Testimonials

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Greetings Mr. Smith,

Just wanted to say God bless you and thank you for your prayers and

expertise in "Coaching" my son on how to negotiate fairly so the car

dealers would not take advantage of him. Thanks to you he negotiated

a fair car deal and we are very grateful to CCBM and pastor

Stewart for providing this relevant, global online ministry. CCBM

helped our son acquire economical, fuel efficient, transportation as he

prepares for Thunderbird School of Global Management this fall.

Your Global Siblings in Christ,
Dr. Cecil & Mrs. Hana Al-baroni
P.O. Box 541
Benghazi, Libya

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From: Warren H. Stewart Sr
Subject: RE: Christian Car Buying Ministry appreciation
Cc: "'Bruce'" <Bruce@ChristianCarBuying.org>
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2009, 1:54 PM

Bettina,

To God be the glory! Thank you for using Brother Bruce Smith’s Christian Car
Buying Ministry. I am so thankful that it was a blessing to you and thank you for
continuing to pay your tithes. GOD IS FAITHFUL!

Pastor Stewart
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From: Bettina Gross
Sent: Thursday, July 09, 2009 12:26 PM
Subject: Christian Car Buying Ministry appreciation

Dear Pastor Stewart,

Hi!

I wanted to express to you how grateful I am for the Christian car buying ministry at
FIBC. As a result of utilizing this ministry recently, I saved hundreds of dollars on a
brand new vehicle and I am able to continue paying my tithes. Thank you for your
continued support of this ministry as FIBC Pastor because it is such a great resource
and help!

Sincerely,

Sister Bettina Gross

                                

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Good morning Bruce!

I stuck with your plan and I got an updated car. Thank you and God bless you for all your support and advice on this matter.

Paige Clayton II

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Dear Brother Bruce,

Please pardon the long delay in getting this e-mail to you. I'm sure that I have said thank you for all of the assistance from you through the Christian Car Buying Ministry. I'm finally making the time to document my appreciation & thanks!!!

Many, Many beneficial tips helped us through the process. It's truly a blessing the Ministry is advertised through our congregation at FIBC. We're so blessed to have this unique ministry of service through your efforts.

Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Season. GJBT & ART

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I made a mistake when I told you that the figures you gave me were the same as those Ben gave me.   I was wrong and apologize for this terrible mistake. Please know that I am grateful for the saving of $1,300.00 and your success in negotiating the color of my choice.  I am pleased to know that you were willing to use your gifts to help me and the church. The brotherly love shown me from my initial contact about a car, and the completion of the sale shall always be cherished. I will think of you and Beverly often while driving the "Praise Mobile" that God sent me through you.  To Him be the glory.  I will donate to the Hope Center as God has dictated. I hope to see you in class Sunday. I thank God for you and will remember you in my prayers. Thanks again.

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"Bruce’s Christian Car Buying Workshop was awesome! He was energetic, insightful, and real. He did not try to sell us cars. He objectively taught us how to save money. 

Recently my wife and I had to purchase a new car unexpectedly. We were able to use specific techniques that we learned from Bruce’s workshop to make the process painless. We knew what to look for and how to get the best deal for our money. We would highly recommend this seminar to anyone preparing to purchase a new or used car"  

Rev. Richard Hicks, Jr.

First Institutional Baptist Church

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Dear Bro. Bruce,

We were blessed by the insightful, money-saving information provided in your online chat session.  Within one week we've already seen the benefits of your money-saving secrets.  Now ,thanks to you, we are mindful of the correlation between Christian Car Buying and good stewardship.  Be encouraged as we pray for the continued fruit of the good work that God has begun through this ministry!  We also pray that you'll be available to minister at our upcoming convention.

Sincerely,

4evrBlessed

West Angeles Church of God In Christ (Rev. Bishop Charles E. Blake)
3600 Crenshaw Boulevard (323) 733-8300
Los Angeles, CA 90016

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Dear Brother Smith,

Your ministry has filled a tremendous void at our church.  Thanks to you my pastor has encouraged me contact you for information about starting a CCBM chapter at our church.  Like many others I had been frustrated in my quest to find Christian Car Buying advice.  I thank my pastor who prayed with me to ask God to lead us to a "Retired" brother or sister with experience in the car business who isn't trying to sell you a car.  We prayed and God led me to "Google" "Christian Car Buying" . Guess who I found on page one? Your website immediately caught my eye because it began with one of my favorite scriptures (Matthew 6:33)!  

