Open the Bible Minute

Colin Smith

He Will Come to You

February 15, 2019

When we experience difficulties, Christ does not stand at a distance. He sees our struggles and will come to offer strength.

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Who do you turn to in times of need? Others can do many things for you but they can't give you eternal life. Take your eyes off of others and fix your faith on Him.
February 14, 2019
Regardless of the choices you have made, or the regrets you have, Jesus offers His friendship to you. If He becomes your friend, it will change your life.
February 13, 2019
Have you truly recognized God's authority in all of your life, or all you still questioning Him? End your fight and find peace today.
February 12, 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.
February 11, 2019
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
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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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Barrington, IL 60011
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