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. […]
Dear Chuck, Our homeowners insurance continues to rise. My husband asked me to find a new insurer or negotiate better rates. What is the best approach? Stressed About Home Insurance Dear Stressed About Home Insurance, A friend of mine recently requested prayer after many of the buildings that housed their commercial agricultural business were […]
Dear Chuck, My father was recently diagnosed with a terminal illness and may not live another year. I’ve encouraged him (and my mom) to prepare financially for the future, but they refuse to think about it. My siblings and I want to intervene, but we need a plan. How should we go about this? Help […]
Dear Chuck, My young adult children and their spouses all use these Afterpay plans as if it’s no big deal. I try to warn them, but they think I am old-fashioned and need to catch up with modern conveniences. What do you think about this new form of borrowing? Concerned About “Buy Now, Pay Later” […]
Dear Chuck, Our house, cars, and credit card debt prevent us from giving to the church. We argue about this, but my husband wants to get out of debt first before we start giving. I think we are robbing God. Can you help unite us? Divided Over Giving Dear Divided Over Giving, Thank you […]
Dear Chuck, We promised our children a theme park vacation this year, before I checked the prices. I am in shock. Should I back out or do it even though we can’t really afford it? Frugal Family Dear Frugal Family, When I was a boy, my parents allowed me to take a trip to […]