Open the Bible Minute

Colin Smith

Answering the Cynic

February 11, 2019

Those who have never encountered the power of God find the Gospel ridiculous. But when you really know Him, the ridiculous seems surprisingly possible.

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The blood of Jesus can cover any sin you've ever committed, even the ones you've done over and over again. Will you take Him at His word and find peace today?
February 10, 2019
Isn’t it enough to just believe in God? Why is it important to have faith in Jesus? It’s important because God does His work through the Son!
February 9, 2019
Many think God is in the business of laying burdens on us. The truth is, he wants to help carry your load.
February 8, 2019
If Jesus is in heaven, how can He also be in our hearts, giving us strength for whatever we’re facing each day?
February 7, 2019
Did you know that Jesus prayed to have you in heaven with Him? That’s your guarantee that you’ll be there!
February 6, 2019
What Jesus did on the cross was like an offensive lineman clearing our way to the goal. Sin and death can no longer block our path.
February 5, 2019
Where do you go with your wounds, fears, regrets, and disappointments? Use them as a reason to draw near to Christ!
February 4, 2019
The world sees little value in Christ. What does He mean to you? Would you give up your home for Him, or suffer criticism? What are you willing to do for Him?
February 3, 2019
Some people view Christianity as a crutch for people who can’t face the truth. But when we follow Christ, we learn the uncomfortable truth about ourselves and see just how much we need Him.
February 2, 2019
Christianity is more than just an ethic, a way of life that draws inspiration from Jesus. It rests on the very presence of the living Christ within you.
February 1, 2019
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Green Pastures, Still Waters: 31 Days in Psalm 23 by Colin Smith
Green Pastures Still Waters is the new 31-day devotional based on Psalm 23 from Pastor Colin. God has used this psalm to encourage His people for over 3,000 years! May God use these familiar words to bring you fresh strength, hope, comfort, and encouragement.

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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