Malcolm Cox

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:

Today, we look at verse eight of the Psalm.  Psalm 139:8 "If I ascend to heaven, you are there; if I make my bed in Sheol, you are there."Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-10-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-544/  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

This is part three of the series helping us to learn how to learn from other preachers. We've had a look at the sermon by a friend of mine called Bruce so that we can do the following: 1. We will be able to imitate his good practices. 2. We will learn how to review a sermon to spot what is done well In part one, I introduced the sermon and what we were trying to achieve and how. If you've not watched that one, please pause this and view that first.  In part three this week, I will be sharing some of my own observations and responding to any that you have sent in. Bruce's sermon -- https://youtu.be/PrMxeoFQTLI Full notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-387-sermon-review-part-3-evaluating-a-sermon-what-worked-well-in-the-sermon-malcolm-cox/ Next time we investigate 'How to Host Live Interviews'. --- Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community.  Consider joining us at [AIM](https://aim.moodlecloud.com/) UK & Ireland for faith-building teaching:

Today, we look at verse seven of the Psalm. “Where can I go from your spirit? Or where can I flee from your presence?” (Psalm 139:7 NRSV)Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-9-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-543/  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: http://www.malcolmcox.org. Please pass the link on, subscribe, and leave a review. "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Which preachers and teachers do you admire? How do you decide what is valuable about their content or presentation worth imitating? That's what we are examining in this set of three episodes.  Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-386-sermon-review-part-2-11-tips-for-highlighting-excellence-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: part 1 - https://youtu.be/dlSLG3kpgB4 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 tips for evaluating lessons are useful to you? I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above, or at the website: https:

Today, we look at verse six of the Psalm and God's unattainable knowledge. “Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is so high that I cannot attain it.” (Psalm 139:6 NRSV)Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-8-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-542/ 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

Last Sunday, my very good friend Bruce Miller travelled up to Watford to preach for us. I was so encouraged by his lesson that I thought we would take two Teaching Tips to explore what he did well. There are two reasons for doing this. 1. We will be able to imitate his good practices. 2. We will learn how to review a sermon to spot what is done well In part one, I will introduce the sermon, what we are trying to achieve and how. In part two next week, I will share some of my observations and respond to any you have sent in. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/baJXNEJpyNk 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.malc

Today, we look at verse five of the Psalm and God's protection. “You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me.” (Psalm 139:5 NRSV)Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-7-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-541/ 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.

Today, we wrap up our series exploring why we do what we do at a Sunday gathering. Let me offer a few final thoughts on what is happening when we gather for worship - COSMIC WORSHIP and GOD AT WORK! Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-384-hosting-sunday-worship-part-11-cosmic-worship-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/-ycuQwSAZzM 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 do these thoughts make you feel about coming to worship on a Sunday? How does it help you in your worship? Will you think differently about anything? Will you behave differently in worship? Will you p

Today, we look at verse four of the Psalm and God's knowledge of our words. “Even before a word is on my tongue, O LORD, you know it completely.” (Psalm 139:4 NRSV)Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-6-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-540/ 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

Today, we explore more of why we do what we do at a Sunday gathering. Today’s topic is ‘bits and pieces’. Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-383-hosting-sunday-worship-part-10-bits-and-pieces-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/ihxPxT1Bjl8 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 have I missed in this article? Do you have a different view on anything I have written?  I am a qualified solutions focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above, or at the website: https://malcolmcoxcoaching.com/ God bless, Malcolm

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Today, we look at verse three of the Psalm and God's knowledge of our 'ways'.  “You search out my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways.” (Psalm 139:3 NRSV)Show notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-5-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-539/ 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

Psalms were an integral part of OT worship, and some psalms end with doxologies (a praise formula) or prayers that might have served a concluding role in worship. For example, Psalm 106 ends with:  "Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Let all the people say, 'Amen!' Praise the Lord." Notes  here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/tuesday-teaching-tip-382-guidance-for-those-hosting-parts-of-sunday-worship-series-part-9-the-closing-prayer/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/EuJ6xWkHAlo 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 - As you prepare your thoughts, as

What does God know about you? How do you feel about what he knows? What difference does it make to our lives that he has searched and known us? Today, we look at verse two of the Psalm and God's knowledge of our inner and outer lives.  “You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from far away.” (Psalm 139:2 NRSV) Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-4-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-538/

Do you ever wonder what to preach about—or even if you can preach? Where should you start? What matters most so you can preach confidently and the congregation goes home inspired? I have answers for you in this episode! Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/tuesday-teaching-tip-381-guidance-for-those-hosting-parts-of-sunday-worship-series-part-8-preaching-and-teaching/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/BdMA2dStoT4  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 - Let’s say you are finishing your lesson preparation. As you review it, ask yourself: What does this lesson look like for the congrega

Do you want God to know you? Really know you? How do you feel about God searching you? Let's take some time today to consider how to process God knowing us, and learn to welcome it. Show Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-series-part-3-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-537/ Question How do you feel about God searching you? What would help you welcome his search, cooperate, and enjoy it? --- Suggestion Ask God in prayer today to create a deep sense of security within you as he searches you. Look up Scriptures that connect with the themes of knowing God and God knowing us. For example, ![[John 17.3]] --- Conclusion Next time, we will move on to verse 2. 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