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On this episode of the CEF podcast, Vince Birley shares his thoughts on the uncertainty of the economy and what Christians and business leaders should do in times like this. He and Grant Webster discuss biblical perspectives on investing, interest rates, and central banks. Don’t miss this timely and insightful conversation with the founder of Vident Financial. 
Member Profile

In the latest CEF Member Profile podcast Chuck had the privilege of interviewing Mike Sharrow who serves as the CEO of C12. Mike has a wonderful story and vulnerably shares his journey on how the Lord continues to prune and grow him as he strives for scalable and sustainable impact that changes cities and countries.

In this episode of our CEF Member Profile podcast series, Chuck Bentley has the privilege of introducing John Watkins to the CEF community. In 1982, John began his career of 38 years of working in China as a “tentmaker,” a minister in the marketplace. This was at the forefront of the cultural revolution and the massive economic growth China experienced. To John, there is no secular/sacred division in the marketplace; the ministry is the business. He discusses how he is currently able to apply his vast cross-cultural business experience to the huge divides in the U.S.: rural and urban, black and white, rich and poor—to name a few.

In the most recent Christian Economic Forum podcast, Chuck Bentley interviews economist Jerry Bowyer. Jerry and Chuck dive into numerous current events, beginning with the war in Ukraine and the West's role in it. They discuss the destabilization of global inflation and the courage needed to normalize interest rates. Find out if Jerry thinks there is a plausible risk for a genuine debt and currency crisis. Jerry examines gold and crypto and what roles they each may play in the future. As things feel like they’re unraveling, listen as Jerry poses these questions: What role do Christians play in all of this? Are we just observers, or can we enact solutions? What are we going to do about it?

Chuck Bentley has the privilege of introducing Dana and Bill Wichterman to the CEF community. Dana and Bill, both with extensive backgrounds in the political and economic arena in Washington D.C., discuss how God is currently leading them to engage in His Kingdom work. Seeking to pursue Truth in a world where absolutes are extremely blurred, they share their insight into how Christ-followers are to die to self, serve an audience of One, and be extremely generous with their time, talents, and treasures.

In this episode of our CEF Member Profile podcast series, Chuck Bentley has the privilege of introducing Tom McGehee to the CEF community. As an expert facilitator, Tom has spent most of his life teaching others how to collaborate, strategize, and work together. Having lost his oldest son in a motorcycle accident about 12 years ago, Tom discusses how God spoke to him in the midst of this very real tragedy. His walk with God and the perspective he gained through this heartbreaking experience has helped him come alongside others in a unique way, as he leads them to live out God’s plan for their lives.