Malcolm Cox

The Text

“Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot.
They asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” “They have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I don’t know where they have put him.” At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realise that it was Jesus.
He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’ ”
Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!” And she told them that he had said these things to her.”
(John 20:11–18 NIV11)

Comment

He Knows My Name
Verse 1
I have a Maker
He formed my heart
Before even time began
My life was in His hand

Chorus
He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And hears me when I call

Verse 2
I have a Father
He calls me His own
He'll never leave me
No matter where I go

CCLI Song # 2151368 Tommy Walker

You might like to check out this version by Don Moen: https://youtu.be/ore7feFfD40 

Applications

Conclusion
Is gentleness underrated?
“Say to Daughter Zion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’ ”  Matthew 21
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23
“Truth is not power, it is privilege. Handle it with gentleness and compassion.” A Little Exercise for Young Theologians, Helmut Thielicke

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John 20:1-18
1. Daring Discipleship

A. Cross
Dangerous
Love - loyalty
Mary M - Luke 8.1-3
Only women in all four accounts
Mary mother of Jesus
Did not believe - came to faith
“When his family heard about this, they went to take charge of him, for they said, “He is out of his mind.”” (Mark 3:21 NIV11)
“Then the apostles returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew; James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.” (Acts 1:12–14 NIV11)
“Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.”” (Luke 2:34–35 NIV11)
“But when they came to Jesus and found that he was already dead, they did not break his legs. Instead, one of the soldiers pierced Jesus’ side with a spear, bringing a sudden flow of blood and water.” (John 19:33–34 NIV11)

B. Burial
Joseph and Nicodemus. Joseph only man in all four accounts. 
‘marginal’ disciples, like the ‘marginal’ women.

C. Resurrection 
Afraid 
“After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.” So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”” (Matthew 28:1–10 NIV11)
A non-sensical message, an unexpected event attested to by invalid witnesses.

Point: The courage to be a loyal disciple is available to all people, no matter your status. You can be a ‘marginalised’ person, but a wonderful witness. You can be the most vulnerable person, but the most loving and loyal.

At all three locations, they were there at a location of ‘failure’. But that did not diminish their loyalty and love for him. 

2. Gentle Jesus

A. Questions

B. Personal
‘Mary’
He cared, she felt special. He treated women in a way they were not used to.

C. Mission
‘Go tell…’
She was the first ‘apostle’
Infectious bravery - Apostles become brave

Conclusion
Parallels with Eden. New Adam; Garden - abundant life; Reverse the curse; Woman brings fruit of death, now the fruit of life
God emphasising the value of the ‘marginalised’ - especially women
We can be this brave

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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 first of the beatitudes:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3 NIV11)

1. The Meaning in the context of the Gospel
    - The kingdom is a key theme in Matthew. “In Matthew it is John the Baptist who first announces the coming of the kingdom of heaven', but Jesus takes the theme up in his preaching, in the sermon on the mount, in parables and elsewhere. The kingdom is the treasure beyond price, the pearl surpassing all others (13:44-46). It is what prophets and righteous men have been longing for: the day of salvation, the time when God's promises are fulfilled (13:16, 17). It is a time when moral compromises will no longer be appropriate (Matt. 5). It is thus in a real sense 'eschatological', when 'this age' will come to an end and God will rule perfectly. For Matthew this time has come with Jesus: he is fulfilling the promises and is casting out Satan (11:4, 5; 12:28). And yet in another sense the time has not yet come, and Jesus teaches his disciples to pray 'Your kingdom come’, and speaks of the future coming of the son of man to gather the elect and to judge the nations (6:10; 24:30). Matthew holds the present and future of the kingdom together in parables, such as that of the wheat and the tares, which are to be left growing together till harvest' (13:30). The present is a time when the kingdom is growing, but there is ambiguity: the perfection lies ahead, beyond Jesus' epoch-changing death when finally the son of man will return (13:37-43).” (Taken from ‘Exploring the New Testament’, Wenham and Walton, 219-220)
    - The Sermon on the Mount illustrates what it means that Jesus is inaugurating the kingdom. Chapters 5-7 unpack the beatitudes and especially what a kingdom life looks like.

