Open the Bible Minute

Colin Smith

Kept by God's Power

December 12, 2019

Did you know you’re kept by God’s power? Your salvation does not depend on the strength of your faith, but on the strength of your Savior.

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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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Do you believe the Spirit is in you? If you are unclear about this, you will never triumph over temptation.
December 11, 2019
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.
December 10, 2019
The Apostles' Creed says that Jesus was crucified and descended into hell. What exactly does that mean? What happened to Him there?
December 9, 2019
Being isolated from other believers is a dangerous thing. Let's watch out for those who may be struggling or wandering from the faith.
December 8, 2019
Arrogance evokes God's discipline, but humility attracts more grace. Come to the cross with empty hands held out to receive His mercy.
December 7, 2019
Are you holding onto sin? If we do not confess, God may "press the mute button" on our prayers.
December 6, 2019
Jesus faced temptation, pain, and betrayal. Are you ready to follow Him? Let His experiences set your expectations for the Christian life.
December 5, 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!
December 4, 2019
Many think God is in the business of laying burdens on us. The truth is, he wants to help carry your load.
December 3, 2019
If Jesus is in heaven, how can He also be in our hearts, giving us strength for whatever we’re facing each day?
December 2, 2019
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Featured Offer

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 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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