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Creativity Is The CureDavid WishSend us a textMusic Will Founder & Chief Vision Officer David Wish discusses how creativity affects his work and personal life.Fueled by his belief that all people are innately musical, Dave Wish founded Music Will, a nonprofit organization that funds and runs one of the largest instrumental and vocal music programs in US public schools today. Music Will is also a leading provider of free instruments and curriculum. Dave has initiated and managed the launch of campaigns to restore, expand and innovate music education for more than 1,000,000 children in 44 states.2025-06-261h 38
Based Camp | Simone & Malcolm CollinsIncels Are Importing More Women Than You Think: With David LorenzoIn this episode, hosts Malcolm and Simone are joined by Swedish demographer David Lorenzo to discuss intriguing demographic shifts. Delving into the incel crisis in Europe and the United States, the conversation explores how this has driven a mass female immigration into Western countries. The discussion highlights the gender-balanced migration trends often misrepresented in the media, particularly from regions like Northern Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Additionally, they examine the factors contributing to the crashing birth rates in the second generation of immigrants in Northern Europe and other surprising demographic trends. The episode touches on the impact...2025-05-0553 min
Theology In Pieces56 - The Anti-Greed Gospel: A Revolutionary Conversation with Malcolm Foley on the Battle with Mammon.Send us a Question!Join us as we engage in a profound discussion addressing greed's pervasive and insidious influence in our lives. In this episode, we welcome our own, Malcolm Foley, author of "The Anti-Greed Gospel," who offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of money, race, and spirituality. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, this new world order with the new administration, Malcolm reiterates how greed perpetuates a cycle of exploitation, violence, and lies that affect all areas of our life.Malcolm shares his insights on how the church can actively...2025-02-281h 25
In The Growth Space#171 Malcolm Peace - How to Strategically Sell and Transition your BusinessOn this episode of In The Growth Space, David interviews Malcolm Peace, the founder of Tsetserra Growth Partners, based in Texas. Malcolm specializes in working with small to midsize businesses, helping them navigate ownership transitions. His company partners with long-standing business owners on the verge of retirement, ensuring their legacy and culture live on through carefully crafted succession plans. Tune in as Malcolm shares how his team rewrites the operating playbook while keeping the essence of the business intact for future success.
In this episode, David and Malcolm explore:
How Malcolm partners with business owners to...2024-09-2343 min
Malcolm Cox"You Are A Wonder!" | Psalm 139 | Malcolm Cox | 11 Aug 2024The world tells us we are worthless unless we measure up to body type, income level, educational achievement, etc. What is our antidote to that?
Show notes here: https://www.malcolmcox.org/you-are-a-wonder-psalm-139-malcolm-cox-11-aug-2024/
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On The EdgeCapital in Lower & Middle Equity Markets with David Butler of Argosy Real Estate PartnersIn this episode, Host Malcolm Davies, founder of Way Capital, speaks with David Butler, co-CEO and Managing Partner of Argosy Real Estate Partners. Argosy creates diversified opportunistic, value-added, core-plus real estate investment portfolios through joint ventures with operating partners. Gain a greater understanding of: Argosy Real Estate Partners: Who They Are & What They Do Navigating Low and Mid-Market Equity Markets Fund and Asset Management and Strategy Cycles Working Through Asset and Economic Challenges Benefits of Geographically Diverse Locations Future Projections for the...2024-08-0536 min
Office Hours with David MeltzerDr. Malcolm Lesavoy, Andrew Lacy, Ricardo Jimenez, Wayne SamiereDr. Malcolm LesavoyDr. Malcolm Lesavoy, a distinguished reconstructive and plastic surgeon, served as Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and was a professor at UCLA School of Medicine for 23 years. He now runs a private practice in Beverly Hills and remains a Clinical Professor at UCLA’s School of Medicine. Patients at his practice benefit from his vast experience and innovative techniques. Whether seeking facial rejuvenation, chin or neck improvements, or procedures like rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, or liposuction, Dr. Lesavoy, one of the most renowned American Board of Plastic Surgery Ce...2024-08-0249 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 372 | “Plain Speaking - series summary” | Preach Christ! | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip wrapping up the 30-part series based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
I’m not going to attempt a comprehensive summary, but instead offer a charge.
Preach Christ
John the Baptist heralded the Kingdom, Jesus preached the arrival of the Kingdom, and he sent his followers to do the same. The good news is that the kingdom is here, and all can enter to receive the life of Christ.