2. The Meaning for a preacher/teacher 
    A. Poor in spirit in approaching the text
        - Empty before filled. A devotional approach to the text is needed before, or alongside, a study and preparation approach. Self-examination, self-reflection, self-emptying are needed in our devotional times so that we approach God with humility and then we find grace in our time of need: “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16 NIV11) Come to a text with an open mind and heart.  What you already know could get in the way of what you do not yet know, and what God wants to reveal to you

    B. Poor in spirit in living the text
        - Let the text have its affect on you in the days running up to the event. Live the text. Pray about implementing what you are learning in your own life. This is why we need time to prepare, not last-minute lesson prep. Only then can we walk with the text, letting it affect us. Then we bring a living word, not a dead word. When the Word has had its effect on us we are demonstrating to our hearers that we need this word, not just that the congregation needs this word.
        - “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12 NIV11)

    C. Poor in spirit in approaching the way we preach or teach the text
        - Speak without superiority.  Acknowledge publicly in your teaching that you have not arrived, that you do not know it all, you are still learning, you have knowledge gaps. Seek to learn as much as teach. Your group will teach you if you allow them to. Ask questions, use small groups, solicit feedback. Make it about Jesus, not you. Jesus emptied himself so as to serve us: “emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant,” (Philippians 2:7 NAS95)

Next week we will get into the second Beatitude, but for today I'd like to know what you think. How can we preach and teach in a way that is informed by the first beatitude? 

What kinds of questions does this bring to your mind regarding preaching and teaching? Why not pray over the beatitudes, asking God to reveal how they can flavour your speaking? If God reveals anything to you, please drop me a line.

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Men and Women in Christ: A Divine Harmony

I am excited to announce that we are embarking on a new teaching series exploring the stories of men and women in the Bible. Through this series, we will delve into the lives, roles, and contributions of these Biblical figures and examine the relationships between men and women as portrayed in the Scriptures.

Throughout the series, we will explore a wide range of topics, including leadership, family dynamics, cultural contexts, and gender roles. We will examine the lives of both well-known figures and lesser-known characters, and consider how their stories can inspire and inform our own lives.

As we explore these topics, I hope that we will gain new insights into the nature of God, the complexities of human relationships, and the power of faith and redemption. My hope is that this series will help us to better understand and appreciate the rich diversity of experiences and perspectives represented in the Bible.

I encourage you to join us in this journey of exploration and discovery. Whether you are a long-time member of our congregation or new to the community, there will be something for everyone in this series. I look forward to learning and growing together as we explore the stories of men and women in the Bible.

One note of caution and explanation. This issue can be controversial and has caused division in Christendom. Our goal for is not to find a 'position' as such. Instead, we want to explore together, understand God and each other better. If that means at the end of this project that we need to change some of our beliefs and ways we practice our faith then that will be all well and good. But it is not our goal. The goal is to learn from our heavenly father, and one another, and then honour our Lord.

God bless, Malcolm

Introduction

In preparing material for Easter Sunday, I've been inspired by the conspicuous courage of the women at the cross and the empty tomb. Why did they remain in place at the cross when others fled? Why did they go to the grave when others stayed away? What does this tell us about Jesus and discipleship?

The Texts
"Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene." (John 19:25 NIV11)

"After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: 'He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.' Now I have told you." So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. "Greetings," he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshipped him. Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”” (Matthew 28:1–10 NIV11)

Comment
What inspired the bravery of the women to remain near the cross and the courage to proclaim the resurrection? The location of the cross was dangerous, and the message of the resurrection was madness. Yet, they ignored the dangers and the potential insults. Why? Perhaps for two reasons.

