Malcolm Cox

Last year, I decided to find a way to have a better feel for Scripture as a whole. Today I would like to tell you the method I used. I am not suggesting you do exactly as I did, but perhaps it will inspire you to develop your own plan. Let me share my four-step, three-app plan. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/how-and-why-to-read-the-bible-in-a-year-part-2-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-554/  Your brother, Malcolm Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Could you send me your questions or suggestions? Here’s the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you’d like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God Grows His People”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, and leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http

Where do preachers and teachers of Scripture get their strength from? Before we talk about the 'hows' of preaching and teaching, we must understand where the power lies. Therefore, before we encounter our first tip next week from my friend Roger Packham, I want to say a few words about the power of the Spirit.  Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-397-your-voice-matters-tips-for-new-inexperienced-speakers-part-2-spirit-power/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/SmiNzOfS2Cg Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) How might your willingness to step out in faith and speak about God, despite y

Last year, I decided to find a way to have a better feel for Scripture as a whole. I'd like to tell you how I proceeded. Next week, I will share precisely what I did. But first, let me remind you why it's important to have a handle on the whole of Scripture, not just our favourite bits. Today, 8 reasons to make a plan to become familiar with all Scripture. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/how-and-why-to-read-the-bible-in-a-year-part-1-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-553/  Your brother, Malcolm Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Could you send me your questions or suggestions? Here’s the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you’d like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God Grows His People”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, and leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (inco

Do you believe your voice matters? The most significant barrier to becoming someone God can use to speak His Word to the blessing of many is not a lack of experience or a paucity of technique.  The highest hurdle to overcome is believing that your voice matters. Therefore, before we encounter our first tip, I want to say a few words about the value of your voice.  Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-396-your-voice-matters-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-part-1/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/8YY6JDWI9Bc Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question - What unique combinatio

Today, we conclude the series by looking at verses twenty-three to twenty-four of the Psalm. “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-18-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-552/  Question Do you feel comfortable asking God to search and test you? If not, why not?   --- Suggestions Sit quietly and ask God to come and know, search and test you. Notice what arises. Thank him for whatever you find. --- Conclusion Next time, we will move on to a new series. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please email me at malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm --- Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Please send me y

Imagine a young sailor setting out to sea for the first time. They have the boat, the sails, and the wind at their back, but without the wisdom of seasoned sailors, they risk being lost in the vastness of the ocean. Your tips are like the stars on their map—small but crucial lights that guide them safely to their destination.... Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-395-your-voice-matters-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-the-child-sailor/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Your input can make a real difference in equipping the next generation of speakers. It’s quick and easy—ju

Today, we look at verses nineteen to twenty-two of the Psalm. “O that you would kill the wicked, O God, and that the bloodthirsty would depart from me— those who speak of you maliciously, and lift themselves up against you for evil! Do I not hate those who hate you, O LORD? And do I not loathe those who rise up against you? I hate them with perfect hatred; I count them my enemies.” Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-17-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-551/  Question Do you feel torn in any area of your life between God and the agenda of the world?    --- Suggestions If you sense a struggle, can you offer it to God in prayer and ask him for strength to be decisive? Pray for the courage to distance yourself from unhelpful or harmful influences and to stand firm in your loyalty to God. --- Conclusion Next time, we will move on to verses twenty-three to twenty-four. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd

Last week, I shared an invitation to contribute your top three tips for inexperienced preachers and teachers to help shape a new video series launching in January 2025. Thank you to those who have already sent in their ideas—your insights are invaluable!  So far, the tips have centred on the ideas of having a good personal devotional life, personal sharing and seeking feedback.  Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-394-your-voice-matters-tips-for-new-inexperienced-speakers-an-incentive-for-you/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/r7BZZHib_nI  Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) As

Today, we look at verses seventeen and eighteen of the Psalm.  “How weighty to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! I try to count them—they are more than the sand; I come to the end—I am still with you.” Notes can be found here: Try using these prayers as starters for your own:  - "Lord, Your thoughts toward me are more than I can comprehend. I stand in awe of Your greatness and the depth of Your love for me. Thank You for always being with me, knowing me, and guiding me."  - "Thank You, Lord, for Your constant presence and the assurance that You are always with me. I commit myself to walking with You today, trusting Your wisdom and knowing that I am never alone."   --- Conclusion Next time, we will move on to verses nineteen to twenty-two. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please email me at malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm --- Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we

If you are an inexperienced preacher or teacher of Scripture, what is your biggest need? What barriers do you need to overcome? What help would be useful so that you could be the best you can be? Also, if you listen to inexperienced speakers, what would be your top tip to them? Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-393-your-voice-matters-tips-for-new-inexperienced-speakers-barriers-and-needs/  Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question - If you are an inexperienced preacher or teacher of Scripture, what is your biggest need? I am a qualified solutions focused coach. You can boo

