S2 Ep353: QUIET TIME COACHING EPISODE 353 | 1 THESSALONIANS 1:3 | MALCOLM COX
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 08, 2023
5m
S2 Ep352: QUIET TIME COACHING EPISODE 352 | 1 THESSALONIANS 1:3 | MALCOLM COX
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 07, 2023
5m
S2: 1 Thessalonians | Introduction | The Model Church
1 Thessalonians Series We are making Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians our focus at the start of this year. What will we learn? Only the Spirit knows, but we shall explore the church in Thessalonica, the character and heart of the apostle Paul, and, most importantly, God himself. We are looking at a letter jam-packed with references to God, Father, Jesus, Christ, Lord and Holy Spirit - a tota...
16m Jan 06, 2023
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S2 Ep351: QUIET TIME COACHING EPISODE 351 | 1 THESSALONIANS 1:3 | MALCOLM COX
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 06, 2023
5m
S2 Ep350: QUIET TIME COACHING EPISODE 350 | 1 THESSALONIANS 1:3 | MALCOLM COX
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 05, 2023
5m
S2 Ep356: “The Lord’s Message Rang out”, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
v1 Greeting - personal; God-focus; grace & peace v2 - thankful for all; prayerful v3 - hard work for God inspired by Jesus v4 - family relationships; 28 times - ‘brothers’ v5 - God changed you dramatically v6 - Accepted suffering; joy from the Spirit ‘If Christ wore a crown of thorns, why should His followers expect only a crown of roses?’ Martin Luther v7 - modelled Christianity to other Chris...
26m Jan 04, 2023
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S2 Ep349: QUIET TIME COACHING EPISODE 349 | 1 THESSALONIANS 1:3 | MALCOLM COX
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 04, 2023
5m
S2 Ep288: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 288 | “My speaking aspiration for 2023” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction Studying 1 Thess end 2022. Praying through it. God got my attention focussed on 1 Thess 2:11-12 “For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory.” (1 Thessalonians 2:11–12 NIV11) encouraging, comforting and urging were key aspects of Pau...
12m Jan 03, 2023
12m
S2 Ep348: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 348 | 1 Thessalonians 1:2 | Malcolm Cox
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 03, 2023
5m
S2 Ep347: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 347 | 1 Thessalonians 1:1 | Malcolm Cox
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Jan 02, 2023
5m
S2 Ep346: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 346 | 1 Thessalonians Introduction | Malcolm Cox
You have found a daily devotional podcast on 1 Thessalonians. These recordings accompany the teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches of Christ. The brief devotionals are aimed at encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:12 “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by lo...
5m Dec 31, 2022
5m
S2 Ep345: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 345: "Because you’re worth it” | A Christmas Devotional
Who’s advertising strap-line is that?  L’Oreal.  How many of use L’Oreal products? In 1900 a man could divorce his wife for wearing make-up since it was used by prostitutes! £3 billion a year is spent on cosmetics and toiletries every year.  In London £29 million every month is spent on skin care alone! But we’re not talking about cosmetics.  We’re talking about something more than skin-deep. ...
8m Dec 29, 2022
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S2 Ep344: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 344: "How to hear what the Spirit is saying - Part 2” | Preparing for 2023
Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29 Summary: Use the words of Jesus to the church in Thyatira to help you assess 2022 and gain a vision for 2023 PREPARING FOR 2023     - Not about comparing ourselves with Thyatira. But about using Jesus' approach to help us.     - v18 Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. He is the one able to give us a compelling vision, and carry out out.     ...
12m Dec 22, 2022
12m
S2: "Bethlehem Police Report" | Luke 2.8-20 | Malcolm Cox
The Lord's Supper at our carol service was my reading of the Bethlehem police report by John Sutherland. I took it from Dan Walker's inspirational book, 'Remarkable People: Extraordinary Stories of Everyday Lives'. 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, practical? S...
11m Dec 21, 2022
11m
S2 Ep287: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 287 | "How to Gain Vision for Your Speaking Year Ahead”
Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29 Summary: Use the words of Jesus to the church in Thyatira to help you assess 2022 and gain a vision for 2023 Introduction – v18 Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. He is the one able to give us a compelling vision, and carry out out. – Some questions to ask ourselves personally: 1. What will help you persevere? v25-26 – Hold on, v25 – v26. ...
11m Dec 20, 2022
11m
S2: Spiritual Review of 2022 | "How to hear what the Spirit is saying" Part 2 | Malcolm Cox
Lesson 2 - Vision for 2023     - Not about comparing ourselves with Thyatira. But about using Jesus' approach to help us.     - v18 Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. He is the one able to give us a compelling vision, and carry out out.     - Some questions to ask ourselves personally and in our local groups: 1. What will help you persevere? v25-26         - Hold on, v2...
12m Dec 18, 2022
12m
S2 Ep343: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 343: "How to hear what the Spirit is saying - Part 1” | Reviewing 2022
Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29 Summary: Use the words of Jesus to the church in Thyatira to help you assess 2022 and gain a vision for 2023 Review 2022     - Not about comparing ourselves with Thyatira. But about using Jesus' approach to help us.     - v18 - Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. His opinion about us is what matters, not the opinions of others, nor our own f...
11m Dec 15, 2022
11m
S2: “News of Great Joy!” Luke 2.8-20
“How to enjoy Christmas as a Christian” Thoughts based on the ‘Sussex Carol’ v1 Merciful King On Christmas night all Christians sing To hear the news the angels bring On Christmas night all Christians sing To hear the news the angels bring News of great joy, news of great mirth News of our merciful King's birth John 1.14; Rom 12.1; Eph 2.4-5; 1 Tim 1.16; Heb 2.17; 4.16; 1 Pet 1.3; 2.10 v2 ...
27m Dec 14, 2022
27m
S2 Ep286: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 286 | “How to Review Your Speaking Year” | Malcolm Cox
Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29 Summary: Use the words of Jesus to the church in Thyatira to help you assess 2022 and gain a vision for 2023 Introduction – v18 – Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. His opinion about us is what matters, not the opinions of others, nor our own feelings. We speakers are all about Jesus – not ourselves, but our conduct, thinking and attitude m...
13m Dec 13, 2022
13m
S2: Class 6 | Father God is our Protector | Finding the Father’s Face Series
We can only know the true nature of God as Father from the Scriptures. – The Lord’s Prayer teaches prayer, but it also teaches us how to relate to God as Father, and what he is like – This series is designed to help us – Understand our Father better through what is revealed in the Lord’s Prayer – Come to know him better & enjoy our Father-God – Be a more Father-God-like father to our children (...
15m Dec 10, 2022
15m
S2: CLASS 5 | “FINDING THE FATHER’S FACE” SERIES | WATFORD MEN 2022
We can only know the true nature of God as Father from the Scriptures. The Lord’s Prayer teaches prayer, but it also teaches us how to relate to God as Father, and what he is like This series is designed to help us Understand our Father better through what is revealed in the Lord’s Prayer Come to know him better & enjoy our Father-God Be a more Father-God-like father to our children (if we have...
11m Dec 09, 2022
11m
S2 Ep342: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 342 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 16 | Malcolm Cox
Today we conclude our series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, today verse we recapitulate the core verse of the Psalm. “One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty o...
10m Dec 08, 2022
10m
S2: "The Second Advent: Death is not the end" | Douglas Jacoby
Dr Douglas Jacoby is our visiting speaker from Scotland. He teaches us on the significance of the second advent when Jesus will come again. We continue the topic of the coming of the Christ next Sunday, the 11th of December. Please feel free to join us then or for our carol service on the 18th of December 10:30 in the morning. Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when ...
36m Dec 07, 2022
36m
S2 Ep285: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 285 | “Teaching and Personality - Toxic or Necessary?” | Malcolm Cox
Truth through personality “In the first place, I ask that men make no reference to my name; let them call themselves Christians, not Lutherans.“ Admonition Against Insurrection (1522) Martin Luther “by any consideration of body or soul you should never say: I am Lutheran, or Papist.” On Receiving Both Kinds in the Sacrament (1522) Martin Luther “Moses said to the LORD, “Pardon your servant, L...
6m Dec 06, 2022
6m
S2: Spiritual Review of 2022 | "How to hear what the Spirit is saying" - Part 1 | Malcolm Cox
v18 - Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. His opinion about us is what matters, not the opinions of others, nor our own feelings.     - Some questions to ask ourselves personally and in our local groups: 1. What has gone well? v19              - “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired b...
13m Dec 06, 2022
13m
S2: "The Greatest Hope" | John 1:14 | Malcolm Cox
Now let’s discuss why Jesus came and what this means for us…. Jn 1:14 - ‘enfleshing’ ‘dwelling’ Question: What is the point of the incarnation? 1. Show the church how to live “The pattern for the church is not the narrative descriptions in Acts, but the incarnation of God in the person of Jesus.” Hicks, Pattern Community, leadership, 2. Affirm goodness of creation “The incarnation affirmed t...
29m Dec 01, 2022
29m
S2 Ep341: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 341 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 15 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.” (Psalm 27:14 NIV11) Reminder To Self David turns from addressing God to appealing to other people. His exp...
