In this excerpt from his memoir, former NBA star Vin Baker shares how his faith fueled his journey through addiction into recovery.

Guideposts Editor-in-Chief Edward Grinnan found strength in his family during the holidays.

By Jim Hinch8 min read

Senior Editor Jim Hinch looks back at our year-long series on addiction and shares what he learned from overseeing it.

His love for Israeli food and his faith in a higher power helped this James Beard Award recipient reclaim his life.

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

Developing the habit of gratitude.

How her grandfather guided her to change her life for the better.