The Thriving Christian Artist

Do you ever feel overwhelmed at times with Instagram, Facebook, Tic Toc, Club House, Linked In and all of the different social media platforms that are out there? Part of me thinks they are a wonderful opportunity for connecting with others to share our ideas and art, but sometimes the dark side of social media can leave me feeling gross, overwhelmed, and maybe even a little demeaned.Well, in my blog and in this week’s episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll be sharing how I find the balance between the real community we create online versus those random unhinged comments that pop up on our social media feeds. You can find my blog right here: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/blogBe sure to take a few minutes to listen to the podcast on the app of your choice like ApplePodcasts®, Amazon Music®, Stitcher®, Spotify®, GooglePlay® or online at MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcastPlease Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www

This week I welcome back a frequent visitor to the podcast, Allen Arnold. Allen is back to talk about his new book, Chaos Can’t. In this episode, Allen shares the hopeful message that it's possible to remain unshaken in this world of chaos. After the year we’ve all had, I know that I need to hear what Allen has to share.Speaking of hearing, Allen will also be one of our speakers at this year's Thriving Christian Artist Conference on March 5th - 6th. Click here for more details.After listening to this week’s podcast, I encourage you to go back and listen to my last visit  with Allen back in Episode 42. You can find Allen’s new book here on Amazon, and you can connect with him at his website, www.WithAllen.com.Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

So many artists are being held back from their full potential because they are scared to step out and do something they’ve never done. Fear, anxiety, and self-doubt become a wall that blocks them from being all that God has called them to be.Well in my blog and this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll be sharing the strategies God used in my life to help me move past this fear and into truly thriving as an artist.Doors Are Open Now for the Mentoring Program!We only do it a couple of times a year. But, if you’re ready to join a dynamic life-changing community of artists from all over the world and start seeing real change happen in your life and art, then I invite you to learn more about my Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program.The doors to join are open right now through Feb 1st, 2021 and I would love to have you join us. To learn more, click right here.Ok, enjoy the podcast!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and

Jan Tetsutani is no stranger to our podcast listeners. Hailing from the great state of Hawaii, Jan has been a long time member of my Created to Thrive Mentoring Program as well as our 2020 Spokesperson of the Year.In other words, she’s had some major breakthrough and success in her life over the last couple of years…and she’s just getting started! Since the last time we talked with Jan, way back in episode 9, her life and art has continued to grow, transform, and impact the lives of others. Ok, enjoy the podcast!You can learn more about Jan, see her art, and connect with her online by visiting https://jantetsutaniart.com/Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

Have you ever wondered how you can know if you are on the right track and following God’s best for your life? Well in my blog and in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’ll be giving you a really simple strategy that will let you confidently know you’re right where you need to be. Ok, enjoy the podcast!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

My guest today is back for a return visit here to the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast. Kate Green as a fabulous painter from Great Britain who also happens to be a member of my Created to Thrive Mentoring Group.In this interview, Kate shares what’s been happening in her life and art since we last chatted back in episode 33. As her art business has continued to grow, God has continued the transforming work in her life and has begun to open additional doors of opportunity to her both in her city and in her country.Ok, enjoy the podcast!You can connect with Kate and learn more about her art by visiting, https://www.kategreenart.com/Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resource

Sometimes in life, we just need a reboot. And after the year we all had in 2020, now is a great time to hit the reset button in life.  If you’re ready for your reset, I’m going to be sharing some really practical advice in my blog and in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring on how to do just that.Ok, enjoy the podcast!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artists Podcast, I’m excited to introduce you to a friend of mine, Tim Bhajjan. Tim is an artist, life coach, and former pastor with an incredible story of how God has used the Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program as a vehicle to release real transformation in his life as he answered the call to be an Artistic Ambassador for the Kingdom.Ok, enjoy the podcast.You can learn more about Tim, see his art, and connect with him online by visiting www.TimBhajjan.com Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

Even though we’ve just come through one of the hardest years any of us have ever lived through, there could be something huge holding you back from being all that you can be in 2021.I’m going to expose that and give you some real tools to move through it here in my blog and in this episode of 5-minute mentoring.Ok, enjoy the podcast!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

