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Open the Bible
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Приєднався 28 кві 2011
Our Mission: Since Open the Bible was founded in 1999, our mission has been the same-to put the gospel within people’s grasp by delivering impactful Bible teaching through a broad array of modern media. The media will change in years to come, but the focus on the gospel will always remain.
Our History: The ministry grew from a two-year journey of preaching and reading through the Bible, shared by the congregation of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church in 2000 and 2001. Colin Smith, Senior Pastor at The Orchard, served as the preaching pastor throughout these two intentional years of reading through Scripture. The journey led to the publication of a series of four books entitled Unlocking the Bible Story, followed by Ten Keys for Unlocking the Bible, Open the Bible in 30 Days, Ten Keys to Unlock the Christian Life, and The Ten Greatest Struggles of Your Life.
Visit us at openthebible.org/.
Our History: The ministry grew from a two-year journey of preaching and reading through the Bible, shared by the congregation of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church in 2000 and 2001. Colin Smith, Senior Pastor at The Orchard, served as the preaching pastor throughout these two intentional years of reading through Scripture. The journey led to the publication of a series of four books entitled Unlocking the Bible Story, followed by Ten Keys for Unlocking the Bible, Open the Bible in 30 Days, Ten Keys to Unlock the Christian Life, and The Ten Greatest Struggles of Your Life.
Visit us at openthebible.org/.
Discerning God's Will for Your Life
“What’s God’s will for my life? What career, spouse, or ministry does God want for me?” If you’ve ever asked these questions, you don’t want to miss this final session where Pastor Colin teaches how to test and discern God’s will for our lives.
Session page and resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/discerning-gods-will/
Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your personal walk with God, deepen your grasp of key biblical doctrines, and help you grow in your gifting for service to the Lord.
These free courses will teach you theology that is biblical, inspiring, and practical-something you can implement immediately in your life and ministry.
Learn more at openthebible.org/courses
Each course includes:
• A teaching video
• A printable transcript (PDF)
• Discussion questions for individuals or small groups
• Related resources to enhance learning
• An online certificate of completion
✍️ How did God speak to you through this teaching? Leave a comment!
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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.
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Session page and resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/discerning-gods-will/
Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your personal walk with God, deepen your grasp of key biblical doctrines, and help you grow in your gifting for service to the Lord.
These free courses will teach you theology that is biblical, inspiring, and practical-something you can implement immediately in your life and ministry.
Learn more at openthebible.org/courses
Each course includes:
• A teaching video
• A printable transcript (PDF)
• Discussion questions for individuals or small groups
• Related resources to enhance learning
• An online certificate of completion
✍️ How did God speak to you through this teaching? Leave a comment!
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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.
▶️ SUBSCRIBE to our channel ua-cam.com/channels/cvklWZjMN1Gvn3P7Eh6IOA.html
🎧 SEARCH for our podcast "Open the Bible" on your favorite platform
🎧 BROWSE more teaching content openthebible.org/
📚 READ Daily Devotionals openthebible.org/daily/
👨🏫 GROW with our practical training for leaders openthebible.org/leaders/
📱 DOWNLOAD the Open the Bible App openthebible.org/app/
📖 LEARN the Bible Story openthebible.org/story/
🔗 CONNECT with Us on Social
OpentheBibleorg
OpentheBibleorg
pastorcolins
openthebibleorg
www.pinterest.com/openthebibleorg/
www.linkedin.com/company/openthebibleorg/
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Progress in Ministry - The Parables of the Mustard Seed and Leaven (Matthew 13:31-33)
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So far we’ve seen many of the challenges we will face in ministry: a mixed reception to the Word of God, ministry in an increasingly evil world, and an enemy who aims to destroy God’s work. How can we bear fruit amidst such challenges? Pastor Colin closes this course with encouragement from two parables about the gospel progress that God promises. Session resources: openthebible.org/course/sust...
Limitations in Ministry - The Parable of the Weeds (Matthew 13:24-43)
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How do we press on in service to Christ when evil seems to make greater progress than the gospel? Pastor Colin opens the Parable of the Weeds to show us our limitations and point us to our limitless God. openthebible.org/course/sustaining-a-lifetime-of-ministry/limitations-the-parable-of-the-weeds/ Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your personal walk with Go...
Expectations in Ministry - Teaching on The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:18-23)
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Having the right expectations about something can mean the difference between frustration and perseverance. In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus shares truth that will shape our expectations for ministry. Join Pastor Colin as he walks through this parable and shares practical wisdom for fruit and perseverance. Session resources: openthebible.org/course/sustaining-a-lifetime-of-ministry/expectatio...
What Do Propitiation and Redemption Mean? (Romans 3:23-25)
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In this session, Pastor Colin unpacks the meaning of propitiation and redemption from what some consider the most important paragraph ever written, and how they get to the very heart of what Jesus accomplished on the cross. Session resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-doctrine/propitiation-and-redemption/ Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your perso...
What Does Justification By Faith Mean?
