The third third of life is a perfect time for inner work. Or, to put it even more pointedly, inner work is essential for third third flourishing.

Devotion by Mark D. Roberts based on Isaiah 34:8 (NRSV)

For the LORD has a day of vengeance,
    a year of vindication for Zion’s cause.

Devotion by Mark D. Roberts based on John 19:25-27

Meanwhile, standing near the cross of Jesus were his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, “Woman, here is your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home.

Devotion by Mark D. Roberts based on Psalm 119:114

You are my hiding place and my shield;
     I hope in your word.

Devotion by Mark D. Roberts based on 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

May the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this.

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on 1 Thessalonians 4:10-12

[Y]ou do love all the brothers and sisters throughout Macedonia.

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on Isaiah 1:1-3.

“I reared children and brought them up, but they have rebelled against me. The ox knows its master, the donkey its owner’s manger, but Israel does not know, my people do not understand.”

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on 1 Thessalonians 1:9.

“For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God.”

Devotional Series by Mark D. Roberts

We might wonder if Holy Week has anything to do with “normal life,” especially our daily work? If we reflect on the events and themes of Holy Week, we’ll discover many connections to what we do during the week

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on Psalm 89:14.

“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
+++steadfast love and faithfulness go before you.”

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

Devotional Series by Michaela O’Donnell

Seasons of wrestling in our work and life are often opportunities to make meaning and be transformed by God.

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on Luke 12:27-28.

“Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not clothed like one of these.”

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on Ephesians 4:29-30.

“..so that your words may give grace to those who hear…”

Devotion by Mark Roberts based on Luke 12:6-7.

“Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.”