The Thriving Christian Artist

The Thriving Christian Artist

Author: Matt Tommey: Artist, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Artist Mentor Language: English Episodes: 578
For artists who feel their creative work is a spiritual calling, The Thriving Christian Artist offers a grounded conversation about merging that faith with a sustainable practice. Host Matt Tommey brings his perspective as a working artist, author, and mentor to discussions that tackle the real intersections of studio life and spiritual life. This podcast moves beyond theory, addressing the specific hurdles-like creative fear, financial uncertainty, and finding clarity in your purpose-that can stall an artist's journey. You'll hear from a variety of voices within the community, sharing stories of both struggle and breakthrough, all centered on building a resilient artistic life that feels both spiritually and professionally fulfilling. The aim is practical encouragement: how to cultivate a mindset rooted in your identity, develop effective business habits without burning out, and see your creativity as an integral part of a larger story. Tune in for honest talks that treat your art as both a ministry and a meaningful career, providing actionable steps to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Episodes
244 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Letting Go of the Past [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:19
Send us Fan MailAll of us have a past; it's just a normal part of the human condition. But have you ever wondered how to let go of the past so that you are free to do all the things God has called you to do in life?Well,…
242 - 5-Minute Mentoring: A Kingdom Perspective on Prospering [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:26
Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like the things you experience in your everyday life aren't lining up with your hopes, dreams, and the promises of God over your life? A lot of people feel that way, and in today's epis…
241 - Creative Convergence: A Conversation with Julie Bagamary [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:18
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I'm joined by my friend and fellow creative, Julie Bagamary. Now, if her name sounds familiar, you may have seen the video we did a couple of year…
240 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Embracing Intimacy in Relationships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:46
Send us Fan MailDo you find yourself craving real intimacy in relationships, while at the same time you push people away out of fear? Well in this week’s episode of 5-minute mentoring, I’ll give you some real practical t…
239 - Thriving In Relationships: A Message from Matt Tommey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:24
Send us Fan MailAs Kingdom people, I believe we're all called to connect with God's people and be part of the local church. Tanya and I are so blessed to be a part of an incredible church here in Western North Carolina c…
238 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Sowing Into Your Relationships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:13
Send us Fan MailI genuinely believe that we're called as believers to walk in life-giving, beautiful relationships with other people. We're not meant to do this life alone. And yet, so many times, the enemy keeps us on t…
237 - Overcoming the Imposter: A Conversation with Kris Kelso [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:39
Send us Fan MailSo, if you’ve been an artist or an entrepreneur for any length of time, you’ve no doubt run into what I call The Imposter Syndrome. You know, that lying inside voice that says, “you’re no good, you’ll nev…
236 - 5-Minute Mentoring: 5 Tips for Selling Your Art Online [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:45
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered how to start generating sales for your artwork? Well, as a creative, that’s THE question, right? I get asked this all the time, and in my blog and this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring…
235 - Healing through Creativity: A Conversation with Fiona Horrobin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:16
Send us Fan MailMy guest on this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast is Fiona Horrobin. Fiona, along with her husband Peter, founded Ellel Ministries, a healing and freedom ministry that started in the UK an…