A friend of mine asked me how to bring a man of science, a physician, to God. Proof of the existence of God is one way. The role God plays in science is another. Yet, scripture continues to be the preferred and the most effective way. And the reason is, scripture-or God's word---never falls on deaf ears, and never comes back empty. Enter the quick reference "Picked Verses". Many persons have always asked for a specific scripture best suited for a specific occasion. In citing scriptural references for these persons and their varied needs, a vision dawned on me insofar as the utility of this book with a special arrangement of verses from the Bible. Under the umbrella of these four basic and general headings---Life, Living, Being and Doing---this easy-reference book answers secular questions intermediately, and inspires the reader to seek wisdom (not just knowledge) in the word of God. This is the dual and ultimate intention of this work. While the principal importance of this new book is to assist and touch persons of limited time, the ultimate goal of this book is to deliver the Gospel of God and to touch persons in the moment wherever they may be. Appropriate, useful, helpful and inspiring for students of Bible study, Pastors, Ministers and Preachers for Sermon, and to those persons on the fringes of Christian living who are seeking a more developed and fulfilled spiritual life---I dedicate this book. With full confidence, this publication will prove of great benefit to all who seek to know God via His Word. May all who use the "Picked Verses" as Bible Companion hear God's voice much like each blade of grass sees God bends over it and whispers, "Grow! Grow!" Go ahead, multiply your joy by counting your blessings now. And may God grant you peace of mind (freedom from anger, fear and guilt), health and energy, loving relationships, financial freedom, worthy goals and ideals, and personal and professional fulfillment. May God continue to bless you always.