Make that the core of what you preach.
...2024-07-2302 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 371 | “Plain Speaking - growing good speakers” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"Good speakers aren't born. They're made. And a congregation can play an enormous role in growing up a perpetual crop of good speakers." 144
Good notice
Training and mentoring
Further education
"The first preachers of the gospel were men without any advanced education. However, they had received training from Jesus or his apostles. And they were a mighty army indeed!" 148
What are your thoughts on the ideas Bercot raises?
Conc...2024-07-1602 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 370 | “Plain Speaking - listeners pet peeves” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 370 | “Plain Speaking - listeners' pet peeves” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"Whether you're someone who preaches regularly or only occasionally, here's some feedback that your listeners would like to tell you but probably never will." 139
Rambling
Lack of eye contact
Monotone
Too many Scriptures
Apologising at the start
Wishy-washy
Weird volume changes
Chip on the shoulder
Bad habits
Grooming
What are your thoughts on the points Bercot raises?
Conclusion
Next...2024-07-0902 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 369 | “Plain Speaking - preaching with power: prophetic preaching” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 369 | “Plain Speaking - preaching with power: prophetic preaching” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Bercot emphasises the conversational nature of speaking, but there is a place for the prophetic, by which he means those speakers who convey a sense of dramatic urgency. "Typically, their goal is to convict their hearers of sin and for the need of repentance. They don't want to make their listeners comfortable; they want to make them uncomfortable. They often seek to bring...2024-07-0202 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 368 | “Plain Speaking - preparing an expository sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 368 | “Plain Speaking - preparing an expository sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Bercot focuses on topical sermons because "they are usually the easiest for beginning speakers". However, he has a helpful chapter on expository sermons.
Bercot offers six steps.
1 paragraph
Natural divisions
Propositions
Connections
Main theme
Illustrations
What are your thoughts on the steps Bercot proposes?
Conclusion
Next time, we will explore preaching with power.
Has t...2024-06-2502 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 367 | “Plain Speaking - make your devotionals special” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 367 | “Plain Speaking - make your devotionals special” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"A good devotional…should immediately capture your listeners' interest and sharpen their appetite..."
Bercot offers the following thoughts.
Short
A stimulus
1 point
1 illustration
Immediate application
This recording comes out after I'm will have done something like this at one of our services in Watford. I want to help the congregation - and especially the children - to engage with the t...2024-06-1802 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 366 | “Plain Speaking - Reading Scriptures with Zest” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 366 | “Plain Speaking - Reading Scriptures with Zest” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"...it's of utmost importance that when you read from the Bible, it enhances your sermon rather than detracts from it." 112
Bercot offers several tips. Five are below.
Check your references
Read an intelligible translation
Repeat the Scripture reference
Pause before reading
Read with expression. For example, think of how different Matthew 5.3 sounds when we read it with meaning.
What are...2024-06-1102 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 365 | “Plain Speaking - Memory lapses and bloopers” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"Bloopers and memory lapses are no big deal...you can conquer the fear they've held over you."
Bercot offers the following advice.
Own Up
If something minor goes wrong, don't draw attention to it. Otherwise the congregation will be unnecessarily distracted. Not so long ago I didn't have the page numbers printed on my sermon notes. I got the pages in a muddle. Rather than draw attention to the fact, I paus...2024-06-0402 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 364 | “Plain Speaking - how to handle speaker’s fright” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 364 | “Plain Speaking - how to handle speaker’s fright” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
An old survey claimed that people fear speaking in public more than they fear death. That claim has been debunked, but it resonates because talking in front of other people is one of the very most exposed places to be. We are vulnerable. What do we do when our insecurities take hold? In short, we do not attempt to...2024-05-2802 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 363 | “Plain Speaking - landing your plane on time” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 363 | “Plain Speaking - landing your plane on time” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
“Your message may be nearly perfect in every other respect, but if you preach longer than you are supposed to, you can quickly lose the good will of your listeners.” 95
Bercot offers us four steps for us to take to ensure we land on time.
Fit the topic to the time. How much time is...2024-05-2102 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 362 | “Plain Speaking - five things that can spoil an otherwise good sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 362 | “Plain Speaking - five things that can spoil an otherwise good sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
As a delicious dish can be ruined by one lousy ingredient, so a good lesson can be spoiled by small distractions. What might seem a minor detail to you as a speaker may appear majorly problematic to your hearers. Bercot offers us five issues to consider.