After consulting online and comparing the biblical soundness of your advice to the inaccuracy of the antiquated, hand me down negotiation tactics, I've heard elsewhere it became clear that my pastor was right!  Although my friends meant well had I taken their advice I would have left thousands on the table.  Thank you for the empowering wisdom you provide to help young inexperienced car buyers like me. 

Your secrets armed me with professional "Negotiation Skills" I can use today.   Instead of simply negotiating this deal for me you challenged me to think "Outside the Box".  The relevant negotiation strategies you shared taught me how to ensure my "Best Deal" for a lifetime.  I especially enjoyed your tips for how to avoid being overcharged for overpriced fabric protection, VIN Number window etching, "Clearcoat" and inflated pricing on "Auto After Market" add on items.  We appreciate you and praise God  for your life and this useful ministry.

H.C.

Rev. Leroy Reid is my Pastor

Friends of God Ministries, Inc.

Raleigh, NC

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Dear Mr. Smith,

First let me thank God for your ministry and everything you all do to help young people like me by providing an online forum for those seeking Christian Car Buying advice.  I'm a 29 year old attorney, divorced mother of two children.  I was intrigued by an excerpt from your recent newsletter (forwarded to me by a friend) describing the 2007 ES350 Lexus for that lady in Chi-Town. I really feel for her because to me it appears that she missed a rare "Window of Opportunity" provided by your ministry to help her take control of her "Negative Equity" dilemma.

In my opinion if she had simply followed your advice she would have had the benefit of a seamless transition into a deal most only dream of.  Unfortunately she failed to act when your language clearly warned her that "Time was of the Essence".   This is a classic example that illustrates what you meant when you said that your ministry can't help everybody.

Today I went to your CCBM website where I've officially registered and I look forward to our first online consultation.  Also I visited your "Research Lab" which I must confess has already saved me a lot of time and energy.  I appreciate the convenience and invaluable tips that will definitely help me in my quest to negotiate a "Fair Deal".  Upon liquidation of my current vehicle (like you suggested) I'll be in touch but until then if you get another deal like the one she missed you have my private email address so please contact me immediately.   God bless you and your pastor for anticipating the universal need for such a relevant, money-saving ministry. 

 M.L. , Elk Grove, IL.

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Dear FIBC and CCBM,

Just wanted to let you know that when I was scanning each paragraph with a magnifying glass (like you suggested:-) I noticed a discrepancy in the sales contract.   I promptly got up and called CCBM for a consultation. 

You should have seen the look on the F&I guys face when I said I was calling my "Brother In The Business" to help me renegotiate  ----or I was leaving.  Realizing they were about to lose a sale they reluctantly agreed.

I was amazed that the new price we arrived at by renegotiating saved us a whopping $3,351.79 more than before ! 

My pastor said God bless you for the CCBM newsletter which he plans to use to help us start a local Christian Car Buying Ministry .

Empowered, Relieved and Grateful  

C.B.C.O.G.I.C  Niagara Falls N.Y.

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Hey Bruce,

You'd think we were getting the best deal from the "Internet Fleet  Manager" because he's my "Tennis Buddy" right?  Wrong!   I'm so glad we listened to God's voice and consulted with CCBM for a second opinion because the knowledge you shared enabled us to beat my friends terms on the new lease by  $2,782.23 on a 36 month lease.

The peace of mind was priceless in knowing we got the best deal possible because of you. From the money saved we were blessed to cheerfully donate 10% to our church missionary outreach.  Thanks again, God bless and keep up the good work. 

G. Davidson

Yonkers, NY

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"Bruce engaged us in "Role Playing" by creating dealership negotiation scenarios that were so "Lifelike" we felt every emotion imaginable but when it was over we felt empowered !  Energized from this experience our confidence soared as we learned powerful, secret strategies to employ as a team!  Now we can hardly wait to buy our next car where we'll be thinking, " Mr. Car Dealer say hello to your worst nightmare because this time ---we ain't layin down!" 

T.P. Marchiafava, Long Island,NY

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Anthony said, " I'm only 22 and at first I just didn't " get it " so we "Role Played" intensely for 57 minutes straight until that moment of discovery--- when suddenly ---I felt something!  It reminded me of when I was 4 and I stuck that paperclip in the light socket!  I leaped to my feet, stomping and screaming , I got it! - I got it ! 

