BOB COLE, con man and card shark, spent thirty-seven years of his life in the dark. Little did he know that characterizations from his early life would find their way into a movie, The Sting. In 1958, he was dealt a hand that changed his life when he discovered the light of Christ. Since that time, Bob has told his story and shared his faith in boardrooms, prisons, professional baseball chapels, churches, schools and countless personal conversations. He has stood beside Billy Graham, Bill Glass, and many other spiritual leaders to encourage people to embrace his Lord.

Successful in real estate development and the automobile business, Bob has always brought a love for life and a sense of humor to any endeavor. A devoted family man, he and his wife, Betty, are partners in ministry as well as in life.

Blessed with a keen wit and a treasure trove of wisdom, Bob has collected stories, proverbs, and other gems so that each of us might benefit from his years of speaking and leading. A walking library of life experiences, his gift to us is this wonderful collection of truth, wisdom, and anecdote.

—Dr. Mark Wilbanks