Sermons from Commons Church. Intellectually honest. Spiritually passionate. Jesus at the centre. Since 2014.
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Weekly messages from Common Ground Church Sea Point. We are one church, many congregations. Whatever your thoughts about God and church, you’re welcome here! We are passionate about God and our city which is why we meet all across Cape Town. We exist to spread the good news of Jesus wider into our city and deeper into our culture.
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Common Ground is a church plant within the Heart of Jackson. Common Ground's mission is to be a missional community of disciple makers. You are invited to join us in this mission as we continue to abide in Christ and Make Disciples. Because it is at the foot of the Cross that we find Common Ground.
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Jonah Week 2: The Discipline of God - Steph Pienaar
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On week two of our Jonah series, Steph Pienaar looks at Jonah's rebellion, the reality of God's discipline, and the various responses we see in those verses.
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The Rise of Samuel - Bobbi Salkeld
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This message explores the powerful story of Hannah in 1 Samuel, highlighting her faithfulness, self-awareness, and trust in God amidst adversity. Hannah's story teaches us that we can hold onto our faith even as we navigate difficult circumstances and confront distorted religious narratives. The message emphasizes the importance of knowing ourselve…
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The Downfall of Samson - Bobbi Salkeld
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The story of Samson, as told in the Book of Judges, sheds light on the complexities of human nature and our relationship with God. We see in Samson a man driven by impulses and desires, reflecting the struggles we all face in our own lives. Yet, even in his flaws, God's spirit moves through him, showing us that God can work with what is true and ge…
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Jonah Week 1: Fleeing from God - Kyle Peters
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his week, Kyle Peters explores Jonah's initial disobedience when God calls him to Nineveh, and uncovers why we often run from God's call.
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This sermon explores the stories of two unique judges, Shamgar and Deborah, in the Book of Judges. It highlights how their stories expand the narrative of salvation and leadership, challenging the Israelites' preconceived notions. The sermon suggests that even in the midst of the conquest of Canaan, there are hints that salvation and leadership can…
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Acts Week 12: Being Involved in Gospel Ministry - Kyle Peters
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This week Kyle Peters closes week 12 of Acts focusing on Acts 5v12-42 highlighting the unstoppable plan of God to see his Gospel go forth. Next week we will take a break from Acts as we start a new journey through the book of Jonah.
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Acts Week 11 : Faking Church - Cam Venter
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This week, Cam Venter looks closely into Acts Acts 5:1-11 breaking down the danger of deception, the wrath (furious love) of God and finally the great grace of God.
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Reckoning with Biblical Violence - Jeremy Duncan
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Listen in as we grapple with the challenging depictions of divine violence in the Hebrew scriptures, contrasted with Jesus' message of grace and love. We delve into how these ancient texts can be reinterpreted through the compassionate lens of Jesus' life, steering clear of projecting our biases onto the divine. With insights from Robert Allen Warr…
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In our conversation, we explore the deep connection between joy and suffering, pondering biblical narratives set in valleys symbolizing the depths of despair and the peaks of hope. Hear about the transformation from pastoral work to personal wellness, and the embracing of healthier habits that bridge the physical with the spiritual. As we share the…
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Acts Week 10: Authentic Church - Steph Pienaar
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This week, Steph Pienaar leads us through Chapter 4v23-37 highlighting various things that we could learn from the early church.
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In our conversation, we explore the deep connection between joy and suffering, pondering biblical narratives set in valleys symbolizing the depths of despair and the peaks of hope. Hear about the transformation from pastoral work to personal wellness, and the embracing of healthier habits that bridge the physical with the spiritual. As we share the…
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Acts Week 9: The power of presence under pressure - Paul Maughan
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On week 7 of our Acts series, Paul Maughan speaks around chapter 4v1-22 with a focus on verse 13 “And they recognised that they had been with Jesus.".
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In our conversation, we explore the deep connection between joy and suffering, pondering biblical narratives set in valleys symbolizing the depths of despair and the peaks of hope. Hear about the transformation from pastoral work to personal wellness, and the embracing of healthier habits that bridge the physical with the spiritual. As we share the…
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Acts Week 8: The Ultimate Prophet - Kyle Peters
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On week 8 of our Acts series, Kyle Peters finishes up chapter three focusing on Jesus, the ultimate prophet and the promises and blessings he has made for us.
