What if faith isn’t about getting it right—but about staying curious?

In this message, we explore Paul’s surprising approach to spirituality at Mars Hill in Acts 17. Instead of debate, domination, or precision, Paul begins with common ground—quoting poets, honoring spiritual curiosity, and trusting that God meets people even in their confusion.

This teaching invites us to re-imagine spirituality as something creative, relational, and generous—where intent matters more than precision, and grace is wider than our certainty. Drawing on scripture, history, and everyday stories, we’re reminded that God is often found not through control, but through humility, curiosity, and shared humanity.

If you’ve ever felt spiritually unsure, stuck, or tired of performative faith, this is an invitation to a more spacious way forward.

At the start of a new year, we’re launching a new series on creativity—not as something reserved for artists or content creators, but as a core part of being human.

In this message, we explore how **technology shapes our creativity**, our relationships, and even our spirituality. From smartphones in our pockets to bricks in the story of the Tower of Babel, the question isn’t whether technology is good or bad—but whether we are using it creatively, or allowing it to use us.

We look at:

* Why creativity belongs to everyone, not just the “creative class”
* What ancient stories like **Genesis 11 (Babel)** can teach us about modern technology
* How efficiency, uniformity, and power can slowly erode human flourishing
* The impact of screens and digital life on attention, relationships, and formation
* Three practices for reclaiming creativity: **being curious, critical, and close**

If you’ve ever wondered how to live faithfully, thoughtfully, and creatively in a tech-saturated world—this conversation is for you.

📍 Part of the series: *How to Be More Creative*
📖 Scripture focus: Genesis 11, Psalm 20, Romans 1
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Simeon waited his whole life for one moment—to hold the Messiah. When it finally happens, he doesn’t cling to hope. He releases it.

In this Advent reflection on Luke 2, we explore Simeon’s song (Nunc Dimittis) and what it teaches us about peace, waiting, generosity, and faith in an unfinished world. Christmas isn’t about getting everything we want—it’s about becoming the kind of people who pass hope forward.

If you’ve ever wondered whether believing still matters when the world hasn’t changed yet, this story is for you.

📖 Luke 2:22–35
🕯️ Advent at Commons Church
🎄 Christmas, Peace, Hope