Motivational Stories Archives

Watch Denzel Washington's speech to young actors on pursuing dreams–they are gifts from God–and setting goals.

Jerry Reid fulfilled a life-long dream, not only of graduating from college but also of enjoying the college experience to the fullest.

By Diana Aydin2 min read

The doctors had done everything they could… but a miracle could still happen, right?

By Dolly Parton6 min read

Big prayers, big goals and a big heart have all played a role in her rise to superstardom, and the wisdom of Norman Vincent Peale helped, too!

Dolly Parton, who has achieved her share of dreams, reveals how you can reach yours.

By Jon Gordon5 min read

Author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon shares an encounter he had with a remarkable young cancer patient.

A first-time filmmaker tells the story of former enemies who forged a bond playing amputee soccer in war-torn Liberia.

By Lauren Bair2 min read

She was struggling in Hollywood, and her parents wanted to help. Dad's check came in handy, but Mom's gift was best of all.

By Peggy Frezon2 min read

Nurse after nurse struggled to find a vein from which to draw a sample of her blood–until one employed a very particular technique.

By Mark Smith5 min read

A grieving widower discovers that God puts people in our lives for heavenly reasons.

Help me, Lord, to see things as Allyson does, I prayed. Help me to be quick to notice the good things you’ve done.

By Karen Barber3 min read

A mother reflects on a tender moment at her son’s wedding and recalls the prayer she has prayed since he was born.