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In this story from June 1954, singer Peggy Lee shares how the prayers of friends and strangers from different backgrounds strengthened her faith.

Human progress never rolls in on the wheels of inevitability; it comes through the tireless efforts of people willing to be co-workers with God.

The best thing you have to give is yourself.

Pain is a gift. It puts us in a position where we’re quicker to be desperate for God. When we seek him, we will find him.

By Irene Dunne6 min read

In this story from December 1951, beloved actress Irene Dunne likens her walk with God to a refreshing and restorative trip.

By Sherry Ortiz5 min read

She was having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad year…but the year wasn't yet over.

She sent a letter she immediately regretted, but what's done is done—or is it?

By Max Lucado7 min read

It shouldn’t be that hard, but sometimes we make it so, says the acclaimed pastor and author in his new book.

A Washington woman fosters dogs so that their homeless families don’t have to give them up.

By Dana Ritter10 min read

She didn’t think anyone could take care of her husband but her. But she finally realized she had help waiting above.

Abraham Lincoln saved the Union and signed the Emancipation Proclamation. But did you know he could cook too?

By Lynn Morrell1 min read

A woman discovers she has a knack for making greeting cards—and making people smile!