More Than Money

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-documentarysavingforcollege.com The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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/1637630174The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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 place. I made some bad purchases and now I owe a significant amount of money. Is it okay to postpone my giving until I get out of my mess?Notes:The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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 husband and I have significant debt. It stresses me out, but he doesn’t seem to care. He never wants to do anything about it. How can I get him on board with paying off our debt?Notes:HisandHerMoney.com The Marriage Challenge | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/the-marriage-challengeThe Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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-Easy/dp/1731052367The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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://www.artrainer.com/the-marriage-challengeThe Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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.orgThe Money Challenge for Teens | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/the-money-challenge-for-teensThe Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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:AdvanceMemphis.orgWhen Helping Hurts | Buy it here: https://chalmers.org/resources/books/when-helping-hurts/The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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 this? I don't have the money right now but may be able to pay it in full within a couple of years.2. Why should someone pay off their debt before saving for their emergency fund?Notes:Agape Investing | Visit here: https://agapeinvests.com/The Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/

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-moneyThe Essential Emergency Binder | Buy it here: https://www.artrainer.com/essential-emergency-binderEpisode Sponsor:Most churches struggle to get people to give. SecureGive has created a system that helps churches increase giving so their ministry is funded to reach their community. SecureGive helps churches increase giving in 3 ways: software that makes giving easy, a custom growth strategy, and ongoing stewardship resources. They stand out by offering a real ministry partnership, the most cost-effective solution with the lowest processing rates, and the most comprehensive giving platform available. Use the code 'RAINER20' to get 20% off your first year! Learn more here: https://www.securegive.com/