Chuck Bentley
Chuck Bentley
Dear Chuck, My kids are growing up too fast and I’m afraid I’ve been a little overprotective. The term helicopter-mom can sometimes hit too close to home. I have three sons, 7, 11 and 13 and I want them to be able to take care of themselves and a family once they are on their […]
Many people have a misunderstanding of what it means to be a steward. It’s not just getting out of debt, and sticking to a budget. It’s much more than just writing a tithe check every month. Living as a steward means surrendering your finances to God and recognizing yourself as a manager, not owner, of […]
Purchasing a home is typically the largest financial investment any of us will ever make. Throughout Scripture, God talks about land as a possession and an investment worthy of our efforts. Jeremiah 29:5 says, “Build houses and live in them plant gardens and eat their produce.” But deciding what land to invest in, and getting the […]
Although we are all aware of stress caused by finances and relationships, you’d be amazed at how many people are really stressed and discouraged over issues related to their jobs. Career counseling agencies are finding that job anxiety is one of the major causes of stress in our society. “80% of workers feel stress on […]
Dear Chuck, I just accepted a new position and have the opportunity to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA). I’m not sure I should, so I wanted to get your perspective. My wife works part-time and we have a preschooler. We’re all in good health so no big expenses are expected. Thanks, Unsure About […]
The Millennial generation (those born between 1980 and 2000) is the largest generation yet, and perhaps also the most radically different than any before it. Born into a technologically transforming world, these 92 million people (in the US alone) seem to have challenged just about every social, religious, and professional norm. So what are their […]
There have never been more stock and bond investment opportunities or information sources available than at the present, but deciding which stocks or bonds to buy has never been more difficult. Equity mutual funds are an alternative to individual stocks and bonds, and they are an easy way to participate in the stock market. They enable […]
There are nine different payment instruments: Cash Check Money Order Traveler’s Checks Debit Card Credit Card Online Banking Bill Payment Electronic Bank Account Deductions According to a recent study done by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, “Debit cards remained the most popular payment instrument among U.S. consumers in 2014, accounting for 30.8 percent of […]
Are Multi-level Marketing companies a good idea for Christians? It’s an important question during a day and age where businesses like this are popping up everywhere you look. I’d venture to say that you’ve been approached on Facebook or in person by at least one friend recently to hear more about their new business venture […]
Dear Chuck, This year I’ll have three children in school, and I’m dreading the cost of uniforms and school supplies. They’re all at an age where they notice the things their friends have and feel embarrassed if their belongings aren’t quite as nice. I want to teach them about good stewardship, but I also want […]
