Biblical sermons that show what God has said, what it means, and how we can apply it in our lives today.
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We are a church that reaches those with every ability. We have a passion for special needs families. Every week we post messages from our Sunday service. We believe the Word of God is practical and useful for everyday life. We hope you enjoy our teaching.
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Open the Bible is the teaching ministry of Pastor Colin Smith. Our mission is to use a broad array of modern media to help people around the world meet Jesus. We do this by opening the Bible for them, helping them open the Bible themselves, and equipping them to open the Bible with others.
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3 minute daily Bible reflections from Open the Bible UK, authored by Colin Smith, read by Sue McLeish.
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Open the Bible is the teaching ministry of Pastor Colin Smith. Our mission is to use a broad array of modern media to help people around the world meet Jesus. We do this by opening the Bible for them, helping them open the Bible themselves, and equipping them to open the Bible with others.
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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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Weekly messages examine books of the Bible as well as specific topics at Open Door Bible Church in Port Washington, WI.
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Do you sometimes find it hard to pick up your Bible? To know where to begin, what you are even reading, how to study + dig deeper?? I get it, friend. I have most definitely been there too! It can be so overwhelming and intimidating for sure. I have discovered over the years that it becomes easier if you have someone to read alongside you, so please join me as we open our Bibles to read together – one chapter at a time.
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A Church Built on the Bible with an Open Door to You
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A program dedicated to engaging and examining scripture, embracing mystery and ambiguity in interpretation, and uncovering a deeper story pointing us to a wonderful and loving God. Cover art photo by http://joshuapaul.photography
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This is an open-discussion, Christian bible study where we love, learn, and laugh. We read the Word and grow together. We put our focus into learning and speaking from the heart, with God as our foundation, as opposed to being religious and traditional--ergo, anyone asks questions, and we all get to find the specific topics in the bible and gain understanding of exactly what the scripture means. Hosts: Myreah Eley, Marcus "caDASHtrophe" Eley, Vickey Davis, Tyeesha Davis eleybiblestudy.com el ...
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Simeon, an ordinary man, was anointed by God and given prophetic words about Jesus… just 8 days after He was born! Find out what his message meant for Mary… and for us.Από τον Colin Smith
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We receive salvation by faith in Jesus Christ alone, but the faith we need to believe is itself a gift from God given by the Holy Spirit. He applies salvation to us.Από τον Colin Smith
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“Unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:20 This is an astonishing statement. The scribes and the Pharisees devoted their entire lives to the pursuit of righteousness. How could our righteousness ever exceed that of the scribes and the Pharisees? Jesus was scathing …
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Many people are uneasy with the idea of repentance. They think it basically amounts to beating up on yourself. Pastor Colin takes you beyond the stereotypes to discuss what repentance actually is.Από τον Colin Smith
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Philippians 4:4-9Από τον Nate Meeks
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Simeon's encounter with the baby Jesus reveals profound truths about faith and recognition. Simeon, a devout man, awaited the Messiah with a promise that he would see the Christ before his death. As he cradles the infant Jesus in his arms, he proclaims that this child is destined for both the falling and rising of many in Israel – a statement that …
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Simeon was an ordinary man who had the extraordinary privilege of holding Jesus in his arms... eight days after he was born. Hear his testimony and discover what he said about the Son of God, as Pastor Colin delivers a first-person message from Simeon.Από τον Colin Smith
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If Jesus were not God, He would not be able to tell His disciples, “If you have seen me you have seen the Father.”Από τον Colin Smith
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God With Us 2025 Advent Series :: Re-Air: Rescue Came Down – His Name is Emmanuel
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1:02:03Advent is here! Today kicks off a brand-new series on OOBT: God With Us. For the next four weeks, leading right up to Christmas Eve, I'll be re-airing past Advent episodes—and I'll be listening right alongside you, my OOBTers! In this episode, we trace Old Testament promises and prophecies of the Rescuer who came down to the Israelites in Egypt, ju…
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“I have not come to abolish [the Law or the Prophets] but to fulfil them.” Matthew 5:17 Jesus came into the world to fulfil the law and the prophets, and He did so in His life and in His death. 1. In His Life Isaiah said that a virgin would conceive and bear a son (Is. 7:14). And when Mary bore Jesus, that prophecy was fulfilled. Micah said that th…
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We're exploring the Christmas story through the eyes of the characters who experienced it firsthand. Today, we journey with Simeon, an elderly man known for his faith, as he experiences the fulfilment of a long-awaited promise. Join us as we dive into Simeon's extraordinary encounter with the Christ child and the profound peace he finds in God's pr…
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Part of the glory of Christ is that He has life in Himself which the Father granted to Him.Από τον Colin Smith
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The Apostle John called himself, “The disciple whom Jesus loved.” Find out what he had to say about the birth of Jesus, in Pastor Colin’s first-person narrative message from John.Από τον Colin Smith
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“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets.” Matthew 5:17 A good teacher always anticipates misunderstanding, and here, Jesus corrects a false assumption about why He came into the world. Perhaps you have thought the message of the Bible is that we are all sinners, but Jesus paid the price of our sins, so now we can get on wi…
