The Commons Church - East Lansing
The Commons Church
The Commons Church is a church in East Lansing, MI next to the campus of Michigan State University that launched in September 2019. We are part of The Salt Network, a family of churches whose aim is to start churches in every major university context in North America. This podcast is where we post our Sunday morning sermons.
Episodes
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Dec 24, 2025 • 18min
John 1:1 - 5 | The Wonder of Christmas
Austin brings a Christmas Eve message from John 1
Dec 21, 2025 • 32min
1 Timothy 6:11 - 21 | Paul's Final Charge
Dan Carty concludes our series in 1 Timothy
Dec 14, 2025 • 29min
2 Corinthians 5:16-21 | The Gifts from Christ
Nathan Luther concludes our 3 part series in 2 Corinthians 5
Dec 14, 2025 • 24min
2 Corinthians 5:11-15 | The Foundation of the Church
Alex Neville continues our 3 part series in 2 Corinthians 5
Dec 14, 2025 • 27min
2 Corinthians 5:1-10 | Aim for the Eternal
Caleb Lampi kicks off our 3 part series in 2 Corinthians 5
Dec 7, 2025 • 36min
1 Timothy 6:17 - 19 | Pastoring the Rich
Austin Wadlow continues our series in 1 Timothy
Nov 30, 2025 • 35min
1 Timothy 6:3-10 | Godliness with Contentment is Great Gain
The discussion kicks off with reflections on Thanksgiving and how discontentment can be a heart issue. Ben contrasts contentment in Christ with unhealthy cravings, illustrating with relatable examples. He warns against the love of money, linking it to spiritual division and temptation. The analysis of characters like Gollum and Judas emphasizes how what we treasure can lead to ruin. Lastly, practical advice on fostering true contentment through Christ encourages listeners to prioritize spiritual over material wealth.
Nov 23, 2025 • 31min
1 Peter 5:8 | Sober-Minded
Austin Wadlow wraps up a riveting discussion on sober-mindedness, highlighting four key traits: seeing straight, standing firm, speaking clearly, and staying awake. He shares a personal story of choosing sobriety in college and delves into the dangers of spiritual intoxication from worldly influences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of engaging with Scripture as a guiding light and maintaining clarity in communication. Vigilance against cultural pressures and understanding the true enemy are essential themes, wrapping up with a call to embrace the gospel.
Nov 16, 2025 • 25min
James 1:3 - 4 | Steadfast
In this thought-provoking discussion, the speaker dives into the idea of counting trials as joy, sharing personal struggles with minor challenges. He contrasts the therapeutic culture's pursuit of comfort with a biblical understanding of pain as a deeper issue. Trials, he argues, are gifts that cultivate steadfastness and mature faith. Using vivid imagery of gold refining, he explains how endurance through suffering builds character and hope, urging listeners to embrace challenges rather than shy away from them.
Nov 9, 2025 • 38min
1 Timothy 5:17 - 6:2 | Honoring Leadership
Explore the argument that elders deserve double honor, both reverent and financial, as grounded in Scripture. Delve into Paul’s teachings justifying financial support for pastors and the importance of protecting leaders from baseless accusations. Discuss the significance of addressing pastoral abuse while navigating cancel culture. Discover practical advice on confronting sin in leadership and the call for patience in appointing elders. Ultimately, the message encourages treating one another as brothers in Christ and supporting the church through service and giving.
