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Sermon Discussion Guide: Disputing with God: Advocating for others
This discussion guide invites reflection on Genesis 18, hospitality to strangers, and the relationship between justice and mercy. Use these questions to explore how Scripture can lead us toward greater love of God and neighbor. Wherever you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for your questions at RPPC.

Disputing with God: Repairing Relationships
In this sermon on Exodus 33 and 34, Pastor Mark reflects on idolatry, certainty, and the living God who refuses to fit neatly into our boxes. Through Moses’ honest dispute with God, we are invited to consider a faith rooted not in formulas or fear, but in relationship, mystery, love, and repair.

Sermon Discussion Guide: Disputing with God: Repairing Relationships
This discussion guide invites reflection on Pastor Mark’s sermon “Disputing with God: Repairing Relationships.” Use these questions to explore idolatry, honest faith, divine compassion, and what it means to follow a God who meets us in the messiness of relationship.

Disputing with God ~ Appealing to God's Mercy
In this thoughtful reflection on Exodus 32, Pastor Mark explores the story of the Golden Calf through the lens of mercy, freedom, and relationship with God. Wrestling with questions about anger, compassion, and human responsibility, the sermon invites us to consider what it means to be genuine partners with God—and why faithful questioning may be a sign of deep trust rather than doubt.

Sermon Discussion Guide: Disputing with God ~ Appealing to God's Mercy
This discussion guide invites individuals and groups to reflect more deeply on themes from Pastor Mark’s sermon, including divine mercy, human freedom, faithful questioning, and our partnership with God. Through scripture reflection and practical questions, participants are encouraged to explore how love, compassion, and responsibility shape our faith journey today.

Like-Hearted, Not Like-Minded
In “Like-Hearted, Not Like-Minded,” Pastor Mark reflects on Philippians 2:1–13 and explores the difference between unity rooted in love and conformity rooted in force. Through a deeply personal story and a challenging reflection on power, humility, and Christian community, this sermon invites us to walk together in the way of Jesus: with compassion, courage, and grace.

Sermon Discussion Guide: Like-Hearted, Not Like-Minded
This discussion guide for “Like-Hearted, Not Like-Minded” invites individuals and groups to reflect on Christian community, humility, faithful disagreement, and what it means to walk in sync with Jesus. Thoughtful questions help connect Paul’s words in Philippians 2 to everyday life and discipleship.

Partners in the Gospel
Sermon Transcript: May 10, 2026
Our reading today comes from Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter one.
A few weeks ago, we read from the book of Acts about when Paul and Silas visited Philippi in northern Greece, where they ran…
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Roland Park Presbyterian Church is a local community of faith that was founded in 1901. RPPC is an inclusive and welcoming member congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and More Light Presbyterians as well as an Earth Care and Matthew 25 Congregation that is pursuing justice, practicing hospitality and engaging curious faith. RPPC worships together each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
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Pastor Mark reflects on Genesis 18, the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the harm caused when Scripture is used to shame or exclude. He invites us instead to read with love, hospitality, and courage—asking how God’s mercy and justice shape our life together.![]()
There's also a discussion guide that invites you to reflect on hospitality, justice, mercy, and what it means that our lives are bound together. It is a resource for small groups, families, personal reflection, or anyone wondering how Scripture can speak with compassion today.![]()
Wherever you are in your personal faith journey, there's a place for you at RPPC.![]()
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Sometimes faith looks like quiet trust. Sometimes it looks like refusing to stay silent.![]()
In yesterday's scripture reading, Abraham speaks boldly with God on behalf of others. His story reminds us that prayer is not passive. It can be courageous, compassionate, and deeply committed to justice.![]()
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Today we honor Juneteenth, a day of remembrance, resilience, and liberation.![]()
As people of faith, we give thanks for every movement toward freedom, while also acknowledging that the work of justice is ongoing. May we continue to listen, learn, repair, and act with courage and compassion.![]()
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