Common Ground Church Sea Point

Steph continues our God & Sex series by exploring how our sexuality shapes us. Are we being formed into the image of Christ—or something else—by the choices we make? From cultural extremes of repression and indulgence, Jesus offers a better way: the redirection of desire and deep satisfaction in Him. Key scriptures include 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 and Psalm 32:5.

This week, we began a new series titled God & Sex . In an age of sexual confusion, this series seeks to anchor us in Scripture – no confusion! In the last 70 years, the world—particularly the West—has undergone rapid change in how it understands and practices sexuality. Marriage has been redefined. Technology, pornography, delayed marriage, and shifting norms around gender and identity have tr...

In our final week of the 1 John series, Stephan Pienaar unpacks 1 John 5:13–21 - a call to confident faith in confusing times. John reminds us that we have eternal life, access to God in prayer, victory over sin, and a true Saviour in Jesus. This is more than doctrine - it’s assurance that anchors us. In a world of distortion and idols, we stand firm as God’s beloved children, secure in Christ.

In this week’s message, Greg Groenmeyer takes us deep into 1 John 5:6–13, calling us to find assurance in the real Jesus - the one who came by water, blood, and is testified to by the Spirit. We explore what it means to believe in the Son of God and how this belief leads to eternal life, not just in the future but right now.

Jessica Carolissen continues our series in 1 John with a message from 1 John 5:1–5. Faith, love, and obedience aren’t in competition—they’re all part of what it means to be born of God. In this talk, we explore how true faith not only empowers us to love and obey, but also gives us the victory to overcome the world in a way that redefines what “overcoming” really means.

Sheldon Moultrie continues our 1 John series, exploring 1 John 4:7–21 and the powerful truth that God is love . Drawing from his own experience with Jesus, John calls love the defining mark of genuine faith. When we love one another, we make the invisible God visible—his love made complete in us.

In a world full of competing voices, how can we tell what’s true? This message reminds us that we are not alone—God has given us his Spirit, and he who is in us is greater than he who is in the world .

Paul Maughan continues our 1 John series by unpacking 1 John 3:19–24. In this message, we explore how our hearts, though often weighed down by guilt or doubt, can find assurance in the truth of God’s love. Through believing in Jesus and walking in love, we move from condemnation to confidence—living in the freedom of abiding in Him.

This week, Lee-Ann continues our series in 1 John, unpacking 1 John 3:11–18. We're reminded that love is not just a feeling or a word, but a call to action. Jesus shows us what real love looks like—laying down our lives for others.

Parenting today can feel like a minefield of pressure, guilt, and comparison. But what if God has already given you everything you need? Jessie and Jade dive into what it means to parent with purpose and peace in a culture of performance. From car park moments to kitchen-table chaos, this episode is full of real talk, Gospel hope, and encouragement for every parent feeling overwhelmed or under-qua...

Jessie chats with Jade Poole about what really counts in Next Gen ministry. Spoiler: it’s not hype, numbers, or slick programmes - it’s faithfulness to Jesus and His Word. Whether you lead two kids or twenty, this episode will remind you that your quiet, consistent presence matters. Be encouraged: God uses ordinary faithfulness to do extraordinary things. For every Next Gen leader who’s ever felt...

Visiting pastor Samuel Boateng brought a message from Ghana centred on Jesus’ call to abide . The aspirations of young professionals in Cape Town are impressive. But this message called us to slow down and ask: What is the most important thing in life? Jesus’ answer: Abide in me.

Greg Heasley unpacks the vital process of sanctification through Colossians 3:1–10, reminding us that the Christian life starts with what God has done—not what we must do. Rooted in the power of Jesus’ name, this message calls us to live from acceptance, not for it, and to pursue holiness as a response to the gospel, empowered by the Spirit.

Cam Venter unpacks 1 John 2:28 – 3:10, exploring the powerful hope we have as children of God. Even in the face of the world, the flesh, and the devil, we’re called to live in righteousness, grow into our true identity in Christ, and walk empowered by the Spirit, with Jesus as our eternal hope and victory.

Paul Maughan unpacks 1 John 2v18–27, where John warns about those who have walked away from the faith and denied Jesus as the Christ. But there’s deep encouragement here too: we have the anointing of the Holy Spirit, who teaches us and helps us abide in the truth. In a world of deception, we can stand firm, walk by the Spirit, and celebrate the promise of eternal life.

Paul Maughan unpacks 1 John 2:12–17, where John first offers deep assurance to believers, reminding them of their forgiveness, strength, and knowledge of God. He then contrasts lasting love for God with the fleeting allure of the world, calling us to anchor our lives in what truly endures.

In Week 4 of our 1 John Series, Steph Pienaar unpacks how true obedience flows from knowing Jesus, becoming like Him, and living out His love in every area of life. He considers that obedience is the result of our intimacy and relationship with God - it's the pathway to a deeper experience of God's love and formation. Steph looks at the invitation to obedience and our obstacles to it. Step...

Paul Maughan unpacks the power of the resurrection and what it means to live as people of hope and victory in Christ.

Andrew Conradie and Greg Nichollas from Sea Point Congregational Church reflect on the meaning of the cross and the hope we have through Jesus’ sacrifice.

In the final week of our Digital Life series, Paul Maughan unpacks how we can approach technology in a way that honours God. Anchored in 1 Corinthians 10:31, this practical message explores how to structure our digital habits to serve—not distract—from a life of worship.

In week 2 of our Digital Life series, Paul Maughan explores the call to Abide in Jesus amid a world shaped by anxiety and apathy. Anchored in Romans 12:2, we consider how transformation begins with the renewal of our minds—and how Jesus shows us a better way to live.

In the first week of our Digital Life series, Paul Maughan unpacks the battle for our attention in an age dominated by screens. Are we truly in control, or are we being shaped by what we consume? Rooted in Psalm 119:37, we’ll explore how our digital habits conform us—and what it could look like to fix our eyes on things that bring life. Plus, we introduce a community Digital Fast for April, challe...

In his final sermon at Common Ground Sea Point, Kyle Peters shares his heartfelt reflections before stepping out to plant Common Ground Woodstock. Drawing from Acts 20 and John 6, he encourages the church to remain anchored in God’s grace and the life-giving words of Jesus.

How do we live as God's people in a world that often feels at odds with our faith? In this week's message, Rigby Wallace challenges us to embrace our distinct calling as followers of Christ. Listen in to be encouraged and equipped to stay faithful, even when it means standing out.

In Week 3 of our 1 John series, Kyle Peters unpacks 1 John 2, reminding us that we are called to walk in the light. While we strive to persevere and turn from sin, we’re not left to despair when we fall—Jesus is our advocate. The love of God flows in our lives, calling us forward. Listen in and be encouraged!