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Testimonies
Inspiring stories of Financial Freedom
My husband and I took the Crown class in the Fall of 2003. We were energized to learn about how to view money according to God's Word. Realizing that the hard earned money we worked for ultimately was not ours, but His. This fundamental rule changed our lives forever. Since the class we've payed off all of our consumer debt, both of our financed cars, a large student loan, and we've been able to put down 20% to buy our first home. The course also taught us how to manage our money carefully so that I could quit my full-time profession and become a full-time mother for our three children. This was the biggest miracle of all to us, and I am so thankful to Jesus and Crown that our once distant vision had now become a reality. Yes, we still have a ways to go. We're planning to go through the class again for refreshers on how to save and budget our money more effectively, as well as learn how to invest some of our savings. But all in all, we are a wonderful success story thanks to many prayers and Crown Financial Ministries. Sarah, IL
Thank you so much for your Money Matters broadcasts. I started listening to your show about 4 to 5 years ago when I began to really study God's Word by listening to the radio while in my truck. I am self employed as a contractor, so often times this would be hours a day going place to place. The information to the callers and the principles are awsome. I was about $120,000 in dept counting two mortgages and credit cards, cars, etc. We sold 1 property and paid off all our depts. We are now dept free as of June of 2006. We own our home and cars. We did buy a 5th wheel but are paying it off rapidly. God Bless you all for caring so much about financial freedom God's way. Bill, MO
We were in a lot of credit card debt. Realizing that we could not do it without help, we decided to seek out credit counseling. A couple of months after being in credit counseling, we heard your program over the radio and got so blessed. Not only were we getting out of debt, now we were learning how God wanted us to manage our money while still in debt and preparing us for when we were debt free from credit cards. We finally paid off all of our credit card debt six months ago, and now I know God is speaking to my heart to support your ministry to bless those who are now in a situation we once were. To God be the glory for your awesome help. Dina, CA
Years ago when we lived in Charlotte, NC, we took a Crown Financial course. It really changed our lives as we obeyed and watched God work. My husband was self-employed, and we weren't making enough money. We had stopped tithing, also. After taking the Crown Financial class, we prayed about exactly how the Lord wanted us to handle our money and began tithing again, and I got a temporary job to help pay off credit card debt. We did the "envelope" system also. After about 3 months of this, we were getting things paid down and seeing God's blessing. Then, my great aunt and uncle decided to leave some money to relatives before they died. They left us $10,000 for each person we had in our family. That was $50,000! So, we paid off all of our debt except our car and had some in savings! Since then we have continued to follow God's principles, with some occasional small mistakes, and have been blessed by God greatly. Thanks so much for all you do. God's truth is being taught and people are set free. You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free. God Bless you all! Paige, ID
My wife and I were married in May. She had over $40K in student loans. We also were looking at purchasing a house at that time and made an offer on a house that would have led to 100% financing for $175K. We started listening to your program, following the Money Map, and praying for God's help with our money. Last week we paid off the last of her student loans and are now on the way to a sizeable downpayment. God has helped us along each step and was looking out for us with the house offer, especially when we look at how cold this winter has been. Thanks for all you do. Sam and Tiffany, IA
I frequently listen to your online broadcasts. This morning God used your program to directly answer my prayer request. It was yesterday's broadcast (02/21/08). The caller mentioned God's call on their lives regarding international adoption and had questions regarding their existing consumer debt. We are in the same position as this couple, and it was like God spoke to me out loud! I was encouraged by your remarks how God will provide in amazing ways and to trust Him. I have struggled with the financial aspect of this in light of our existing debt, plus I'm a stay-home mom who homeschools. I needed to hear this today. I forwarded your broadcast link to my husband and family members. Thank you for being used of God to be a blessing to myself and others as well. I thank God for you, and I praise Him for His greatness and amazing grace. I am excited as we begin this adventure to see how God chooses to provide and grow us in Him. Blessings, Renee, NC
I want to give glory to God for how He has delivered us from a very difficult situation. My husband had always dreamed of having his own business, and I supported him in this decision. We started our own business about 15 years ago, but due to circumstances beyond our control with the economy, etc., we found ourselves in serious debt for the first time in our lives. We had to totally trust God for provision, and He did bring us through in His timing. He provided for our two children's college education (through the generosity of our parents), and we are currently paying off our home mortgage for the second time (after refinancing our home to pay company debt). Just wanted to say, even if things look very bleak, DO NOT GIVE UP - GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH!!! TO GOD BE THE GLORY!! Cathy , PA
My wife and I wanted to let you know the impact that you have had on us by teaching biblically-based money management principles. Like many people, we thought that owning a house free and clear was only a dream. As we have worked each month to contain our spending and put the surplus towards our mortgage, we have seen God provide, and we want to make sure He is glorified in the fact that our mortgage is paid off and we are debt free. Being debt free has provided us with a feeling of freedom which allows us to have options which were not available previously. We are also praying for the Lord’s continued guidance on managing our finances in light of being debt free. Thank you for your heart to spread God’s principles related to finances and to help those who are struggling with issues related to finances. We know that many people are being crushed by the burden of debt and the feelings of hopelessness, stress, and frustration which can come from feeling buried by debt. Finally, we want to thank all those who volunteer with Crown and work in all areas of the ministry. We want them to know that they have contributed to an organization that is impacting many, including us. The Crown Sunday School material was taught in our church by a man who has a heart for seeing people live according to God’s principles. Ryan and Jennifer, OH
I wanted to pass on to Money Matters how much you mean to me. We are shooting to be debt free (except for mortgage) by end of April 2008. Praise God! I am already feeling the heavy load lifting. My debt spreadsheet has all zeros on it in May! Thank you for your daily radio program which I listen to via podcast from Basrah Iraq (I work for the US Army). Next, build back up our savings and pay that mortgage! God is good all the time! Arthur, father of 4, FL
Crown was a revelatory study for me. It revealed some inner pain and assisted me in determining God's direction for my life. I paid off 2 large bills while in the Crown study. Because of that blessing, I want to teach Crown to everyone. My first class as a teacher begins 2/28/08. Regina, TX
I have been listening to your show for years with Larry Burkett (just loved that man), but you know that you can hear with your ears and sometimes it takes a minute to get it into your heart. But finally the message got into my heart and I sacrificed and took my salary every two weeks besides my husband paying the regular monthly mortgage payment and in one year we paid off over $40,000 and the house is PAID for, Hallelujah!! I found out that through sacrificing for a goal, I did not feel at all deprived. It let me know that buying stuff that I would have purchased was not necessary in the first place. Now I will do the same thing and pay off my new car, which I think we can do in five months. And it's all because of God and Crown Ministries. Thank You Janice , MD
My wife and I first took a Crown class in Fall of 2005, finishing the final class one week before we married. Since then, we have been privileged to lead or co-lead 3 classes, and will soon begin a fourth. We have witnessed the truth of God's Word change lives, even in the short 10-week timeframe that the class covers. In our own lives, we have become completely debt-free, except for our mortgage, which we recently refinanced from a 30-year term down to a 15-year term. We have seen the "God's part, our part" principle in action, in that we made a commitment to pay off debt, and God has very miraculously provided additional funds to accelerate repayment of that debt. Three years ago, I owed the IRS over $22,000 in back taxes. An Offer in Compromise was negotiated, and they settled for $200! I also owed my father over $65,000, and today, I owe him nothing. We made a commitment to handle money God's way, and He provided the way for nearly all that debt to be basically erased. To God be the glory!! Wes, TX |
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