Malcolm Cox

It is the Sunday after Easter. Is your heart still burning? No, not chocolate egg overload heartburn, but the Emmaus road ‘heartburn’. Do you remember what happened to those two Emmaus road followers of Christ after the resurrection? They were confused and disheartened. Things had not turned out as they expected. “But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel.” (Luke 24:21 NRSV)Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/the-way-of-the-burning-heart-a-post-easter-reflection-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-569/  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. God bless, Malcolm  "

Today, we further explore a tip from my friend Lance Owen. Use humour. Someone said, "I open a man's mouth with laughter so I can pour a dose of truth into it." Humour can be a very effective way of communicating important information. The use of humour in teaching about God is legitimate. Have a look at the video last week about the teaching of Jesus, or you could also take Elijah as an example - “At noon Elijah mocked them, saying, “Cry aloud! Surely he is a god; either he is meditating, or he has wandered away, or he is on a journey, or perhaps he is asleep and must be awakened.”” (1 Kings 18.27 NRSV; see also Isaiah 44.15). Today, we're going to talk about the pros and cons of a good giggle, and how to develop your humour muscle. Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-411-your-voice-matters-part-16-jesus-made-them-laugh-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox-2/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909

Hello and happy Easter! Easter Sunday is the biggest, loudest, most joyful day in the Christian calendar—and for good reason. Easter Sunday changes everything. Why? Because the stakes are eternal. As Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15:17, “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins.” But, thank God, Paul doesn’t stop there. He continues, “But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died.” That’s our guarantee. Our hope beyond the grave isn’t wishful thinking—it’s rooted in a historical, bodily resurrection. You can almost hear Paul’s joy bursting off the page: “Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” (1 Corinthians 15:54–55) In other words: Death has been devoured. Defeated. De-fanged. Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/death-devoured-defeated-de-fanged-an-easter-sunday-reflection-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-568/ Please add your comments on this week’s t

Today, we explore a second tip from my friend Lance Owen. I paraphrase our conversation. He suggests: Use humour. Someone said, "I open a man's mouth with laughter so I can pour a dose of truth into it." Humour can be a very effective way of communicating important information. If you’re just starting out with speaking or teaching, you might be wondering if there’s a place for a bit of a laugh in your lessons. Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this video and the next one, we’ll explore how you can weave humour into your presentations, making them more engaging and memorable. We'll look at why it's valuable, offer some tips, consider the potential pitfalls, and even peek at how the ultimate teacher, Jesus, used humour. YouTube: https://youtu.be/28tYHk61T5k Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-410-your-voice-matters-part-15-be-yourself-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox-2/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audiobo

Welcome to today's episode, where we're exploring a link between the sixth day of creation and Good Friday. Scriptures: “So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them… God saw all that he had made, and it was very good.” — Genesis 1.27, 31 “So Jesus came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said to them, ‘Behold the man!’” — John 19.5 (ESV) Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/behold-the-man-a-good-friday-reflection-from-the-sixth-day-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-567/ 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, sub

Today, we explore a second tip from Trevor Mendez. He writes: Be yourself. There's a place for imitating helpful qualities in other speakers, but "Christ in me" will likely look different than "Christ in you" and authenticity is important to hearers. Can we find our own authentic speaking style, and does it matter? Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-409-your-voice-matters-part-14-enjoy-speaking-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox-2/ 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. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question: What barriers do you sense from revealing the real you when you speak? How can you overcome those obstacles? I am a qu

When Jesus announced himself in Luke 4 he revealed a God who cares. What is our part individually and congregationally in showing the world that God cares? That's what we explore in this lesson. 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) 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

Welcome to today's episode, where we're exploring the often-debated topic of repetitive prayer. Is it just empty words, or can there be genuine value in praying the same things again and again? Is regular, repetitive prayer inauthentic? Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/the-parable-of-the-bramley-apple-tree-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-565-2/ Inspired by the “After Class Podcast: https://pca.st/podcast/5d5dcbe0-36c3-0136-fa7b-0fe84b59566d 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. God bless, Malcolm  "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative C

