Chuck Bentley
Chuck Bentley
Dear Chuck, Our son graduated from college in May and has not found a job in his desired career field yet. We think we will give him a few more months and then expect him to start paying his own bills. Are we being too hard on him? Parenting an Unemployed College Grad Dear […]
Dear Chuck, My parents are retired and have a very low interest rate on a small amount of remaining mortgage. They told me they want to sell their home and rent, thinking they will save money. I am gathering information to help them. Would you suggest they rent or keep owning their home? Retired: Rent […]
Dear Chuck, We are struggling to give and save right now. We have low debt, but inflation has reduced our financial margin, and our stress is high. What can we do? High Financial Stress Dear High Financial Stress, Inflation is considered the “invisible tax.” Money seems to simply be disappearing. This has caused you […]
Dear Chuck, By the end of the week, my wife and I are exhausted. We have two children under the age of 10. We both have good jobs and work hard, but we barely get by. We’re tired by Friday but seem to have no time to rest, even on the weekends. How would you […]
Dear Chuck, I have family members who suffered financially after Hurricane Helene. How do you suggest I prepare if affected by a hurricane or other natural disaster in the future? Disaster Ready Dear Disaster Ready, The Atlantic hurricane season is expected to pick up in the coming days. This year’s season runs from June […]
Dear Chuck, I don’t believe in the sacred/secular divide when it comes to our jobs or careers. Can you provide Biblical insights that I can use with others for a devotional on this topic? Our Work Is Sacred to the Lord Dear Our Work Is Sacred, The Bible certainly does not support the idea […]
Dear Chuck, I grew up in the church but wasn’t taught God’s way of handling money. It seems our debt crisis is related to ignoring God’s Word. What can we do about it? Worried About America’s Debt Dear Worried About America’s Debt, Back when Larry Burkett started a comprehensive teaching of what the Bible […]
Dear Chuck, I just finished paying off credit card debt from Christmas. What should I do right now to avoid repeating this mistake? Christmas Is Coming Dear Christmas Is Coming, The term Christmas in July was introduced as a fun celebration at a girls’ camp in Brevard, North Carolina, back in 1933. Over the […]
Dear Chuck, I had great hopes of teaching my children about money this summer. With only a few weeks left, can you give me some easy talking points? Raising Money-Savvy Kids Dear Raising Money-Savvy Kids, First of all, I love to hear that you want to be intentional about teaching your children financial stewardship. […]
Hey Chuck, I occasionally listen to your radio program. You talk a lot about being a steward and gaining financial freedom. I must admit I am a bit skeptical. What do you mean by the term“financial freedom”? Skeptical About Financial Freedom Dear Skeptical About Financial Freedom, I appreciate the honesty reflected in this question. […]
