Books

Money & Marriage

Newlywed couples quickly discover that money is a big deal in their new lives together. Conversations about money can all too easily turn into arguments about spending habits, credit card debt, and when to make major purchases. Getting on the same financial page is essential because research has shown that the more frequently a couple fights about finances, the more likely they are to divorce. So how do you as an engaged or newly married couple work as a team when dealing with money? Financial expert Matt Bell shows you the way. This book will help you make the most of each other’s financial strengths, teaching you how to work together to build a solid financial future.

Gary Thomas, author of “Sacred Marriage,” said: “Money & Marriage is as thorough and practical a book as you’ll find about preparing for the financial challenges and blessings of living life together as husband and wife.  This would be a wonderful addition to any premarital class, and just as helpful for any newly marrieds class.  Written from a thoroughly biblical perspective, Money & Marriage addresses just about any marital money issue you could think of, and many you probably haven’t (but should have!).”

Money, Purpose, Joy

Too much debt and too little savings are not signs that we have stretched ourselves too far; they’re signs that we’ve settled for too little. They’re indications that we have wandered from “home” in our use of money – home being a metaphor for what matters most. Money, Purpose, Joy helps quiet the marketing noise of our culture long enough to rediscover who we were made to be and what we were made to be about. The book then teaches a process for using money as an expression of our true identity and purpose. It’s the path toward uncommon financial success and joy.

Bill Hybels, Senior Pastor of Willow Creek Community Church, said: “Not your ordinary personal finance book.  Matt Bell goes beyond the numbers to engage the heart, guiding readers toward the most effective, joyful use of money.”

Money Strategies for Tough Times

Are you feeling some financial stress? ”Money Strategies for Tough Times” can help you successfully navigate whatever tough time you’re going through, get to a better place with your finances, and stay there. You’ll find lots of practical advice, including how to: get out of consumer debt, and stay out; utilize the best options for paying off medical, education, tax, and other debts; free up hundreds of dollars each month through smarter spending; survive unemployment, and more.

Gunnar Johnson, Executive Pastor, Financial Stewardship, Gateway Church, said: “Matt Bell has written a timely book with very practical tools that will help apply Biblical wisdom to any financial difficulties.”