Known universally for being entertaining, educational and encouraging, all at the same time, Florence is one of only a handful of women to have earned both the CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) and CPAE (Council of Peers Award of Excellence) from the National Speakers Association and she has received special honors as a Legend in the speaking profession. Florence is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and received an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree from Southwestern Adventist University in Texas.

Florence began her ministry by leading Bible studies in her home, and her love of God's Word is evident in all her speaking and writing as she applies scriptural truths to today's world. She wrote her first book in 1978 and has written at least one a year since then with a current total of more than thirty. Her writing has been honored with numerous awards and many of her titles have sold over 100,000 copies. Behind the Personality is her life story-complete with full-color photos illustrating her popular stories. Silver Linings, subtitled Breaking Through the Clouds of Depression was born out of the deep depression Florence faced following the death of her sons-though is offers hope to women struggling with depression in way that is not depressing. Her first published Bible study is, A Journey to Jesus, a study on Genesis and Exodus with an emphasis on the tabernacle and its foretelling of Jesus. Florence's newest book, released in January 2006 with Cook Communications, is Making the Blue Plate Special.

Due to Florence's insights, The Personalities have become the standard in understanding people for families, churches, schools and businesses. In addition to her benchmark book on the topic, Personality Plus, her collection of books on the topic includes Personality Puzzle, Personality Plus for Couples and Personality Plus for Parents.

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