Mispronunciation. The odd word here or there...2024-05-1402 min
D-constructing TopicsEpisode 34: Malcolm X and the White LiberalsEpisode 34: Malcolm X and the White Liberals
Welcome to the D-Constructing Topics podcast, where we deconstruct topics. In this episode, we delve into the profound influence of Malcolm X (born Malcolm Little, later el-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz; May 19, 1925 – February 21, 1965) on the American Muslim community and the civil rights movement. As a spokesman for the Nation of Islam, he passionately advocated for Black empowerment and the promotion of Islam within the Black community. We explore the reasons behind the lack of universal acceptance of Malcolm X's views by the mainstream media and some black leaders who claim to champion the empower...2024-05-0830 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 361 | “Plain Speaking - Speak With an Interesting and Clear Voice” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 361 | “Plain Speaking - Speak With an Interesting and Clear Voice” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
It is crucial to know what we are talking about and present it with confidence and conviction. However, what difference does the quality of our voice make? Bercot makes this observation:
“In daily conversation, we seem naturally to know how to make our voice pleasant and interesting. We rarely speak in a monotone when talkin...2024-05-0702 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 360 | “Plain Speaking - Speak With Life” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 360 | “Plain Speaking - Speak With Life” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
What does it mean to ‘speak with life’? Well, does your lesson have ‘life’ in it? Does it contain a spark? If so, it will fly from your mouth to your listener’s heart and set it aflame. What does life look like in a speaker? Enthusiasm. Bercot shares three healthy expressions of enthusiasm in a preacher.
Gestures. Our bodie...2024-04-3002 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 359 | “Plain Speaking - Listening to your Listeners” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 359 | “Plain Speaking - Listening to your Listeners” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
In the previous episode, we explored eye contact. What does this have to do with listening to our listeners? As Bercot says, ’When you make eye contact with your listeners, you’ll soon find that they’re communicating back to you.’ 75 How does this help our speaking effectiveness? Let’s discuss what to look out for and how to respond.
2024-04-2302 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 358 | “Plain Speaking - Eye Contact” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 358 | “Plain Speaking - Eye Contact” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
In the previous episode, we explored conversational preaching. What part does eye contact play? As Bercot says, ’None of us enjoy conversing with someone who rarely looks at us.’ 72 How do we maintain healthy eye contact?
Look at people. Make eye contact with specific people - briefly. Don’t stare at someone.
Move around. Look at people in the front row, t...2024-04-1602 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 357 | “Plain Speaking - Speak Conversationally” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 357 | “Plain Speaking - Speak Conversationally” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
In the previous episode we explored being ourselves when speaking. As Bercot says, ’The ultimate expression of being yourself is speaking conversationally.’ Why does this matter, and how do we do it?
Domination is deadly. Have you ever been at a party where you’ve been cornered by a bore? You know the kind of person. The one who speaks at you, does not recog...2024-04-0802 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 356 | “Plain Speaking - Be Yourself” | Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 356 | “Plain Speaking - Be Yourself” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Are you trying to sound like someone else when you speak? Please don’t. You have a personality for a reason. Be yourself. Reading the public teachings of Jesus and Paul, it is clear they spoke differently. If the book of James is a collection of sermons as many scholars think, they also ‘sound’ very different from Jesus. Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel are different in style as well a...2024-04-0202 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 355 | “Plain Speaking - your speaking notes” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 355 | “Plain Speaking - your speaking notes” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Different philosophies exist about the value or otherwise of using notes when you speak. What does Bercot think? He follows this process:
Type up a detailed sermon outline
Print it off and read it through making sure it makes sense
Highlight key points (words) of the message
Type a new version of the message using only th...2024-03-2602 min
Malcolm CoxQuiet Time Coaching Episode 511 | New Creation Series — Part 3 | “What is a Spiritual Life?” | Malcolm CoxQuiet Time Coaching Episode 511 | New Creation Series — Part 3 | “What is a Spiritual Life” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
A new creation! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to this series on the topic of ‘A new creation’.
QUESTION: What is a 'spiritual life'?
A 'with-God' life that effects an on-going transformation towards Christ-likeness through the power of the Spirit.
2 Corinthians 3.18
“And all of us, with unveiled faces, seeing the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lor...2024-03-2104 min
Malcolm Cox"New Creation - New Sight” | Matthew 20.29-34 | 17Mar24 | Malcolm CoxA New Creation, Matthew 20.29-37 — New Sight
Introduction
What is the question?
