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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Seeking family reconciliation this holiday season
I am going home to have Thanksgiving with family I haven’t seen in years. Before I met Christ, I squandered money and relationships. I’m worried about how to relate to my family again.
Financing fixer upper fever
With the impact of the wildly popular TV program, Fixer Upper, many people are looking to make significant improvements to their home.
When should I buy a new car?
I want to replace my mother’s clunker and am considering financing a new one. What would you do?
4 steps to prepare for a recession
Of course a recession is coming! They are inevitable; we just don’t know when or if we will even be here to experience it.
Should I tithe on my retirement accounts?
I’ve been socking away money in a 401(k) account for years. I want to tithe on any money I withdraw. What is the rule for tithing on retirement accounts?
How to save and give on a budget
Giving is a problem for me. I’m playing catch-up for retirement and fear that giving will prevent my having enough for the future. How can I balance my desire to give with my need to be saving more?
Not falling for affinity fraud
My best friend’s mother was a victim of financial fraud. She lost most of her retirement savings. I’ve read about Bernie Madoff and his Ponzi scheme but I’m concerned for the vulnerable people I know. What can I do to protect my family and those I love?
Praying for our children’s spouses
I have 3 teenage daughters. For years, my wife and I have prayed for Godly spouses for them. But, looking at the young men in the world today, we are beginning to pray more specifically.
The secret to a secure future
Many live in fear of their financial future but deny it and continue to silently struggle.
Everything you need to know about negative interest rates
I can’t wrap my head around negative interest rates. What does this mean for my savings accounts in the bank?