Ask Chuck: Does the Bible Support Universal Basic Income?
Dear Chuck, I recently read that there is a growing number of Americans in favor of Universal Basic Income (UBI). What does the Bible say about that? Not a Fan of UBI Dear Not a Fan of UBI, I saw a recent poll on this, too. It caused me to raise my eyebrows; so […]
Ask Chuck: Am I Saving Too Much?
Dear Chuck, I have been a saver for years. I was recently accused of hoarding money. What constitutes hoarding? Super Saver Dear Super Saver, I am so glad to know that you save because so many do not. A year ago, Fool.com surveyed 2,000 Americans and found the following: 71% have a savings account. […]
Ask Chuck: Am I Giving Too Much?
Dear Chuck, I’ve recently wondered if it’s possible to be too generous. My wife thinks we need to be more generous with our own families as part of what we give to the church and parachurches. Giving Too Much? Dear Giving Too Much, This is a delicate subject, and I commend you for reaching […]
Ask Chuck: Married to a Financial Opposite?
Dear Chuck, My husband and I have a lot in common, but we also have a WHOLE lot of differences. When it comes to money, we are complete opposites. Help! Financial Opposites Dear Financial Opposites, You have asked the right person about this challenge! My wife and I are as different as a pit […]
Ask Chuck: Best Practices for Charitable Giving
Dear Chuck, I’m considering dropping support of some of the organizations and institutions I’ve helped in the past and putting that money to better use. It’s been disheartening to see a drift in values. Do you have a guide for Christian givers? Redirecting My Charitable Giving Dear Redirecting My Charitable Giving, We are experiencing […]
Giving to Missions Work
For the majority of Christians in America, serving God will never lead to worldwide fame, writing best sellers, or ministering to hundreds in foreign lands. Regardless of the work to which we are called, there is hardly a Christian who cannot give; and when that giving is done in love, it exemplifies the greatest sacrifice […]
Ask Chuck: Financial Lessons from Dad
In honor of our Fathers, today I want to share four financial lessons that my Dad taught me. Life was not easy for my dad. He was raised in poverty but found his escape by lying about his age and joining the Marines at only 17. He survived through the brutal Koren War but was […]
Ask Chuck: Stuck Without a Budget
Dear Chuck, My husband and I have good intentions when it comes to using money wisely, but we just don’t follow through. We need help! Stuck Without a Budget Dear Stuck Without a Budget, In my years of counseling couples about their finances, I have met many just like you who want to have […]
Ask Chuck: Is Day Trading A Bad Idea?
Dear Chuck, My son’s college roommate made some money in day trading. Now my son wants in on the action. I’m not sure what to tell him, except to avoid it! Day Trading Fears Dear Day Trading Fears, The Bible talks a lot about investing, so I will be able to give you some […]
Ask Chuck: Getting Debt Free
Dear Chuck, I am working hard to be better with money. What’s your best tip for getting out of debt? Debt Free in Three Dear Debt Free in Three, I am excited that you have a goal to be debt free. I am hoping that your phrase “debt free in three” is a three […]
