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Open the Bible UK Broadcast
by Colin Smith
Open the Bible UK presents engaging and accessible Bible teaching from Pastor Colin Smith. This programme is the radio broadcast also available on our website (www.openthebible.org.uk) and at 7:30pm each weekday evening on Premier Christian Radio.
Episodes
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The Urgency of Spiritual Vitality, Part 1
How can you recognise truth from error when you hear teaching, advice or someone claiming to speak for God? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Colin Smith helps us grow in spiritual discernment without becoming cynical or isolated. Discover practical biblical tests for weighing what…
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The Urgency of Persistent Prayer, Part 2
What are we really up against, what are we hoping to see, and what do we depend on? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Colin Smith helps us see why persistent prayer is essential. Lasting change does not come through human effort alone, but through the gracious power of God’s Holy...
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The Urgency of Persistent Prayer, Part 1
What does life in the Holy Spirit look like? In 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Colin Smith explores God’s call to be joyful always, pray continually and give thanks in every circumstance. Discover why persistent prayer is not driven by guilt or duty, but grows from the joy of knowing Christ and…
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The Urgency of Heavenly Hope, Part 2
When a loved one dies, grief can feel unfinished. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5, Pastor Colin Smith points us to the great hope of Christ’s return: believers will be raised, reunited and forever with the Lord. Discover why this future hope brings strength for sorrow, suffering and...
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The Urgency of Heavenly Hope, Part 1
When someone we love dies, grief can bring many painful questions. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5, Pastor Colin Smith opens God’s Word to show the sure hope Christians have in Jesus Christ. Because Jesus died and rose again, those who die in Christ are with him, and one day all…
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The Urgency of Willing Work, Part 2
How can your work become an expression of love for God and others? In 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Colin Smith explores the value of working quietly, peacefully and productively, while learning to serve people wisely according to their needs.
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The Urgency of Willing Work, Part 1
Is work simply a way to earn money, or does it have a deeper purpose? In this message, Colin Smith explores the biblical dignity of work. Discover how your daily responsibilities, whether paid or unpaid, can reflect God’s image, fulfil his calling and express love for others.
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The Urgency of Personal Purity, Part 2
What hope is there when past sin, painful memories or ingrained habits make the pursuit of purity feel overwhelming? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Colin Smith reminds us that God’s will is not only to forgive his people, but to sanctify them. Discover why the battle for holiness…
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The Urgency of Personal Purity, Part 1
What is the difference between justification and sanctification? Pastor Colin Smith opens 1 Thessalonians 4 to show how Christ not only forgives us and makes us right with God, but also changes us by the power of the Holy Spirit. Explore God’s call to a holy life, the urgency of personal purity,...
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The Urgency of Firm Faith, Part 2
When life brings great trials or strong temptations, God does not ask us to pretend everything is easy. He calls us to stand firm in Christ. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 3, Pastor Colin Smith shows how faith that endures under pressure encourages others and displays the reality of God’s...
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The Urgency of Firm Faith, Part 1
When faith comes under fire through trials and temptation, we need one another. Pastor Colin Smith looks at 1 Thessalonians 3 and shows how we can strengthen those who are struggling: by being present, bringing God’s Word, and praying faithfully.
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The Urgency of Disciplined Discipleship, Part 2
What defines success in the Christian life? Pastor Colin Smith explores two powerful impulses that can hold us back from faithful discipleship: the desire for comfort and the need for other people’s approval. Looking at 1 Thessalonians 2, discover the freedom that comes from knowing you are loved...
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The Urgency of Disciplined Discipleship, Part 1
How do you measure success in life, family or church? Pastor Colin Smith opens 1 Thessalonians 2 to show that true success is not found in comfort, popularity or impressive numbers, but in the advance of the gospel and the approval of God. Discover why following Christ means moving beyond our...
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The Urgency of Multiplying Ministry, Part 2
How can your faith stand firm when life becomes difficult? In 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Colin Smith explores how the gospel comes with the power of the Holy Spirit and deep conviction, producing a life-changing faith that endures under pressure. Discover the marks of genuine faith: turning to God,...
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The Urgency of Multiplying Ministry, Part 1
What does an authentic work of God look like? In 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Colin Smith explores how the gospel transformed a young church facing severe opposition, giving them a faith that did not buckle under pressure. Discover why the risen Jesus is the heart of the gospel, and how God can grow…
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Dead Men Walking, Part 2
What happens when someone becomes a Christian? Pastor Colin Smith opens the Bible to show that salvation is a miracle of God’s grace: Jesus speaks life into people who were spiritually dead. As we hear his Word, the Spirit gives new hearts, new desires and new life. Discover why there is hope in...
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Dead Men Walking, Part 1
What makes the difference between someone who trusts Christ and someone who does not? In Ephesians 2, Pastor Colin Smith explains that we were spiritually dead in sin, unable to change our own condition. But God, rich in mercy, makes people alive in Christ. Join David Pick and Pastor Colin for…
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Children of Wrath, Part 2
Why did Jesus come, and what was happening at the cross? In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Colin Smith explores the sobering reality of God’s wrath and the astonishing love shown when Christ bore the punishment that brings us peace. Discover how the cross deepens our confidence in God’s...
