"Paul the master-persuader", 2 Corinthians 8 & 9
We'll be having a look at the apostle Paul's powers of persuasion in 2 Corinthians chapters eight and nine this Friday at the Bracknell Liesure centre 8 PM.
2m Feb 18, 2016
2m
Luke 6.24–26, "The woes"
What are the woes all about? What are Jesus' warnings really all about? What's wrong with being rich, well fed, laughing, and being popular? #Watford, #GospelofLuke
1m Feb 18, 2016
1m
Luke 6.20 to 23
What does it mean that the followers of Jesus will be blessed if they are poor hungry and weeping? The men of the Watford church of Christ will be meeting on Wednesday to consider this question. For more details email mccx@mac.com
2m Feb 16, 2016
2m
Introduction to 2 Corinthians chapter 5
What are your thoughts on this passage? What does Paul mean when he says that we are "groaning"? Let me know what you think, and see you at Bracknell leisure centre on Friday night.
2m Feb 11, 2016
2m
Luke 6.12 to 19.
Here is this Sunday's text for the Watford Church of Christ. Do you have any questions about this passage? Or does anything stand out to you? #GospelOf Luke
2m Feb 09, 2016
2m
"The message of reconciliation"
This Friday's class is on 2 Corinthians 5.1 to 6.2. Here's a request to do some reading in advance.
1m Feb 08, 2016
1m
What we're reading: "The Leadership Challenge", Leading those who don't have to follow.
Should we give people the opportunity to not follow us? Jesus gave his disciples a choice. Leadership, Jesus, John 6
4m Jan 11, 2016
4m
Tuesday Teaching Tip: "Craftivism"
What is "craftivism", and does it have any relevance to preaching and teaching the Gospel? Craftivism, Parables, Gospel Preaching, Illustrations
5m Jan 05, 2016
5m
What we're reading: "The Power of One" Part 11, "Communion"
What part does the Lord's Supper play in Christian unity? Do our communion celebrations accurately reflect the desires of Jesus? Tim Roberts, Christian Unity, John 17, Brotherhood, Gospel of Matthew, Watford, The Power of One, Communion, Lord's Supper, Table fellowship
4m Dec 30, 2015
4m
What we're reading: "The Power of One" Part 10, "Teamwork"
What does it take for a team of Christian leaders to work together? We take a look at the example of the church in Antioch and the relationship between Paul & Barnabas. Tim Roberts, Christian Unity, John 17, Brotherhood, Acts of the Apostles, Watford, The Power of One, Barnabas, Antioch, Saul, Paul, Leadership, Teamwork
5m Dec 29, 2015
5m
Christian Mindfulness Review: "Resting in God"
I’ve grown to enjoy using the meditations on the “Christian Mindfulness” website. A couple of new meditations have been posted recently and I promised to review them once I’d used them myself. Here, then is my review of the first. #Christian Mindfulness, #Mindfulness, #Meditation
3m Dec 29, 2015
3m
What we're reading, "The Power of One" Part 9, "Peacemakers"
What is the difference between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker? Matthew 18 needs to be read in the context of Matthew 5 if we are to understand the full implications of Christian unity. Tim Roberts, Christian Unity, John 17, Brotherhood, Gospel of Matthew, Watford, The Power of One, Peacekeeper, Peacemaker
4m Dec 28, 2015
4m
What we're reading: "The Power of One" Part 8, "Disagreement"
Jesus knew his followers would disagree with one another. That's why he gave us the instructions of Matthew 18.15-20. What helps you to resolve a dispute with a fellow-believer? If you like this video, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.malcolmcox.org Tim Roberts, Christian Unity, John 17, Brotherhood, Go...
4m Dec 22, 2015
4m
Father, Holy Father, Righteous Father.
We take a quick look at the different forms of address Jesus uses when praying to his father in John 17.
1m Dec 19, 2015
1m
A thankfulness meditation
I received an email from the "life to the full" course. It was an encouragement to be thankful at this time of year. I share it with you along with a quote from the Psalms.
