Dear Chuck, I’m a single Mom. I struggle with money and time management. My children, now teenagers, don’t have basic financial skills. How can I get them ready for real life? Worried Single Mom Dear Worried Single Mom, Take heart; you are not the only one! Married and single parents alike struggle to get […]
Dear Chuck, We have so many in our church who spend money without discernment and give no serious thought to their financial future. How can I communicate a need to be prepared without sounding like an alarmist? Worried about Freespenders Dear Worried about Freespenders, While I appreciate your concern, there is not a lot […]
Dear Chuck, A young man recently asked to marry my eldest daughter. I have three girls, so I know that the way we do this first wedding will likely set a precedent for the following ones. I am not a wealthy man, but I want my family to celebrate this occasion in a beautiful way. […]
Dear Chuck, I have friends living in Canada. They say the cost of living is so high that many people feel like they cannot afford to live there anymore. Those who had savings are drawing down to make ends meet. What advice would you offer me that I can use to encourage them? Looking for […]
Dear Chuck, My brother and sister-in-law worked very hard to build a highly successful business. They know the Lord and have everything money can buy, but they are very unhappy people. How can I help them? Rich Yet Poor Family Dear Rich Yet Poor Family, I have met people all over the world who […]
Dear Chuck, A friend from work is burdened with medical bills due to multiple emergency room visits with their young child. Their daughter is fine, but the bills have stressed them out. How can I help them? Crazy Medical Bills Dear Crazy Medical Bills, I am sorry to say that I hear this story […]
Dear Chuck, My wife and I have decent jobs but spend everything we earn. My parents recently told us that we don’t spend money wisely. I was offended at first, but I am rethinking our habits. I heard you on the radio talking about this. What do you suggest we do to change our habits? […]
Dear Chuck, I run a small business. Some of my employees are struggling financially. Inflation has stretched their paychecks, but I suspect they have no knowledge of Biblical financial principles. What can I do to address this problem? Helping With Inflation Dear Helpling with Inflation, It is easy to get so caught up in […]
Dear Chuck, My wife and I have two little ones. I love Christmas but always regret the financial stress it creates for our family. We finally paid off our Christmas debt from last year! Can you give me some ways to avoid doing it all over again? Debt-Free Christmas? Dear Debt-Free Christmas? Congratulations on […]
Dear Chuck, I’m 26 and single and would like to complete my business degree. I actually have a great job but keep thinking the degree would help me in the long run. Do you think it is worth it? (I would need a student loan for the entire amount of the degree if I decide […]