Steve is host of the nationally syndicated New Life Live daily radio program, author of over 35 best- selling books, and a nationally known public speaker. In addition, Steve is the founder of New Life Clinics, which provide professional counseling and treatment throughout the United States. His most recent books include More Jesus, Less Religion; Avoiding Mr. Wrong; and Every Man's Battle.

Steve's unique background has led to appearances on TV and radio talk shows such as Oprah, The G. Gordon Liddy Show, Geraldo, Sally Jesse Raphael, Charles Grodin and Inside Edition. He has been featured in national publications including The New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News and World Report, Reader's Digest, and Today's Christian Woman.

In August 2000, he was inducted into the National Speakers Association's CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame. In 1999, he was the recipient of the Gold Medallion Book Award for writing excellence. In 1993, Inc. Magazine, Ernst & Young, and Merrill Lynch awarded him "Socially Responsible Entrepreneur of the Year."

Equally at ease in front of a church, fundraising organization, or business group, Steve brings an unusual blend of humor, poignancy, and depth to his presentations.

He lives in California with his wife, Sandy, and daughter, Madeline.