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I Gave Up Gossip for Lent
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/i-gave-gossip-lent
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Lent
,
Fasting
,
Gossip
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
shares her experience of giving up gossiping for lent, what it taught her about spiritual disciplines, and how it prepared her to be wowed by the resurrection story again.
Live and Work as a Citizen of Heaven
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/live-and-work-citizen-heaven
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Worry
,
Faith
,
Vocation
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
relates the story of Ugandan missionary Katie Davis, a nineteen-year-old woman who left everything to adopt thirteen young girls. Dyer wonders how our lives would change if we had such faith in God's provision.
Lessons in Humility From Almost Winning
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/runner-lessons-humility-almost-winning
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Humility
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Contentment
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Surrender
,
Grace
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on her many life experiences of being a runner-up, an alternate, an understudy, but never the lead. Working through her depression and dissatisfaction, Dena learned lessons in humility, contentment, surrender, and grace.
Work That Transforms
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/work-transforms-what-it
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Heart
,
Kingdom of God
,
Work
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
uses her experience in different lines of work to illustrate her struggle to see mundane work as work for God's kingdom. The attitude of the poor widow in Mark 12:41-44 is referenced.
Dying Well: The Ultimate Harvest
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/dying-well-ultimate-harvest
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Death
,
Life
,
Heaven
,
Eternal life
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Reflecting on a colleague diagnosed with cancer, this article by
Dena Dyer
on Psalm 65:11 and 1 Corinthians 15:42-44 discusses how life is a time for sowing in preparation of the heavenly harvest in God's Kingdom.
Shine Like the Stars
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/shine-stars
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Thanksgiving
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
In this sermon starter
Dena Dyer
reflects on the potential impact of Christians obeying the exhortation in Philippians 2:12-15: “Do everything without complaining and arguing."
All We Need in Failure or Success
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/all-we-need-failure-or-success
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Philippians
,
Trust
,
Family
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
In Philippians 4:18-20,
Dena Dyer
talks about leaning on God during your best times or your hardest times. Her personal story discusses how she is reminded to need God in all stages of her life.
The Work of an Illness
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/work-illness
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Healing
,
Grace
,
Faith
,
Identity
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
shares the story of a person who had to get a neck surgery and realized during the process of healing and helplessness that we find more self-esteem in what we do than in Christ....
Where Are You, God?
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/where-are-you-god
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
God's Presence
,
Suffering
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Through a short story, which could serve as a sermon illustration,
Dena Dyer
reflects on God's presence in a moment of great suffering and the calling to be a vessel of God's presence to the suffering....
An Invitation to the Table
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/invitation-table
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Eucharist
,
Parenting
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
This post from
Dena Dyer
tells the story of her child's first communion, her feeling of inadequacy as a parent, and the calling to remember the work of Jesus everyday.
It's Just Not the Same
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/community-post-its-just-not-same
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Disciples of Christ
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Change
,
Calling
,
Faith
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Reflecting on the difficulty of change, this article by
Dena Dyer
discusses how Jesus' disciples adapted to Jesus' absence by ministering and spreading the gospel. We too must faithfully respond to "God's calling on our lives."
On Earth As It Is in Heaven: Pushing Back the Darkness
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/earth-it-heaven-pushing-back-darkness
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Kingdom of God
,
Heaven
,
Prayer
,
Faith
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
writes about faith and works that touches heaven to earth.
The Hamster Wheel of Perfectionism
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/hamster-wheel-perfectionism
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Maturity
,
Peace
,
Proverbs
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on the description of the ideal woman in Proverbs 31:10-31, which can be intimidating. She applies teachings of Jesus to encourage people to live lives of abundance and peace without perfectionism.
God at Work: Vehicles for Grace
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/god-work-vehicles-grace
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Work
,
Grace
,
Faith
,
Mercy
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
's sermon starter on Esther 4:14 maintains that any work done faithfully is work for God, an opportunity to bring God's grace and mercy to hurting people. Such a business place is a holy place....
The Sacrament of Wonder
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/sacrament-wonder
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Creation
,
Nature
,
Resurrection
,
Attributes of God
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on Psalm 111:2, inviting readers to ponder God’s creation and wonder at its beauty.
Is It Biblical to Borrow Money?
Article about Preaching by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/borrowing-and-lending-it-biblical-borrow-money
Article about Preaching
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Money
,
Trust
,
Faithfulness
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
presents a collection of advice on the subject of borrowing money. She draws complementary advice from Scripture and financial advisers, concluding that we must ultimately rely on God's provision.
Leadership That Matters
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/leadership-influence-leadership-matters
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Leadership
,
Humility
,
Courage
,
Parenting
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on 1 Samuel 24:1-15, writing that real leadership requires having the courage and humility to admit when we are wrong.
Do You Think I'm Insecure?
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/do-you-think-im-insecure
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Beauty
,
Women
,
Security in God
,
Culture
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on insecurity, particularly the kind that plagues women and moms, and draws from passages like 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2, Colossians 3:2, to find security in Jesus.
Work-Life Balance: Value Meal
Article by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/work-life-balance-value-meal
Article
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Love
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
shares her experience about enjoying a meal as a family at a local restaurant. She reveals her thoughts on experiencing life together as a family.
Stewardship of Place
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Dena Dyer
https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/stewardship-place
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Dena Dyer
Topics:
Stewardship
,
Obedience
,
Faithfulness
Source:
Theology of Work: The High Calling
Dena Dyer
reflects on Psalm 37:34 and shares a story from her grandparents’ ranch illustrating our charge from God to steward well the places God has given us.
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