After I calmed down there was a sense of "Peace and Satisfaction" all over me. I noticed that the fear and intimidation had suddenly disappeared!  I finally discovered the secret of how to bring dealers to their knees begging for my business!                                   

R. Lopez Albuquerque, NM

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"Biblical Principles of Persuasion " to negotiate on a car? Give me a break!  Armed with my, "Know-it-All (KIA) ", MBA I never pictured myself needing any "Help" negotiating with car dealers.

Then reality hit when the simple act of "Haggling" literally made me sick to my stomach.  The pressure was relentless and indescribable!

Feeling unable to leave, yet not wanting to stay, I cried out, "Oh God please help me!  I don't know what I'm doing! "   In a whisper I was encouraged by those scriptures I read on the CCBM website.  Suddenly a calming peace rescued me and my final offer was accepted ---I got my price.  The storm was over.

On this day I experienced how God reveals Himself in "Life Events" that compel one to seek His face for a moment, others for a season, some for a lifetime. Thank God and CCBM for teaching me this powerful "Negotiation Life Skill". 

A. Wilson - Woonsocket, RI

 

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Dear CCBM,

Three years ago my wife and I contacted you unexpectedly for car buying advice.  We were four years into a 7 year loan on our current vehicle which resulted in us being desperately "Upside Down".  On a Saturday morning we were about to be victims of a "Tent Sale" where they lured is in with a "Promise" and free food.  Long story short. We were "Caught up" in the emotion of the moment when just before we were about to sign a new contract that would supposedly pay off our current vehicle and put us in a new one the Holy Spirit told my wife and I to stop and give you a call. 

We heard about your ministry from a friend of a friend who's church had a link to your website in their bulletin. Don't ask me why but on that day we impulsively proceeded to engage the dealer on our own.  With little or no hope of catching you in AZ , on a Saturday, with the faith of a "Mustard seed", we prayed and dialed.  Our prayer was if that voice we heard was truly Him you'll answer the phone!   We surmised that one ring was for the Father,  one for the Son and one for the Holy Spirit because on the third ring you picked up!

After praying for us and the dealer (I'm still asking God to help me understand that part) you instructed us to walk away from what you deemed a "Bad Deal".  That dealer tried everything possible to tempt us but we knew God had spoken ,through you,  so we bolted.

Now, three years later, we just paid our vehicle off.  Debt free and armed with the wisdom of Christian Car Buying negotiation strategies we can now proceed with our purchase of a new "Praise Mobile" , the "Right way", free of what you deemed "Negative Equity" and without compromising God's tithes.  Like the "Ten Lepers" ,whom Jesus healed, we had to come back to give thanks for your ministry which has become part of our testimony about seeking God.  We pray God's continued blessings upon you, your wife, pastor Stewart and CCBM.

Gratefully Yours In Christ,

The "Tent Sale" couple, Yorba Linda,CA.

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Dear Bro. Bruce,

We're writing you this testimonial letter because until recently my wife of 17 years and I were having serious marital problems.  Pending divorce proceedings we were encouraged and blessed to attend a marriage retreat.  The first night our facilitator gave us what we thought an "Unusual" video to watch as our homework assignment.  Was this a "Sex Toy"?  Not knowing what to expect we were totally unprepared for what followed.  In silence we listened to the video from the bathroom as we prepared for bed when suddenly we both heard you say something so profound we almost knocked each other over as we bolted from the bathroom dying to hear more!  There  we sat mesmerized on the edge of the bed.  Our eyes were glued to the TV as you insightfully engaged the audience with humor and truth.  

We gently embraced as we reminisced, laughed and cried all while giving thanks unto the Lord for your ministry.  Why were we so captivated?  Because, we fit the exact profile you described in your CCBM workshop video as you illustrated all of the critical mistakes we've all made over the years negotiating with car dealers!

Little did we know that upon our return home all hell would brake loose when we decided to treat ourselves to that new van we saw at the Chicago auto show.   Our salesman was nice but you warned us that the "Closer" might try to "Pull some stuff" but thank God everything they tried we "Squashed like a bug" because of your information rich Christian Car Buying workshop video.  You encouraged us to pray, unite as a team and by following your "NCN" strategy together we won!

