Common Ground Rondebosch

This sermon was preached by Oliver Linley at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 26th October 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Justification by FaithScripture: Philippians 3:1-11‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Stephen van Rhyn dives into the joy of worship, emphasizing its power to transform hearts and unite believers. He tackles the issue of Judaizers, revealing their tactics to impose old laws onto new Christians. With a spirited defense, he explains why adding Torah nullifies the essence of the gospel. Using a sailboat versus rowboat metaphor, he illustrates living by the Spirit versus self-driven religion. Finally, he invites listeners to put their confidence in Christ alone and rest in His finished work.

This sermon was preached by Bruce Volmick at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 12th October 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Godly LeadershipScripture: Philippians 2:19-30‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Stephen van Rhyn delves into David's flight from Absalom, exploring the wilderness backdrop of Psalm 63. He contrasts typical responses to hardship with David's focus on seeking God instead of mere rescue. The sermon emphasizes the richness of experiencing God's love as more fulfilling than life itself. Illustrating the difference between knowing and experiencing a father's love, Stephen shares practical ways, like breath prayers, to deepen one's connection with God. He concludes with a reminder of true identity and trust in divine justice.

Please Note: This sermon includes discussions of sensitive subjects, such as abuse and sexual assault, and may not be suitable for everyone. This sermon was preached by Mike Hampton at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 28th September 2025.Series: DavidSermon Title: A Broken Legacy (1)Scripture: 2 Samuel 13‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

This sermon was preached by Iain Kruger at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 21st September 2025.Series: DavidSermon Title: David And Nathan & David's Great RepentanceScripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-25‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Dive into the gripping tale of David and Bathsheba, a story rife with desire and betrayal. Discover how unchecked ambition leads to drastic decisions, including deceit and murder. The podcast emphasizes the necessity of accountability, integrity, and the importance of spiritual leadership. Reflect on David's moral decline as a warning about the perils of unrepentant sin. Ultimately, it highlights the crucial role of divine intervention and grace in steering us away from wrongdoing.

This sermon was preached by Rigby Wallace at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 7th September 2025.Sermon Title: Being a Gospel Strange PeopleScripture: 1 Peter 4‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

This sermon was preached by Paul Maughan at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 31st of August 2025.Series: God & Work Sermon Title: How We WorkScripture: Colossians 3:17 & 23-25‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Hosted by Ryan Ter Morshuizen, Prof. Kelly Chibale discusses with Dr. Michael Mol how their faith inspires and impacts their places of work .‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)