Psalm 139.15-16 “My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth. Your eyes beheld my unformed substance. In your book were written all the days that were formed for me, when none of them as yet existed.” Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-15-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-549/ Next time, we will continue our exploration of Psalm 139. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please drop me a line: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Could you send me your questions or suggestions? Here’s the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you’d like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God Grows His People”, sign up at my website:

The story of the birth of Jesus is well-known. How do we keep it fresh when we preach and teach about it? That's what this series is all about. Last week, we discussed engaging the imagination. This week, in our final recording on this topic, we discuss balancing tradition while at the same time being innovative. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-392-how-to-prepare-christmas-lessons-part-4-balance-tradition-and-innovation-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Video version: https://youtu.be/RRpA1WSLUjY Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question - What is your best tip for helping speakers prepare i

Today, we look at verse fourteen of the Psalm.  “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-14-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-548/ ext time, we will continue our exploration of Psalm 139. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please drop me a line: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Could you send me your questions or suggestions? Here’s the email: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. If you’d like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God Grows His People”, sign up at my website: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, and leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (inco

The story of the birth of Jesus is well-known. How do we keep it fresh when we preach and teach about it? That's what this series is all about. Last week, we discussed finding fresh angles. This week we discuss using our imagination to make the familiar story come alive. Let me offer you three ideas. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-391-how-to-prepare-christmas-lessons-part-3-engage-the-imagination-malcolm-cox/  Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss. Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question - What is your best tip for helping speakers prepare inspiring lessons around the Christmas story? Please let me know.

Introduction Today, we look at verse thirteen of the Psalm. “For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Psalm 139.13 --- We are entering the third section of the Psalm. Verses 13-18 declare that God made us; therefore, we are secure and in awe of him. ‘Formed’: “Among the many ways the word is used, one is in connection with God’s creation: His creation of heaven and earth (Genesis 14.19, Genesis 14.22), His creation of Israel (Deuteronomy 32.6), and, here.” POSB God is not only everywhere and knows everything (and everyone), but he is also purposeful. He makes, forms, and weaves. God creates our spiritual *and* physical parts. The God who creates galaxies is just as involved in the intricacies of individual life creation. We matter, and our bodies matter. Our 'inward parts' matter. What are the 'inward parts'? Literally, they are the kidneys. In contemporary thought, it was the seat of conscience. Where is Jesus in this? “All things came into being throug

The story of the birth of Jesus is well-known. How do we keep it fresh when we preach and teach about it? That's what this series is all about. Last week, we discussed our starting point. We begin by finding our personal conviction and inspiration through reflection on scripture and prayer. Once we have done that, we are ready to consider our approach to what we want to say. Let me offer you three ideas. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-390-how-to-prepare-christmas-lessons-part-2-explore-fresh-angles-malcolm-cox/  Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) What is your best tip for

Today, we look at verses eleven and twelve of the Psalm. “If I say, “Surely the darkness shall cover me, and the light around me become night,”  even the darkness is not dark to you; the night is as bright as the day, for darkness is as light to you.” (Psalm 139:11-12) Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-12-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-546/ Next time, we will continue our exploration of Psalm 139. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please drop me a line: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm

How do we keep things fresh when we're discussing something for the hundredth time? It can be challenging to speak about the Christmas story while keeping your audience's attention. I hope these recordings will inspire you to think fresh thoughts that will benefit your lessons and your congregations. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-389-how-to-prepare-christmas-lessons-part-1-start-with-yourself-malcolm-cox/  Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) What is your best tip for helping speakers prepare inspiring lessons around the Christmas story? Please let me know. I am a qualifie

Today, we look at verses nine and ten of the Psalm. “If I take the wings of the morning and settle at the farthest limits of the sea, even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me fast.” (Psalm 139:9-10)Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-11-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-545/ Next time, we will continue our exploration of Psalm 139. I am planning a spiritual experience day based on Psalm 139 in the spring of 2025. If you'd be interested, please drop me a line: malcolm@malcolmcox.org. Your brother, Malcolm

Do you like watching interviews? They are a staple of television and all online media. We are endlessly fascinated by the lives and opinions of other people. Have you used this format in a church service? I did so recently for the first time in Watford. We had [Dr Jennifer Konzen](https://www.theartofintimatemarriage.com/dr-jennifer-konzen) in town, and I interviewed her in our traditional 'sermon' slot.  Here is the link: https://fb.watch/vFNI6ceZUU/. The interview starts at the 42-minute mark.  We received positive feedback and requests for more or the same. Let me share some lessons I learned. Full notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-388-how-to-host-live-interviews-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: (Insert a link to a video you want your viewers to watch next) Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: