Women, Take Charge of Your Money: A Biblical Path to Financial Security

By Carolyn Castleberry

Create, Consider, Invest It's a financial wake-up call. God is the One calling you--and He's calling collect. The good thing is, He provides the ideal model for you to follow on your way to reaping... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1590526627
• ISBN13: 9781590526620
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Multnomah Books
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

For any woman who wants to glorify God with stewardship

Unfortunately, many extremely successful businessmen and women don't know how to manage the money they bring in. Carolyn Castleberry understands this is a problem from first hand experience, and addresses it in her book Women, Take Charge of Your Money. Using the example of the Proverbs 31 woman, Carolyn presents an inspiring plan for fixing the financial ignorance that is so widespread among Americans today. In her book, she addresses ladies who are already successful, or just starting out in business, about the importance of understanding money in order to be good stewards for God. With a little direction, and a lot of prayer, Carolyn says that financial security is more than just possible--it is guaranteed. Despite being a highly educated young woman, Carolyn would be the first to admit that she was completely clueless about how to handle money in her earlier years. She had a great job and a college degree, but no knowledge about providing for her family's future! Inspired by the seemingly flawless woman recorded in Proverbs 31 (fondly called "Proven"), Carolyn began to face her financial fears and form a plan for taking control of her own money. With the goal of one day being able to "smile at the future" as Proven once did, Carolyn began to educate herself on both the business and spiritual aspects of investing. Finding that God is faithful to provide assurance to those willing to confront their financial fears, she decided to share her success story in Women, Take Charge of Your Money. God's Word is the backbone of this devotional-style book, as the author relates the joys and difficulties of managing money God's way. The main idea is that to live a financially-secure life, one must invest in her own future just as our Proverbs model sold merchandise in the market, and even bought a field after considering the advantages. Carolyn warns that "the first step will be the scariest," but God will not let the faithful fail because he wants His children to be liberated of worry. As a now-successful real estate investor herself, Carolyn knows the potential freedom that can come from properly using her method of educating oneself on the market and relying on God all the way. It's simply a matter of coming out of hiding and deciding to accomplish God's Will for financial freedom. Women, Take Charge of Your Money was surprisingly light and humorous considering the daunting topic it addresses, and the straightforward advice provides a fool-proof plan when the reader decides to commit. Carolyn's enthusiasm for her strategy can give even the most timid investor confidence that peace of mind about money matters is within arm's reach. Though the book is not an exhaustive resource on how to buy, sell, and invest, it is perfect for the Christian trying to figure out where to start on the road to a more stable future. I highly recommend it for any woman who wants to learn to glorify God with her stewardship and prepare for

Practical Advice that Works

If you want to finally take an active step towards straightening up your finances, Women, Take Charge of Your Money: A Biblical Path to Financial Security by Carolyn Castleberry is a book that will help point you in the right direction. Castleberry openly shares experiences from her life and gives practical advice that works. She applies principles from Proverbs 31 and shows how we too can be a virtuous woman by taking charge of all areas of our lives--including finances.

Applicable Financial Principals w/ Eternal Spiritual Truth!

Everything you always wanted to know about basic personal finances but were afraid to admit you didn't know! Carolyn spells it all out in a clear, concise and easily accessible manner. The best part is that the author demonstrates repeatedly that we all can have God's divine spiritual support to help us achieve natural financial success! Carolyn makes it all so simple that even a guy can can understand it! Get this book!

Refreshing! Practical!

I just graduated from graduate school and I was looking for some help with managing debt...basically grabbing a hold of my finances in a way THAT WORKED. Obviously, there are thousands of books out there that advise on debt, finances, credit, etc., but when I came across this one - something was different. This book is practical and it makes sense. I felt as if I were having a conversation with the author. Really! -it's an easy read -filled with practical advice, golden nuggets of truth -credit/debt tips -biblical application of how you can model the Proverbs 31 Woman Women, Take Charge of Your Money is a book filled with genuine and practical instruction for anyone intested in managing money, erasing debt and learning how to invest. This book is timeless and imperative for the woman looking to take charge of not only her money, but her life! Try it!

Carolyn is a sweet heart

LOVE her on ABC Family's "Living the Life," and this book is great too. Hope to see more from her. If you read this Carolyn, give a hug to Terry and Lousie for me!