Common Ground Church Sea Point

How can we navigate a world where mental illness and mass anxiety are on a steep global rise? In this instalment of our series, Paul explores Jesus’s command to live a life free from the weight of tomorrow’s troubles.
Grounded in Matthew 6:25-34, this message identifies the three fundamental lies regarding God’s goodness, our identity, and our purpose that often sit at the root of our anxiety.
By replacing these lies with truth, praying with gratitude, and receiving God's grace daily, we can move from apprehension toward a peace that surpasses understanding. Let us choose confidence and trust in God's wise control over our lives.
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What does the way you spend your time and money reveal about the true priorities of your heart? In this instalment of our series, Neelke explores Jesus's teachings on treasure and the spiritual necessity of aligning our lives with eternal values rather than earthly possessions.
Grounded in Matthew 6:19-24, this message examines the "law of treasure," illustrating that where we invest our resources is where our hearts will inevitably follow.
By choosing to "hoard heavenly stuff" through acts of kindness and forgiveness, we shift from a life dictated by anxiety to one mastered by the abundance found in Jesus.
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How do our internal longings and appetites shape the way we follow Jesus? In this instalment Paul explores the spiritual disciplines of fasting and feasting as essential tools for curating the heart.
Rooted in the teachings of Matthew 6:16-18, this message examines how Jesus assumes His followers will fast, not as a performance for others to see, but as a secret act of devotion to the Father.
Drawing from biblical history - from Adam and Eve's failure to fast in the garden to Jesus’ own forty-day fast in the wilderness - Paul illustrates that we do not live on bread alone, but on every word from the mouth of God. Ultimately, we are invited to move beyond the "appetite machine" of our own wants and find our true fulfilment at the table of the Lord.
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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 received "grace upon grace" - this message explores how our identity as apprentices of Jesus shapes everything from our collective worship to our physical space.
As we look toward the future, we are invited to "Re-lease the Blessing" through a significant campus renewal project. By transforming our facilities we are creating a home that better serves our mission. We are invited to partner in this vision through prayer, pledging, and trusting in the faithful provision of an eternally full God who shares Himself so that His goodness might be enjoyed by all!
If you would like more information about the project and how to get involved, head over to https://www.cgseapoint.co.za/the-vision

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 against him, God meant it for good to preserve many lives.

Ultimately, this passage reveals the heart of a God who comforts and provides for us despite our failings. Just as Joseph used his authority to forgive those who sold him, we are reminded that Jesus is the true and better Joseph who uses His power to save and sustain those who betrayed Him. We are invited to release our fear and distress, trusting in the faithful provision and grace of the One who turns brokenness into a story of ultimate good.

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