In addition to the confidence you gave us (that will last for a lifetime) we appreciate the online prayer we received from you at www.PraiseMobile.org  especially   the prophetic reminder you gave us to seek God first embraced the essence of Matthew 6:33.  Thanks to your ministry this was the most prolific, educational and enjoyable car buying experience ever!   Although we can never repay you enclosed is a small token of our appreciation to encourage the work of your ministry from a happily married couple whom you not only helped save money on a "Praise Mobile" but more importantly the biblical teaching poured into you over the years by your Pastor Stewart breathed life into a "Dry Bones" marriage.  May God continue to bless the preaching and teaching of your Pastor Stewart, www.fibcaz.org and the Christian Car Buying Ministry (CCBM).

With Praise and Thanksgiving to God,

Doomed Marriage Repaired,

Oak Brook IL

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God bless this "Peculiar" ministry!

Bruce ,  when you said " Pray for the Car Dealer" I thought you were crazy!  Then I scolded my wife for wasting our money consulting with you because I've been a loan officer for 19 years.  I thought I had seen everything.  Now, after our prayerful, eye opening,  experience with your ministry, I'm beginning to realize how little I know about negotiating.    When the dealer offered to show me his "Dealer's Invoice", if I would allow him to make $500 profit, I thought I had "Negotiated a Good Deal".    Then we compared the figures on his "Invoice " with the one you helped us obtain from your "Research Lab".  Both our jaws dropped when we discovered the truth! He had inflated his "Dummy Invoice" to the tune of $5,974.16! Had it not been for your ministry we would have unknowingly overpaid by that amount!

Outraged, I stormed out of the dealership to study the information you provided during our online consultation.  To my surprise I found additional  "Hidden fees" .  Long story short I went to another dealer and got the price you helped me negotiate for a total savings of  $6,312.19!  What a blessing you are!  I thank God, my wife and my church for giving her the link to www.ChristianCarBuying.org !  Please accept my apologies for doubting you and I shall continue to celebrate your money-saving ministry.  Keep up the great work God has begun in you!

R. Washington - Suffolk, VA

" Dear Mr. Smith,

I was speechless when the prosecutor argued, " Objection! Your honor we need a ruling." On what, I yawned?  I played it off nicely but deep inside I was worried.   Calmly looking at my watch I called for a 30 minute recess.  Rushing to my chambers my mind was racing and I as embarrassed!  How could a judge not know something so simplistic?  Nevertheless I had approximately 30 minutes to render a legally binding decision.   I quickly gave up on my staff when I received four different answers to the same question! 

My intern suggested your ministry but she couldn't recall your website.  All she could remember was Christian...auto something and I said "Car buying"?  After a short prayer I anxiously "Googled" "Christian Car Buying".  Suddenly my heart leaped for joy when your listing appeared at the top of my screen!  Knowing that time was of the essence I was amazed at your fast response followed by how quickly you emailed me written answers to my questions.  Armed with your information I strolled into my courtroom with unwavering confidence about my decision.  Needless to say you saved my... (you know what!)  You also made me look good.  I'm so glad I registered with your ministry.    Kudos!  God bless you and keep up the excellent work!" 

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Greetings Bruce!

When we "Googled" Christian Car Buying we were pleasantly surprised to find your "Peculiar Ministry" on the first page:-).  Cautiously optimistic we did everything you told us.  And to our surprise it worked like a charm!  As ministers of the gospel totally agree that sometimes God requires us to do something you've never done in order to get what we've never had!  We thought it peculiar of you to ask us to pray for our enemy until you showed us scripture.   We applaud your boldness for encouraging us to pray for the entire dealership before we ever crossed the threshold.  After thinking you were "Crazy" we saw were as a result of prayer God led us to a Christian salesperson !  Furthermore Paul (our salesman) just so happened to be resigning his dealership post the next day to pursue a new career in banking.  

We structured our offer just like you showed us and we saved $2,973.14 more than expected! And for the very first time in 22 years of car buying we felt no buyers remorse because we know we negotiated a fair deal.    We encourage you to keep teaching people how to use your "Biblical Principles of Persuasion" to fish for the best deal.  This experience has caused us to redefine this important life skill which has enriched our lives.  We'll remember you always.  God bless you.  

