"Teach those who are rich...to do good."     1 Timothy 6:17-18 NLTTaskmasters don't come much tougher than Bob Thompson.  For forty years he pushed his highway workers hard six days a week from April ...  Read More

"Because you say so, I will."     Luke 5:5 NIVLesson five: Stand on the promises of God.  In their previous fishing attempt, the disciples were trusting in their own experience and ability.  But this ...  Read More

"Launch out into the deep and let down your nets."     Luke 5:4 NKJVLesson four: God's plan for your life always involves risk.  Why?  Because He wants you to live by faith.  Why do you think Jesus sa...  Read More

"Nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net."     Luke 5:5 NKJVLesson three: Cooperate with God's plan for your life.  "He said to Simon, 'Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a ...  Read More

"He and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish."     Luke 5:9 NKJVLesson two: God is interested in your success.  Peter knew Jesus was a great teacher and that He could even heal t...  Read More

"He got into one of the boats, which was Simon's."     Luke 5:3 NKJVLesson one: Invite Jesus into your boat.  That's the starting point!  Always!  Nothing has greater influence on your personal succes...  Read More

"Honor your...mother."     Ephesians 6:2 NKJVThere is no assignment on earth that requires the array of skills and understanding needed by a mom in fulfilling her everyday duties.  Stop and think abou...  Read More

"The wise don't make a show of their knowledge."     Proverbs 12:23 NLTDo you have a hard time refraining from offering unsolicited advice?  Do you routinely use expressions like "You should," or "You...  Read More

"I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you."     Psalm 119:11 NIVSenator Bill Nelson trained for and flew on a six-day space shuttle mission aboard the Columbia just prior t...  Read More

"My child, if sinners entice you, turn your back on them."     Proverbs 1:10 NLTIf you have children you'll never have a more important job in life than being a parent.  And as long as your children a...  Read More

"Words from the mouth of the wise are gracious."     Ecclesiastes 10:12 NIVAre you easily hurt?  Do you hurt other people without intending to?  Three things cause that: (1) We speak out of our own hu...  Read More

"Let your conversation be gracious and attractive."     Colossians 4:6 NLTIf you habitually put your foot in your mouth, there's a scriptural remedy.  "Let your conversation be gracious and attractive...  Read More