More Than Money

Did you know that there are companies out there that will pay for some or all of an individual’s college tuition? In this episode, Art shares thirteen of those companies. He also answer a couple of listener questions. Listener Question: Should I wait until the government pays off my student loans? Florida Prepaid or a 529 Plan? Resources mentioned: The Money Challenge for Teens | Buy it here: http...

What is God’s view on wealth? Why should I stop asking, “How much should I give?” Is it okay to decrease my giving? On this episode, author of God and Money, John Cortines, joins Art to help think through what God says about money. Listener Question: Is it okay for me to decrease my giving? Is there anything lost when someone gives online? Resources mentioned: God and Money | Buy it here: http://w...

Should you refinance your car loan? How can I achieve my goals for 2022? How much should I save for college? In this episode, Art answers several of your money questions. Listener Questions: How can I do a better job of keeping my New Year’s Resolutions this year? Do you have an opinion about refinancing car loans to a lower interest rate so that more goes to principal and gets paid off quicker? H...

Money is the number one issue married couples argue about. In this episode, Art talks with Melissa and Murphey Stewart about their debt-free journey and how to get your spouse on board with eliminating debt. Notes: 1. Discuss your “Why.” 2. Have Weekly budget meetings. 3. Have consistent communication. 4. Have mini celebrations. Listener Question: When should I tell my boyfriend about my debt? My...

It is New Year’s Eve. We hope you had a wonderful 2021. This week, we are closing out 2021 by playing, some of our greatest hits from the past year. This episode is the fifth and final greatest hit. In the episode, Art talks with Dr. Thom Rainer about whether ministers should pay off their mortgage, knowing it will impact their housing allowance. Listener question answered: Are pastors required to...

It’s almost New Years. This week, we are closing out 2021 by playing some of our greatest hits from the past year. This episode is the fourth of our greatest hits from 2021. It caught a lot of traction with our listeners. In the episode, Art and Robby Scholes discuss three financial tools you need to know. And they have some good laughs in it as well. Listener question answered: Question 1: Should...

This week, we are closing out 2021 by playing some of our greatest hits from the past year. These are episodes that we and our listeners loved. One of the most faithful stewards we know is Dr. Chuck Lawless. He’s the real deal. And in this episode, Chuck talks about a few ways we could be terrible stewards. Listener Questions: Question 1: Should I buy a high quality, expensive item that will last...

We are closing out 2021 by playing some of our greatest hits from the past year. And man, this one was a big episode. In this episode, Art asks Dr. David W. Jones, a financial ethicist, some common but difficult questions. Listener questions answered: Should I use the money to invest in the stock market or pay off my mortgage? Notes: 8 Money Milestones | https://www.artrainer.com/8-money-milestone...

We are doing something different this week. We decided to close out 2021 with some of our greatest hits from the past year. So, from now until Friday, we will share with you one episode that we and the More Than Money listeners loved. This first greatest hit is the episode where Art interviews Jimmy and Kristin Scroggins about how to budget for a family of 10. Listener questions answered: Is it wo...

You need to know your financial reality, and we have the tool to help you do just that. On this episode Art talks with Matthew Morvay about the Financial State of the Union. Notes: 1. Review your generosity. 2. Review your cash. 3. Review your debt. 4. Review your retirement. 5. Review your net worth. 6. Review your goals. Listener Question: What is the best company to open a brokerage account wit...

Given the needs in the world, how should Christians think through their spending on material things? Is it okay for a Christian to have nice things, like a beach house? Dr. David W. Jones helps us consider questions like this. Notes: Is it okay for a Christian to buy a beach house? Is enjoying the material world sinful? Listener Question: Where should I give when I am in between churches? Resource...

On this episode, Art has a conversation with David Wilson, a debt-free college graduate who was featured in the documentary, Borrowed Future. David tells how he avoided student loan debt through a little creativity. Plus, Art answers a couple of listener questions. Resources mentioned: Borrowed Future | Watch the documentary here: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/shows/borrowed-future-documentary s...