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Join us for an inspiring episode of "Open the Bible" with Pastor Colin Smith as we embark on a new series, "Christmas Stories." Today, we're diving into "John's Story," exploring the Christmas narrative through the eyes of the Apostle John. Experience the wonder and glory of the birth of Christ and its profound significance, as told by someone who …
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What is the nature and relationship between the first and second persons of the Trinity?Από τον Colin Smith
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Do you remember the reason that Jesus gave for repentance? Pastor Colin talks about what it is and how it can encourage you and give you hope.Από τον Colin Smith
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The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. John 1:14 At Christmas, we celebrate the coming of Jesus Christ into the world. God came down from heaven and entered our world. Why did Jesus come? The entire New Testament answers that question. Paul tells us that Jesus came to reconcile us to God. “In Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not …
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To know the Father’s love means to obey Him, for only those who obey are able to say that they recognize His authority over their lives and experience His loving care for them.Από τον Colin Smith
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A leper came to him, imploring him, and kneeling said to him, “If you will, you can make me clean.” Mark 1:40 This man knows that Christ has the ability to make him clean, but does He want to? So the man comes to Jesus and asks. He begs Jesus—on his knees. There’s humility here. This man is not saying, “Why did you let this happen to me? You owe me…
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There are very important things to know about God’s Nature. Three of those things are: There is one God, He exists in three persons, and each person in the Trinity is truly God.Από τον Colin Smith
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What is the final outcome of all that Jesus accomplished in His life, death, resurrection, and ascension? Join Pastor Colin as he talks about the glorious second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ!Από τον Colin Smith
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In every one of Jesus’ promises, He tells us something about our relationship with Him. Yoke yourself to Christ: Come to me, all you who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you (Mat. 11:28–29). Come to Christ: All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out (John 6:37).…
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The word "baptize" means to dip or drench. So the Christian life is all about being drenched in the Father, plunged into the Son, and soaked in the Spirit.Από τον Colin Smith
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Let’s review the rock-solid commitments that Jesus Christ has made to us: 1. He will give you rest “Come to me, all who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Mat. 11:28). This is the promise of forgiveness. Jesus will reconcile you to God and cleanse you. 2. He will never drive you away “All that the Father gives me will come to me…
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If God only dealt with the guilt of your sins, your life would still be a mess. Pastor Colin talks about what God has accomplished for us, beyond simply dealing with our guilt.Από τον Colin Smith
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Though we are not what we once were before we knew Christ, we are also not yet what we will be when we see Him face to face. In that day, we will be perfected!Από τον Colin Smith
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“I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may... see my glory.” John 17:24 Will you see Jesus’ glory with your eyes, or will you simply understand it more fully in your mind? One of the great Puritan writers, Thomas Manton, says it will be both. There is a glorified eye as well as a glorified mind. Job said, “Though... worms destroy this bo…
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Jesus finished His work of salvation on the cross. But now He continues to work making intercession for His people.Από τον Colin Smith
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You will never be able to make any more than surface changes in your life... until you discover this. Pastor Colin talks about the key to real and lasting change.Από τον Colin Smith
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In this special episode, we're celebrating Open Our Bibles Together with MFahring's fourth anniversary and reflecting on what God has been teaching us through this journey. We also dive into Deuteronomy 10–13, where Moses reminds the Israelites—and us—of God's faithfulness, His call to wholehearted obedience, and the importance of hearts fully devo…
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“Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory.” John 17:24 John 17 records the prayer of Jesus, immediately before His suffering. This prayer is divided into three parts: First, Jesus prays for Himself (17:1–5). Second, Jesus prays for His disciples (17:6–19). Third, Jesus prays for all believe…
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Hewbrews 12:1-3Από τον Sid Litke
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How would you describe your greatest problem in life? Pastor Colin talks about David’s answer to this question.Από τον Colin Smith
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One of our greatest needs is an Advocate with God the Father in Heaven. That is what Jesus is for all who belong to Him.Από τον Colin Smith
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“I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am.” John 17:24 The Son of God is saying to the Father, “I want these believers, those You have given Me, to be with Me in heaven.” Jesus wants you in heaven. Jesus is about to go to the cross. He is going to wear the crown of thorns. Nails will be driven into His hands and Hi…
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When the trumpet sounds, the dead in Christ will rise and be changed, in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, and we who trust in Him shall be like Him.Από τον Colin Smith
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Do you know how to turn your life around when it’s headed in the wrong direction? Pastor Colin talks about the first step—getting to the root of the problem.Από τον Colin Smith
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“If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself” John 14:3 Jesus explained the purpose of His death and resurrection when He said, “I am going to prepare a place for you.” That’s why He went to the cross. That’s why He went to the grave. That’s why He rose on the third day. Jesus did these things to open heaven f…
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