Artisan Church Podcast

“The stone that the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone… This is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes!” Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

Do we boast in the accomplishments of our past, in our religious heritage, and in our ability to do what is right? Or do we, like the Apostle Paul, regard it all as “loss and rubbish”? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

The parable of the Prodigal Son is of Jesus’ most famous and beloved teachings, but rarely is it mentioned that he told this parable in response to an accusation about his keeping company with sinners. What do we say if we are accused of keeping bad company? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

In this “College of Preachers” sermon, Marielle Jensen-Battaglia will help us ponder two questions: Why are we spiritually hungry? And why are we spiritually fed? Speaker: Marielle Jensen-Battaglia Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

Since at least the time of Abraham, following God has required us to overcome our fear and doubt. But in the midst of terrifying darkness, we can always look up at the stars and trust God’s promises. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

The words of scripture can be challenging to apply, and this is especially true when they are being twisted for evil purposes. Yet at all times, the true Word, who was himself tempted by twisted scripture, is near. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Lent 2016: Preparing our hearts for resurrection ”

We’ll be looking at the story of Jesus sending out seventy-two disciples to spread the gospel, reflecting on how it can help us understand what it means (and doesn’t mean) to follow Jesus. Speaker: Chris Sullivan

One of the hardest questions to answer about giving is this: How much should we give? What is the “tithe”, and is it a binding rule for us? How do we apply ancient guidelines for giving in our modern society? There may be no definitive answer, but we do know without a doubt that we are all called to generosity and sacrifice. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Give!: Open hands, open...

Following Jesus fully means loving God with everything we have. It means we store our treasure in heaven. And sometimes, it means we are asked to give up everything. But as the proverbs of Israel teach us, this way of life is for the good of our own souls. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Give!: Open hands, open hearts ”

At a time when Artisan Church is looking ahead to some exciting changes, we will need to trust in God’s continuing involvement in our shared lives. This will be a time when it must be true of us that we are one body with many parts, and we are all in it together! Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Winter Series: Reflections at Year’s End ”

It’s natural at this time of year to commit to reading the Bible more. What does that look like for us as we share life and faith together at Artisan? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Winter Series: Reflections at Year’s End ”

Moments of devotional sharing by members of the Artisan community remind us of the many ways God is at work in our lives. Part of the series “ Winter Series: Reflections at Year’s End ”

A message to transition from Advent to Christmas based on the tradition bible passages. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Advent: Anticipate Jesus ”

On this final Sunday of Advent, we are presented once again with the tension between what God has done, and what he shall do. Two phrases repeated in this week’s readings, he has and he shall , form a dual refrain that shapes our faith in Jesus today and in the future. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Advent: Anticipate Jesus ”

The cry of John the Baptist in the wilderness includes a fiery sermon that should shock us out of our complacency. But it also offers an intriguing, if confusing, allusion to 1 Chronicles 21. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Advent: Anticipate Jesus ”

John the Baptist prepared the way for people to receive Jesus by calling them (and us) to repentance. It is through our repentance that we allow God to refine us into people who overflow with love. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Advent: Anticipate Jesus ”

An overview of the themes of Advent, based on the lectionaries passages assigned to this day. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Advent: Anticipate Jesus ”

Trees have deep roots so they can have strong branches. We don’t look to our past because we are stuck there; we look to the past because it strengthens us for the present—and the future! Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Roots: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

We say these words every week, but how did we come by this creed? Why do we say these words? (Oh, and what do they even mean?) Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Roots: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

Being deeply rooted in the historic Christian faith means studying, respecting, and learning from the lives and examples of God’s people who have practiced our faith through the ages. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Roots: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

Celebrating Beauty can come with many challenges and costs, including to some of our other values. How can we navigate these tensions—in the Way of Jesus? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Beauty: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

Three brief biblical stories with lessons about Beauty launch us into a Q&A about this elusive value. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Beauty: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

One remarkable result of being in true community, scripture tells us, is that our oneness will proclaim the gospel and draw others to Christ. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Community: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

Being in authentic community means that we find a new identity as God’s people—and a new sense of worth and value in the fact that we are needed within this community. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Community: Reaffirming our foundational values ”

The story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch offers a prophetic challenge to us as we seek to invite and include all people to receive God’s grace. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Our Next Decade: Justice: Reaffirming our foundational values ”