Open the Bible Minute

Colin Smith

On a Level Playing Field

January 12, 2014

Some folks think they were born a Christian, but it’s not that simple. We all start out as sinners in need of God’s grace.

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The mood of our age says people are upright on their own and have no need of a Savior. If they think there’s no sin in their lives, they’d better take a closer look!
January 11, 2014
Did you know you’re kept by God’s power?  Your salvation does not depend on the strength of your faith.
January 10, 2014
Do you believe the Spirit is in you? If you are unclear about this, you will never triumph over temptation. 
January 9, 2014
It's easy for those with high moral principles to be arrogant. But the essence of Christianity is humbly recognizing our desperate need for God's mercy. 
January 8, 2014
The Apostles' Creed says that Jesus was crucified and descended into hell. What exactly does that mean? What happened to Him there?
January 7, 2014
Being isolated from other believers is a dangerous thing. Let's watch out for those who may be struggling or wandering from the faith. 
January 6, 2014
Arrogance evokes God's discipline, but humility attracts more grace. Come to the cross with empty hands held out to receive His mercy. 
January 5, 2014
Are you holding onto sin? If we do not confess, God may "press the mute button" on our prayers.
January 4, 2014
Jesus faced temptation, pain, and betrayal. Are you ready to follow Him? Let His experiences set your expectations for the Christian life.
January 3, 2014
In Christ we are clean and free, but sometimes it's easier to focus on our sins and struggles. Be who you are in Jesus!
January 2, 2014
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Set your mind on things above with our Heaven bundle, which includes: a copy of Randy Alcorn’s excellent book: Heaven, a copy of Pastor Colin’s book: Heaven, How I Got Here, and five copies of Pastor Colin’s booklet: How You Can Be Sure about Heaven. Heaven will help you find the strength, courage, and comfort to endure the difficulties of life that confront you today. The short book, Heaven, How I Got Here tells the story of the thief on the cross, and shows what Jesus can do for us. How You Can Be Sure about Heaven, also based on the story of the thief, is perfect as a giveaway to someone who needs clarity on how to get to heaven.

About Open the Bible Minute

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.

About Colin Smith

Colin Smith is senior pastor of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church, a thriving, multi-campus church located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, and Founder and Teaching Pastor of Open the Bible.

Born and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland, he trained at the London School of Theology where he earned the degrees of Bachelor of Theology and Master of Philosophy. Before coming to the States in 1996, Colin served as senior pastor of the Enfield Evangelical Free Church in London.

He is the author of several books including Momentum: Pursuing God’s Blessings through the Beatitudes; Heaven, How I Got Here: The Story of the Thief on the Cross; Jonah: Navigating a God-Centered Life; The One Year Unlocking the Bible Devotional; 10 Keys for Unlocking the Bible; The 10 Greatest Struggles of Your Life; as well as others. His preaching ministry is shared around the world through Open the Bible.

Colin and his wife Karen reside in Arlington Heights, Ill., and have two married sons and five granddaughters.

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