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Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
In this sermon for the Watford church of Christ we examine the healthy practices of the early church.
What does it mean to be devoted to the apostles teaching, the fellowship, the breaking of bread and the prayers?
I include here some of the quotes used in the sermon:
“It was a small group…whom Jesus commissioned to carry on his work, and bring the gospel to the whole world. They were not distinguished; they were not well educated; they had no influential backers. In their own nation they were nobodies and, in any case, their own nation was a mere second-class province on the eastern extremity of the Roman map. If they had stopped to weigh up the probabilities of succeeding in their mission, even granted their conviction that Jesus was alive and that his Spirit went with them to equip them for the task, that hearts must surely have sunk, so heavily were they weighted against them. How could they possibly succeed? And yet they did.” Evangelism in the early church, Michael Green.
Chrysostom [347-407; Constantinople]‘This was an angelic commonwealth, not to call anything of theirs their own. Forthwith the root of evils was cut out.… None reproached, none envied, none grudged; no pride, no contempt was there.… The poor man knew no shame, the rich no haughtiness.’
The Methodist Covenant PrayerI am no longer my own but yours.
Put me to what you will, rank me with whom you will;
put me to doing, put me to suffering;
let me be employed for you, or laid aside for you,
exalted for you, or brought low for you;
let me be full, let me be empty,
let me have all things, let me have nothing:
I freely and wholeheartedly yield all things to your pleasure and disposal.
And now, glorious and blessed God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
you are mine and I am yours. So be it.
And the covenant now made on earth, let it be ratified in heaven.'
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Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here’s the email: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto:malcolm@malcolmcox.org).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
A sermon for the Watford Church of Christ
1. Spirit at work, vv25-27 - Working before Pentecost - Year past & year to come - Messy, but glorious - Much like 2021!
2. Salvation at work, vv29-32 - "They are both living in a world of patient hope, where suffering has become a way of life. It now appears that God’s appointed redeemer will deal with this suffering by sharing it himself." Wright, N. T. Luke for Everyone. 4. Accordance electronic edition, version 2.3. Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2011. - Available to all
3. Sword at work, vv33-35 - 'rhomphaia' denotes a large sword - Jesus came to serve us at a high cost - We imitate him - Is there a serving-focus God is presenting to you in 2022?
Conclusion- Jesus will himself fall & rise- Communion celebrates this
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto:malcolm@malcolmcox.org).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
As Christmas approaches we take a look at the experience of Joseph and his encounter with the angel.
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Join us in our adventure: 10.30 AM at the West Watford Free church, Tolpits Lane, WD18 6NU
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Thanks again for listening. Have a super day.
God bless,
Malcolm
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
In this sermon for the Watford Church of Christ we take a look at one of the most confusing, yet, also surprisingly practical chapters from the gospel of Mark.
I do my best to give an overview of the meaning of the abomination that causes desolation and the other extraordinary predictions of Jesus.
In the end, however, we must reckon with the warnings in this chapter.
“Watch out (5)… Do not be alarmed (7)… Be on your guard (9)… Do not worry (11)… stand firm (13)… Flee (14)… Pray (18)… Do not be deceived (21-22)… Be on your guard (23)… Be on your guard (33)… Be alert (33)… Watch (35)… Watch! (37).
Can you answer these four questions?
1. What do we need to "watch out”/be on our guard for?
2. How can we stay alert without being anxious?- ““Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” (John 14:1 ESV) - “teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”” (Matthew 28:20 ESV)
3. What helps us to stand firm when under attack?- “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” (Galatians 5:1 NIV11)- “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place,” (Ephesians 6:14 NIV11)- “So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter.” (2Thess 2:15 NIV11)
4. What prevents us from being deceived?- 1 Cor 15:33 “Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.”- “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” (1John 1:8 ESV) - “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.” (Galatians 6:7 ESV)
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Saturday Nov 27, 2021
Saturday Nov 27, 2021
In this sermon for the Watford Church of Christ we examine what it means to love God with everything we have, and our neighbour as ourself. What does it mean, and what does it not mean to love God in this way?
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
In this sermon for the Watford Church of Christ we look at a king on a colt. Why was Jesus riding a colt into Jerusalem? Wasn't he bothered by people throwing their cloaks on the ground in front of him? What did it mean that the crowd shouted about the kingdom, and David?
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
In this sermon for the Watford Church of Christ, Stefan Wolmarans examines the teaching of Jesus regarding servant leadership.
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
In this sermon for the Watford Church of Christ, we explore the issue of iffy faith. How much faith do we need, and how should we react when something appears to be impossible?
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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).
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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)
God bless, Malcolm
Saturday Oct 30, 2021
Saturday Oct 30, 2021
HandoutWe take a look at a man who sees people walking like trees (whatever that means?!) and the lessons for followers of Jesus today. What do we see? Who do we see?This was a sermon for the Watford church of Christ.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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/). Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. “Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) God bless, Malcolm
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Click here for the sermon handout.In this week's sermon for the Watford Church of Christ we venture into enemy territory. Jesus goes to Tyre. He looks for privacy, but finds a desperate woman prepared to eat crumbs. What is going on?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: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto: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](http://www.malcolmcox.org/). Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. “Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) God bless, Malcolm