9 Spirit-Led Lessons to Help You Move Forward with Clarity, Confidence, and Purpose as a Christian Artist


I have never in my life felt this kind of freedom—not in my spirit and not in my artwork.” – Cheryl

Many Christian artists reach a point where they know God has more for their creativity—but aren’t quite sure how to move forward in this season.

You may be creating regularly, or only occasionally. You may feel confident some days and unsure on others. What’s common is the sense that something needs to shift—not through more striving, but through greater alignment.


No matter how much you try to push forward, it feels like there’s an invisible wall between you and the creative life you know God has for you?

You might recognize some of this…
🔹 Struggle to show up consistently in your creativity.
🔹 Battle fear, comparison or perfectionism
🔹 Feel disconnected from God’s purpose for your art
🔹 Can’t shake the like that you’re “not good enough”
🔹 Wonder if your art even matters anymore
🔹 Know God has more for you, but you just don’t know how to get there.

When these patterns linger, it’s rarely because an artist isn’t trying hard enough.

More often, there are internal beliefs, habits, or expectations quietly shaping how we show up creatively—usually without us realizing it.

“Before this course, I felt lost—unsure if my art even mattered. Now, I know it’s my divine assignment.” – Jeannette K.

💡 Here’s the truth: Your art isn’t the problem. And most of the time, it’s not a lack of discipline, talent, or faith either.

What often holds artists back is what’s shaping their thoughts, expectations, and reactions—especially when those patterns have been forming for years without being examined.

You were never meant to create in fear, isolation, or burnout. And yet, many artists unknowingly learn to create from those places over time. This is where real change begins—not by trying harder or fixing surface-level habits, but by bringing alignment to the inner places that shape how you create and respond.

When those foundations shift, everything built on top of them begins to change as well.

The Foundations Course™ is a Spirit-led discipleship experience designed to help artists establish clarity, alignment, and a new way of moving forward—starting from the inside out.

“This course didn’t just make me a better artist. It made me a whole person.” – Anita C.

This Isn’t Just About Making Better Art—It’s About Becoming a Whole, Free, Spirit-Led Artist.

The goal of Foundations isn’t perfection or performance.

It’s learning how to live and create from truth, alignment, and partnership with God—so your creativity flows from who you are becoming, not from pressure, comparison, or striving.

“I am gaining confidence and believing these truths more every day—that this gift of creativity I have is 100% from God and that I am to honor Him by using it for His glory!” — Debbie P.

“This course changed my life! It opened the door to hear God’s voice more clearly, to understand my Kingdom purpose, and to overcome years of fear and shame.” – Brenda W.

Foundations works best for artists who are willing to engage honestly, reflect prayerfully, and apply what they’re learning week by week.



Most artists try to “fix” the struggle by working harder, buying tools, or trying another strategy. But when the underlying patterns haven’t changed, those efforts often lead to more exhaustion instead of freedom.

But here’s the problem: No amount of marketing, hustle, or “just believing harder” will fix what’s happening inside.

Here’s what many artists eventually discover:
🔹 If fear of rejection is holding you back, no strategy will fix it.
🔹 If you don’t believe your art has value, you’ll always hesitate to share it.
🔹 If your mind is weighed down by perfectionism, comparison, or overwhelm, it will drain your creativity.

When these inner patterns go unaddressed, they quietly shape every creative decision—what you start, what you avoid, and what you talk yourself out of over time.

That’s why real breakthrough tends to come from alignment, not pressure.

🔥 God’s plan for you is different. He invites you to create from a place of freedom, confidence, and peace.

Your breakthrough starts from the inside out. When creativity flows from alignment instead of effort, everything begins to shift—from consistency and confidence to joy and direction. That’s why the Foundations Course was created.

“I used to feel like an imposter, but now I know I’m God’s artist—fully equipped and called.” – Erin J.


The Foundations Course™ isn’t just another online class—it’s a Spirit-led discipleship experience designed specifically for Christian artists.

Rather than giving you more information to manage, Foundations helps you establish clarity, alignment, and a steady way of moving forward—so your creativity flows from truth instead of pressure or confusion.

Through these 9 Spirit-led lessons, you’ll begin to:

✅ Overcome fear, doubt, and creative blocks that keep you stuck. “I was stuck, frustrated, and overwhelmed. Now, I’m creating consistently with joy, purpose, and confidence.” – Chris M.

