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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Are you tired of feeling disconnected from church? Looking for real, raw conversations about faith that speak to the struggles of everyday life? The Common Man Church is here to meet you where you are. Join us as we break down the Word of God in simple, relatable ways—no fancy talk, no frills, just the power of Jesus for people like you. Whether you're struggling with faith, searching for hope, or just curious about how God fits into your daily grind, this podcast is for you. From powerful s ...
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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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This week we explore the felt experience of faith and what it means to hold on to faith even when emotions fluctuate. We discuss how faith can be both a deep, personal relationship with God and a set of religious practices that sustain us through life’s ups and downs. From a conversation with my son about bacon to the story of the “beloved disciple…
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This week, Paul Maughan continues our God and Work series answering the questions "How do I create and cultivate culture?" "How do I treat people?" while focusing on 1 Corinthians 10v31.
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Episode 1: The Power in the Garden – The Choice, The Surrender, and The Victory What if the most life-changing moments in human history all happened in a garden? 🌿 In this debut episode of The Common Man Church podcast, we dive deep into three pivotal gardens from the Bible that hold the keys to understanding God’s plan for your life: The Garden of…
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This week, guest preacher, Rigby Wallace, speaks to us about a house founded on God’s scandalous grace, God’s lavish generosity and God’s wise sovereignty.
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As pastors and friends, this is a question that emerges in conversation pretty regularly. We all have doubts about what we believe, questions about whether our beliefs are well-founded, and we struggle sometimes to find the rhythms and habits that support the faith we want to foster. At Commons, we think wrestling with these questions is an essenti…
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This week, we explore how faith can evolve through critical ideas, personal growth, and changing life experiences. Centered on the journey of faith, this series tackles topics like theology, doubt, and resilience. Through the story of Nicodemus, we learn about deconstructing and rebuilding faith, embracing uncertainty, and trusting in a love beyond…
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In week 5 of our God & Work series, Cam Venter focuses on the Sabbath commandment in Exodus 20:8-11.
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This week, Paul Maughan focuses on "Why we build" as servant leaders who are prepared to sacrifice in our love for others. We learn from the life of Esther in particular, as she risked her life for the good of others and was put in a place of leadership "for such a time as this."
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This week, Paul Maughan continues through our series, God & work, answering the question, "What to build?" while focusing on Jeremiah 29v4-9.
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There is no doubt that every single one of us cares about the planet. Driving west through valleys made low by the Rocky Mountains is just one way to feel small in the best possible way. But how do we hold that care, and that smallness, alongside the convictions of our faith? Is it love God, love people, love the planet? If Jesus didn’t say that, c…
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There is no doubt that every single one of us cares about the planet. Driving west through valleys made low by the Rocky Mountains is just one way to feel small in the best possible way. But how do we hold that care, and that smallness, alongside the convictions of our faith? Is it love God, love people, love the planet? If Jesus didn’t say that, c…
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In week two of our God and Work Series, Paul Maughan addresses the problem, that we don’t think work has anything to do with eternity. He unpacks the eternal importance of work and how our work for the Lord will not be in vain.
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This week, Paul Maughan launches our new series, God and Work, focusing on a passage from Genesis 1. He looks at what it means to be image bearers who have received the First Commission to create and cultivate culture (rather than condemn, critique, copy or consume culture).
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There is no doubt that every single one of us cares about the planet. Driving west through valleys made low by the Rocky Mountains is just one way to feel small in the best possible way. But how do we hold that care, and that smallness, alongside the convictions of our faith? Is it love God, love people, love the planet? If Jesus didn’t say that, c…
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There is no doubt that every single one of us cares about the planet. Driving west through valleys made low by the Rocky Mountains is just one way to feel small in the best possible way. But how do we hold that care, and that smallness, alongside the convictions of our faith? Is it love God, love people, love the planet? If Jesus didn’t say that, c…
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This week, for our final Sunday in the book of Acts for the year, Kyle Peters walks us through Acts 6v54-60 looking at Stephen's situation mirroring Jesus' trial, death, and words.
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Whether you’re a homebody or not, home matters. Of course there are the equity pieces of housing first and affordability. These are big concerns in the life of the city. It’s good to want for others what we want for ourselves: safety, security, and a place to receive our Amazon packages. But there’s also a quieter hope for what home can mean. As is…
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This week, Kyle Peters ends Stephen's defence under the big banner of "surrender", of tapping out and submitting to God in Acts 7v37-53.
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Whether you’re a homebody or not, home matters. Of course there are the equity pieces of housing first and affordability. These are big concerns in the life of the city. It’s good to want for others what we want for ourselves: safety, security, and a place to receive our Amazon packages. But there’s also a quieter hope for what home can mean. As is…
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This week, Steph Pienaar continues the journey through Acts 7:17-36, the Jesus story, the gospel according to Stephen part 2.
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Whether you’re a homebody or not, home matters. Of course there are the equity pieces of housing first and affordability. These are big concerns in the life of the city. It’s good to want for others what we want for ourselves: safety, security, and a place to receive our Amazon packages. But there’s also a quieter hope for what home can mean. As is…
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This week we continue from last week and look closer into Acts 7v1-16 with Kyle Peters.
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Whether you’re a homebody or not, home matters. Of course there are the equity pieces of housing first and affordability. These are big concerns in the life of the city. It’s good to want for others what we want for ourselves: safety, security, and a place to receive our Amazon packages. But there’s also a quieter hope for what home can mean. As is…
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Join Kyle Peters this week as he walks us through Acts 6v8-15 where we start to follow Stephen as he is doing signs and wonders while meeting opposition to his faith and witness.
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This week Kyle Peters takes us through Acts 6v1-7 where the church is growing and experiencing growing pains as the cultural diversity brings unintended offences, but the other problem is that if it's solved in the wrong way the church will lose the gospel. The solution.... get people to play their parts.…
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This week, we explore key moments in the life of Saul, the first king of Israel, through the lens of 1 Samuel 13. We'll uncover the complexities of biblical translation, the importance of understanding the true purpose behind scripture, and the dangers of intertwining religion with politics. Through stories of assassination, propaganda, and manipul…
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On the final week of our Jonah series, Sheldon Moultrie closes off on Jonah chapter 4, focusing on how God taught Jonah about compassion and invited him to change.
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On week 5 of our Jonah series, Cam Venter walks us through Jonah 3:1-10, where Jonah finally goes to Nineveh and how the love and mercy of God always wins.
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In this exploration of 1 Samuel 9-12, we delve into the intriguing story of Saul's ascension to kingship and Samuel's complex reaction. We're reminded of our human tendency to judge by appearances, as Saul is initially described as tall and handsome. Yet, the narrative subtly warns us against such superficial assessments. As we witness Samuel's rel…
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This week Greg explores the themes of Grace throughout the story of Jonah. Grace is not only the action of undeserved favour towards us but also an empowering strength.
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We explore the themes of leadership, authority, and the pursuit of God's will. The story of Samuel and the Israelites' demand for a king serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us that true authority lies not in titles or positions, but in the influence earned through demonstrating care and trustworthiness. We are challenged to reflect on our own ch…
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On week three of our Jonah series, Jessica unpacks how Jesus is the greater Jonah, who by being a perfect loving substitute, takes on the wrath of God on our behalf.
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We're exploring the complex relationship between God and the Israelites during the time of the judges. The story of Samuel's unexpected rise to priesthood despite not being a Levite highlights God's willingness to bend the rules when necessary to move the story forward. We see that God is open to dialogue and consistently imagines a reality unbound…
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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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