7m Dec 01, 2022
7m
S2 Ep284: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 284 | “What has Church History got to do with teaching and preaching?”
I'm in the last stages of preparing for our church history module for AIM UK & Ireland coming this weekend. If you are watching this in time, please feel free to sign up for the classes on the 3rd of December. Even if you're too late for that, you can still sign up for the course and watch the classes online. https://www.aimukandireland.com/course/church-history What does church history have ...
8m Nov 29, 2022
8m
S2 Ep340: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 340 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 14 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.” (Psalm 27:13 NIV11) David’s statement is literally, ‘I am still confident’. He has...
7m Nov 24, 2022
7m
S2: What is unity for? | Church History | AIM UK&I module
Registration is open: https://www.aimukandireland.com/course/church-history Why church history? Renewing God's People: A Concise History of the Churches of Christ, Gary Holloway and Douglas A. Foster - 13 short chapters - "Studying church history also helps us experience how faithful Christians in the past struggled to follow God in their own context." 10 Restoration of unified church so the ...
6m Nov 23, 2022
6m
S2: "Unhindered!" | Acts 28:31 | Malcolm Cox
1. Paul the ideal representative of Jesus - a regenerate life v3: Snake: symbol of evil. Eden. Snake tried to kill Paul - a 'risen' man. Symbolic of the message of resurrection post-baptism (shipwreck)? v5: Shook off the snake - Jesus shook off death's curse snake and sea (two evils) have no effect on Paul. This new life is powerful v9: So many parallels with Jesus. see Luke 4:38-41 “Jesus left...
30m Nov 22, 2022
30m
S2 Ep283: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 283 | “Should Sermons be Relevant?”
Is the goal of relevancy necessary, helpful, or a curse? Today I offer some thoughts on sermons and relevancy prompted by the book, “The Givenness of Things”, by Marilynne Robinson. We speak of the sacred “My tradition places great importance on the sermon, and I go in hopes of hearing something that acknowledges this deep old human intuition, this sense of the sacred. Often I don’t hear any...
10m Nov 22, 2022
10m
S2: 3 reasons to register for the Church History AIM UK&I module
Registration is open: https://www.aimukandireland.com/course/church-history Why church history?     - "For years I kept a cartoon on my study door. Students who stopped to read it often stepped into my office smiling. It encouraged easy conversation. It was a Peanuts strip. Charlie Brown’s little sister, Sally, is writing a theme for school titled “Church History.” Charlie, who is at her side...
4m Nov 19, 2022
4m
S2: Class 4 | Father-God is Caring | Finding the Father’s Face
Handout Class 4 | “Finding the Father’s Face” Series | Watford Men 2022  Matthew 6:9-13 ““This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father in heaven - Father-God is nearby - hallowed be your name, - Father-God is holy - your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.- Father-God is powerful, He is King of Kings and cannot be thwarted - Give us today our daily bread - Father-Go...
8m Nov 18, 2022
8m
S2 Ep339: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 339 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 13 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “Do not turn me over to the desire of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, spouting malicious accusations.” (Psalm 27:12 NIV11 (https://accordance.bible/link/read/N...
9m Nov 17, 2022
9m
S2: "Fabulously Flawed" | Haggai Chapter 2vv20-23 | Malcolm Cox
1. Inherited Flaws A. ‘Son of Shealtiel’ B. You are someone’s son/daughter 2. Circumstantial Flaws A. Zerubbabel B. You are influenced by society, this world and people around you 3. Created Flaws A. “I will take you” B. You are responsible for your decisions “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on ...
29m Nov 16, 2022
29m
S2 Ep282: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 282 | “Speaking Short and Sweet” | Malcolm Cox
VALUE THE DISCIPLINE OF SHORT LESSONS 1. Shorter is not always better:     - “And with many other words John exhorted the people and proclaimed the good news to them.” (Luke 3:18 NIV11)     - “With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.”” (Acts 2:40 NIV11)     - “He traveled through that area, speaking many words of encourageme...
9m Nov 15, 2022
9m
S2 Ep338: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 338 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 12 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “Teach me your way, LORD; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors.” (Psalm 27:11 NIV11) Lead Me The path is revealed by God, but it still our choice whether to wal...
7m Nov 10, 2022
7m
S2 Ep281: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 281 | “An initial literary reading of a biblical text - Part 3”
QUESTIONS FOR STUDY OF A BIBLICAL TEXT This is the first of three teaching tips on how to dig into a text from a literary perspective.  What is the literal , or narrative, perspective? "The basic method by which we are to study biblical narratives is simple: we are asked to __read__ them!  Most of us have grown up with the Gospels or Old Testament history as isolated stories. We have seldom s...