✅ Renew your mindset and align with God’s truth about your art & purpose. “I’ve struggled for years with limiting beliefs. This course gave me the tools to break free.” – Debbie P.

✅ Address past experiences and patterns that may be limiting your confidence and creativity. “This course revealed God’s vision for my creativity and healed wounds I didn’t even know I had.” – Barbara D.

✅ Create with freedom & clarity instead of stress and striving. “This course has liberated me from perfectionism! I’m now creating with freedom I’ve never experienced before.” – Lillie

✅ Move forward in your art—and, when appropriate, your business—with greater clarity and confidence. “I no longer feel pressure to strive for success. I just create and trust God.” – Shannon

Foundations isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about learning how to live and create from what’s already true in Christ.

This isn’t about just learning—it’s about experiencing real breakthrough.

💡 Are you ready to finally move forward?

“Before coming into the program, I was a lifelong creative stuck in overwhelm, procrastination and major resistance. I could literally feel the grip of resistance whenever I wanted to paint. Through Foundations, I realized my true identity as an artist, learned about my God given design & calling. The weekly assignments caused me to paint more often, and by week three the daily painting exercise revealed my fear and I broke through the debilitating resistance. Throughout the course, I overcame blockages that I hadn’t realized were keeping me from my full potential.

I am no longer bound. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed or fearful, if you are dealing with resistance or procrastination, take the course. This is your sign: Take The Course. Make a commitment to follow through with each weekly class and process. Pray through it, and ask God for understanding and clarity to see what He wants to reveal to you. You will not regret the breakthrough!” – June S.


The Foundations Course™ isn’t a business course, an art technique class, or a motivational program.

It’s a discipleship-based experience that helps artists identify what’s shaping their inner life—and bring that into alignment with truth—so forward movement becomes natural instead of forced.

This course is especially helpful for artists who want to:

  • Finally believe, “Yes—I was made for this!”
  • Confidently believe their creativity matters and has purpose
    Create with joy instead of stress
  • Hear God clearly in their creative process
  • Step into their calling with boldness
  • Be free from experiences & wounds that stifle creativity

Foundations works because it focuses on the inner formation that determines how consistently—and freely—you’re able to create over time.

“I joined thinking it would teach me to be successful, but God had a surprise for me… inner healing.” – Gwyn

“It’s like someone finally turned the lights on in my creative and spiritual life at the same time.” – Paul H.


The Foundations Course™ is designed as a guided, week-by-week experience—not something you rush through or consume all at once.

Each lesson builds on the last, helping you establish clarity, alignment, and momentum in a way that’s sustainable for real life.

When you complete the Foundations Course™, you’ll walk away with more than knowledge—you’ll have real momentum. That momentum comes from small, consistent shifts—not pressure or perfection.

✅ A renewed mind rooted in truth
✅ A creative habit grounded in joy and peace
✅ A clear sense of identity and purpose as an artist in God’s Kingdom
✅ Practical tools to help you move forward personally, creatively, and professionally​

Here’s How the Foundations Course is Structured:

Each lesson follows the same simple rhythm, so you always know what to expect and how to engage.

  • A week-by-week discipleship journey created specifically for artists
  • Closed captioning & full transcripts included
  • Scripture reflections to help you discover God’s heart for your creative journey
  • Journaling prompts to guide you through personal transformation
  • Daily prayers to center your heart and mind in God’s presence
  • Weekly creative art projects to help you prayerfully process the lessons through your art
  • Step-by-step guidance to move from feeling stuck to thriving—spiritually, creatively, and professionally

Plus over $2000 in Valuable Bonuses to Deepen Your Growth

These resources are here to support your journey—not to be completed all at once. Many artists use different pieces at different times, depending on what God is highlighting.