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Acts Week 7: Signals of Transcendence - Kyle Peters
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As we jump back into our journey through the book of Acts, Kyle Peters takes us through Acts chapter 3 centering around the name and person of Jesus.
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Hell, Armageddon, and Joy - Jeremy Duncan
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Through the shadows of the Babylonian exile toward discovering unexpected moments of joy with the enigmatic prophet Ezekiel. We peel back the layers of history to understand how these dark times were pivotal for Jewish literature and self-reflection, fostering a rich soil from which the Hebrew scriptures grew. Listen in as we unravel Ezekiel's apoc…
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The Psalms: Psalm 63 - Stephen van Rhyn
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This week Steve van Rhyn from Common Ground Rondebosch walks us through Psalm 63.
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The Joy in simplicity - Jeremy Duncan
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Join us as we embark on a five-week journey, unwrapping the layers of joy within the fabric of biblical history and our everyday lives. Listen in as we explore the difference between joy, pleasure, happiness, and fun, dissecting the nuanced ways we can train ourselves to spot and sustain a sense of joy that persists even beyond the highs of celebra…
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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I AM Week 6: I am the Resurrection and the Life - Paul Maughan
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In the final week of our "I am..." series, Paul Maughan concludes with a focus on Jesus' statement "I am the resurrection and the life." while taking a deeper look at John 11v17-27.
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I AM Week 5: I am the Good Shepherd - Paul Maughan
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In week five of our "I am..." series, Paul Maughan walks us through John 10 where Jesus uses a simple picture to help us understand who he is. He says he’s like a shepherd, and we are like his sheep.
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All the Times We Miss the Point - Jeremy Duncan
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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I AM Week 4: The True Vine - Steph Pienaar
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In week four of our "I am" series, Steph Pienaar takes us through John 15:1-11 where we take a deeper look at Jesus being the true vine.
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Get Behind Me Satan - Jeremy Duncan
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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Who Do You Say I Am?- Jeremy Duncan
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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I AM Week 2: I Am the Light of the World - Kyle Peters
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This week, Kyle Peters focuses on "I am the light of the world" while taking a closer look at John 8v12-14 and 19.
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I AM Week 1: I am the Bread of Life - Lee Maughan
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This week Lee-Ann Maughan kicks off our new series, "I am" with a focus on “I am the bread of life” while unpacking John 6:48-51.
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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Acts Week 6: The Inner Workings of the Early Church - Paul Maughan
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This week Paul Maughan focuses on Act 2v42-47 with a particular emphasis on “awe came upon every soul” and a community following Jesus in action.
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The Point of Walking on Water - Jeremy Duncan
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Our journey through the Gospel of Mark continues as we unpack the profound narratives of Jesus feeding thousands and walking on water. These stories are not merely historical accounts but invitations to societal transformation and expanded generosity. We delve into the socio-economic messages within these miracles, pondering the notion of abundance…
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Acts Week 5: How to Become a Christian - Paul Maughan
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This week Paul Maugahn walks us through Acts 2v22-41 where Peter is declaring the good news that Jesus is the King of the Kingdom.
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Contagious Generosity and the Five Loaves - Jeremy Duncan
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Mk 6 Any text is produced in a particular time, place, and context. In the case of the Bible, that context is always very different from ours as readers. “White North American Christians, especially those of us from the privileged strata of society, must come to terms with the fact that our reading site for the Gospel of Mark is empire, locus imper…
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Acts Week 4: Spiritual Power in the Last Days - Kyle Peters
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On week four of our Acts series, Kyle Peters takes a closer look at Acts chapter 2v1-21.
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Resurrection and the Body - Bobbi Salkeld
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Confidence to be ourselves. Together. We forget how diverse the first Christian communities were. Maybe it’s because we’re from a long line of “if you don’t agree, go somewhere else.” Or we’re used to finding people like us at church, not people different from us. Or we think similarity is what the healthy body of Christ looks like. The groups of p…
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All about The Tongues - Bobbi Salkeld
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Confidence to be ourselves. Together. We forget how diverse the first Christian communities were. Maybe it’s because we’re from a long line of “if you don’t agree, go somewhere else.” Or we’re used to finding people like us at church, not people different from us. Or we think similarity is what the healthy body of Christ looks like. The groups of p…
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Acts Week 3: Navigating Life - Kyle Peters
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This week, Kyle Peters continues our Acts series with a focus on Acts 1v12-26 relating it to how we navigate life.
