In this powerful message from Pastor Philip Brown at Artisan Church, we confront two subtle yet destructive forces: sadness and acedia—the noonday demon of spiritual numbness and apathy. Drawing from ancient wisdom and biblical insight, Pastor Philip unpacks how unchecked emotions can distort our view of God, diminish our hope, and tempt us to disengage from our calling. Through the story of Elijah and reflections on our own inner battles, we’re invited to be honest with what we carry, to ask God to “search us and know our hearts,” and to find healing not by trying harder, but by coming closer to Jesus. If you’ve felt spiritually stuck or emotionally weary, this message is for you. Subscribe to stay connected to weekly teaching that helps you live fully alive in Christ.