Artisan Church Podcast

We are captivated by the heart of God for hurting people and a suffering creation, seeking to bring compassion to those needs and a just end to their underlying causes. Speaker: Melody Boyd, leadership team member Part of the series “ Foundations: The values that define us. ”

We humbly recognize the sovereign power, reverent mystery, and gracious wonder of God, who is worthy of our worship and full devotion. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Foundations: The values that define us. ”

We are inspired by the breathtaking artistry of our creator and seek to reflect that beauty in all we do as we co-create with him. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Foundations: The values that define us. ”

We are deeply rooted in the historic Christian faith as revealed in scripture and worked out in the life of God's people through the ages. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Foundations: The values that define us. ”

We are a covenantal family of authentic relationships and reconciliation in the image of God, who exists in perfect communion as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — yet one God. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Foundations: The values that define us. ”

We conclude the series the way we began: with Artisans sharing their personal stories. But this time, the emphasis is on what is giving us hope. Let’s be inspired by learning what is keeping us all going! Speaker: The people of Artisan Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

One of the deepest callings of being in Christian community is to bear one another’s burdens. In this way, we can all navigate our challenges together. And what’s more: we live into the example of Jesus, who identifies with all humanity in his own suffering. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

The Bible instructs us to rejoice in our suffering. If we’re not careful with this text, it seems dismissive at best and cruel at worst. Let us look more closely at what this seemingly impossible call might mean. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

One of the overly simplistic platitudes we are trying to avoid is the idea that we’ll all be fine “in the sweet by and by,” some future hope. We should seek to find some balance between a real hope in God’s ultimate healing and saving work and the need for peace and relief in the here and now. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

It cannot be repeated often enough: you are not alone in your sufferings. The Bible is full of examples of good, godly people who nevertheless experienced tragedy and trauma. What can we learn from their example? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

We begin our series with an honest look at the way the world is affecting us. We will hear from several Artisans about the heaviness in their world right now, and join in supporting them with empathy and love. Speaker: The people of Artisan Part of the series “ World Falling Apart*: *But We’re Staying Together ”

Artisan’s most distant member all the way from Finland, Ville Anttila, joins us in person to share a message and a testimony. What should the direction of our faith be, when a "traditional view of faith" can at the same time prop up some people while slowly killing others? Speaker: Ville Anttila Part of the series “ The Church in the World: Celebrating the Global Church ”

As we think about the Church in the world, and particularly Artisan Church at work in the world, it's important for us to parse out the aspects of our faith that have been shaped by U.S. culture. In this sermon, Becka will encourage us to consider the cultural lens through which we look at God and the church. How has our narrative of Christianity been influenced by our cultural, political, an...

Our ministry partners from the Ugandan Water Project join us with an exciting and engaging message about the life-saving work that is happening in Uganda, and how it is a natural extension of God’s love. Speaker: Jess Alinaitwe Part of the series “ The Church in the World: Celebrating the Global Church ”

We are excited to welcome Artisans Carolyn and Ryan Klejment-Lavin (for the first time in several years!) to hear a report about their work supporting missions work in Asia. Speaker: Carolyn and Ryan Klejment-Lavin Part of the series “ The Church in the World: Celebrating the Global Church ”

The most famous reaction to the risen Christ comes from Thomas, who refused to believe Jesus was alive unless and until he could feel the holes in his body. Although Thomas earned a pejorative nickname for his skepticism, Jesus did not scold or deride him. This should be an encouragement to doubters everywhere. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion (Part Two)...

We continue to look at the stories of Jesus appearing to his disciples after the resurrection, wondering what their reactions can show us about ourselves and imagining what Jesus might say to us in our surprise. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion (Part Two): Part Two ”

After the resurrection, Jesus appeared to his disciples and others. The reactions to these experiences were mixed. How might they guide our own response to the seemingly impossible idea that Jesus lives among us? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion (Part Two): Part Two ”

In a touching moment, Jesus looked down from the cross at his best friend and his mother, connecting them to each other. It is a powerful vision of how the family of God is grown and defined through the love of the crucified Lord. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion (Part Two): Part Two ”

We pause our study of the Gospel of John to reflect on the many tragedies that have taken place during the past month. Opportunities for personal sharing and response were punctuated with readings and prayers from the Psalms of Lament Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”

The inscription placed above Jesus at the crucifixion identified him as the King. This was the subject of some debate among the powers that put him on the cross, but it proved to be more true than anyone could have expected at the time. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”

The sham trial and unjustified conviction of Jesus was a joint effort by the empire of Rome and the corrupt religious leaders of the day. How do we see religion and empire confounding the work of Jesus today? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”

The story of Jesus’s arrest includes two friends who fail him: Judas, who betrays him to the Romans, and Peter, who denies his friendship altogether. A story like this invites us to imagine what it would like to be failed by our friends—or to be the friend who fails. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”

Just before his arrest, Jesus prays a prayer on behalf of his disciples, current and future. As we read these words, can we receive them and reflect on our role in making them true all these centuries later? Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”

It’s been a couple years since we last visited John’s gospel. This week, we will review the book and its key themes and preview the final three chapters, as we consider what it has to offer us as 21st century Christians and spiritual seekers. Speaker: Pastor Scott Austin Part of the series “ Gospel of John: Conclusion: Part One ”