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Confidence to be ourselves. Together. We forget how diverse the first Christian communities were. Maybe it’s because we’re from a long line of “if you don’t agree, go somewhere else.” Or we’re used to finding people like us at church, not people different from us. Or we think similarity is what the healthy body of Christ looks like. The groups of p…
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Acts Week 2: The King and the Kingdom - Paul Maughan
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In week 2 of our Acts series, Paul Maughan looks at Acts 1v6-11, Part 2 of The King and The Kingdom, with a focus on the nature of The Kingdom.
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Acts Week 1: The King and the Kingdom - Paul Maughan
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This week Paul Maughan kicks off the Acts series, introducing the book, and how it captures the beginning of Jesus' heavenly ministry, through the church, on earth.
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Unity AND Difference - Jeremy Duncan
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Confidence to be ourselves. Together. We forget how diverse the first Christian communities were. Maybe it’s because we’re from a long line of “if you don’t agree, go somewhere else.” Or we’re used to finding people like us at church, not people different from us. Or we think similarity is what the healthy body of Christ looks like. The groups of p…
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The Psalms: Psalm 131 - Contentment - Lee-Ann Maughan
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“It is a blessed mark of growth out of spiritual infancy when we can forgo the joys which once appeared to be essential and can find our solace in him who denies them to us.” This week, Lee-Ann Maughan walks us through Psalm 131 with a focus on how we relate to God, how we want to “be God” or on the other extreme of how we “use God”.…
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Picking Up New Habits - Scott Wall
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PART TWO: Opinions have a way, over time, of being fossilized, and that's a real danger as we enter into a new year, imagining all of the possibilities for change and growth. When your opinions get stuck, they become narratives, no longer just statements about how we view the world, but now stories that tell us how we must view the world. And this …
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Opening up the new year, Cam Venter took a look at Psalm 23 as a “vision of life with God” with an emphasis on His sufficiency, His closeness and His provision in our lives.
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The Practice of Letting Go - Jeremy Duncan
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PART ONE: Letting Go Opinions have a way, over time, of being fossilized, and that's a real danger as we enter into a new year, imagining all of the possibilities for change and growth. When your opinions get stuck, they become narratives, no longer just statements about how we view the world, but now stories that tell us how we must view the world…
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At its heart, this season holds the mystery of how God became human. And if it’s true, the story of Christmas celebrates the full extent of divine fragility. If it’s true, it asserts a bold claim: that God stands in solidarity with our shared experience. This is a solidarity for life’s deepest valleys and soaring heights. For its lush and flourishi…
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Advent 2023 Week 3: Good News, Great Joy, All People - Paul Maughan
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To end off our 2023 year and our Advent series, Paul Maughan focuses on Luke 2 and the birth of Jesus.
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Ephesians Week 23: This Means War - The Armour of God and the Legacy of Tychicus (Ephesians 6v14-24) - Kyle Peters
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To conclude our 23-week study of Ephesians, Kyle Peters walks us through the spiritual armour of God and lands with an epilogue about a seemingly random disciple.
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Ephesians Week 22: This Means War - The Fight (Ephesians 6v10-13) - Paul Maughan
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We enter the final part of our exploration in the book of Ephesians and today Paul Maughan talks to us about the very real notion of spiritual warfare that Christ's followers are to participate in.
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Ephesians Week 21: Into Healthy Relationships - Work (Ephesians 6v5-9) - Drew Murphy
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To close out this penultimate miniseries in the book of Ephesians, Drew Murphy walks us through Paul's instructions to workers and bosses to see what work relationships under God’s rule should look like.
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Ephesians Week 20: Into Health Relationships - Parenting (Ephesians 6v1-4) - Paul Maughan
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We head into the final chapter of Ephesians as Paul Maughan takes a look at the instructions to children and parents.
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