The Thriving Christian Artist

Send us Fan Mail Quite simply, prophetic art is "creating art with God."  It's this beautiful dance where, as artists, we do the thing that God has put on our hearts through our creative process.  He flows through us by the power of the Holy Spirit in order to inspire us, bring fulfillment to us in our unique design, and release His transformative nature through us to touch the worl...

Send us Fan Mail I’m privileged to work with so many artists who are new to their art journey, still figuring things out as they decide how they can best glorify God through their artistic gifts. But whether you’re just getting started or have been a professional artist for years, you NEED to listen to this week’s podcast as I chat with Jen Brandon! Jen Brandon is an oil painter and children’s boo...

Send us Fan Mail We know that God created the heavens and the earth...but what do art and being an artist have to do with the Kingdom of God? Is art actually a gift from God?  If so, what are we doing with it? In this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, we’re talking about the gift of art and our responsibility - and privilege - to honor and glorify Him and His Kingdom.   Want to learn more about proph...

Send us Fan Mail Over the years, I've learned that content marketing is one of the most cost-effective ways to drive traffic to your website. Creating content that communicates who you are draws people into your world, allowing you to connect with clients and referral partners in ways that hopefully results in sales.   I'm joined by one of the leading voices in content marketing in today...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what it means to be called by God as an artist to do those things that you do creatively? We’re going to jump into this in today’s episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, where I give you an incredible Kingdom insight right out of Exodus 31 that will show you exactly what it means to be called as an artist. You can read my entire teaching series on What is Prophetic...

Send us Fan Mail One of the things that I love doing as an artist and an entrepreneur is learning from people who are not artists, especially in the business realm. I've learned over the years that learning from other people's experiences and tapping into their wealth of knowledge helps give me a different perspective on what God's called me to do as an artist and as a creative. My...

Send us Fan Mail Have you been wondering how to use Reels on Instagram® or even what you would put on a Reel to get started?  We’ll be talking about all things “Reel” as I give you some great ideas on how best to use the Instagram® feature that’s getting a lot of attention here in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring. Connect with Matt online at https://www.matttommeymentoring.com or on Instagram an...

Send us Fan Mail In this Thriving Christian Artist podcast episode, I’m joined by my great friend, Adleyn Scott.   Not only is she a great painter, teacher, and inspirer of painters, but she’s also a world-class pianist, organist, and educator for many years.  And if that’s not enough, Adleyn is one of the few people that has known me my entire life.  Adleyn shares a bit of her journey with us in...

Send us Fan Mail With all the features now available on Instagram, have you wondered how to make the biggest impact with your followers in 2021? Well, in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I'm going to share the simple strategy I'm using to get thousands of likes and shares from my followers each time I post. Connect with Matt online at https://www.matttommeymentoring.com or on Instagra...

Send us Fan Mail My guest on this week's episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast is going to really inspire you. Jill Williams is an all-around incredible person, teacher, painter, and artist, and my interview with her is going to help you do the thing that God's called you to do without fear. Jill shares the incredible story today of what God is doing in her life and of a new s...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how best to leverage the power of social media so that you can get found by your ideal clients on Instagram? In this week's episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll give you some real simple tips on how to get the most out of this incredible platform. Connect with Matt online at https://www.matttommeymentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchr...

Send us Fan Mail I’m so excited to have my new friend, Patricia King, on today’s podcast with me. Patricia is a respected apostolic and prophetic minister, an inventive entrepreneur, spiritual mentor, and a true mother in the faith. She is committed to loving God, loving people, and advancing the Kingdom in all she does. In this episode, Patricia shares key insights on how to align your soul with...

Send us Fan Mail Has your art hobby grown to the point that you're considering turning your part-time passion into a full-blown business?  In my blog and in this week’s episode of 5-minute mentoring, I’ll be sharing a few quick tips that will help you know when and how to get started on the road to business success as an artist. Connect with Matt online at https://www.matttommeymentoring.com...

Send us Fan Mail You're going to love today's interview. I first ran across today's guest on Facebook. Shane Grammer, a veteran of creating movie sets and sculpted worlds for Universal Studios and Disney, began to be led in a different direction by God. Shane now focuses on infusing beauty into broken things. From inner-city murals to inspiring community pieces in the heart of a wil...

Send us Fan Mail I love talking about the Kingdom of God. It's so simple. It's so clearly laid out in scripture. And yet, so many people, me included for many years, have no clue how the Kingdom works.  For instance, have you ever wondered what your responsibilities are when it comes to fulfilling the plan, purpose, and calling that God has for your life?  Well, in my blog and today&apos...

Send us Fan Mail As creatives, it's easy to become so focused on the cares and worries of this life that we lose sight of the things that God's called us to. But when that switch happens inside your heart and mind, and you realize that God's got this, that He's got your back, all of a sudden, things change.  That's been my story, and it's been the story of almost ever...

Send us Fan Mail All of us have a past; it's just a normal part of the human condition.  But have you ever wondered how to let go of the past so that you are free to do all the things God has called you to do in life? Well, in my blog and this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I'm going to share a really practical strategy, right out of God's word, that will help you let go of the past...

Send us Fan Mail All of us, at one time or another, have probably wanted to rewrite the story of our lives, or at least the perspective on some of the things that we've walked through. My guest today, Valerie Wiebe, has done just that. Hailing from Canada, Valerie is an incredible artist with an amazing story of hope and transformation as she has started waking up to the reality of who she is...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like the things you experience in your everyday life aren't lining up with your hopes, dreams, and the promises of God over your life?  A lot of people feel that way, and in today's episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I'll dive into a great scripture from 3rd John that I think will shed some light on this topic and give you a Kingdom perspective on pro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I'm joined by my friend and fellow creative, Julie Bagamary. Now, if her name sounds familiar, you may have seen the video we did a couple of years ago that featured Julie and the incredible transformation she had and is continuing to have inside my Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program. In this episode, we'l...

Send us Fan Mail Do you find yourself craving real intimacy in relationships, while at the same time you push people away out of fear? Well in this week’s episode of 5-minute mentoring, I’ll give you some real practical tips on how to overcome fear and cultivate honest and open intimacy in your life.  Connect with Matt online at www. MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivin...

Send us Fan Mail As Kingdom people, I believe we're all called to connect with God's people and be part of the local church. Tanya and I are so blessed to be a part of an incredible church here in Western North Carolina called New Covenant Church. I was recently invited to be a part of the preaching team, which is so much fun for me. I love talking to you here on the podcast and social m...

Send us Fan Mail I genuinely believe that we're called as believers to walk in life-giving, beautiful relationships with other people. We're not meant to do this life alone. And yet, so many times, the enemy keeps us on the edges. If you've ever felt alone and stuck on the outside, then you definitely want to check out my blog and tune into today's podcast. I'll be sharing...

Send us Fan Mail So, if you’ve been an artist or an entrepreneur for any length of time, you’ve no doubt run into what I call The Imposter Syndrome. You know, that lying inside voice that says, “you’re no good, you’ll never be enough, you’ll never have breakthrough in your life.”  Well, my guest today, Kris Kelso, shares some real practical ways on how you can defeat this enemy in your life as we...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how to start generating sales for your artwork?  Well, as a creative, that’s THE question, right?   I get asked this all the time, and in my blog and this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll be answering this question and laying out a clear pathway so you can start generating some real sales for your art today.  Connect with Matt online at www. MattTommeyMen...