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It has been said that the doctrine of justification is the doctrine on which the church stands or falls. And yet for generations, there has been much confusion on this doctrine. In this session, Pastor Colin clarifies what it means to be justified and helps us understand faith’s vital role. Session resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-doctrine/justification-by-faith/ Open the Bible Cou...
The Doctrine of Regeneration - What It Is and What It Means
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What is regeneration? And what does the Bible teach about regeneration? In this sample session of the free course Watch Your Doctrine, Pastor Colin Smith explains the doctrine of regeneration, sharing relevant Bible verses and a definition. Pastor Colin's teaching on this crucial and sometimes neglected doctrine will inform your head and warm your heart as you think about all that God has done ...
Ruined by Sin | A Practical Theology of Sin
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What is the fundamental human problem? Why are there so many people who do not worship, love, and obey God? The answer to both questions is sin. Yes, sin is a gloomy topic, but understanding it is essential to minister the finished work of Christ to our broken world. Join Pastor Colin as he unpacks six effects of sin on humanity and shares seven benefits of grasping the doctrine of sin. Session...
God Speaks Through His Word | Pastor Colin Smith on the Doctrine of Scripture
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Pastor Colin Smith's teaching "God Speaks Through His Word" is part of the free course called "Watch Your Life." This session deals with the inspiration, inerrancy, and infallibility of Scripture. Pastor Colin ends the talk on the sufficiency of Scripture for ministry. Session page with resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-doctrine/god-speaks-through-his-word/ - Open the Bible Courses ...
Knowing God | Teaching Session on Isaiah 6:1-8 from Watch Your Doctrine
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“Here I am, send me!” should be the cry of every Christian leader. The Prophet Isaiah first spoke these familiar words after a transforming encounter with the living God in Isaiah 6. Join Pastor Colin as he helps us see how God’s holiness and glory propel us forward in “Here I am, send me!” type-service. This teaching session is part of the 'Watch Your Doctrine' course. Session page with resour...
Exercising Faith - from the Course Watch Your Life
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In an age where discouragement abounds and unbelief is celebrated, "the righteous will live by faith" (Habakkuk 2:4). In this session, Pastor Colin will encourage you to exercise your faith and persevere when it is challenged. (This session is essentially on how to keep the faith in life and ministry.) Session page and resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/exercising-faith/ Open th...
A Simple Strategy for Battling Temptation
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Pastor Colin Smith shares a simple strategy for battling temptation as part of the Watch Your Life course. Session page and resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/battling-temptation/ A free PDF worksheet for battling temptation: openthebible.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/A-Free-Printable-Worksheet-for-Battling-Temptation.pdf Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to he...
Praying in the Spirit (How I Pray the Bible)
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Pastor Colin Smith teaches this lesson on Praying in the Spirit as part of the Watch Your Life course. Session page and resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/praying-in-the-spirit/ Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your personal walk with God, deepen your grasp of key biblical doctrines, and help you grow in your gifting for service to the Lord....
Feeding on Christ (How Pastor Colin Meditates on God's Word)
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Pastor Colin Smith teaches this lesson on Feeding on Christ (how to meditate on the Bible) as part of the Watch Your Life course. Session page with resources: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/feeding-on-christ/ Open the Bible Courses is a free resource designed to help you develop your personal walk with God, deepen your grasp of key biblical doctrines, and help you grow in your gifting ...
Growing in Godliness - A Teaching Session from Open the Bible Courses
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Do you want to learn how to live a godly life? Learn how to pursue godliness with Pastor Colin Smith in this popular course "Watch Your Life". In this session you will learn what, how, and when you can grow in godliness. ➡️ Access your FREE study guide here: openthebible.org/course/watch-your-life/growing-in-godliness/ Open the Bible Courses are free resources that are designed to help you grow...