8m Nov 08, 2022
8m
S2 Ep337: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 337 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 11 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.” (Psalm 27:10 NIV11) Even the strongest human love fails sometimes. God is different. We can count on Him to...
7m Nov 03, 2022
7m
S2 Ep280: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 280 | “An initial literary reading of a biblical text - Part 2”
QUESTIONS FOR STUDY OF A BIBLICAL TEXT This is the second of three teaching tips on how to dig into a text from a literary perspective.  What is the literal , or narrative, perspective? "The basic method by which we are to study biblical narratives is simple: we are asked to __read__ them!  Most of us have grown up with the Gospels or Old Testament history as isolated stories. We have seldom ...
6m Nov 01, 2022
6m
S2 Ep336: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 336 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 10 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. Psalm 27:9 “Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, God my Saviour.” God’s nature God i...
8m Oct 27, 2022
8m
S2: "Happy in the Gap?" | Haggai Chapter 2vv10-19 | 'The Glory will be Greater' Series | Malcolm Cox
1. How does coming into my blessings (relationship with me) work? vv 10-13 A. Israel needed reminding that they did not make themselves holy B. God chose them, redeemed them, stuck with them through ups and downs C. How did God first make you aware that the blessing of being a relationship with him was possible? 2. What has been your experience of my holiness? vv14-19a A. You did not respect i...
28m Oct 26, 2022
28m
S2 Ep279: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 279 | “An initial literary reading of a biblical text - Part 1”
QUESTIONS FOR STUDY OF A BIBLICAL TEXT This is the first of three teaching tips on how to dig into a text from a literary perspective.  What is the literal , or narrative, perspective? "The basic method by which we are to study biblical narratives is simple: we are asked to __read__ them!  Most of us have grown up with the Gospels or Old Testament history as isolated stories. We have seldom s...
8m Oct 25, 2022
8m
S2: “Finding the Father’s Face” Series | Father-God is Powerful | Watford Men 2022
Handout Class 3 | “Finding the Father’s Face” Series | Watford Men 2022 “What comes into our mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us…. Were we able to extract from any man a complete answer to the question, “What comes into your mind when you think about God?” we might predict with certainty the spiritual future of that man.” A. W. Tozer Matthew 6:9-13 - “your kingdo...
12m Oct 21, 2022
12m
S2 Ep335: Quiet Time Coaching Episode 335 | Psalm 27, “One Thing I Ask” Series | Part 9 | Malcolm Cox
Today we continue with a series based on Psalm 27. If you haven’t already done so, I recommend listening to the first episode which covers some background thoughts on the context of the Psalm. Now, on to today's verse. “My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, LORD, I will seek.” (Psalm 27:8) My heart It is his heart that is seeking God, not just his mouth. He is not relying on his ...
7m Oct 20, 2022
7m
S2: "Happy Harvest!" | Malcolm Cox
“HAPPY HARVEST!” | Lev 23:33-43 1. Sukkot: Lev 23:33ff (Soocoat) 2. Jesus, Jn 7:37-39 A. Water from Siloam B. Light of the world, Jn 8:12 C. Vision 3. Transformation A. Transformation was Jesus’ vision B. How is our transformation going? C. Decisions Conclusion, Jn 19:31-37 Please add your comments on this week’s topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about t...
34m Oct 19, 2022
34m
S2 Ep278: Tuesday Teaching Tips | Episode 278 | “What’s in a Word?”
I am preparing a teaching and preaching series for the Thames Valley and Watford churches. We will go through the first epistle to the Thessalonians starting in January 2023. One of the first steps I took was to do a word analysis of the book. In my Accordance Bible software I searched for repeated words. I found 89 verses with 1944 total words and 895 different forms of words. The clear and ...
6m Oct 19, 2022
6m
S2: Class 4 | “The Book of Haggai: The Glory Will Be Greater” | Malcolm Cox
Chapter 2:20-23 1. God inspires flawed leaders, 2.20-23     * Despite mistakes, sins and weakness         1. Grandfather (King Jehoiachin, taken to Babylon in the first exile in 597 B.C. by Nebuchadnezzar; 2 Kings 24:10-17) )         2. Exile (name = ‘descendant of Babel’); Not a great name and not a great heritage!         3. 15 years of failure     * But…God: “I will make…take…have chosen ...
21m Oct 18, 2022
21m
S2: "Are you Thirsty?" | Harvest Service | Malcolm Cox
A sermon for the Thames Valley churches of Christ. We survey Israel's 'Harvest Festival' (Lev 23) and the ways in which Jesus fulfilled its message (Jn 7). 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, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [m...
39m Oct 11, 2022
39m