How much bravery did it take to stand close to the cross? Indeed, an extraordinary level of courage was needed. It seems to me it can only have been love which motivated such bravery. Jesus loved his followers and his family, and they, in turn, loved him. He transformed their lives, and they could not stay away. Take Mary Magdalene, for example. Her story is short on detail but long on meaning. 

"After this, Jesus travelled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out;" (Luke 8:1–2 NIV11) 

The loving, transformational power of Jesus inspired devoted loyalty in those who followed him. The loving, reassuring presence of Jesus inspired bold proclamation of his resurrection. His company in the garden sealed the deal, giving the women the courage to talk to the apostles about what they had heard and seen.

Applications

Conclusion
The courage of the women at the cross and the empty tomb is an object lesson to us. It tells us what discipleship looks like. It is sticking close to Jesus when things are bleak, make no sense, and place us in danger. And it means putting ourselves in the right position to be in the presence of Jesus so that he can fill us with the courage we need to live loyal to him and speak well of him.

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"Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) 

God bless, Malcolm

Introduction
This is the first of two classes reflecting on the significance of the witnesses to the crucifixion, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week's class will focus on the witnesses to the crucifixion and burial.

Who was at the cross?
* Women: Mary Magdalene; Mary the mother of James and Joseph; the mother of the sons of Zebedee; Salome; 'many other Galilean women'; the sister of the mother of Jesus; Mary the wife of Clopas.
* Men: The disciple loved by Jesus
    * "Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, "Woman, here is your son," and to the disciple, "Here is your mother." From that time on, this disciple took her into his home." (John 19:25–27 NIV11)
* Centurion: "And when the centurion, who stood there in front of Jesus, saw how he died, he said, "Surely this man was the Son of God!" (Mark 15:39 NIV11)

Who was at the burial?
* Women: Mary Magdalene; the 'other' Mary (Mary, the mother of Joseph); "women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed Joseph and saw the tomb and how his body was laid in it." (Luke 23:55 NIV11)
* Men: Joseph of Arimathea; Nicodemus

What did they experience?
* Mary, the mother of Jesus, saw his eyes open for the very first time and close to the very last time. As his mother, she was used to helping him when he got in trouble or soothing him when he got in pain. Now, she is present but unable to do that. She was his helper, and now she is helpless. She stands as an example of remaining with people in their pain, even though we can do nothing to alleviate it. We don't have to have the answer, be able to waive the magic wand, or say anything. Do not leave them, but stay with them in their pain.
* Mary Magdalene: Jesus was there to help her through her pain. Now she is there to help him through his.
    * "After this, Jesus travelled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out; Joanna the wife of Chuza, the manager of Herod's household; Susanna; and many others. These women were helping to support them out of their own means." (Luke 8:1–3 NIV11)

What does this tell us about faith? And love for Christ?
* Mother of Jesus & Mary Magdalene
    * We see discipleship in action as manifested in loyalty, faithfulness and love despite danger and fear. These women held on even though confused.
* Centurion
    * The death of Jesus has an impact on non-believers.
* Joseph of Arimathea
    * He was sacrificing for love. His action served no apparent purpose according to the mission of Jesus. Little did Joseph know how significant his act of love towards Jesus was.

What does this mean for us today?
1. Trust that sticking around with Jesus when it's painful will bear fruit
2. Anything you do for Jesus in love can be used by him
3. Bring the cross to people, and it will have an impact
4. You don't have to be a super-disciple to benefit from witnessing the cross

Conclusion
Perhaps the overall point here is not to lose sight of the cross. The people who witnessed the cross never forgot it. No matter the inconvenience, pain, danger, or fear, we must keep our eyes on the cross. It is not the end of the story; we'll talk more about that next time, but it helps make sense of the next part. The women and a few men understood what the writer to the Hebrews was discussing.

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart." (Hebrews 12:1–3 NIV11)

What stood out for you today from our exploration of the significance of the witnesses to the crucifixion and burial of Jesus?

