Curious Christian

I would love to see more churches become communities that actively commission their members to go out into the world — to engage with wisdom and faith in business, government, education, the arts, and every other sphere of life.

There’s a legitimate role for Christian spaces — churches, schools, communities — but we must be careful not to treat them as ends in themselves. Christian spaces are not the be-all and end-all of Christian living. They’re meant to be temporary shelters, not permanent sanctuaries — places of renewal and formation before being sent back into the world.

Jesus often withdrew with his disciples, but only ever briefly. Those moments of rest were always followed by re-engagement — back into the crowds, the conflict, the work. Churches should mirror that rhythm: withdrawal for renewal, then sending for mission.

We also need to be mindful of people’s time and vocation. Many believers already carry heavy professional, family, and social responsibilities. Church life should equip and support them, not overload them. We need practical theology that speaks to real-world challenges: How do I navigate ethical tensions in my workplace? How do I reflect Christ in a boardroom, a classroom, a film studio, or a construction site?

And we need to recover the practice of commissioning — not just for professional pastors or overseas missionaries, but for every disciple being sent into the world. Whether you’re teaching in a public school, managing a small business, caring for children, or working in tech, your vocation matters. The Church should name that, bless that, and walk with you in it.