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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

The Priority of Marriage

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D Roberts reflects on Mark 10:9, writing that marriage is a sacred relationship meant to be nurtured, protected, and cherished.

Mark 10:9

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Love, Marriage, Relationship

Can You Give Joy to God?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 4:30 and considers how our words, deeds, thoughts, and choices can give joy and delight to God.

Ephesians 4:30

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Joy, Relationship, God, Words

Getting the Backstory

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts writes about the importance of listening to people’s stories in order to understand how God’s grace is operating in their lives. He points to Joseph’s story from Genesis 50:20 and Exodus 1:5.

Genesis 50:20; Exodus 1:5

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Grace, Listening, Redemption, Relationship

Unity in Knowledge

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts' reflection on Ephesians 4:13 focuses on what it means to know Jesus. It is to know he is the Son of God, but also to know him personally and relationally.

Ephesians 4:13

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Knowledge Of Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ's Humanity And Divinity, Relationship, Unity

Knowing God Actively

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts uses the praise of King Josiah for giving justice to the poor in Jeremiah 22:16 to reflect on how one’s knowledge of Jesus should be evident in their actions.

Jeremiah 22:16

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Knowledge, Relationship, Fruit, Josiah

My King and My God!

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts uses Psalm 5:2 to emphasize not only the greatness of God but also the personal relationship one can have with God.

Psalm 5:2

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Attributes Of God, King, Relationship

Not a Ghost Story

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts observes that Jesus' demonstration to his disciples that he was not a ghost, but a risen body (Luke 24:36-43), affirms the value of the material world and that "this life matters."

Luke 24:36-43

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Body, Ghost, Incarnation, Relationship

The Tension of Faithful Prayer

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts looks on seemingly contradictory verses in Psalm 22:2,24 to reflect on the complex emotions that can inhabit an intimate relationship with God.

Psalm 22:2, 24

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Emotion, Relationship

It Is Not Good

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Genesis 2:18. Though we find true fulfillment in our relationship with God, we were created to share life with others.

Genesis 2:18

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Relationship, Creation, Community, Life

The God Who Initiates

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts looks at God revealing himself to Abraham in Genesis 17:1 and reflects on how God desires and initiates a relationship with people.

Genesis 17:1

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Relationship, Abraham (biblical Patriarch), God's Love, Human Race

Cry Out to God Morning, Noon, and Night

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Prayer is not just a way to communicate our needs to God. It is an invitation to relationship. Mark D. Roberts reflects on Psalms 55:17-19.

Psalm 55:17-19

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Prayer, Relationship, God's Presence

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Am I Really Supposed to Hate My Family?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

... attachment can obstruct Christian discipleship, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Luke 14:26 discusses how parents can ...

Luke 14:26

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Hatred, Family, Relationship, Discipleship

Is God Close to Your Kidneys?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

The Hebrew word translated "hearts" in Jeremiah 12:2 literally refers to kidneys. In this reflection, Mark D. Roberts challenges us: Are we keeping God close to our kidneys? The deepest parts of our inner being?

Jeremiah 12:1-2

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Heart, God's Presence, Relationship

All These Words

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Describing Jewish and Christian variations on how to interpret the "Ten Commandments" or "Ten Words," this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Exodus 20:1 discusses how God spoke to the Israelites in an intimate, relational way.

Exodus 20:1

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Ten Commandments, Jew, Relationship, Covenant

When God Hid His Face

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Explaining that God hides God's face to break communion with God's people, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Ezekiel 39:29 describes how God has established a consistent relationship with us through Christ despite our sin.

Ezekiel 39:29

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Communion With God, Relationship, Sin, God's Provision

The Ultimate Lifeline

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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A devotional reflection by Mark D. Roberts on Ephesians 4:18. Roberts recalls the "lifelines" available to contestants in "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and describes our relationship with Christ as a "lifeline" to eternal life.

Ephesians 4:18

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Eternal Life, Community, Relationship, Life

Calling God Abba, Father

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Reflecting on his distant relationship with his father, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Romans 8:15 discusses how his comprehension of God as Father became increasingly personal and intimate as his relationship with God grew.

Romans 8:15

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Father, God, Abba, Relationship

Being with Jesus

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Mark Roberts' reflection on Mark 3:14 reminds us that discipleship, at its core, is simply "being with Jesus." Questions for further reflection and a prayer are included.

Mark 3:14

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Spiritual Growth, Discipleship, Dwell, God's Presence

Running from Godzilla

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark Roberts reflects on Ephesians 5:11-14, observing that scripture does not call us to run away from the world, but to be in loving relationship with those around us so that we point to God's redemption.

Ephesians 5:11-14

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Witness, Relationship, Discipleship