3m Dec 18, 2015
3m
What we're reading, "The Power of One" Part 7 , "Generosity"
The early church were united (Acts 4.32-37) by generosity. Are we prepared to live the generosity required to see true Christian unity? Tim Roberts, Christian Unity, John 17, Brotherhood, Acts, Watford, The Power of One
4m Dec 17, 2015
4m
The human era @ work
An article by the energy project and the Harvard business review
1m Dec 16, 2015
1m
What we're reading: "The Power of One", Part 6, "Sober-Think"
The cost of Christian unity is high. What will it take for us to avoid the problems of arrogance on the one hand, and insecurity on the other? Are we looking for balance when this may not be our best goal? If you like this video, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.malcolmcox.org The Power Of One (Book), W...
5m Dec 11, 2015
5m
What we're reading: "The Power of One", Part 5 - valuing what we lack
In a fifth look at a book by Tim Roberts we consider whether we are truly grateful for what we lack. If we believe in unity in diversity we will value those different from ourselves and in doing so celebrate what we lack! If you like this video, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.malcolmcox.org The Power ...
4m Dec 07, 2015
4m
What we're reading: "The Power of One", Part 4
In this fourth look at Tim Robert's book we ask whether predictability is a good or a bad thing. God is consistent in nature, but not predictable in his actions. What do you think about the predictability of our church services? If you like this, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.malcolmcox.org
3m Nov 30, 2015
3m
What we're reading: "The Power of One", Part 3
God creates unity, we do not, argues Tim Roberts. If that is so, what do you think maintains and enhances Christian unity in the church? If you like this audio, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.malcolmcox.org
3m Nov 26, 2015
3m
What we're reading: "The Power of One", Part 2
What is Christian unity meant to look like? How does the phrase "Unified diversity" grab you?
3m Nov 16, 2015
3m
What we're reading: "The Power of One"
In a recent book by Tim Roberts we're drawn to the example of David. He sets a tremendous example of what it means to forge unity. His expression of that unity in Ps 133 prefigures that of John 17. What does Christian unity look like and mean to you? If you like this video, please click the "like " button and share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: w...
4m Nov 10, 2015
4m
OMQ: "Was Jesus a good Listener?"
We see Jesus speaking, healing and teaching, but when do we see him listening? Was he a good listener? What do you think? Send me an email: mccx@mac.com
1m Oct 29, 2015
1m
A Little Bit Of Luke: Part 6
Luke gives us a particular emphasis on the necessity of the cross and the suffering of Messiah. Why might that be? Here are some references to the Greek word "dei" that Luke uses to emphasis the necessity of things: Luke 2:49; 4:43; 9:22; 13:33; 17:25; 22:7, 37; 24:7, 26, 44 If you like this audio please share with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe. Follow me here: @mccxWebsite: www.m...
3m Oct 22, 2015
3m
A Little Bit Of Luke: Part 5
Why do we have so much information about John "the dipper" (see Josephus)? Isn't the Gospel about Jesus? Perhaps Luke had a reason for giving John so much airtime, but what was it? References to John in Acts: Acts 1:5, 22; 10:37; 11:16; 13:24; 18:25; 19:3–4 The reference from Josephus quoted in the recording: http://www.livius.org/sources/content/josephus-on-john-the-baptist If you like this...
4m Oct 19, 2015
4m
A Little Bit Of Luke: Part 4
God cares about the "sinners", the centurians, the Samaritans and women. Luke wants us to know that God cares about the marginalised. How does he do this?
6m Oct 14, 2015
6m
A Little Bit Of Luke: Part 3
Luke wants us to know that God cares about the Gentiles. How does he do this?
4m Oct 12, 2015
4m
"A little bit of Luke": Part 2
Luke was a loyal companion to Paul - right there near the end of his life when everyone else had left. How important do you think this relationship was? How might it have affected the Gospel and the book of Acts?
3m Oct 09, 2015
3m
A Little Bit Of Luke: Part 1
Who was this "Luke"? What do we know about him? Why do we even think he wrote the book we call "Luke"? We're teaching through the Gospel of Luke and this series (ALBOL) will accompany the lessons as we go.#GospelofLuke #Irenaeus #Marcion #MuratorianFragment #ApostlePaul #Colossians #Gentiles #LukeThePhysician
3m Oct 08, 2015
3m
How to give sermon feedback
What's the best way to give a preacher feedback on their sermon? I have three tips.
4m Oct 01, 2015
4m
OMQ: "Mustard Parable Point" Mark 4.32
What do you think Jesus hoped his parable about the mustard seed would achieve? What response was he looking for in his followers? Any ideas?
