Weekly list of curated personal finance articles from around the web.

The secret prayers of gamblers (Christianity Today). “There is so much gambling. So much restless desire.”

Is $1 million enough to retire? (Clark Howard). It has long been assumed to be the financial finish line. Is it the right goal?

Death, estate planning among most avoided family topics: survey (Talker Research). Getting the right paperwork in place is part of good estate planning; so is talking about your wishes with your loved ones.

How your temperament affects your money mindset (FaithFi). It’s so helpful to know your temperament and that of your spouse.

Five money habits every young family should have (Kiplinger). Practical ways to move in a helpful financial direction (There’s one glaring omission in this article—no mention of generosity!)

Have you answered George Kinder’s questions? (The Best Interest). Simple questions that can add a lot of clarity to what you’re pursuing.

Don’t fall for the rigged college game (NY Times). “The frantic competition that we’ve made the norm is based on a lie about what makes a college education truly valuable.”

21-year-old joined the National Guard to pay for college—he’ll graduate debt- free with over $100,000 saved (CNBC). The military isn’t for everyone, but it can be a great way to pay for college, build character, and more.

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