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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

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

Is Faith-Work Integration Trendy, or is it Essential?

Mark D Roberts | Fuller Studio

Article about Scripture, Article about Theology

In this article addressing the integration of faith and work, Mark Roberts, provides an overview of the conversation and scriptural support regarding faith, work, and economics.

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Work, Faithfulness, Creation, Theology

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

Can Architects Serve God in Their Work?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Asserting that the Creator cares about design in creation, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Ezekiel 40:3-4 suggests that architects can serve God through their work by caring for "people, beauty, stewardship, and justice."

Ezekiel 40:3-4

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Architecture, Beauty, Work, Calling/vocation

God and Neighbor at Work

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts emphasizes the value of having fellow Christians who share one's commitment to loving God and neighbor (Luke 10:27) in contexts that are typically considered "secular."

Luke 10:27

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Love For God, Love For Others, Secularism, Work

Perspectives on Worshipful Work

Lucy Atim | Fuller Studio

Article about Church Life and Leadership

A collection of resources from Fuller Theological Seminary, including audio recordings and article excerpts, focused on exploring work as a means to worship. The modern workplace offers unique challenges, but also unique opportunities to glorify God.

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Work, Business, Worship, Creation

Doing, Thinking, and Being, Part 3

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 4:17, asking readers to consider what workplace practices might be inconsistent with being a follower of Jesus and especially highlighting the pernicious practice of gossip.

Ephesians 4:17

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Ethics, Gossip, Work

God Has No Favorites

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts notes Paul's emphasis on "the utterly egalitarian nature of the Gospel" (Colossians 3:10-11), while admitting the tension due to the recognition of slavery later in the chapter.

Colossians 3:10-11

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Diversity, Equality, Love, Slavery

A Psalm for Leaders

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts finds in Psalm 45:4 a challenge for leaders, a call to defend truth, humility, and justice.

Psalm 45:4

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Work, Leadership

Sermon Illustrations on Creation

Geoff Anandappa | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Sermon illustrations on creation, with topics ranging from creation's goodness, stewardship of the creation, God's glory, joy, and humor.

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Creation, Goodness, Work, Stewardship

Sermon Illustrations on Achievement

Teresa Amabile | The Pastor's Workshop

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This collection of sermon illustrations from a variety of authors about achievements and success features quotes from Thomas Merton, Eugene Peterson, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Henri Nouwen.

Genesis 1, 3; Matthew 6:3; Philippians 3

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Work, Goodness, Good Works

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

Flow Gently, Sweet AftonPD
Let Folly Praise That Fancy LovesPD
Anthem©
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Give Your Bodies to God

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts looks at Romans 12:1 to reflect on living a life for God in one’s daily activities as a way to give one’s body to him.

Romans 12:1

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Sacrifice, Body, Daily Living, Work

The Struggle of Work

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts looks at the curse on the ground from Genesis 3:17, reflects on the difficulty of making a living, and encourages us to remember God’s grace in our work.

Genesis 3:17

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Grace, Curse, Fall, Work

Called to Discern and to Teach

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Reflecting on Leviticus 10:10-11, Mark D. Roberts emphasizes the seriousness of a Christian's responsibility in the workplace to discern right from wrong and teach it, regardless of the field to which one is called.

Leviticus 10:10-11

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Work, Leadership, Teaching, Discernment

Ministry Outside the Church Walls

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

A devotional reflection by Mark D. Roberts on Ephesians 4:11-12. Roberts discusses the calling of all Christians to be ministers, which involves not only service in church but whatever work or service we do outside church.

Ephesians 4:11-12

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Ministry, Body And Blood Of Christ, Service, Work

“My Holy Nation”

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Noting how the Israelites' holiness involved being "set apart," this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Exodus 19:16 discusses how Christians should be distinguished from the world through reflecting Christ in their activity at work.

Exodus 19:16

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Work, Holiness, Saint, Christianity

Living in God’s Presence

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

A devotional reflection by Mark D. Roberts on Psalm 116:8-9. Roberts explores how Christians, like the psalmist, should constantly live with a sense of God's presence, even beyond church worship in everyday life.

Psalm 116:8-9

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Worship, God's Presence, Work

The Deeper Purpose of the Sabbath

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Reflecting on controversy over Jesus' healing on the Sabbath (Luke 13:10-17), Mark D. Roberts says that "the deeper purpose of the Sabbath was healing and wholeness."

Luke 13:10-17

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Healing, Sabbath, Satan, Shalom

Are You Faithful in the Little Things?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Describing the frustration that ordinary Christians can feel when they compare themselves to ministry heroes, this devotional by Mark D. Roberts on Luke 19:17 discusses how God expects us to be faithful in our small actions.

Luke 19:17

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Work, Ministry, Servant, Faithfulness