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Sermons from Commons Church. Intellectually honest. Spiritually passionate. Jesus at the centre. Since 2014.

  1. The Unjust Judge, Palm Sunday, and the Peace We Miss - Jeremy Duncan

    2D AGO

    The Unjust Judge, Palm Sunday, and the Peace We Miss - Jeremy Duncan

    Palm Sunday is full of celebration—but also confusion. In this message, we hold together two powerful moments:• The parable of the unjust judge (Luke 18)• Jesus’ quiet, subversive entry into Jerusalem Together, they reveal something surprising about God:Grace doesn’t always look like justice.And peace doesn’t always come the way we expect. As we step into Holy Week, this teaching invites us to reconsider what we’re hoping for—and whether we’re ready for the kind of kingdom Jesus actually brings. 🙏 A reflection on prayer, persistence, and faith🌿 A different way to understand Palm Sunday🕊️ A call to recognize the peace we often miss ★ Support this podcast ★

    27 min
  2. The Mustard Seed Isn’t What You Think - Jeremy Duncan

    MAR 23

    The Mustard Seed Isn’t What You Think - Jeremy Duncan

    We’ve all heard that the kingdom of God is like a mustard seed—small beginnings, big results. But what if that’s not actually the point? In this message, we explore one of Jesus’ most familiar parables and uncover the twist we often miss. The kingdom of God doesn’t just grow—it shows up in unexpected places, disrupts our assumptions, and welcomes the people we might overlook. Through the story of a healing on the Sabbath and a strange little seed planted in the wrong place, we’re invited to rethink what grace really looks like. What if the kingdom isn’t about power or perfection… but presence, disruption, and radical inclusion? 📍Commons Church 📅 Part of our Parables of Grace series #ParablesOfJesus #MustardSeed #Grace #Sermon #KingdomOfGod ★ Support this podcast ★

    29 min
  3. Shameless Audacity - Jeremy Duncan

    MAR 16

    Shameless Audacity - Jeremy Duncan

    What if prayer isn’t about convincing God to listen? In Luke 11, Jesus tells a strange story about a neighbour who refuses to help in the middle of the night. At first glance, it sounds like a lesson about persistence—keep knocking until God finally answers. But a closer look reveals something deeper. In this message from our Parables of Grace series, we explore the story often called The Unhelpful Friend and discover that Jesus isn’t teaching us to badger God into responding. Instead, he invites us into a posture of shameless audacity—standing before God without fear, calculation, or shame. Prayer isn’t a transaction.It’s an act of trust. Join us as we explore:• Why Jesus answers questions with stories• Our human desire for predictable formulas in faith• The difference between persistence and audacity in prayer• What it means to approach God without shame Scripture: Luke 11:1–8 If you’d like to learn more about Commons Church, visit:https://commons.church #prayer  #Luke11 #ParablesOfGrace #JesusTeaching #Faith ★ Support this podcast ★

    29 min
  4. The Prison of Unforgiveness - Scott Wall

    MAR 9

    The Prison of Unforgiveness - Scott Wall

    Unpack the profound challenge of limitless forgiveness in Jesus's Parable of the Unmerciful Servant (Matthew 18:21-35). When Peter asks how many times he must forgive his brother, Jesus sets the bar: not seven times, but seventy-seven times—a hyperbolic instruction for no cap on forgiveness. This parable, the capstone of a teaching series on community dynamics, focuses on the vast contrast between the king’s audacious cancellation of an unpayable debt (a "gajillion dollars") and the first servant's brutal insistence on collecting a small one (two to three months wages). This teaching exposes how difficult it is to resist exacting every claim we are owed. While the parable’s severe ending can be jarring, we look at the limits of the metaphor: Jesus is not formulating a theology of eternal retribution, but painting a picture of the self-chosen prison of unforgiveness. Unforgiveness can become the "debt that keeps us locked up". Ultimately, the story reveals a king moved by splagxnizomai—a deep, guttural, overwhelming compassion. It reminds us that God, who acts an awful lot like Jesus, uses grace instead of punishment to change our hearts. This is the third message in our "Parables of Grace" series. Catch up on the previous messages on the Good Samaritan and the Lost Sheep! ★ Support this podcast ★