My guest today on the podcast is my friend and fellow artist Denise Mitchell. Denise is a member of my Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program who has had an incredible breakthrough year in 2020.  Click here to see a video of Denise's transformation story.Ok, enjoy the podcast!You can connect with Denise online and learn more about her at by visiting her online at www.artbydenisemitchell.com Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the masterclass mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this quick episode, Matt shares a heartfelt thank you to all the listeners of the podcast, wishing them a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Does fear ever get a hold of you so hard that you just can’t function?  When this happens, do you ever feel stuck, not knowing what to do, how to get out of it, or how to throw it off? Well, believe it or not, I struggled with that for many years until the Lord gave me a solution. In this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, and in my blog, I’ll be sharing how to get freedom from fear so that you can begin to walk in the fullness of God’s strength and clarity.  Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

I have one of my favorite people in the world back with us on this week's episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast. Shae Bynes is an incredible woman of God, entrepreneur, leader, influencer, and all-around awesome person.Shae is back to talk about the release of the second edition of her book, The Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur's Guide To Goal Setting. This book gives entrepreneurs a Bible-based, and Holy Spirit inspired approach to setting and pursuing business goals in partnership with God.As we close out 2020, Shae's insights are sure to be a big help as you head into 2021.You can connect with Shae online at kingdomdrivenentrepreneur.com and on Facebook and Instagram @KingdomDrivenEntrepreneurConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

Have you ever wondered how to find your unique style as an artist?  A lot of people wonder that, and we are going to jump in and give you some really quick tips on how to see that happen today on this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

Running ads on Facebook and Instagram just seems to overwhelm so many people. And with so many artists trying to pivot to online sales and teaching during this covid madness, the real question is, where do you start?My guest today, Andrea Vahl, is a Facebook and Instagram ads guru. What I love the most about her is that she takes complicated ideas, like setting up and running an ad campaign, and makes them simple.  I know you won’t want to miss this episode.In this episode, we mention a few resources to help you on your journey into Facebook ads. Andrea’s free top 10 blog posts can be found right here.Andrea’s book, Facebook Ads Made Simple, can be found right here on Amazon.You can connect with Andrea online at www.AndreaVahl.com and on Facebook @AndreaVahlinc and on Instagram @AndreaVahlConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebo

You know, if you love making art as much as I do, it’s really easy to wonder, “Hey!  Is my love of art and creating art crowding out my passion for Jesus and my desire to worship Him?  Is it becoming an idol in my life?  I don’t know if you have ever thought about that, but in this week’s episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, as well as in my Blog, I’ll be sharing some truths that have really helped  bring me clarity and peace on this topic.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

You are in for a really special treat in this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast. Leif Hetland is a forerunner in modern-day missions and a real voice in what God is doing in the earth today.I know you’ll enjoy listening as Leif shares his beautiful revelation of how to walk as a son and not an orphan. In this episode, Leif talks about two of his books that I want to recommend to you. The first is “Called to Reign: Living and Loving From a Place of Rest,” and it’s available right here from Amazon. The second is his book, “Healing The Orphan Spirit,“ and it is available right here from Amazon.You can connect with Leif and his ministry, Global Mission Awareness, online at www.GlobalMissionAwareness.com and on Facebook @LeifHetlandConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I’m joined by Jason & Dena Hobbs. Jason and Dena are very familiar with the struggle of anxiety, both professionally and personally. Jason as a clinician, Dena as someone with anxiety, and both as pastors of congregations full of anxious people. They also know the shame and confusion that so often accompany these disorders, especially for people who think their faith should be strong enough to overcome these struggles. Jason and Dena will be sharing the story of their journey and some steps you can take today to start finding freedom from anxiety in your own life.Jason & Dena’s book, “When Anxiety Strikes.” is available right here on Amazon.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

Have you ever wondered how to tell when the Holy Spirit is guiding you and working with you in your art or when you are trying to do it all on your own?" If this is you, you're not alone.  This is a question I get a lot from artists all over the world. In this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, and in my blog, I want to share with you a few things that I've learned over the years that have really helped me definitively answer this question for myself.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/

I am so excited about my guests this week. Frank and Kathleen Monteleone are incredible actors, producers, and filmmakers who are doing incredible things in the Kingdom of God, both through their art and through their encouragement to other creatives to be all that God has called them to be.I just know that you are going to love this interview with Frank and Kathleen as they take the time to share the story of their journeys through family, faith, and creativity.  You can learn more about what they do and connect with them online at www.AmericanReject.movie and www.FullArmorFilms.comConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/