“Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6   This is the first column of my 26th consecutive year as a weekly columnist. The month of July also heralds the start of another year for Rotary International (RI), a service club with the motto …

  “The earth is the LORD’S, and all it contains, the world, and those who dwell in it.” – Psalm 24:1   In the quest towards national economic recovery and sustainable economic growth we have so far discussed smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process, (4) decentralized government, (5) …

  “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. ”  – Proverbs 22:6  In the quest towards national economic recovery and sustainable economic growth we have so far discussed smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process, …

    “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” – Proverbs 3:5,6 Well the intelligence last week, just prior to the Barbados general election, that there was a mood in the air for political change, …

“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” – Proverbs 19:17   In this series, we have so far suggested smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships, (3) the political process and (4) decentralized government. Today we look at a sensible smart solution …

    “Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. ” – Romans 13:1 In this series, we have so far suggested smart solutions for (1) constitutional reform, (2) public-private partnerships and (3) the political process. Today, …

    “And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.” – Matthew 28:18 The Barbados parliament automatically dissolved as determined by the constitution on Monday,  March 5 2018. The long awaited date for general elections is now Thursday, May 24 2018 when eligible persons will …

  “For God makes all the decisions here. God is our king. God runs this place and he’ll keep us safe.” – Isaiah 33:22   If small states are to reverse their declining socio-economic fortunes and pursue a path leading to happiness for all, we must change. As the rich get richer, the poor must …

  “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3 Last week I was invited to be a guest lecturer to a cohort of 20 participants taking the postgraduate diploma in public sector management at the Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business at the University …

  “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17   In many capitalist societies we observe that the rich get richer and the poor get poorer which defines the wealth divide. This ultimately results in unemployment, crime, economic decay and …

LESSONS FROM SINGAPORE – BASIL SPRINGER COLUMN APRIL 2, 2018   “So he Shepherded them according to the integrity of his heart and guided them with his skillful hands.” –  Psalm 78:72   This is the second article of four in this mini-series on vision and leadership transformation. The mini-series has been inspired by John …

     “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7 At the beginning of the year we identified eight challenges which, if smartly managed, could enhance the chances of holistic prosperity and happiness in 2018.   As a reminder, the …

    “I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” –  Philippians 4:13   Three weeks ago, in this column, we fleshed out “The From Cradle to Grave” solution to Challenge # 6 – Intellectual Stimulation, the sixth of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic …

  “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” – Philippians 4:8   This week, because of  this year’s impact …

  “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” –  Romans 12:2 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Power of Sharing” solution to Challenge # 5 – Financial Comfort, the fifth …

  “The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped.” –  Proverbs 11:25  Last week’s column fleshed out ” The Work Your ‘Land’ ” solution to Challenge # 4 – Earning Money,  the fourth of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic prosperity and …

  “Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense.” – Proverbs 12:11 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Innovation Solutions” answer to the New Ideas challenge, the third of eight challenges, as we commit to working smarter towards the benefits of holistic prosperity and happiness in …

  “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2 Last week’s column fleshed out “The Power of Positive Thinking” solution to the …

    “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things.” – Philippians 4:8   Last week’s column fleshed out the 5M SHEPHERDING MODEL solution to the “Business Success” challenge, the first of eight challenges, …

  “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us…” – Romans 12:6 Thanks to all those readers who took the time to forward  many gratifying, encouraging and inspiring comments on my last column entitled “New Year Benefits”. Eight challenges were presented and in the next several weeks, probably interspersed with …

  “May he grant you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed”. – Psalm 20:4 The end of a year is timely to monitor the performance of our achievements of the year against our objectives. It is an opportune time to set realistic targets for the year ahead and an excellent …

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. – Psalm 23:5,6. The inspiration for this week’s column …

“He also took some of the seed of the land and planted it in fertile soil. He placed it beside abundant waters; he set it like a willow. Then it sprouted and became a low, spreading vine with its branches turned toward him, but its roots remained under it”. – Ezekiel 17:5-6 Rotary International President …

   “To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away.”  – Matthew 25:29 In an article in Automation World (January 2006) entitled “People are your primary assets”, Jim Pinto …

  “But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.” – Jude 20-21 At the funeral of a dear friend a week ago, the homily was focused …