Common Ground Rondebosch

This sermon was preached by Jotham Mwale at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 13th of July, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Christ's Example of HumilityScripture: Philippians 2:5-11‘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 Oliver Linley at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 6th of July, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Humility & UnityScripture: Philippians 2:1-5 & 4:1-2‘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 Garth Olivier at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 29th of June, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: A Life WorthyScripture: Philippians 1:27-30‘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 22nd of June, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: With Christ It Will Work OutScripture: Philippians 1:18b-26‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Dive into themes of envy and rivalry within the Christian community, as Paul shares his insights from prison. Discover how faith can coexist with suffering, reminding us of God's presence even in tough times. The spirited rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool fans serves as a metaphor for competition and identity. Explore the disconnect between Christ's teachings and believers' behaviors, emphasizing the need for humility. Finally, unravel the profound relationship between love and commitment, using Jesus as the ultimate example.

This conversation is a going deeper resource to our Gospel Life series. Ryan, Polly Murphy and Cath Janse van Rensburg go deeper into biblical justice and some practicalities. Polly is the CEO of our partner NGO - Common Good that aims to contribute to South Africa’s development by empowering local grassroots organisations to  invest in individuals from childhood through to employment. Cath was part of leading the Bridges Retreat Center in Franschoek. As part of its mandate, Bridges provides enriching and educational camp experiences for children from under-resourced communities, where they develop values and life skills that will positively impact the trajectory of their lives.Here is a link to Iain's message on biblical justice: Justice - Iain Kruger

This sermon was preached by Ryan Ter Morshuizen at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 8th of June, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Fresh SurrenderScripture: Philippians 1:12-14‘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 Mosala Baletseng at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 1st of June, 2025.Sermon Title: Paul's Prayer ContinuedScripture: Philippians 1:9-11‘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 Olufemi Osunnuyi at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 25th of May, 2025.Sermon Title: ParadiseScripture: Luke 23:42-43‘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 Kyle Peters at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 18th of May, 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: Paul's Opening PrayerScripture: Philippians 1:3-8‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)