The Thriving Christian Artist

Walking in Grace vs Guilt as an Artist


Listen Later

Send us a text

Fear can paralyze Christian artists, trapping them in a destructive pendulum swing between two extremes: the fear that God won't provide financially on one side, and the fear that success will breed pride and damage their relationship with God on the other. This powerful episode tackles this common struggle head-on, offering liberating truth for creatives caught in this cycle.

Drawing from a thoughtful question submitted by a Foundations Course participant, Matt reveals how the enemy strategically uses this pendulum to keep believers stuck, perpetually swinging between scarcity mentality and success anxiety. The solution? Understanding the profound difference between fear-based religion and grace-filled relationship with the Father.

When we recognize that fear drives while the Holy Spirit invites, everything changes. Matt unpacks God's original intention for His children to walk in abundance in every area—unlimited relationship with Him, hearing His voice, walking in authority, and living aligned with His purpose. This wasn't just the design before the Fall; it's what Jesus died to restore us to.

The posture of our hearts shouldn't be fear but sonship—knowing we are redeemed children, joint heirs with Christ, and co-laborers with the Holy Spirit. As William Booth said, "I'm not waiting on a move of God, I am a move of God." When we truly embrace Jesus' words that "it is the Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom," we realize that every blessing comes solely by His grace. This recognition transforms how we create, succeed, and live.

Ready to break free from the fear pendulum and walk confidently in your artistic calling? Click the link to join our transformational Foundations Course and discover how Kingdom thinking can revolutionize your creative journey.

ACCESS THIS 75% OFF SPECIAL HERE: https://thrive.matttommeymentoring.com/offers/kT5pbVzo/checkout 

Fuel Your Creative Calling with Weekly Encouragement
Join thousands of Christian artists who are growing in faith, creativity, and purpose.

Subscribe to The Thriving Christian Artist Weekly and receive powerful, faith-filled content every week—designed to encourage your heart, spark your creativity, and equip you to walk boldly in your God-given calling as an artist.

👉 Click here. It’s free. It’s faith-filled. And it’s just for you.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

The Thriving Christian ArtistBy Matt Tommey: Artist, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Artist Mentor

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

458 ratings


More shows like The Thriving Christian Artist

View all
The Kris Vallotton Podcast by Kris Vallotton

The Kris Vallotton Podcast

2,504 Listeners

The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast by The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast

The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast

4,808 Listeners

Focus on the Family with Jim Daly by Focus on the Family

Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

4,813 Listeners

Life with Sally by Sally Clarkson

Life with Sally

2,990 Listeners

Mosaic - Erwin McManus by Mosaic - Erwin McManus

Mosaic - Erwin McManus

1,368 Listeners

Terri Savelle Foy Podcast Audio by Terri Savelle Foy Ministries

Terri Savelle Foy Podcast Audio

868 Listeners

Brilliant Perspectives by Graham Cooke

Brilliant Perspectives

1,616 Listeners

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey by Blaze Podcast Network

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

21,219 Listeners

Bethel Redding Sermon of the Week by Bethel Redding

Bethel Redding Sermon of the Week

518 Listeners

John Mark Comer Teachings by Practicing the Way

John Mark Comer Teachings

1,835 Listeners

The Best of You by Dr. Alison Cook

The Best of You

876 Listeners

Therapy and Theology by Lysa TerKeurst

Therapy and Theology

2,007 Listeners

The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast by CandyRock

The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast

3,934 Listeners

The Dr. Leaf Show by Dr. Caroline Leaf

The Dr. Leaf Show

3,094 Listeners

The Jamie & Donna Winship Podcast by Identity Exchange

The Jamie & Donna Winship Podcast

195 Listeners