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As we continue our Advent journey through hope, peace, and love, this message confronts a foundational question:  Is God truly who He says He is?  Scripture reveals that these Advent themes are not merely virtues we strive for, but attributes of God Himself—fruits of the Spirit produced in us as He imparts His life within us. This sermon focuses on  joy —not fleeting happiness, but the complete, e...

In this message, we look at Jesus’ promise in John 14:26–27 that the Helper—the Holy Spirit—will teach us, remind us, and fill us with a peace the world cannot offer. Jesus draws a clear line:  His  peace does not operate like the world’s peace. So what’s the real difference? The world offers peace that depends on quiet circumstances, calm people, and the absence of problems. It’s a peace you have...

Advent isn’t a trend—it’s a posture. In a culture obsessed with the “new,” this episode calls us back to the ancient rhythm of waiting, hoping, and remembering. What does it mean to hope when life feels delayed, painful, or out of control? Let’s rediscover the kind of waiting that forms us, not breaks us.

In this episode, we dive into Romans 1:16–17 and confront a tension every believer feels:  What happens when the world you step into makes you question who you are?  From wearing a “golf fit” from Kohl’s to trying to code-switch your faith to fit the crowd, shame quietly pressures us to adjust what God has already settled. But Paul reminds us—the gospel is not something we shrink back from. It is...

Biblical equality isn’t about everybody having the same amount — it’s the call for all of us to give so that everyone has  enough.  When we believe that, it changes how we show up. It changes how we respond to need. It changes what we think is possible when we give according to our means. Today we get to step into genuine Kingdom needs — from planting The Garden in the heart of Houston, to buildin...

Purple Rain  is a call back to our royal identity in Christ. We are not common. We are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a people marked by the blood of Jesus and called to carry both authority and access. This sermon awakens the revival of  royal generosity : living saturated in the presence of God, speaking with Kingdom authority, and stewarding resources for the glory of God and the heal...

John didn’t try to  convince  anyone about Jesus — he just pointed and said, “Look, the Lamb of God.” In a world full of noise, opinions, and endless content about faith, we can forget that Jesus never called people to  argue their way to belief. He simply invited them to  experience  Him. When the disciples asked where He was staying, Jesus said, “Come, and you will see.” That invitation still st...

Every year, this season reminds us that  Builders  isn’t just a fund — it’s an invitation. An invitation to partner with God in what He’s building through His church. In Philippians 2:1–11, Paul paints a picture of Jesus-centered humility, unity, and surrender — one that reaches into every part of life. Yet too often, we apply this truth selectively, allowing Jesus to lead our hearts but not our h...

In this message, Pastor Phillip unpacks the difference between building for God and building for yourself. From the Tower of Babel to the Tabernacle, Scripture reveals two patterns: one driven by pride, and one led by God’s presence. We’re all builders — of habits, dreams, and legacies — but the real question isn’t what you’re building; it’s whose pattern you’re building by. God doesn’t anoint amb...

The word  Ecclesiology —from the Greek  ekklesia  (assembly/church) and  logos  (word/study)—has been lost, twisted, and misunderstood. Many have been discipled to see the Church through the eyes of a  critic , not the heart of a  contributor . But to understand Jesus, you have to understand His Bride. In this message, we dive deep into: The Church as the  Bride of Christ  — Ephesians 5:25-27 What...

Jesus often described His return like a groom coming for His bride — unexpected, but eagerly anticipated. In this message, Pastor Phillip unpacks the final stages of the ancient Hebrew wedding and how they mirror our relationship with Christ: the waiting, the shout, the feast, and the union to come. Waiting on God isn’t passive — it’s purposeful. Let’s learn how to live ready, stay faithful

What does it really mean that the Church is the Bride of Christ? This biblical metaphor is often misunderstood, watered down, or even avoided altogether. Some turn it into an overly individualistic “me and Jesus” relationship, while others cringe at the intimacy of the language. But covenant and the Bridegroom theme run through the entire story of Scripture — from the prophets to the parables to R...

Division. It’s the one word that captures the pain and problems America is facing right now. Tragedy should unite us, but in recent history, moments of violence have only fueled greater division — even among believers. In this message, Pastor Sam Grosso approaches this cultural moment not as a reporter or politician, but through a  biblical lens. What does true  peace and unity  look like in the b...

At the start of the year, we declared the “Year of God’s Favor.” But declaring favor and walking in it are two very different things. In this final message of our New Series, we dig into what it truly means to receive, remain in, and walk by God’s favor. Favor isn’t about favoritism or easy blessing. Favor is God’s demonstrated delight over His children who walk faithfully, live with integrity, sa...

This week’s message, “Can I Ask You Something?”, takes us deeper into the journey of stepping into the new thing God is doing in our lives. Pastor Sam Grosso discusses how often we wrestle with how we view God’s plansIs He a dictator? Are we just robots carrying out orders? Or does He actually invite us into relationship, dialogue, and collaboration with His will? This message challenges us to rei...

For the past two weeks, we’ve been naming the things that get us stuck and keep us stuck. But today we’re taking it further—because it’s one thing to admit you’re stuck, it’s another to actually step into the new thing God has for you. Let’s be honest: being stuck rarely brings out the best in us. We freak out, shut down, or go numb. And often the first steps toward new life feel small, backwards,...

This week in our series “I’m Stuck” we continue in Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV):“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Often when God begins something new, it’s met with doubt, resistance, or even hostility: “That can’t be right… that’s not how we do it…...

We’re stepping into a new season together at Artisan! 🌱 This week we launched our brand-new series “I’m Stuck” with Part 1, rooted in Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV): Throughout Scripture and church history, there’s a pattern: God keeps doing new things, yet His people often get stuck looking back. In this message, we explore the historical, prophetic, and theological weight of this truth, and what it mean...

Speaker Jono Gates brought a timely and powerful word rooted in  James 1:19–27 . With honesty and depth, Jono shared a personal story from an intense moment at the gym that revealed the challenge—and the necessity—of being  quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.  He unpacked what it means to not just hear the word, but to  live  it out, encouraging us to become people marked by...

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In the final message of our Evil Thoughts series, Pastor Sam Gross brings clarity and hope to one of the most misunderstood and often misrepresented inner struggles: lust. Lust isn’t love—it’s a distortion of it, turning desire into craving and people into objects. In this powerful message, we explore how lust is rooted in imagination, fueled by comparison, and ultimately leaves us empty and numb....

This Sabbath Sunday, we slowed down to rest, reflect, and remember who God is. In the midst of busy schedules and constant noise, we set aside time to honor the rhythm of rest that God designed for us. Whether you joined us in person or are tuning in later, we pray this message helps you breathe deep, refocus your heart, and encounter the peace only He provides. Hit play, take a breath, and enter...

In this week’s message at Artisan Church, we tackle the often-overlooked but deeply destructive evil thought of greed—also known as avarice. Lead Pastor Sam Grosso breaks down how the insatiable desire for "more" can disguise itself as wisdom, success, or even blessing, but in truth often stems from comparison, fear, and discontentment. Drawing from Scripture and real-life examples, this...

In this powerful continuation of our Evil Thoughts series, Pastor Sam Grosso tackles the often-avoided subject of gluttony—not just as overindulgence in food, but as a broader issue of yielding freely to comfort, pleasure, and created things at the cost of our spiritual vitality. Drawing from Philippians 3, this sermon explores how gluttony subtly leads to idolatry, how indulgence in temporary ple...

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 Elija...