

Common Ground Rondebosch
Common Ground Church Rondebosch
Weekly messages from Common Ground Church Rondebosch.
Whatever your thoughts about God and church, you’re welcome here! We are passionate about God and our city which is why we meet all across Cape Town. We exist to spread the good news of Jesus wider into our city and deeper into our culture.
Whatever your thoughts about God and church, you’re welcome here! We are passionate about God and our city which is why we meet all across Cape Town. We exist to spread the good news of Jesus wider into our city and deeper into our culture.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 37min
John & Jesus - Stephen van Rhyn
A preacher opens a series on John and explores the prologue’s themes of Word, life, and light. The talk spotlights John the Baptist’s role in pointing to Jesus and the irony of a forerunner for the eternal. It examines the world’s failure to recognize the creator and proclaims the incarnation, cross-centered glory, and the promise of becoming God’s children.

Jan 19, 2026 • 39min
Intro to John - Iain Kruger
This sermon was preached by Iain Kruger at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 18th of January 2026.Series: The Book of JohnSermon Title: Intro to JohnScripture: John 1:1-5‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Jan 12, 2026 • 34min
The King of Glory - Oliver Linley
This sermon was preached by Oliver Linley at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 11th of January 2026.Series: PsalmsSermon Title: The King of GloryScripture: Psalm 24‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Jan 4, 2026 • 38min
From the Heavens to the Son - Joshua Clegg
This sermon was preached by Joshua Clegg at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 4th of January 2026.Series: PsalmsSermon Title: From the Heavens to the SonScripture: Psalms 8‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13

Dec 28, 2025 • 38min
David's Last Words - Oliver Linley
This sermon was preached by Oliver Linley at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 28th of December 2025.Series: DavidSermon Title: David's Last WordsScripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-7‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Dec 26, 2025 • 26min
Unlikely Hope - Stephen van Rhyn
A reflective Christmas message measuring joy, pain and what people treasure during the holidays. A candid account of personal loss and how grief shapes celebration. A look at the humble, scandalous beginnings of Jesus and the unsettling truth claims he makes. A call to view Jesus as an unlikely hope and light who rescues through sacrifice.

Dec 21, 2025 • 38min
From the Tree to the Throne - Stephen van Rhyn
A sermon unpacks Psalm 2’s portrait of kingship, rebellion, and divine sovereignty. It traces the psalm’s link to Christ as God’s appointed king and the promise of global rule. The talk contrasts human defiance with God’s triumphant posture and invites listeners to see where they stand — raging, rejoicing, or finding refuge.

Dec 14, 2025 • 42min
A Tree Planted by Water - Iain Kruger
This sermon was preached by Iain Kruger at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 12th of December 2025.Series: PsalmsSermon Title: A Tree Planted by WaterScripture: Psalms 1‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Dec 8, 2025 • 18min
Gratitude Sunday - 2025 - Ryan Ter Morshuizen
This sermon was preached by Ryan Ter Morshuizen at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 7th of December 2025.Sermon Title: Gratitude Sunday 2025Scripture: Pslams 100‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)

Dec 1, 2025 • 40min
Giving - Iain Kruger
This sermon was preached by Iain Kruger at Common Ground Church Rondebosch on the 30th of November 2025.Series: PhilippiansSermon Title: GivingScripture: Philippians 4:14-23‘Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching.’ (1 Timothy 4:13)


