Resources on Mark D Roberts

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Mark D. Roberts offers sermon notes for Philippians 4:8-9. The passage invites us to reflect on what is good in our work, even the "secular goodness", and ultimately the truth that God is at work.

Philippians 4:8-9

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Work, Gratitude, Goodness, Relationship

Positive Gratitude

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Mark D. Roberts' sermon on Philippians 1:3-6,12-14 encourages an "attitude of gratitude," which is the key to maintaining a positive outlook even in the face of challenges and disappointments.

Philippians 1:3-6, 12-14

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Gratitude, Joy, Worry

Celebrating Easter for Fifty Days

Mark D Roberts | The Christian Reflection Project

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this article, Mark D. Roberts argues for celebrating Easter for fifty days in the church as instructed by the liturgical year because the implications of Easter deserve additional attention.

Ephesians 1:19-21, 2:4-7

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Easter, Worship, Resurrection, Christian Calendar

Joy in Difficult Circumstances

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Article about Scripture

Reflecting on Philippians 1:3-5, Mark D. Roberts notes that Paul's "grateful remembrance" of the Philippians' collaboration with his ministry gave him a joyful perspective despite his being in prison.

Philippians 1:3-5

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Gratitude, Joy, Paul, Prison

Putting Off Deceitful Desires

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Illustrating Ephesians 4:22 through personal example, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts discusses how he was freed from his prideful desire to gain glory and recognition to passionately help people "experience God's grace more deeply."

Ephesians 4:22

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Pride, Desire, Bondage, Freedom

A Taste of the Future

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts uses Matthew 26:29 to reflect on the Lord’s Supper and the hope of one day living in God’s fullness.

Matthew 26:29

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Eucharist, Hope, Banquet, Covenant

A Surprising Implication

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Prayer, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts says that the prayer "Our Lord, come!" in Aramaic (1 Corinthians 16:22) is evidence that early Jewish followers of Jesus, despite their monotheistic heritage, prayed to him as "Lord."

1 Corinthians 16:22

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Coming Of Christ, Jewish, Language, Aramaic, Lord

Did Jesus Come to Bring Peace or Division?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Luke 12:51 and the paradoxical reality that Jesus and his gospel brings both peace and conflict.

Luke 12:51

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Peace, Jesus, Gospel, Conflict

Building Altars

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts looks at how Abraham worshiped God and set up an altar in the land as described in Genesis 12:8 and reflects on how one can put reminders of God’s presence around one’s workplace.

Genesis 12:8

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Altar, Abraham, (biblical Patriarch), God's Presence

Was Jesus a Revolutionary?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Closing Prayer

Mark D. Roberts writes about the political nature of Jesus’s message from Luke 22:52. Jesus was a revolutionary in the sense that he overthrew the kingdom of Satan and inaugurated God’s kingdom.

Luke 22:52

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Hope, King, Kingdom Of God, Politics

Sermon Illustrations on the Image of God

Robert Farrar Capon | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This collection of sermon illustrations on the image of God features work from various authors and includes a story from Mark D. Roberts about looking like his uncle and N.T. Wright's thoughts on God's image.

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Image Of God, Sermon, Illustration, Identity

Good News!

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Prayer, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Isaiah's prophecy (Isaiah 52:7) of the good news of peace and salvation through the reign of God, and the updated version proclaimed by Jesus (Mark 1:15).

Isaiah 52:7; Mark 1:15

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Reign Of God, Kingdom Of God, Peace, Repentance

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The Spiritual Unity of the Church

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts uses 1 Corinthians 12:13 to reflect on the unity of believers that is made possible by the work of the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 12:13

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Holy Spirit, Unity, Gifts Of The Spirit

Order and Meaning in Life

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Leviticus 23:1-2, encouraging us to consider how our experience of time can be enriched by the liturgical year—intentional, regular, biblically focused celebrations of God's grace—much like it did for the Israelites.

Leviticus 23:1-2

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Festivals, Religious, Christian Calendar, Rhythm, Congregational Flourishing

The Joy of God’s Presence

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on the joy of God’s presence from Psalm 21:6 and 1 Corinthians 13:12. God wants us to know him in an intimate way. This resource includes discussion questions and a prayer.

Psalm 21:6

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Face, Fellowship, God's Presence, Joy

Sermon Illustrations on Accountability

Brené Brown | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

A collection sermon illustrations on accountability with entries from Brené Brown, Vaclev Havel, and Mark D. Roberts. Accountability is difficult and sometimes painful, but is better than the alternatives.

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Shame, Goodness, Creation, Management

Be Filled with the Spirit

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Prayer, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts reflects on the contrast in Ephesians 5:18 between being filled with the Holy Spirit and drunkenness, which pagan religions commonly associated with mystical experience and spiritual ecstasy.

Ephesians 5:18

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Drunkenness, Holy Spirit, Mysticism, Paganism

Say So!

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on the exhortation from Psalm 107:2 to speak out about God’s redeeming work.

Psalm 107:2

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Testimony, Witness, Redemption, God's Love

The Promise of Healing

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Isaiah 35:5-6 and God's promise of healing, which isn't just a sign of compassion, but a sign of the Kingdom of God that is dawning already, its fullness yet to come.

Isaiah 35:5-6

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Advent, Healing, Compassion, Kingdom Of God

The Ministry of John the Baptist

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions, Prayer

Mark D. Roberts reflects on John the Baptist's call in Matthew 3:2, and reminds us what true repentance looks like and why it is so important.

Matthew 3:2

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Advent, John The Baptist, Repentance, God's Sovereignty