  • Get personal insights, live Q&A, and ongoing encouragement to keep you moving forward
  • Connect with other artists in Zoom for prayer, support, and mutual encouragement 
  • These sessions are optional and designed to support—not add pressure
  • Join a private Facebook group filled with fellow artists who share your heart for creativity and faith
  • Get support, encouragement, and a place to share your journey
  • Strengthen your faith with daily, scripture-based affirmations designed to renew your mind
  • A daily devotional to help you deepen your faith and creative calling
  • A powerful teaching exploring 7 steps to engaging the Holy Spirit in your creative process
  • Learn the proven habits of artists who are successfully making a living from their art
  • A step-by-step roadmap to building a thriving art life & business
  • Get surprise insights and encouragement from industry experts and faith-filled artists

Breakthrough by Design ​(a $150 value)

  • Discover the hidden areas of self-sabotage holding you back
  • Learn how to apply the 5R’s for Renewing Your Mind to step into freedom and confidence

Grace in Grief (a $150 value)

  • Find hope and healing through creativity in seasons of loss
  • Learn strategies to navigate grief with grace, empathy, and purpose

Boundaries Builder Bundle (a $50 value)

  • Identify why you struggle with boundaries around time, relationships, and creativity
  • Learn practical steps to create healthy boundaries so you can thrive

“Since starting this course, God has begun an overflow of blessings in my life in so many areas. I know this course and the vital mindset work has played a large role.” – Foundations participant

“I have never in my life felt this kind of freedom, not in my spirit and not in my artwork. God has set me free! God has whispered ‘I love you’ to me and I finally believe it.” – Foundations Participant

You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin.

Foundations is designed to help you gain clarity as you go—one lesson at a time—so you can move forward with greater confidence instead of guessing or striving.

Foundations works best for artists who are willing to engage honestly, reflect prayerfully, and apply what they’re learning week by week.


Each lesson inside this Discipleship Training Program for Artists is designed as a one-week journey that includes:

✅ Video teaching to guide you step by step
✅ 5 daily activities including Bible study, journaling, and an art project response
✅ Spirit-led transformation that builds each week—helping you lay a solid foundation for thriving as the artist God created you to be

Each lesson in this discipleship training program leads you deeper into clarity, confidence, and creative renewal, so you can finally break free from fear, self-doubt, and creative stagnation.

🔥  9 Lessons to Help You Step Into Your Calling with Confidence 🔥 ​

  • Lesson 1: A New Way of Living
    🔹 Discover God’s design for your life as an artist and begin replacing limiting beliefs with Kingdom principles.
  • Lesson 2: Finding Success in Your Season
    🔹 Learn to embrace your current season of life, steward what’s in your hands, and trust God’s perfect timing for your growth.
  • Lesson 3: Identifying & Overcoming Roadblocks
    🔹 Expose the fears, lies, and internal struggles holding you back—and replace them with truth and freedom.
  • Lesson 4: Be Transformed
    🔹 Develop a Kingdom mindset rooted in God’s Word, using our proven 5R Method for Renewing Your Mind™.
  • Lesson 5: Using Affirmations to Renew Your Mind
    🔹 Use our SPEAK Method™ to create powerful, biblically grounded affirmations that align your thoughts with God’s promises.
  • Lesson 6: Uncovering Your Uniqueness
    🔹 Celebrate your God-given creative identity, discover your unique artistic voice, and walk confidently in your calling.
  • Lesson 7: Breaking the Starving Artist Curse
    🔹 Shift from lack to abundance by aligning your mindset with God’s provision and Kingdom-based financial principles.
  • Lesson 8: Cultivating an Atmosphere of Breakthrough
    🔹 Learn how to create an environment where spiritual, creative, and financial breakthroughs become your new normal using the CORE4 Focus Strategy™.
  • Lesson 9: Your Transformation Story & Next Steps
    🔹 Reflect on your personal transformation, and map out your next steps—whether that’s growing creatively, spiritually, or starting an art business that impacts lives for Christ.

“I realized I don’t have to strive to fulfill an artistic calling or any calling when I am joined to Jesus. He has everything I need.” – Foundations participant


You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck

The Foundations Course is designed for Christian artists who sense that something needs to shift in how they’re creating—but don’t want hype, pressure, or another program that leaves them more overwhelmed than before.

“I’m 74, and I thought I was ‘too late’ to take my art seriously. This course gave me clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose!” – Roxanne S

The Foundations Course™ is a discipleship training program for artists of all mediums and experience levels who are ready to experience breakthrough—particularly in mindset, beliefs, and renewing your mind.

If you’re tired of the same struggles and longing for a new normal in God’s Kingdom, this is your next step.