The next class comes out in two weeks and will focus on the witnesses to the resurrection. Do you have any questions about those witnesses or the events of the resurrection? Please let me know: [email protected].

Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, or practical? Please send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). 

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God bless, Malcolm

Tuesday Teaching Tip 305 | The Beatitudes and Effective Communication: Lessons for Preachers and Teachers | “Class 1: An Introduction” | 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?

My father runs a Bible study group during Lent. This year, it was focused on the beatitudes. One of the attendees wondered why many churches have the 10 Commandments on display but not the Beatitudes. I thought that was an excellent question. Then, in prayer this morning, mulling over this point, it came to me that the beatitudes are meant to shape who we are as kingdom citizens and how we preachers and teachers approach our preaching and teaching.

Therefore, I am beginning a new series with eight classes to follow this one based on each of the Beatitudes and how they might affect how we prepare and present God's Word.

Here they are:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
(Matthew 5:3–10 NIV11)

Next week we will get into the first Beatitude, but for today I'd like to reflect on two aspects of the beatitudes in a more general sense.

What kinds of questions does this bring to your mind regarding preaching and teaching? Why not pray over the beatitudes, asking God to reveal how they can flavour your speaking? If God reveals anything to you, please drop me a line.

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"Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) 

God bless, Malcolm

Beatitudes
Christian preaching
Bible teachings
Virtues
Attitudes
Compassion
Empathy
Humility
Meekness
Righteousness
Mercy
Peacemaking
Spiritual growth
Personal development
Character building
Communication skills
Public speaking
Mindfulness
Gratitude
Inner peace
Social justice

Introduction
We celebrate Palm Sunday in a few days. It is one of only a few incidents recorded in all four gospels (Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19 and John 12). I have mulled over which text to use for the Sunday lesson, finally settling on the account in Luke 19. I have chosen this one because it contains the blend and contrast of extravagant full-voiced praise, and the embracing of the tragic. Jesus weeps over Jerusalem. It reflects much of what is going on in the world today, and even in my own life.
The Text
““Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”
Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Jesus, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples!” “I tell you,” he replied, “if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.” As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognise the time of God’s coming to you.”” (Luke 19:38–44 NIV11)
Jesus Wept (Jésus pleura) - James TissotComment
What are we learning from Jesus? What are we learning about prayer?

Perspective
Sadness is temporary. “For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favour lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5 NIV11). The length of the ‘temporary’ time might be longer than we would like, but, at some point, it will end. This why we are able to “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 NIV11). Not because the cause of the sorrow is over, but because it will, one day, by faith, be over.

Ultimately, it is the cross and the resurrection which convince us that it is possible to praise and to weep. Let me offer you two quotes from the book, ‘Evoking Lament’ by Eva Harasta and Brian Brock.

' The cross reveals that lament has been included into God's relational reality; the resurrection reveals that praise has been included in God's relational reality, and that it is included not as a triumph over lament, but as its equal counterpart.'

'Any notion of prayer that excludes praise ignores the glory of God and the possibilities for happiness in the world; a notion of prayer that excludes lament disregards the unredeemed state of the world, the judgement of God, and his despair about the world. A triumph of praise over lament obscures God's capacity to suffer and his acts of judgement. A triumph of lament over praise turns lament into embittered blasphemy.'

Applications

Conclusion
The incident of Jesus weeping over Jerusalem can inspire us to pray with greater empathy, compassion and intercession. It reminds us of the power of prayer and the importance of seeking God's heart for the needs of others.

Some final questions for this week:

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"Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." (Psalms 100:2 NIV11)

God bless, Malcolm

This Sunday, we concluded the series on the 1 Thessalonians by summarising its major themes. We began by sharing with one another lessons that God has taught us through the book. I have done my best to turn up the volume, and I hope you can hear the inspiring and insightful comments by members of the Watford church.

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“Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) 

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Last Sunday we wrapped up our series on 1 Thessalonians. We learned together. How?

Conclusion

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Keep calm and carry on teaching.

God bless, Malcolm