

More Than Money
Art Rainer
The More Than Money Podcast helps listeners get financially healthy for the sake of giving and living generously. In each episode, Art Rainer provides fun, practical, biblically-based financial advice through interviews and listener questions. Our goal with this podcast is for you to understand God's design for you and your money as you learn to give generously, save wisely, and live appropriately.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 30min
Episode 407 | Blessing Your Pastor, Cutting Up Cards, and Paying Your Contractor
It’s Pastor Appreciation Month! What are you doing to encourage those who faithfully shepherd your church? In this episode, Art shares practical ways to bless your pastor. Plus, he answers two listener questions—one about knowing when it’s time to cut up your credit cards and another about whether you should pay your contractor before your bathroom renovation is finished.Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!

Oct 6, 2025 • 27min
Episode 406 | 4 Smart Money Moves for October
What smart money moves should you be making this month? Welcome to October, when the leaves change and pumpkin spice shows up everywhere. In this episode, Art shares practical money moves to start the month strong and answers two listener questions. Don’t miss it!Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Oct 1, 2025 • 33min
Episode 405 | The Next 5 Years: What Will Wreck Americans’ Finances?
This episode examines six emerging financial challenges that Americans are likely to encounter over the next five years, including AI-driven job disruptions, rising debt, healthcare costs, and declining financial literacy. Being aware of and preparing for these challenges can help you avoid future financial stress and pain. Don’t miss it!Resources: 8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Sep 29, 2025 • 31min
Episode 404 | Dollar-Cost Averaging, Reducing Retirement, and ESPN Bet
What is dollar-cost averaging, and how can you use it as an investment strategy? In this episode, Art gives a clear, easy-to-understand explanation of how it works and why it matters. He also answers two listener questions—one about reducing retirement contributions to save for a home and another about Christians and sports betting. Don’t miss it!Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Sep 24, 2025 • 34min
Episode 403 | When You Give…Someone Receives The Gift of Mobility | Guest: Nuka Hart
Nuka Hart, the CEO of Free Wheelchair Mission, joins Art to share stories of how God uses generosity to transform lives and communities by providing mobility to people with disabilities. In this episode, you’ll hear how something as simple as a wheelchair can restore dignity and hope. Discover how your giving can create ripple effects far beyond what you might imagine and be inspired to see generosity as a powerful way to join God’s work in the world.Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Sep 22, 2025 • 31min
Episode 402 | Fed Rate Cut, Passive Income, and Sinful Debt
In this episode, Art breaks down how the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions impact your everyday life and matter for your family’s finances. Plus, he answers a listener’s question about buying a rental property: Is it wise to dip into your emergency fund for a down payment, or should you wait until you’re on firmer ground?Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Sep 17, 2025 • 31min
Episode 401 | When You Give...God Brings A Father To Faith | Guest: Jess Rainer
In this episode of More Than Money, Jess Rainer (Art’s brother) shares powerful stories of how generosity can change lives in unexpected ways. From a father coming to Christ after years of prayer to a student receiving a last-minute camp scholarship, you’ll see how giving impacts both individuals and communities. Tune in to discover the eternal ripple effects of your generosity and how God multiplies what you give.Resources:8 Money MilestonesChristian Money HelpAsk a Money Question!

Sep 15, 2025 • 32min
Episode 400 | Financial Health Signs, Decreasing Net Worth, and Account Types Needed
Are you financially healthy? In this episode, Art discusses a few signs that you have reached financial health. Additionally, he addresses two listener questions—one on the impact of purchasing a car on net worth and another about the types of accounts a person typically needs. Don’t miss this 400th episode!Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!

Sep 10, 2025 • 30min
Episode 399 | Regretful Money Mistakes, Increasing Net Worth, and Bothersome Bible Verses
From now until year’s end, certain money mistakes can leave you with a lot of regret. In this episode, Art highlights four financial decisions to avoid, answers questions about how a home down payment affects your net worth, and addresses Bible verses that have been troubling a listener. Don’t miss it!Resources: 8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!

Sep 8, 2025 • 36min
Episode 398 | Unprepared! 63% of Christians Don't Have an Estate Plan, According to Survey
A recent survey revealed that only 37% of Christian adults have an estate plan in place. In this episode, Art delves into the survey’s findings on Christians and estate planning, examines what the Bible says about estate planning, and offers some next steps. He also answers a question about extended warranties for appliances. Don’t miss it!Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!