1m Sep 26, 2015
1m
OMQ: "Birds and Branches" Mark 4.32
Jesus tells his hearers that a mustard tree grows such that “birds can perch in its shade.” (Mark 4:32 NIV11). What might be the significance of this? Any thoughts?
1m Sep 25, 2015
1m
OMQ: "The Largest Tree?" Mark 4.32
In the parable of the mustard seed Jesus says that the mustard tree is the "largest of all garden plants, with such big branches that the birds can perch in its shade.” (Mark 4:30–32 NIV11). Does this make sense? What was his point? Any ideas? Please let me know.
1m Sep 24, 2015
1m
OMQ, "Going to Ghana"
I'm off to Ghana at the weekend to see some friends in the church there and to speak at various church events. I'd value any advice on customs, how to connect with the Gospel and anything else that might make the trip worthwhile and effective. Do you have any advice for me? Please leave a comment or email me: mccx@mac.com. Many thanks, and God bless, Malcolm
1m Sep 09, 2015
1m
"OMQ": Turning Back? John 6.66
Some of the disciples turn back and leave Jesus. We can understand the crowds and the Pharisees not following him, but why his disciples? Any insights?
1m Sep 05, 2015
1m
"OMQ": Hard Teaching? John 6.60
Jesus demands that his followers eat his flesh and drink his blood. This certainly sounds strange, but why is is "hard"? Any ideas?
1m Sep 04, 2015
1m
"OMQ": Never Hungry? John 6.35
Jesus said those who came to him and believed in him would never go hungry or thirsty. What kind of hunger and thirst is he promising to satisfy? What are your thoughts?
1m Sep 03, 2015
1m
"OMQ": Why, "When"? John 6.25
The crowd follow Jesus across the lake and the first question they ask him is "when" did he get there? Why, "when" as a question? Any ideas?
1m Sep 02, 2015
1m
"OMQ": Tidy Jesus, John 6.12-13
Why does Jesus tell his disciples to pick up all the left-overs? Is he just being tidy, or does the number 12 have some significance? What do you think?
1m Sep 01, 2015
1m
OMQ: "Philip's Test", John 6.5-6
If Jesus already knew what he was going to do, why did he test Philip? Doesn't that seem a little mean? What do you think?
1m Aug 31, 2015
1m
OMQ: "No Inquiry", Joshua 9.14
The Israelites eat the food but do not "inquire of the LORD." What does that mean?
1m Aug 28, 2015
1m
OMQ: "The Curious Curse", Joshua 9.23
Because of their decption the Gibeonites are cursed with being, "woodcutters and water carriers for the house of my God.” Is that such a bad thing? Why might it be a "curse"?
1m Aug 27, 2015
1m
OMA: The Missing King, Joshua 9.11
A suggestion from my friend Joe Cronje might be the answer to the missing King.
1m Aug 25, 2015
1m
OMQ: "The Missing King", Joshua 9.11
The Gibeonites mention their elders, but not a king. Do they have one and not reveal it, or do they not have a king?
1m Aug 24, 2015
1m
OMQ: "Why don't the Gibeonites mention Jericho?" Joshua 9.
In Joshua 9 the Gibeonites mention the fame of the God of Israel and what He did in Egypt and to Sihon & Og. But why don't they mention the victories at Jericho and Ai?
1m Aug 20, 2015
1m
OMQ: Why don't the Gibeonites fight? Joshua 9.
Other kings west of the Jordan go to battle with the Israelites, but the Gibeonites do not. Why do you think that might have been?
1m Aug 17, 2015
1m
Simeon & Levi, Genesis 49, an OMQ
Why the difference in the dispersals of Simeon and Levi? One disappears while the other is spread over the land. Any ideas as to why?
1m Aug 06, 2015
1m
"Jacob in Hebrews", Genesis 48
Why does the writer to the Hebrews regard the act of Jacob blessing the sons of Joseph as the outstanding example of faith in his life?“By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons, and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.” (Hebrews 11:21 NIV11)
1m Aug 04, 2015
1m
Rachel's Death, Genesis 48
Why does Jacob (Israel) mention Rachel's death to Joseph at this point of the narrative? Surely this was not news to Joseph. #Joseph #Genesis # Rachel #Jacob #Israel #Ephraim #Manasseh
1m Aug 03, 2015
1m