On this episode, Art has a conversation with Derrick Kinney of Good Money Framework about his money story, new book, and how to use money for the advancement of God’s Kingdom. Notes: The Good Money Revolution by Derrick Kinney | Pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Money-Revolution-Make-More/dp/1637630174 The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emer...

In this episode, Art discusses online giving with the founder of SecureGive, Marty Baker. Plus, Art and Taylor answer a question about whether it is okay to postpone giving until someone gets out of a financial mess. Listener question answered: 1. Should I automate my giving? Is there anything that a person misses out on spiritually when they give online? 2. I am in a very difficult financial plac...

Debt free people are creatures of habit. In this episode, Talaat McNeely comes on MTM to discuss some secret habits of debt-free people. Plus, Art and Katie answer a question regarding a spouse who doesn’t seem motivated to pay off debt. Money questions: What are your thoughts on apps like Acorns that automatically take change from your bank transactions for saving and investing purposes? My husba...

Pastors have some unique financial challenges that lead to particular questions. In this episode, we tackle a few of those questions like, “Should a pastor pay off their mortgage?” Listener question answered: Are pastors required to take minimum distributions from their 403(b)? Notes: Housing Allowance for Ministers: Made Easy | Buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/Housing-Allowance-Ministers-Made-...

Marriage and money challenges are common. How can you get on the same financial page with your spouse? A budget can help. And in this episode, we explore how you and your spouse can create one together. Money questions: Should each spouse have their own “play money?” If so, what are the rules? What is the best way to start compounding interest? Notes: The Marriage Challenge | Buy it here: https://...

Saving for the future is wise. In this episode, Chuck Bentley, CEO of Crown Financial Ministries, answers some crucial retirement questions. Listener questions answered: 1. What college degree should I get? 2. Should I buy Bitcoin? Resources mentioned: Crown.org The Money Challenge for Teens | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/the-money-challenge-for-teens The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy...

Historically, South Memphis has been plagued by generational poverty and high unemployment. Advance Memphis desires to see this changed. This episode will inspire you to get financially healthy and help other do the same. Listener questions answered: 1. Should I put my 16-year old daughter on my credit card to build her credit? 2. The stock market is making me nervous. What should I do? Notes: Adv...

God’s three-step financial formula is this—Give generously. Save wisely. Live appropriately. We focus a lot on those first two. But what about living appropriately? How can someone glorify God in with their spending? Listener questions answered: 1. I recently took my kid to the dentist to find out that they need braces. Is this something I should save up and pay cash for or do I need to finance th...

How can you start building wealth today? In this episode, we share five different ways you can take a step toward building wealth today. Notes: 1. Decrease your expenses. 2. Increase your income. 3. Invest for the long haul. 4. Stop financing depreciating assets. 5. Give. Find More Money | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/find-more-money The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://...

How do I teach my kid to be financially responsible? On this episode, Art talks with Bryan Lark, author of One Kid, One Dollar, about how parents can help their kids become financially responsible. Money questions: I have 2 young kids. What is the best tool you have found for helping your kids understand how to take care of money? I am approaching the point when I can start taking Social Security....

What if God’s teaching on money never reaches the ears of those in the church? What are the consequences? What is the fallout? Notes: 1. Widespread financial challenges. 2. Increased stress, anxiety, and marital struggles. 3. Increased pursuit of the world’s solutions. 4. Decreased or stagnant generosity. 5. A lack of funding for the church’s mission. 6. A dearth of generous disciples. Notes: The...

Home prices are going crazy! What’s going on? In this episode, Art answers listener questions about home purchases and mortgages. Money questions: Why are home prices so high right now, and when will they drop? I can get a mortgage by only putting 3% down. I know you aren’t a big fan of these loans, but I am worried that I will never get a home if I don’t buy now because the costs keep going up. T...

As parents, we want our kids to understand God’s design for money. Unfortunately, many parents don’t know where to start, especially if they have young kids. Money questions: JWe are a young family with a 17-month son and one on the way. We have $20,000 in student loans so we know that college is expensive. What should we do first—pay off our student loans or start saving for our children’s colleg...