Who You Are When No One's Watching
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 17th, 2025
Genesis 39:9: "There is no one greater in this house than I, nor has he kept back anything from me but you, because you are his wife. How then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?" Integrity is an inside job. It’s not about what people see on the surface; it’s about who we are when no one's watching. We see this so clearly in the story of Joseph in Genesis 39. Joseph was sold into ...  Read More
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Known For Your Integrity
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 16th, 2025
"A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold." — Proverbs 22:1 (NKJV)Integrity is essential in every area of life—whether in business, relationships, or faith. But in a world that often rewards cutting corners and dishonesty, it’s easy to wonder: Does integrity really matter?I was reading about a South Korean scientist, Hwang Woo-suk, who rose to ...  Read More
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The Soft Pillow of a Clear Conscience
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 15th, 2025
"This being so, I myself always strive to have a conscience without offense toward God and men." — Acts 24:16 (NKJV)John Wooden once said, “There’s no pillow as soft as a clear conscience.” This simple statement reminds us of the peace that comes when we live with integrity—honoring God and treating others fairly.In Scripture, Samuel’s farewell speech to the people of Israel is a powerful example ...  Read More
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The Iceberg of Integrity
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 14th, 2025
"For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." — 1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV)One person described all of us as an iceberg. Think about an iceberg floating in the ocean. The top part of the iceberg—the part you can see—is only about 15% of the whole. The other 85% is hidden below the surface of the water.This is a lot like our lives. The 15...  Read More
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The House You Build
by Josh Franklin on April 13th, 2025
"Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out." - Proverbs 10:9 (NIV)There was a man who was a well-known contractor, renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship and integrity. He built houses that people trusted to last a lifetime. Using only the finest materials, he never cut corners. His reputation for quality was unmatched.As he grew older, he dec...  Read More
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Going Back for the Girl
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 10th, 2025
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.” — Ephesians 5:25 (NKJV)In many action movies, there’s a pivotal moment in the story that stands out. The hero is in the heat of the battle—the mission is urgent, the stakes are high, and everything is on the line. Explosions are going off, the enemy is closing in, and time is running out. The hero is chargi...  Read More
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Saying "No" to Say "Yes"
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 9th, 2025
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12 (NKJV)A nationally known preacher once shared a powerful story about how busyness nearly overtook his life. He was a man in high demand, constantly receiving invitations to speak, preach, and lead events. He didn’t want to disappoint people, so he said “yes” to nearly every opportunity that came his way.One day, he vi...  Read More
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The Trap of Busyness
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 8th, 2025
“Do not overwork to be rich; because of your own understanding, cease!” — Proverbs 23:4 (NKJV)Bill Walton, the co-founder of Holiday Inns, once shared a heart-wrenching regret about his life. He had built one of the most successful hotel chains in America. By the world’s standards, he was the epitome of success. But at a Bible study in Florida, Walton opened up about the cost of that success.He co...  Read More
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The Juggling Act
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 7th, 2025
“If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” — 1 Timothy 5:8 (NKJV)There was a young man in his twenties who had recently gotten married. He worked for a street sign business owned by a man who expected total commitment from his employees. The business was successful, and the boss paid his workers gene...  Read More
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The Mexican Fisherman's Secret
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 6th, 2025
“Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble.” — Proverbs 15:16 (NKJV)An MBA Harvard graduate was sent to Mexico for work and saw a fisherman docking his small boat at the port. The fisherman had just returned from the sea and had caught four incredible fish. The businessman was amazed and asked, “How long did it take you to catch these fish?”The fisherman replie...  Read More
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Focus on What Matters
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 3rd, 2025
"Be still, and know that I am God." — Psalm 46:10 (NKJV)Do you recall the account of Mary and Martha in the Bible? Martha was occupied with cooking and serving, while Mary chose to remain seated at Jesus’ feet to listen to Him. Martha voiced her concerns, and Jesus responded that Mary had chosen the better option (Luke 10:38-42).Being busy often leads us to overlook what truly matters in life. Whi...  Read More
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The Wisdom of Rest
by Dr. Josh Franklin on April 2nd, 2025
"Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy." - Exodus 20:8Have you ever observed a toddler resist falling asleep? They fight against rest even though it is clear they are extremely tired. Sometimes we're not so different. We continue moving despite feeling exhausted and disregard the rest that our Creator intended for us to take.God introduced a system of rest from the start because He knew huma...  Read More
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