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Children of Wrath, Part 1
Sin is more than a problem in the world around us; it is a problem within each of us. In this message, Pastor Colin Smith opens Ephesians 2 to explore the difficult but vital truth of God’s wrath. Discover why God’s judgement against evil is the world’s hope, why we need to face our own sin...
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The Heart Wants What It Wants, Part 2
Our hearts do not always lead us in the right direction. In this message from Ephesians 2, Pastor Colin Smith helps us recognise the cravings, thoughts and desires that flow from our sinful nature—and why we need to bring our hearts under the authority of God’s Word. We also consider how honest...
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The Heart Wants What It Wants, Part 1
Why do we do things we later regret? In this message from Ephesians 2, Colin Smith explores the Bible’s honest answer: sin is not only around us, but within us, affecting our thoughts, desires and affections. Discover why recognising our need can draw us more deeply to Jesus Christ.
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The Enigma of the Double Image, Part 2
Sin is more than a list of wrong actions; it is a destructive power at work within us. In this message from Genesis 4 and 5, Pastor Colin Smith helps us see why we cannot overcome it by simply trying harder. Discover the hope God offers when we recognise our need and call on him. Our true hope is...
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The Enigma of the Double Image, Part 1
Why do human beings show such remarkable courage and goodness, yet also commit such terrible evil? Pastor Colin Smith explores the Bible’s answer in Genesis: we are made in God’s image, giving every life dignity and worth, but we are also born in the likeness of fallen Adam. Discover why this...
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The Life You Never Knew, Part 2
Christians are not people who think they are better than others. Rather, they know they are far from righteous and deeply in need of a Saviour. In this message from Ecclesiastes 7, Pastor Colin Smith helps us face the reality of sin without blaming God for the brokenness we see in the world. As…
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The Life You Never Knew, Part 1
Why is the world as it is, and why do we find it so hard to love God and do what is right? In this first message from The Inside Story of Human Life, Pastor Colin Smith opens Ecclesiastes 7 to explore the life Adam and Eve once knew, the reality of sin, and why understanding our condition leads…
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God Will Bless Us, Part 2
What do you do when the good news of Jesus seems too good to be true? Pastor Colin Smith encourages us to take an honest look: come and see what Jesus has done, listen to what he has said, and investigate what he offers. Continuing in 2 Kings, Pastor Colin contrasts closed unbelief with a...
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God Will Bless Us, Part 1
How do you respond when you hear good news? In 2 Kings 7, Pastor Colin Smith introduces three very different responses to God’s gracious provision: selfishness, doubt and outright unbelief. Discover the joy of receiving the good news of Jesus Christ and sharing it with others.
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God Will Be With Us, Part 2
When fear surrounds you, what do you see? In this message from 2 Kings 6, Pastor Colin Smith shows how faith opens our eyes to the greater reality of God’s presence, power and mercy. Discover why walking by faith, rather than by sight, leads us from fear into peace.
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God Will Be With Us, Part 1
When fear keeps you awake and the future feels overwhelming, where can you turn? In 2 Kings 6, Elisha’s servant wakes to find an enemy army surrounding the city. Yet Elisha points him to a greater reality: God is with His people. Join Pastor Colin Smith as he explores how God knows all that...
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God Will Cleanse Us, Part 2
In this episode, we explore the story of Naaman, a man initially resistant to God's command, much like many of us who struggle with accepting divine guidance. Through Naaman's journey, Pastor Colin illuminates how we can find liberation and cleansing by believing in God's promises. Feel stuck or...
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God Will Cleanse Us, Part 1
Do you feel distant from God? Today, we dive into the compelling story of Naaman from 2 Kings Chapter 5. This episode, "God Will Cleanse Us," draws an enlightening parallel between leprosy and sin, offering hope and encouragement for anyone who feels distant from God. Experience the remarkable...
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God Will Feed Us, Part 2
Today we delve into a story full of profound truths about our own feelings of inadequacy, especially when faced with overwhelming tasks. Pastor Colin gently reminds us that even the Apostle Paul asked, "Who is sufficient for these things?" but found comfort in knowing that our sufficiency is…
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God Will Feed Us, Part 1
How does God's grace save us from the repercussions of our own foolish mistakes? Pastor Colin shares an extraordinary tale of a student's error that nearly led to disaster but was turned around by divine intervention. This message is part of our series "In God We Trust," highlighting scenes from...
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God Will Comfort Us, Part 2
Have you ever noticed how God's power is often revealed through our weaknesses? Join us as Pastor Colin looks at the story of Elisha, highlights a miraculous resurrection, and discusses the importance of acknowledging our dependence on God. This message will bring comfort and a fresh perspective…
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God Will Comfort Us, Part 1
If we fully devote ourselves to Jesus, what sort of life can we anticipate? Pastor Colin delves into the life of a Shunemite woman from 2 Kings chapter 4, reflecting on themes of blessing and sorrow. He reminds us that while following Jesus leads to great blessings, such as experiencing God's…
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God Will Provide for Us, Part 2
Today we'll explore the mighty ways God provides, often beyond our own faith and obedience. Join us as we delve into 2 Kings chapter 4 and learn how God worked miracles for a needy widow through her faith and action, reminding us that God's provision is intertwined with our faithfulness. Find out...
