Godfather of Navy SEALs Overcame Personal Disability

The SEALs, arguably one of the most elite fighting groups in the world, did not develop from a grand strategy of the military. But instead from one individual ...

What Fame Cannot Do

Paul Louis Metzger writes:

My greatest living hero is Dr. John M. Perkins, an African American evangelical Christian and civil rights leader nearly beaten ...

Is It Luck or Something More Strategic?

There is no shortage of people today who would like to be used to do something important, something meaningful. But most of us aren’t really sure ...

Marine Dad Punches Shark to Save Daughter

Paige Winter was in high spirits and stable condition at Vidant Medical Center, despite having just had her leg and several fingers amputated. Winter ...

PBS Examines Why We Are Fascinated by Heroes

PBS’ “The Great American Read” is an eight-part series that explores America’s 100 best-loved novels. This episode highlights ...

Modern-Day Cowboy Corrals Thief

A crime-fighting cowboy? Sounds like a movie, doesn't it? The small Oregon town of Eagle Point recently learned that such a person does actually exist. ...

J.J. Abrams on His Grandfather

In an interview with Esquire magazine, film producer and director J.J. Abrams (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Lost, Super 8) shared that his biggest influence ...

Mentor Disciples Future Rapper Lecrae

"God met me where I was at—baggy jeans and earrings." With those words, the celebrated hip-hop artist Lecrae Moore begins his story. Growing ...

NFL Star Describes the Mentors Who Helped Him

Professional football player Demaryius Thomas' mother was arrested and sent to prison when Thomas was only 11. "[At the time] my father was in the military," ...

The Preemptive Autograph

J.J. Watt is a defensive end and tight end for the NFL's Houston Texans. He is one of the best players in the NFL, and of course, often asked for ...