You don’t have to resonate with every point below. If several of these feel familiar, Foundations will likely serve you well.

This Course Is for You If…

  • ✅ You’re an artist who feels unsure how to move forward in this season.
  • ✅ You sometimes compare yourself to other artists, leaving you feeling inadequate or discouraged.
  • ✅ You struggle with perfectionism and fear of rejection, which keeps you from sharing your art.
  • ✅ You feel paralyzed by self-doubt and thoughts like, “I’m not good enough” or “Who would even care about my art?”
  • ✅ You want to create art consistently but find yourself distracted, unmotivated, or lacking structure.
  • ✅ You’re overwhelmed by trying to balance your art, family responsibilities, and spiritual growth.
  • ✅ You feel uncertain or inconsistent in your pricing, marketing, or selling, making your art feel like a burden rather than a joy.
  • ✅ You feel disconnected from God’s purpose for your art and long to integrate your faith and creativity.
  • ✅ You’re tired of trying to figure this out on your own and need clear, biblically grounded guidance to move forward.
  • ✅ You know God has more for you, but you don’t know how to take the first step toward freedom and momentum.

If any of these resonate with you, the Foundations Course™ is exactly what you need. Foundations is especially helpful for artists who are ready to pause, reflect, and establish a healthier way of thinking and creating—rather than rushing into another strategy or solution.

“Before this course, I felt lost—unsure if my art even mattered. Now, I know it’s my divine assignment. I have clarity, confidence, and a deep sense of purpose in God’s plan for my creativity.” — Jeannette K.


If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this course really for me?” or “What if I’m not good enough?”—you’re not alone. Many artists come into this course with similar fears, doubts, and roadblocks. Some have struggled with confidence their whole lives. Others felt too old to start over, paralyzed by comparison, or stuck in creative limbo for years.

But here’s the truth: God’s not looking for your perfection, He’s looking for your “yes”!

The artists in this program were once where you are right now. But through this discipleship training program, they experienced real transformation—spiritually, creatively, and even professionally. Their stories speak for themselves:

  • This course was nothing short of a miracle. I was ‘busted and disgusted’ when I started, but now I feel free, equipped, and ready to step into what God has for me!” — Marilee W
  • “I had been stuck in comparison, feeling like my art didn’t matter. Now, I see that God’s purpose for my art is bigger than I ever imagined.” — Barbara D
  • “I’m 74, and I thought I was ‘too late’ to take my art seriously. This course gave me clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose!” — Roxanne S
  • I used to think my art wasn’t necessary—it was just ‘mediocre’ and a waste of time. Now, I know it has prophetic significance!” — Ene F
  • “I spent 30 years putting art on hold because of lies I believed. Now, I know they were never from God, and I’m stepping fully into my calling!” — Debbie M
  • I thought I was too busy, but I committed to just 30 minutes of creative joy a day. That small step changed everything!” — Yvonne P

If any of these struggles sound familiar, you’re exactly who this course was created for. Your past does not define you. Your struggles are not the end of your story. God has more for you.

And if He’s calling you to take this next step, He will equip you for it.

You’ve spent enough time spinning your wheels, wondering if your art matters, and hiding your creative voice. The Foundations Course™ is your invitation to finally step into the freedom, confidence, and calling God has for you.


If you’re ready to…

✅ Break free from fear, doubt, and creative roadblocks,
✅ Renew your mind and align with God’s truth,
✅ Step into the creative freedom and momentum you were made for…
👉 Then now is the time to take action.

Join the Foundations Course™ today and start your transformation. When you do, you’ll gain instant access to:

✨ The full Foundations Course™ – Your step-by-step roadmap
🎁 Over $2,000 in bonuses – Teaching, coaching, and resources
💬 A private artist community – Support & connection with fellow Christian artists

Stay as long as you like–learn, grow, and be encouraged in your faith and creativity.

🚀 Your breakthrough is waiting. Are you ready?

“This course was nothing short of a miracle. I was ‘busted and disgusted’ when I started, but now I feel free, equipped, and ready to step into what God has for me!” – Marilee W.

“Since starting this course, God has begun an overflow of blessings in my life in so many areas. I know this course and the vital mindset work have played a large role in my transformation!” — Anna M.


