Work Matters – Keynote Talks
Recordings and articles from the Gospel Community Keynote Talks by Mark Dever.
Restoration: Work Within An Eternal Perspective
In John 17:24, Jesus prays to the Father, saying, “Father, I desire that they also, whom You have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory.” Pastor Jason Dees explained that this prayer reveals Jesus’ longing for His followers to experience the fullness of His glory—a glory that transcends anything we see in this world.
Renewal: Objects and Agents of Grace at Work
We are called to be both objects of God’s renewal—transformed by His grace—and agents of His renewal, partnering with Him to bring restoration into the world. In both our successes and struggles, in tasks that feel mundane or meaningful, God is doing something profound.
Redemption: Gospel-Centred Work
“When we look at Jesus, we see God-glorifying work in all that He did,” Pastor Jason stated. Jesus’ life on earth was marked by diligent, purposeful labour. Whether healing the sick, feeding the hungry, or teaching His disciples, Jesus demonstrated excellence in every task.
Fall: When Work Gets Hard
From the frustration of endless meetings to the sting of unfulfilled dreams, work often leaves us weary. Why is work so hard?
Creation: God’s Design for Work
Work is a defining part of human life. It shapes who we are, occupies much of our time, and impacts the world around us. Yet, our understanding of work is often fraught with confusion. Is work just a means of survival, a source of identity, or something more?
The Gospel Story: Why Work Matters
This single slice of toast reveals a profound truth: every vocation, no matter how ordinary, is part of God’s design for human flourishing. Yet, cultural narratives often distort our understanding of work. How can we correct this?
How People Change Course
How People Change is an introductory course to biblical counselling and explains the integral role of counselling in the church community.
Shaping the Church in the City
This conference focused on the various aspects of the local church in the context of the city featuring Dr. Linda Bergquist and Dr. Michael Crane, co-authors of City Shaped Churches: Planting Churches in the Global Era.
Godly Sorrow, Godly Joy
This was an exclusive event with Pastor John Piper as keynote speaker. Six other global and regional speakers presented short talks on managing sorrow and joy from a gospel perspective.