Who does God accept?
Rich law-keepers?
Ethnic Israel?
Leaders?
Associates?
What is revealed? About God? About Jesus? About following Jesus?
“As they were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed him. There were two blind men sitting by the roadside. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they shouted, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!” The crowd sternly ordered them to be quiet; but they shouted even more loudly, “Have mercy on us, Lord, Son of David!”...2024-03-1926 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 354 | “Plain Speaking - rousing introductions and conclusions” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 354 | “Plain Speaking - rousing introductions and conclusions” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
"The introduction and conclusion of your sermon are like the appetiser and dessert of a meal.” Although a starter and a pudding are optional, they certainly add something special to a meal!
A good introduction needs to accomplish two purposes according to Bercot:
Capture your hearer’s interest -
Let your hearers know...2024-03-1902 min
Malcolm Cox"A New Creation” | 10Mar24 | Malcolm CoxA New Creation, 2 Co 5.17
Introduction
Lessons from 'a new thing’ - Isaiah 43.19
Abraham: The promises of God (doing things his way) create a legacy far exceeding anything we can achieve by our own efforts
Rahab: When you get an inkling of God's movements, follow along and fit in, even though it might mean you lose your house!
Elijah: Get refreshed by God - don't give up
Daniel: Impact in a culture opposed to your faith
Esther: Don't underestimate the impact one person can have (with support)
Nehemiah: Blessed are those who mourn2024-03-1530 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 353 | “Plain Speaking - organising and sculpturing your material” | Malcolm Cox Teaching Tip 353 | “Plain Speaking - organising and sculpturing your material” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
“If you want to be an effective speaker, you have to organise your material. Otherwise, your listeners won't be able to follow where you're going... If it isn't organised it will…sound to the congregation as if you're just rambling.” 52
Two steps are necessary according to Bercot:
Organise your material into three parts: An introduction...2024-03-1202 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 352 | “Plain Speaking - Illustrations make a sermon memorable” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 352 | “Plain Speaking - Illustrations make a sermon memorable” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Illustrations are important for three reasons according to Bercot:
They help your listeners to understand - they gave your listeners an ‘a-ha!’ moment.
They engage your listeners - it's like adding flavouring to a meal. Chilli, salt, pepper…..
They aid your hearers to remember what you said - illustrations linger long in the memory after t...2024-03-0502 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 351 | “Plain Speaking - building your sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 351 | “Plain Speaking - building your sermon” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
“These steps are flexible and can be adapted to your own preferences. But to be an effective speaker, you will want to follow some plan." Page 37
Six steps according to Bercot:
Praying for guidance - including listening. Why are we afraid of silence? “Silence gave me space to remember that my most urgent spiritual questions are not necessarily...2024-02-2702 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 350 | “Plain Speaking - Having a goal” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 350 | “Plain Speaking - Having a goal” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Every meaningful activity has a goal. The nature of the goal will vary, but the goal will be clear to those involved. Bercot uses the illustrations of playing volleyball and building a house. There is no point gathering to play or build without a goal in mind.
Is this applicable to speaking in church? Yes, because God’s word is ‘alive...2024-02-2002 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 349 | “Plain Speaking - Choosing the right topic ” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 350 | “Plain Speaking - Having a goal” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Every meaningful activity has a goal. The nature of the goal will vary, but the goal will be clear to those involved. Bercot uses the illustrations of playing volleyball and building a house. There is no point gathering to play or build without a goal in mind.
Is this applicable to speaking in church? Yes, because God’s word is ‘alive...2024-02-1302 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 348 | “Plain Speaking - Preparing seven days a week” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 348 | “Plain Speaking - Preparing seven days a week” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
It has been said that before the speaker prepares their lesson, God prepares the speaker. How does this happen?
One way is in noticing what God is up to. What is he doing around you and in you? He is at work seven days a week. When we talk about ‘preparing seven days a week’ we’re not referring...2024-02-0602 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 347 | “Plain Speaking - Preaching is organised conversation” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 347 | “Plain Speaking - Preaching is organised conversation” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Speaking in a congregational setting is not making a speech. That’s for politicians and professional orators. Preaching is more like having a conversation. Having a conversation is much less stressful that ‘making a speech’. Let me illustrate.