Today, we explore a tip from my friend Tim Dannatt. He wrote: "My thought about preaching is to encourage people to enjoy speaking." Sounds simple. But for new and inexperienced speakers it can be hard to enjoy preaching and teaching. Can we get to that point, and does it matter? Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-408-your-voice-matters-part-13-stories-are-your-secret-weapon-malcolm-cox-2/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/pVI30wBqyGc 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. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above or at the website: https://malcolmcoxcoachi

Lessons in Faith and Fun From Mother Mary John 2.1-12 QUESTION: What do you notice about Mary? 1. She notices: Observant 2. She wants to bless others 3. She has prophetic insight - Since Gabriel 30 + years previously. Mums hold on to vision for their children when others lose it. 4. She trusts Jesus’ heart and power 5. She exercises audacious confidence in commanding people, and, by implication, Jesus 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. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) 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

In what way is a Bramley apple tree in our garden a parable for Christian discipleship? Notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/the-parable-of-the-bramley-apple-tree-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-565/  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://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Key Takeaways   - Service reflects God’s heart.   - Service opens doors for the gospel. Challenge for the Week   - Pray daily: "Lord, show me someone I can serve today."   - Take one intentional step: A meal for a neighbour, volunteering, or mentoring. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/xyLISsyfaow 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) 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

If evangelism is sowing seeds, pre-evangelism is ploughing the ground. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/vxFYR3Iih5A 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) 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

Objectives Understand the biblical foundation for outreach. Explore Jesus’ outreach and how it applies to us today. Develop a heart for loving relationship-building. 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. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) 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

Objectives   - Understand the biblical foundation for outreach.   - Explore Jesus’ outreach and how it applies to us today.   - Develop a heart of compassion for the lost. Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/class-1-the-heart-of-outreach-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch this next: https://youtu.be/vxFYR3Iih5A 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) 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

Today, we explore a tip from my friend Stefan Wolmarans. I am paraphrasing a voice note he sent me, but in essence, his point was: "Jesus was very good at telling stories - just look at his parables. Stories stick in the memory when information does not. " Let’s dive in and explore why stories matter and how to tell them.   Notes:  https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-407-your-voice-matters-part-12-feedback-in-advance-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox-2/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next:  From 4 years ago -Tuesday Teaching Tip 230 - "How to use stories - "The Heart of Communication", Part 5. https://youtu.be/W1ULxKQxjKI - From 6 years ago - "Why You Need Keynote Stories", https://youtu.be/zr_tE4qirEM?feature=shared - From 7 years ago - Tuesday Teaching Tips, Episode 96 - "How to re-enact a story", https://youtu.be/W9kO12QUlXM - From 7 years ago - Tuesday Teaching Tips, Episode 90 - "What is the difference between an anecdote and a story?" http

Today, we explore a thought-provoking idea from Ronald Rolheiser: Spirituality is not an option; it is essential. The only question is whether it gives life or destroys it. What we do with our inner fire, our restless energy, defines our spirituality. How does this connect with Jesus, our relationship with God, and the way we approach personal devotion? Let’s explore. Your brother, Malcolm Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/spirituality-as-a-madness-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-564/  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) L

Today, we conclude by exploring a second tip from my friend Rob Payne. Rob says: "Pray and practise - preferably with people who can give you constructive feedback." We've covered the prayer point elsewhere, but today, I'd like to discuss engaging with people who can give you "constructive feedback." Specifically, I'm talking about looking for feedback before we speak, not just afterwards. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/lvY_bri2psI 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. Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question: How will your understanding of expectations change the way you shape your lesson? I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a ses

Is the Sabbath relevant for Christians today? Today, I want to hear from you. I’m considering doing a short series on the relevance of the Sabbath for Christians today—but before I commit, I need to know: Is this something you’re interested in? Is the idea of the Sabbath something you find helpful, intriguing, or maybe even confusing? Your brother, Malcolm Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/sabbath-series-suggestion-is-the-sabbath-relevant-for-christians-today-malcolm-cox-quiet-time-coaching-episode-563/ 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 (incompete

Today we conclude exploring a tip from my friend Anna Oliver. Anna says: "Who is your audience? What is their age/culture/religious background? Aim to engage them by saying or doing at least one thing they would be able to relate to. Our current society is no longer interested in listening to a 30-minute talk on a topic if there is no attempt by the speaker to engage them/draw their attention.