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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

Say So!

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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

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

Why We Need Ephesians so Desperately

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts discusses the importance of the book of Ephesians by using verses 1:8b-10 to highlight its emphasis on a “concentrated vision of the church” and unity that is central to its message.

Ephesians 1:8-10

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Ephesians (book), Paul/saul, Church, Unity

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

Joseph of Arimathea

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts reflects on Mark 15:43 and how Joseph of Arimathea shows us the error of seeing Jews as being against Jesus, and challenges us with his willingness to risk his life and reputation.

Mark 15:43

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Joseph Of Arimathea, Jew, Antisemitism, Sacrifice

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 Mercies of God

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts, in his reflection on Romans 12:1, emphasizes that the Christian life is not about passive obedience but actively responding in faith to the mercy of God.

Romans 12:1

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Christianity, Obedience, Mercy, Faith

Amazing Unbelief

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts thinks about Mark 6:5 and reflects on the truth that God chooses to act in a way that respects our trust in him, and challenges us to reflect on our own unbelief.

Mark 6:5

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Unbelief, God, Trust

Don’t Be Foolish!

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts reflects on the empowering exhortation of Ephesians 5:17: "Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is."

Ephesians 5:17

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Fool, Wisdom, Folly, God's Will

The Spiritual Unity of the Church

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

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, Spiritual Gifts

Is It Always Wrong to Hate?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts reflects on the challenges presented by Psalm 97:10, which commands the hatred of evil. However, we must restrain our natural instinct to move from hating evil to hating the people who do it.

Psalm 97:10

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Evil, Hatred, Enemy

The Promise of Healing

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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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

Generous Forgiveness

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts says that Jesus' call to forgive 77 times (Matthew 18:21) did not mean to count, but to "forgive, and keep on forgiving, and don't stop."

Matthew 18:21

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Cross, Forgiveness, Generosity, Hatred

The Good News of Jesus

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts looks at Jesus’ message about the coming of the kingdom of heaven in Matthew 4:17 and explains that the kingdom was about God reigning on earth.

Matthew 4:17

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Kingdom Of God, Repentance

Sin Matters

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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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

Forgive Someone Who Wronged You (Part 1)

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

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Mark D. Roberts reflects on Ephesians 4:32, discussing forgiveness as an expression of kindness and compassion.

Ephesians 4:32

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Forgiveness, Compassion, Kindness, Love

God Forsaking God?

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Song or Hymn, Discussion Questions, Article about Scripture

Mark D. Roberts reflects on Jesus' experience of being abandoned by God on the cross (Psalm 22:1-2; Mark 15:34), admitting that we cannot fully grasp it.

Psalm 22:1-2; Mark 15:34

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Cross, God's Absence, Hell, Sin

True Worship

Mark D Roberts | Theology of Work

Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Discussion Questions

Mark D. Roberts uses Romans 12:1 to reflect on how worship can include one’s daily activities and not just formal worship services.

Romans 12:1

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Worship, Worship Space, Seeking God

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