Imagine you are in the fellowship at the end of a church service. Someone asks you how you became a Christian. Yo...2024-01-3002 min
Malcolm CoxQuiet Time Coaching Episode 473 | New Thing Series — Part 28 | “Rahab’s Future” | Malcolm Cox
Quiet Time Coaching Episode 473 | New Thing Series — Part 28 | “Rahab’s Future” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
A new thing! I'm Malcolm Cox. Welcome to your daily devotional podcast anchored in Isaiah 43:19: 'See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.'
We are currently looking at God doing a new thing in the life of Rahab. Today we explore Rahab’s future.
“Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Ja...2024-01-2804 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 346 | “Plain Speaking - Anyone can learn to speak effectively” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 346 | “Plain Speaking - Anyone can learn to speak effectively” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Some people think speaking in public is a gift given to a few. I contend the opposite. I believe that almost everybody can speak effectively. How do I know this?
Can you carry on a conversation? Are you able to have a chat with your spouse, friend, neighbour?
In addition, do you have the Holy Spirit?
Then yo...2024-01-2302 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 345 | “Plain Speaking - Don’t settle for mediocrity” | Malcolm Cox
Teaching Tip 345 | “Plain Speaking - Don’t settle for mediocrity” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 2 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
Too much preaching and teaching is mediocre. A travesty!
The Holy Spirit is not a limitation on your effectiveness as a speaker - he is an unlimited resource
More likely, your lack of passion is the problem. We need to find the fire. How do we grow in our desire to speak about God for the benefit of other...2024-01-1602 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 344 | “Plain Speaking - It doesn't take a seminary education to preach” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip based on chapter 1 of the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.
My first preaching experience: Half a sermon; profound sense of being an imposter; doing the opposite of the advice I was given. I was not asked again for a long time!
What God wants is more important than what you want, your peers want, those who evaluate you want, and your listeners want.
Three necessary things according to Bercot:
The anointing of the Holy Spirit. More on this next...2024-01-0902 min
Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 343 | Plain Speaking | Introduction | Malcolm CoxTeaching Tip 343 | “Plain Speaking - Introduction” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
How would you like to be more effective in your preaching and teaching? If, like me, you want to grow as a speaker of God's word, then I have a resource for you.
It's a new year, so it's time for a new series of Teaching Tips. In a change from the normal approach I will be recording 2-minute tips based on chapters from the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively" by David Bercot.

From the rear cover of the book:...2024-01-0202 min
Based Camp | Simone & Malcolm CollinsReplatform A Conference Fighting the Virus with David RagsdaleIf you put in the promo code BASEDYou will get 10% off on both tickets and exhibitinghttps://www.ReplatformVegas.comWe chat with Replatform conference organizer David Ragsdale about the emerging parallel/freedom economy arising due to woke cancel culture and government overreach. Topics include the diverse mix of disaffected groups converging (social conservatives, libertarians, ex-Dem health freedom advocates), false historical view of corporations as right-wing, mechanics of cancellation methodologies and triggers, looming systemic collapse irrespective of politics, intergenerational investment in ideological camps, and why clusters of hucksters signal the shape of...2023-12-1459 min
Malcolm Cox“Search me…and lead me”, Class 1, Thames Valley churches of Christ, December 2023, Malcolm Cox
Reflect, Renew, and Rejoice: A Spiritual Review of the Last 12 Months for Christians and Christian Groups
Introduction
“Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” (Psalm 139:23-24 NRSV)
As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time for us to conduct a spiritual review of the past 12 months. Reflecting on our personal and congregational spiritual journey can deepen our relationship with God, provide valuable insights, and help us discern to will...2023-12-0612 min
Just Making ConversationEpisode 16 - Chat with David Harris from 3D GizmoHello! 3D Gizmo and the 3D printing hobby is David Harris's bag. James and Malcolm take the bag, turn it inside out and shake out the crumbs for us all to hear.
WARNING: The actions described in this podcast are fictional and should not be attempted by anyone. Electrical audio equipment should be kept away from moist environments and vice versa
Show Notes:
3D Gizmo Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/3dgizmo
Instagram:3d_gizmo_3D Gizmo
website:
https://3dgizmo.wixsite.com/scale-models
Caen Model Club Fac...2023-12-041h 18
Malcolm CoxWhat Will We Be Remembered For Remembrance Sunday 2023 Malcolm CoxIntroduction
1605
Remember, remember, the 5th of November,
Gunpowder, treason and plot.
I see no reason why gunpowder treason should ever be forgot.
Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes, 'twas his intent
To blow up the King and the Parliament
Three score barrels of powder below
Poor old England to overthrow
By God's providence he was catch'd
With a dark lantern and burning match
Holler boys, holler boys, let the bells ring
Holler boys, holler boys, God save the King!
Remembering the right things is important
QUESTION: What...2023-11-1530 min
Malcolm CoxTuesday Teaching Tip 335 | Biblical Preaching - Part 7 | Making Dry Bones Live | Malcolm CoxToday we look at the seventh chapter — ‘Making Dry Bones Live’.
We have a point, it is relevant to our audience and the outline makes sense. Now what? It is time to make dry bones live! A skeleton is necessary for life, but it is inadequate on its own. Below I give you the outline of the chapter in Haddon Robinson's book. I won't repeat what he says for more eloquently and powerfully than myself. What I will do is add some observations on the topic from my own experience.
Check your facts
I will never...2023-10-3107 min
Binge Essentials54. Malcolm in the Middle with David RochaLife is unfair. Or, at least, it seems that way from Malcolm's point of view. David slides over to the guest seat to discuss Malcolm in the Middle! The early 2000s Fox classic has left a much bigger impact on television that most people probably don't realize. Additionally, we have a family featuring a cast that were at the top of their game. Do we want a reunion? What does the family live? We answer these questions and many more.
Have a thought or question? bingeessentials@gmail.comClick here to visit our...2023-07-061h 15
Malcolm CoxS2: Men and Women in Christ | David and Abigail | Malcolm Cox
A sermon for the Watford church of Christ
Dates: 11thC BC - 'a festive time'
Geography: Maon and Perez - Wilderness
David's situation in context
Samuel dead - his key supporter - King-in-waiting - like Charles
Chased by Saul - Wife given away. - Could have killed him (has another opportunity later) - Remaining priest
Opening scenes
David's men and Nabal, vv4-13
Nabal's servant and Abigail, vv14-19
Abigail's Actions, vv20-31
Abigail
Her courage: An armed militia - in a ravine
Humility (vulnerable)
Straight-talking explanation: Nabal is a f...2023-05-1633 min
Malcolm CoxTuesday Teaching Tip 311 | The Beatitudes and Effective Communication: Lessons for Preachers and Teachers | “Blessed are the pure in heart” | Malcolm Cox
Introduction
What would it be like to preach and teach through the filter of the beatitudes? What would the impact be on us as speakers and our congregations as listeners? Today, we will look at the sixth beatitude:
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” (Matthew 5:8 NIV11)
Mercy is connected to purity. Showing mercy needs a pure heart because it must be done altruistically. Although the merciful will be shown mercy, the reward is not something that a merciful person thinks about.
The Meaning in the context of the Gos...2023-05-1609 min
Nostalgia TrapNostalgia Trap - Episode 359: It's Always Sunny in California w/ Malcolm HarrisMalcolm Harris is a writer, cultural critic, and prominent voice on the post-Occupy American left. He joins us this week to discuss his latest book, Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and the World, which tells the story of how California became the primary machine of American empire. From railroads and universities to social media platforms and artificial intelligence, Harris traces a history that re-orients our understanding of the West Coast’s central place in the past and future of global capitalism. Check out Malcolm’s previous Nostalgia Trap appearance: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-120-bad-2...2023-04-251h 02Nostalgia TrapNostalgia Trap - Episode 359: It's Always Sunny in California w/ Malcolm HarrisMalcolm Harris is a writer, cultural critic, and prominent voice on the post-Occupy American left. He joins us this week to discuss his latest book, Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and the World, which tells the story of how California became the primary machine of American empire. From railroads and universities to social media platforms and artificial intelligence, Harris traces a history that re-orients our understanding of the West Coast’s central place in the past and future of global capitalism. Check out Malcolm’s previous Nostalgia Trap appearance: https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-120-bad-2...2023-04-251h 02In The Growth Space#120 Malcolm Nowlin - How Perseverance and Attitude Shapes your MindsetWelcome to In The Growth Space. If you’re a business leader with a hunger for growth, this podcast is for you!
This week David is joined by Malcolm Nowlin, a motivational and transformational keynote speaker, event emcee, and moderator. His story is one of challenge, tragedy and ultimately triumph as he navigated a youth surrounded by drug and alcohol addiction and poverty. Today, as an accomplished speaker, vocal performer, community and business leader, and man of faith, Malcolm brings his passion for serving others to every appearance and event.
