Welcome to the Common Ground Sea Point Podcast. Common Ground Sea Point is a church community committed to making authentic followers of Jesus who be with Him, become like Him, and do what He would do. Guided by the foundational pillars of Presence, Formation, and Mission, our biblical preaching seeks to deepen our love for God, shape us in Christlikeness, and equip us to live out the Gospel in our city. For more information, visit: https://www.cgseapoint.co.za/
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What does it look like for a community to steward its history while making space for a redemptive future? In this special "Vision Sunday" sermon, Paul outlines the clear, four-pillared vision of CG Sea Point: to make authentic followers of Jesus who love God and love people through Presence, Formation, Mission, and Community. Rooted in the promise of John 1:16 - that from His fullness we have all…
What happens when a long-held secret is brought into the light for the sake of reconciliation rather than judgment? In this week's study of the life of Joseph, Paul explores the emotional revelation in Genesis 45 and 50, where Joseph finally discloses his identity to his brothers. Joseph reframes their past betrayal through the lens of divine providence, declaring that while they meant evil…
What happens when we are finally confronted with the consequences of our past? In this week’s study of the life of Joseph, Sheldon explores Genesis 42, where a severe famine drives Joseph’s brothers to Egypt - unknowingly leading them straight to the brother they once betrayed. As Joseph's brothers bow before him, we witness the fulfilment of ancient promises and dreams starting to unfold in…
What does it look like to be entrusted with immense responsibility after years of hiddenness and hardship? In this week’s exploration of the life of Joseph, Paul examines Genesis 41:37-57 to highlight how God elevates the faithful to positions of influence for the sake of others. Following his interpretation of Pharaoh’s dreams, Joseph is set over all the land of Egypt, clothed in fine linen and…
How do we respond when God’s timing doesn’t align with our expectations? In this week's installment on the life of Joseph, Cam explores Genesis 41:1-36 to reveal how even overwhelming and unfair seasons of suffering are meaningful "treasures in the pit" that can drive us deeper into the love of God. After two years of waiting, Joseph is called from confinement to interpret Pharaoh’s dreams with a…
What do you do when your hope feels like it's on hold? In Week 3 of our series on the life of Joseph, Steph walks us through Genesis 40 to unpack what it looks like to navigate seasons where our expectations feel paused. Looking at Joseph's time in prison, we learn how to serve others despite our circumstances, trust what we know about God, and actively participate in His sovereign providence.…
Have you ever wondered why God sometimes seems to delay His promises? How do you maintain your integrity and trust in God's presence when your circumstances go from bad to worse? In this episode, Greg dives into Genesis 39 to explore the theme of Faithfulness Before Fulfilment. Walking through Joseph’s journey from Potiphar’s house to a prison cell, we discover that God's providence is often…
Ever feel like your family dynamic is a bit of a mess? You are in good company. In this opening episode of our new series, Joseph , Lee-Ann dives into the chaotic, highly flawed family history of one of the Bible's most famous figures. From glaring parental favouritism and a flashy robe of many colours to sibling jealousy that spirals into pure hatred, Joseph’s story starts in a place of deep…
In this episode, we bring you the wrap-up of our "When You Pray" series as Paul dives deep into the transformative shift where we move from adoration into the postures of Ask and Yield. Walking through the last half of the Lord’s Prayer, this final message unpacks what it truly means to depend on God for our daily bread, navigate the messy but freeing reality of forgiveness, and lean into His…
In our latest episode, we dive into the powerful, life-giving practice of Rejoicing as we walk through the opening movements of the Lord’s Prayer: “Hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done.” Drawing on both timeless scripture and fascinating neuroscience, which reveals that our brain’s "joy centre" never loses its capacity to grow, this message reminds us that we were…
In a world consumed by anxious toil and a relentless culture of hurry, our latest podcast episode invites you to hit pause and realign your heart with what matters most. Grounded in the timeless wisdom of the Lord’s Prayer and Psalm 127, Paul challenges us to transition from competing with God to truly worshipping Him, revealing that the ultimate destination of our spiritual journey is not just a…
