Open the Bible

Colin Smith

New Relationships, Part 2

January 16, 2023

The Bible never says that we have to be perfect before God will listen to our prayers. But he sometimes chooses not to listen. Pastor Colin shows us why God sometimes presses the “mute” button on our prayers.

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Encouragement for the Depressed by Charles Spurgeon
In this classic book, Charles Spurgeon gently urges those struggling with depression to cast their burdens upon the Lord, who will not forsake His people. Having battled depression and discouragement himself for most of his years in ministry, Spurgeon encourages the downtrodden to hold fast to the promises of God, for He is steadfast and will comfort his children as they walk faithfully with Him.

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If you’ve ever said, “I just can’t change!” you need to meet the man in the Bible who couldn’t repent. Pastor Colin talks about what stood between Esau and repentance—and how real and lasting change is possible for you.
January 14, 2023
Many people are convinced that God hears every prayer, offered by every person, in every circumstance. But this is simply not true. Pastor Colin shows us when and why God presses the “mute” button on our prayers.
January 13, 2023
The impact of your life will depend largely on how you use your freedom. Pastor Colin talks about how Jesus used his freedom, and what that means for Christians.
January 12, 2023
What is freedom? By definition, it is having the ability to make another choice.  Pastor Colin talks about how you can get more freedom in your life.
January 11, 2023
The gathered community of those who love Jesus are the only ones who can do this. Pastor Colin shows us it cannot be delegated to anyone else. Find out what it is.
January 10, 2023
Have you ever wondered: “What’s the value of going to church?” Pastor Colin talks about what happens when Christians come together to worship Christ.
January 9, 2023
If you think repentance is beating yourself up, you won’t be able to hear what Jesus says about a changed life. Pastor Colin talks about why you may be pleasantly surprised to find out what repentance really is.
January 7, 2023
Do you have a dream job? A great marriage? And a growing feeling of emptiness inside? That’s because nothing in this world can give you the fullness of life that God intends for you. Pastor Colin talks about a whole new way to live.
January 6, 2023
Do you believe the Holy Spirit lives in you? If you’re not sure about that, you will never triumph over temptation. Pastor Colin talks about why “the power of positive thinking” isn’t enough to live the Christian life.
January 5, 2023
You have faith in Jesus Christ, but you sometimes wonder: “Is this real? Or am I just fooling myself?” Pastor Colin talks about the surprising litmus test.
January 4, 2023
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Encouragement for the Depressed by Charles Spurgeon
In this classic book, Charles Spurgeon gently urges those struggling with depression to cast their burdens upon the Lord, who will not forsake His people. Having battled depression and discouragement himself for most of his years in ministry, Spurgeon encourages the downtrodden to hold fast to the promises of God, for He is steadfast and will comfort his children as they walk faithfully with Him.

About Open the Bible

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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P.O. Box 3454
Barrington, IL 60011
Telephone
1-877-OPEN-365