    33 min
  5. Lost Sheep & Unreasonable Grace - Jeremy Duncan

    MAR 2

    Lost Sheep & Unreasonable Grace - Jeremy Duncan

    What did Jesus really mean when He said the shepherd leaves the 99 to find the one? In this message from Luke 15:1–7, we explore the Parable of the Lost Sheep — one of the most well-known teachings of Jesus — and uncover the scandal, absurdity, and beauty of grace. This isn’t just a comforting story about being rescued. It’s a disruptive story about a God whose love defies social norms, economic logic, and religious expectations. In this sermon, we explore: Why the religious leaders were uncomfortable with JesusThe social pressure of belonging and “normal” faithThe economics of grace (why leaving the 99 makes no sense)Whether we are the lost sheep… the 99… or invited to become like the shepherdWhat radical grace means in a polarized worldJesus doesn’t offer a technical theological argument here.He offers a story that forces us to ask: 👉 What is God actually like?👉 Who gets left outside?👉 And what if grace is far more unreasonable than we’re comfortable with? Whether you’ve felt lost, left out, written off — or whether you’ve struggled with who belongs — this parable speaks directly to us. Scripture: Luke 15:1–7Series: Parables of Grace — If this message resonates with you, consider subscribing for more teachings exploring the radical grace and upside-down kingdom of Jesus. #LostSheep #Luke15 #ParablesOfJesus #Grace #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #ChurchOnline #Jesus #Faith #RadicalGrace ★ Support this podcast ★

    28 min
  6. The Good Samaritan (But Not the Way You Think) - Jeremy Duncan

    FEB 23

    The Good Samaritan (But Not the Way You Think) - Jeremy Duncan

    In this first message of our Parables of Grace series, we revisit one of the most familiar stories Jesus ever told—the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37). But what if we’ve been asking the wrong question? When a lawyer asks Jesus, “Who is my neighbor?” he’s really asking where the line is—who qualifies for his time, compassion, and responsibility. Jesus responds with a story that doesn’t just redefine “neighbor.” It reframes the entire conversation. This sermon explores: What Jesus meant by “eternal life” (and why it’s not just about life after death) How status, identity, and tribal thinking shrink our world Why the priest and Levite aren’t villains—but mirrors How grace begins when we expand our definition of who belongs The Good Samaritan isn’t just about helping someone in a ditch. It’s about waking up to the kind of life that “outruns death”—the life of the age to come—starting right now. If you’ve ever wondered where you draw the line around compassion… this story invites you to move it. — 📖 Scripture: Luke 10:25–37⛪ Commons Church | Calgary🔔 Subscribe for more teaching from our Parables of Grace series ★ Support this podcast ★

    31 min
  7. The Armour of God Is Not What You Think - Jeremy Duncan

    FEB 16

    The Armour of God Is Not What You Think - Jeremy Duncan

    What if the “battle” you’re facing isn’t against the people you think it is? In this final message of our If/Then series through Ephesians, we unpack Paul’s famous “armour of God” passage — and discover it’s far less about spiritual aggression and far more about communal resilience, subversive grace, and the way of peace. If Christ reigns… then how should we live? Together we explore: Why unity is central to the Christian life How Jesus redefines victory and power What Paul really means by “our struggle is not against flesh and blood” Why the armour of God is about peace, not culture wars How community protects us from both chaos and deception This isn’t a call to weaponize your faith.It’s an invitation to reimagine strength, rethink your enemies, and rediscover the kind of victory that looks like love. Because if Jesus wins through self-giving grace…then everything changes. — 📖 Text: Ephesians 4–6⛪ Commons Church | Calgary🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about faith, culture, and the way of Jesus ★ Support this podcast ★

    33 min
  8. Learning Christ in a Distracted World - Scott Wall

    FEB 9

    Learning Christ in a Distracted World - Scott Wall

    What does it actually look like to follow Jesus in everyday life? In this message from our If/Then series through Ephesians, we turn to the second half of Paul’s letter—where belief turns into practice. Using the image of a “masterclass,” we explore how Paul invites followers of Jesus to learn Christ: to put off old patterns shaped by power, status, and exploitation, and to put on a new way of being marked by humility, gentleness, patience, and love. This teaching wrestles honestly with cultural pressure, sexual ethics, speech, and formation—while holding out a hopeful vision of transformation. Paul’s call is not about moralism, but about waking up to the light of Christ and learning to live as people who reflect that light in the world. 📖 Scripture: Ephesians 4–5✨ Themes: formation, humility, community, sexuality, waking up, spiritual growth ★ Support this podcast ★

    31 min
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