In this episode, you’...2023-04-0342 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 37: Being an Elder with David ReisWhat happens to men when they get older?
What role can they still play, and how can they share their life experience and wisdom?
What function can they serve as they enter their 'golden years', for other men and their community, and why do so few men do so in the west?
To answer these questions and find out about the value of being an 'elder', I've invited my friend and mentor David Reis onto the podcast.
This episode was recorded a few months back, and David is...2023-03-3051 min
Speaking Out of PlacePalo Alto, California, Capitalism, the World: A Conversation with Malcolm HarrisIn this episode of Speaking Out of Place, we talk with Malcolm Harris, author of a new book entitled, Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and the World. Working our way back from the recent meltdown of the Silicon Valley Bank and the massive, toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, to the founding of the city of Palo Alto by Leland Stanford as a haven from labor unrest in San Francisco and his first endeavor there, the world’s largest stock farm, to the founding of the university that bears his son’s name, we discover the ghost...2023-03-151h 10
Malcolm CoxTEACHING TIPS 297 | SPEAKING TO ALL GENERATIONS PT4 | TELEIOS CONFERENCE | MALCOLM COXMy thoughts on the second day of the Teleios conference. The sessions I attended were:
David Kinnaman: “The Open Generation”
Nadine Templer: “Gen Z and their view of the Gospel”
Hannah Desouza; “Gen Z: the Next Forty Years”
Kyle Spears: “Gen Z and the The Role of Community”
You can watch live and recorded sessions by registering here: https://www.teleiosconference.com
Leave a message with your response to my thoughts.
God bless, Malcolm2023-02-2810 min
The Travel AddictThe great expat experience. New Yorker David McKeegan and his family have lived and worked on 3 continents.David McKeegan, his wife and 3 sons have lived in South America, Central America, Europe and Asia.If fact, his 3 sons were born in different continents.After David and his wife got their masters degree in Barcelona, they created a company to help other expats with their taxation issues and filings to the U.S. Government.A great service they offer, since it is a complicated process.Currently enjoying the country of Costa Rica, he has lived in Bali (twice), London, Argentina and Uruguay amongst others.He has no plans to move back to the U...2023-02-1938 min
Trade Entrepreneur Podcast#31 - Net Zero: A Looming Skills Crisis? Interview with Malcolm Farrow of OFTECDavid is joined this week by Malcolm Farrow, Head of Public Affairs at OFTEC to discuss the UK's 2050 pledge for renewable energy - and what it means for businesses and consumers2022-08-1442 min
Jurassic Minutes PodcastFKM-009 Welcome Back Dr Ian MalcolmHello and welcome to Fallen Kingdom where we Return to Jurassic World one minute at a time.
Introductions
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David
In this episode we will be discussing Minute 9 of Fallen Kingdom.
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This weeks Minute Recap 00:08:00 - 00:09:00 (added in post)
-minute 9 of fallen Kingdom opens with video footage of a jungle canopy,
-and ends with Malcolm finalising one hell of a speech.
Minute Discussion
Novel Compariso...2022-06-2316 min
The Travel AddictAn Expat to Expat discussion about emigrating abroad. Why is there an increasing amount of people doing this? David McNeill of Expat Empire shares his expertise.As the founder of Expat Empire, David McNeill is focused on inspiring people to move abroad and helping them do it. In addition to producing online courses, books, podcasts, blog posts, meetup events, and more, Expat Empire offers consulting services to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their international dreams. David started Expat Empire because he has a genuine passion for living abroad. He left the United States in 2014 and has since lived in Tokyo, Berlin, and PortoPortugal and Spain are favorites in Europe.Panama, Mexico, Ecuador and Costa Rica are favorites in the...2022-04-1043 min
Books from Abhinav#5 - Malcolm Gladwell's David & Goliath - underdogs, misfits, and the art of battling giants.I review Malcolm Gladwell's David & Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the art of battling giants. I also discuss the etymology of eavesdropping. I discuss similar books on my blog - ahansaraman.in and my newsletter - ahansaraman.substack.com. Check out this Ted talk by Gladwell on Choice, Happiness and Spaghetti Sauce - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIiAAhUeR6Y. Some of his books are: David & Goliath - https://amzn.to/3GKSp22. Outliers - https://amzn.to/3nKA2kS. Tipping Point - https://amzn.to/3nGjRFi. This...2021-10-3006 min