What’s the difference between the Foundations Course™, the Mentoring Program and the Mastery Program?

The Foundations Course™ is a discipleship-based experience focused on clarity, alignment, and establishing a strong inner foundation for your life as an artist. It’s designed to help you understand what’s been shaping your creative journey and to establish a healthier, more grounded way of thinking and creating. Foundations is intentionally a starting point—it helps you see clearly and move forward wisely.

The Created to Thrive® Artist Mentoring Program is an ongoing, monthly subscription program of mentoring for those who are ready to take their journey deeper in building an art business, either part time or full-time.  For all the details about the mentoring program, visit here.

The Mastery Program is a 1-year intensive personalized artist coaching program for artists who have growing art businesses and want to build on their successes in the context one-on-one and dedicated small group coaching with Matt & Tanya Tommey as well as a select group of fellow artist entrepreneurs. This program is limited to 30 participants each year and is by application only. 

How long will it take to complete to Foundations Course™?

The course includes 9 lessons designed to be completed in 9 weeks. While in the course, we recommend you allow 2-4 hours per week to work through the course and interact with other participants in the context of the private Facebook group. Many artists find that once they establish the rhythm, the time feels supportive rather than burdensome. You may stay in Foundations for as long as you like to continue connecting with others and learning from Matt’s encouraging teaching each month. 

What happens after I purchase the course? 

Immediately after you purchase the Foundations Course, you’ll receive a welcome email from support@www.matttommeymentoring.com, as well as, a couple of emails from our website giving you access to the course resources. Sometimes these go to SPAM, so make sure you look there and in your Promotions or Advertising area (Gmail, Yahoo) if you don’t see the emails in your main inbox.
Of course if for some reason you don’t see them, just email our team at  support@www.matttommeymentoring.com and we’ll get you taken care of ASAP.

I’m worried I might not have enough time to take this course…

That’s a common concern among artists, but not to worry! Even though the course is designed as a 9 week journey, you’ll have ongoing access to the course videos and downloadable resources. On average, we recommend students set aside 2-4 hours per week to work on the course work and art projects. Foundations is designed to work with real life—not require you to rearrange it.

I’m worried I can’t afford this course. Is it really worth the money?
I completely understand how you feel. Making an investment in yourself and your creative journey can feel daunting, especially when finances are tight. But let me encourage you with this: The Foundations Course is not just another course—it’s an intentional, guided journey designed to help you overcome the very struggles that have been holding you back, both creatively and spiritually.

Foundations isn’t about adding more content—it’s about addressing what’s quietly been costing you time, energy, and momentum for years.

Many artists find that this kind of clarity and alignment saves them far more than it costs, both creatively and personally.

If you’re feeling a nudge to join, I encourage you to prayerfully consider it. Trust that God will provide as you step out in faith to align with His purpose for your art and your life. You are worth investing in, and I’d be honored to walk with you on this journey.

I really want personal interaction, is that possible?
That’s the beauty of the Foundations Course! You’ll instantly become a part of a community of artists, just like yourself, that are serious about their art and their future as artists. In addition to having instant 24/7/365 access to the course videos and resources from my website, we’ll spend each week together inside of the private Facebook group just for Foundations Course students and plus you’ll have the opportunity to ask Matt any questions you have along the way. While Foundations is not one-on-one coaching, you’ll never feel like you’re doing this alone.

I’m not really that tech saavy, can I do this?
You’re not alone! That’s why we’ve designed the Foundations Course on a super-easy-to-use website. If you can log in to a website, follow the path we’ve laid out for you inside, and click on a video, you’re good!
And even if you get confused, we’re here to help! Just email us at support@www.matttommeymentoring.com  and we’ll get you all the help you need.

Can I get a refund after I purchase the course?
Because this is a discipleship-based experience that requires personal engagement, all sales are final. That said, we are fully committed to walking with you through the course, answering questions, and helping you finish what you start—at a pace that works for you.

Disclaimer: All testimonials on this page reflect real experiences from Foundations Course participants. While some responses have been shortened or lightly edited for readability, their stories remain true to the transformation they experienced. However, individual results vary, and we cannot guarantee specific outcomes, financial success, or artistic breakthroughs. Your journey is unique, and your results will depend on your personal effort, mindset shifts, and faith journey.