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Mental Focus

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 Of Jesus Christ, Christian Year

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/saul, Prison

Putting Off Deceitful Desires

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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

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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Lord's Supper, Hope, Banquet, Covenant

Sin Matters

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Mark 9:42-48 and our challenge as followers of Jesus to take sin very seriously, turning from it and even hating it, but always in response to God's love and grace.

Mark 9:43

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Sin, Grace, Mercy

Mary, Did You Know?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on John 1:14, discussing how the popular song, “Mary Did You Know?” conveys some of the deepest mysteries of the Incarnation.

John 1:14

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Christmas, Incarnation, Mary (mother Of Jesus Christ)

Order and Meaning in Life

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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, Christian Year, Rhythm, Congregation

What, How, and Why of Anger

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 4:26-27, discussing the destructive power of sinful words spoken in anger.

Ephesians 4:26-27

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Anger, Sin, Words, Pain

Sermon Illustrations on the Image of God

Robert Farrar Capon | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon 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, Identity, Human Race

Hark, the Herald Angels Sing

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Song or Hymn, Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts recounts how the opening line of the carol "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing" was changed, and also how the KJV wording of Luke 2:14 was modified as better manuscripts became available.

Luke 2:14

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Angel, Glory, Heaven

Search Results for "Mark D Roberts" on Hymnary.org

Flow Gently, Sweet AftonPD
Let Folly Praise That Fancy LovesPD
Anthem©
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Balancing "God's Work" with Family Commitments

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts uses 1 Corinthians 7:32-34 to discuss balancing one’s time between work responsibilities and family responsibilities and notes that both qualify as doing God’s work.

1 Corinthians 7:32-34

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Work, Ministry, Family, Singleness

Darkness and Light (Part 1)

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 5:8, surveying the theme of darkness and light throughout the Old Testament.

Ephesians 5:8

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Hope, Light, Darkness, Old Testament

Sermon Illustrations on Accountability

Brené Brown | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon 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

Peace or Division?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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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Conflict, Peace (with Others)

Preaching Through Prayer

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 1:19-23 and discusses how Paul uses his intercessory prayer to preach about God’s power.

Ephesians 1:19-23

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Preaching, Prayer, Power, God's Power

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, Kingdom Of God, Politics, Satan

Imitating Our Heavenly Father

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 5:1-2, writing that as we receive God’s love, we are more motivated and empowered to imitate our Heavenly Father.

Ephesians 5:1-2

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Love, Spiritual Growth, God's Love, Goodness

The Ministry of John the Baptist

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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