# Episode 478 | Are Credit Cards Sucking the Life Out of Your Budget?

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Podcast: [More Than Money](https://stenobird.com/podcast/more-than-money-1312126)
Published: 2026-06-22T08:00:03+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1652

## Resource

Credit cards promise rewards, convenience, and cash back, but are they quietly draining your budget and keeping you stuck financially? In this episode, Art unpacks the psychology behind credit card spending, explains why rewards often cost more than they return, and shares a biblical framework for using money faithfully. Plus, learn why the debt snowball continues to help thousands of people eliminate debt faster and gain momentum toward lasting financial freedom. Resources: 8 Money Milestones Ask a Money Question!

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