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God Will Provide for Us, Part 1
Today's episode takes us through some inspiring Old Testament stories that showcase God's enduring power and provision. Pastor Colin introduces us to a moving narrative about a destitute widow who experienced God's miraculous provision through faith and obedience. Discover how God uses what He…
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Growing in Faith - an Interview with Colin Smith
In this special episode, Pastor Colin was interviewed by Lydia Bennett from Premier Christian Radio's Surgery Hour. They dive deep into the topic of growing in faith, also the title of Pastor Colin's latest book. Discover the essence of faith as Pastor Colin shares how a little faith can move...
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The Heart Gone Wrong, Part 2 (A Father's Wisdom)
How do we realign our hearts with God’s purpose? Discover the profound truth that the gospel encourages us to come as we are to Jesus and receive a new heart from Him. Join us as we delve into the story of Solomon and his son Rehoboam, exploring the wisdom Solomon offered and the choices Rehoboam...
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The Heart Gone Wrong, Part 1 (A Father's Wisdom)
"Where is your heart?". Today Pastor Colin explores the importance of our heart as the command and control centre of our lives. Discover how understanding the condition of our heart today can predict where our life will lead tomorrow. Join us as we unwrap the wisdom of Proverbs 23 in the message...
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Jesus Answers All His People's Questions, Part 2 (The Gospel According to Jesus)
Today we look at a powerful encounter between Jesus and a teacher of the law from the Gospel of Mark. When Jesus tells the questioning man that he's "not far from the Kingdom of God," it sparks an exploration of what it means to truly belong to Christ. Join us as we unfold four insights for…
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Jesus Answers All His People's Questions, Part 1 (The Gospel According to Jesus)
In Mark 11 and 12 Jesus finds himself unwelcome and questioned at the temple. We explore the lessons Jesus teaches us in handling tough questions, emphasising how to be a winsome witnesses for Christ, and navigate through challenges with grace and courage. It's a lesson filled with insights on...
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Dying in Your Sins, Part 2 (The Inside Story of Your Future Life)
The topic of death can often be daunting to think about. However, Pastor Colin challenges us to confront our fears, particularly surrounding death, by looking at them through the lens of gospel truth. Jesus' death and resurrection offer hope and deliverance from the chains of sin, urging us to...
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Dying in Your Sins, Part 1 (The Inside Story of Your Future Life)
Today we discuss one of life's certainties—death. Join Pastor Colin to explore the contrasting ways people approach the end of life, through the story of a young woman who faced her fears at her grandmother's funeral, despite being an intrepid traveller. In this episode, Colin shares how the…
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The Hellish Sin of Discontent, Part 2 (The Art of Contentment)
Today we're hoping to understand the impact of discontent, described by Pastor Colin as a "hellish sin." It's an exploration of how discontent can grip our lives, bring anxiety, and lead us further from peace. But there's hope! We learn that contentment, a wonderful grace commended by the Bible…
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The Hellish Sin of Discontent, Part 1 (The Art of Contentment)
In this episode, we kickstart a compelling four-week series titled "The Art of Contentment." Pastor Colin delves deep into the concept of discontentment, boldly describing it as a "hellish sin," a phrase inspired by the 17th-century pastor, Thomas Boston. Join us as we explore how discontent…
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Overcoming Evil With Good, Part 2 (Overcoming Evil)
Do you know that in midst of adversity, we have the ability to conquer evil with good? Pastor Colin guides us through examples of how we can be overcome by evil in our daily lives, whether through fear, pressure, or injustice. Yet, through faith, hope, and love in Jesus Christ, we have the power…
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Overcoming Evil With Good, Part 1 (Overcoming Evil)
In today's episode, Pastor Colin talks about the deep divisions we face as a society over issues of life, marriage, gender, and more, and how these challenges can lead us to ask the crucial question: "What are we to do?" Pastor Colin reminds us to first understand and feel the weight of these...
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Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted, Part 2 (Momentum)
In today's programme, Pastor Colin addresses a thought-provoking topic: "Blessed are those who are persecuted", based on Matthew 5:10-12. He delves into the challenges faced by Christians in both Western societies and globally, where persecution for the faith can vary greatly. Pastor Colin shares...
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Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted, Part 1 (Momentum)
Today Pastor Colin invites us to explore the challenging yet enriching path of the Beatitudes, particularly focusing on the often unexpected outcome of living a godly life—persecution. Diving into Matthew 5, Pastor Colin unpacks the virtues that Christ calls us to pursue: humility, forgiveness,...
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Open the Bible UK presents engaging and accessible Bible teaching from Pastor Colin Smith. This programme is the radio broadcast also available on our website (www.openthebible.org.uk) and at 7:30pm each weekday evening on Premier Christian Radio.
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