Glenn & Barbara Duffy

Brisbane, Australia

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To: Bruce

Subject: Christian Car Buying Ministry

A wonderful and useful Ministry. Thank you for your unique Christian service.

Annette

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Hi Bruce,

Thanks so much for helping me get my "Praise Mobile." It truly is a Praise Mobile. I've named it PJ which stands for Praise Jeep because it is a Jeep Liberty. I'm trilled with my new car and the experience in buying it was effortless because you did all the work. I have a fear of Car Dealers and going on a car lot looking for a car because I got ripped off on the purchase of my last car. But this time I didn't even have to go to the dealer until the final phase just to sign papers because the car was brought to my work site for me to look it over once I told you what I wanted. Thanks so much and I'll tell everyone how you helped me contact the right source for my financing and get my Praise Jeep (PJ). Have a Blessed Day and thanks for everything.

Cynthia Momon - Dallas, TX

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I continue giving your seminar on Christian Car buying tips that helped me negotiate for my car and get more than I could have imagined, credit for my experience when looking for the car I am presently driving.  To God be the glory.  Thank you for your obedience in sharing tips in negotiating for that next Praise-Mobile.  I now am not intimidated at the thought of going into a Dealership to get a car whether alone or with someone else.  Also, no matter how much the gas prices are, God continues to provide (Jehovah-Jireh).  You were right on the money.  God bless you. 

"This information is invaluable! " 

J. Solomon - Phoenix, AZ.

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The moment I spoke with Bruce at Christian Car Buying I knew I was in good hands.  Bruce took the time to listen and hear exactly everything I wanted in a my new car.  He also explained to me the difference between American made cars and foreign made cars.  The first car Bruce found for me was the perfect car...a Nissan Altima!  The car runs great and I love it.  I've learned so much from Christian Car Buying and I will continue to learn with the newsletter that is sent out Quarterly.  I will definitely use Christian Car buying the next time I need a new, dependable, and outstanding looking car!

Belinda Jones

Phoenix, AZ

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"  A nice gentleman named Bruce listened to our fears, asked permission to pray with us then he methodically helped us develop a step by step negotiation plan. Three weeks later we were ready to deal and we put Bruce's plan to the test.    His negotiating  "Do's and Don'ts" enabled us to save $2,321.00!  L.S. Las Vegas, NV

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" ... my sister who lives in Georgia called upset and in desperate need of negotiation advice because she was about to sign a confusing auto sales contract .   I used a scripture and a negotiation tip Bro. Bruce shared with us over two years ago to calm her down so I could get her to focus.  This information allowed her to renegotiate her contract before signing. She saved $10,700.00 in the process.  God bless this CCBM ministry for showing us how to use Biblical principles to apply these powerful negotiation strategies! " B.G. - Tyler Texas

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"I was extremely satisfied with the consultation provided by the Christian Car Buying Ministry .  I remember hearing the phone then watching my mom crumble to the floor weeping.  Three weeks after taking delivery of her 2006 Toyota Camry she received a call from the dealer explaining that they couldn't get her financed unless she could bring them an extra $7,352.00 in cash which she didn't have.  Long story short.  She had to return the car!  I later found out that this was preventable if only she had contacted the Christian Car Buying Ministry before she went into the Dealership.  Three months later I had to purchase a vehicle but I was determined to learn from her mistake.  So I registered on the website and was amazed at the quick response.

What a blessing from God it was to have someone pray with me over the phone about this daunting task. Your experience helped me develop a sound ,money saving , strategy that encouraged and empowered me throughout the entire negotiation process.  I'm thankful for the consultations we had that gave me inner peace in knowing that I got a fair deal.  More importantly I'm excited because now I can teach my children how to negotiate! Thank you for blessing our family! "  R.B. - Woonsocket, RI

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"Bruce,

Thanks a million for your invaluable assistance with a recent used-car purchase. My friend is very satisfied with the used car she purchased, utilizing Bruce’s Christian Car Buying techniques. Thank you again for allowing the Lord to use you in such a mighty way and providing us with critical consumer knowledge."

   Ken Arrington, Sr.

  First Baptist Church of  Glen Arden

  Landover, MD

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"Bruce, I think I'll take you with me next time I have to buy a car!" 

P.Bridges. - Phoenix, AZ.

 

 

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