Chuck Bentley
Chuck Bentley is CEO of Crown Financial Ministries, a global Christian ministry, founded by the late Larry Burkett. He is the host of a daily radio broadcast, My MoneyLife, featured on more than 1,000 Christian Music and Talk stations in the U.S., and author of his most recent book, Seven Gray Swans: Trends that Threaten Our Financial Future. Be sure to follow Crown on Facebook.
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Ask Chuck: Everything you need to know about liquidity
Liquidity is the measure of your ability to exchange an asset for cash. It is a tool that gives the ability to stay afloat in a crisis situation, provides margin and protection for individuals, families, churches, not-for-profits, and businesses.
An open letter to churches and ministry leaders: Pause before you take taxpayer funds
It is extraordinary that so many churches are supposedly running for help, deeming the situation “urgent” so early on. It makes me wonder if this program is a Golden Calf form of idolatry.
Ask Chuck: Practical advice during the COVID-19 crisis
We have two crises happening now and you have properly identified a third one.
Ask Chuck: Is there hope for this economic crisis?
I will summarize for you what I have learned over the past few days from interacting with the people I trust. It boils down to three scenarios.
Ask Chuck: Do I have enough life insurance?
With the coronavirus panic, I’m not sure I have enough life insurance. How much do you recommend that I buy and when should I purchase some?
Ask Chuck: Will the coronavirus impact my finances?
What is important to note is that much of the panic is not about the personal health risk of the virus itself but the way the virus may have secondary effects upon our lives.
Ask Chuck: Should I marry someone with bad credit?
A solid marriage is built on trust and transparency. Couples must be willing to reveal their debt and credit scores.
Ask Chuck: How to save $1K on a limited income
I’m trying to save an emergency fund of $1000, but I’m making very little progress. I get so discouraged when I mess up. Can you offer any encouragement and saving tips for someone with limited income and too many bills to pay?
Ask Chuck: The Bible, our money and love
“Total credit card balances increased by $46 billion to $930 billion, well above the previous peak seen before the 2008 financial crisis, according to data released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York on Tuesday.”
Ask Chuck: What can we learn from Davos?
While the World Economic Forum has its shortcomings, it may surprise you that I think there is some good that comes out of Davos each year that is helpful to Christians.