The Grace of Jesus - Christmas Day Sermon on 2 Corinthians 8:9 by Pastor Colin Smith
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The Grace of Jesus - Christmas Day Sermon on 2 Corinthians 8:9 by Pastor Colin Smith
Virtual Celebration of Impact 2023 Event
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Virtual Celebration of Impact 2023 Event
Rescued Forever | Sermon on Romans 8:28-39 by Pastor Colin Smith
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Rescued Forever | Sermon on Romans 8:28-39 by Pastor Colin Smith
Rescued from Frustration | Sermon on Romans 8:18-27 by Pastor Colin Smith
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Rescued from Frustration | Sermon on Romans 8:18-27 by Pastor Colin Smith
Rescued from Fear | Sermon on Romans 8:12-17 by Pastor Colin Smith
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Rescued from Fear | Sermon on Romans 8:12-17 by Pastor Colin Smith
Rescued from Sin | Sermon on Romans 8:1-11 by Pastor Colin Smith
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Your Struggle for Contentment | Sermon on Exodus 20:17 (The Tenth Commandment, Coveting)
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Your Struggle for Contentment | Sermon on Exodus 20:17 (The Tenth Commandment, Coveting)
Your Struggle with Truth | Sermon on Exodus 20:16 (The Nineth Commandment, Lying)
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Your Struggle with Truth | Sermon on Exodus 20:16 (The Nineth Commandment, Lying)
Your Struggle for Integrity | Sermon on Exodus 20:15 (The Eighth Commandment, Stealing)
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Your Struggle for Integrity | Sermon on Exodus 20:15 (The Eighth Commandment, Stealing)
Your Struggle for Purity | Sermon on Exodus 20:14 (The Seventh Commandment)
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Your Struggle for Purity | Sermon on Exodus 20:14 (The Seventh Commandment)
Your Struggle for Peace | Sermon on Exodus 20:13 (The Sixth Commandment)
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Your Struggle for Peace | Sermon on Exodus 20:13 (The Sixth Commandment)
Your Struggle with Authority | Sermon on Exodus 20:12 (The Fifth Commandment)
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Your Struggle with Authority | Sermon on Exodus 20:12 (The Fifth Commandment)
Your Struggle with Time | Sermon on Exodus 20:8-11 (The Fourth Commandment)
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Your Struggle with Time | Sermon on Exodus 20:8-11 (The Fourth Commandment)
Your Struggle with Religion | Sermon on Exodus 20:7 (The Third Commandment)
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Your Struggle with Religion | Sermon on Exodus 20:7 (The Third Commandment)
thank you pastor for sharing this video thank YOU LORD for giving me chance to listen the truth of YOUR holy words in JESUS powerful name Amen 🙏
So glad you're here with us, April! 🙌
Amen ❤
I am being persecuted for doing the right thing. I reported corrupt police and authorities, naively thinking people higher up the chain of command would want to know. They broke into my home, beat and strangled me nearly to death and falsely charged me for the crimes they committed against me. I was revived in the hospital, where I spent six weeks, I was slandered and lost my career, my house, my reputation. No lawyer would help me and I fought alone for three years to have the false charges dropped. I have been terrorized for years, told I will be falsely charged again, harassed relentlessly, my car was sabotaged and I was attacked in my home a second time, but by the grace of God they have yet to succeed in taking my life. All of their efforts to shut me up have failed and I bet they are baffled by how I have moved up in life, especially since their slander caused me to have my licence to practice as a surgeon revoked. I was blessed with financial abundance I never knew before and how this happened is still a mystery to me- the only way to explain it is it’s a miracle by God. I prayed for justice and bit by bit, all the evidence I need to successfully sue in Supreme Court has come to me. A staff member of one of my attackers anonymously gave me a complete file of information I needed, including a statement of one of my attackers admitting their evil motive. An old friend came to me and said one of my attackers bragged to him about what was done, and my friend wants to testify in court. My neighbours want to testify that they were coerced and threatened by my attackers, not to speak about what they witnessed. Video of both attacks in my home were sent to me, from whom, I don’t know. Years have passed and my case has yet to go to court but I have already won. I have God’s favour and He has blessed me in ways I never thought were even possible. He has done the impossible for me. While I prayed for justice, I never expected to have it in this earthly realm. I continue to be persecuted but I have no fear. I continue to do my best to live a Godly life, I only speak the truth and I have a pure heart. My adversaries are powerful but I have the ultimate power on my side and I am filled with the Holy Spirit. Anyone who comes against me, comes against God and that never works out well for anyone! I’m looking forward to the trial because it will be an opportunity for me to have a platform to reach a lot of people with my testimony of the awesome, miraculous power of God. I knew that Christians are often persecuted for their faith, but didn’t expect to be so viciously persecuted for just doing the right thing by reporting the crimes of the people who society has given blind authority. I have been asked, if I could go back in time, would I do anything differently and I say no, I couldn’t, because it wasn’t a choice for me. I took the difficult path because it was the righteous path, because that’s who I am. To anyone who is suffering persecution, please know that you too will be blessed by God. In ways and to the extent you never dreamed possible. And if you’re on the fence about doing the right thing, know that your reward will be multitudes greater than your hardship. I cry tears of joy every day and am still in awe of how God has blessed me. Thank you for making this video. The devil is alive and well on Earth and people are being persecuted more than ever, so this is an incredibly important message.
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Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and studies with me. That was such a beautiful expression of Acts 9, and you have helped me see it more clearly. I have been blessed by the hearing of God's Word through you!
We're so glad God is teaching you through His Word, Jan! 🙌
Amazing message brother, thank you so much. God bless you
Blessings to you too!
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Thank you
Amen
1335 days from my employment here...
I love thats it's not a fair fight.
i keep repeating to listen to this sermon so blessed
So glad that you're here with us, April! 🙌
Thank you, Pastor Colin for this message. There have been times that I needed to be reminded of this. I noticed I had underlined 42:1,2 at some point.
So glad you are enjoying messages from Pastor Colin 🙂
Wonderful! I really thank you God's servant for the challenging sermon. I believe many will be transformed by this preaching. God bless you.
Wow great job sharing the Word
We are glad to have you here with us at Open the Bible!! 👋
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Thankyou Ps,powerfull
This was a great explanation of the Holy Spirit. I enjoyed it, thank You Father, thank you Jesus. Thank you for video. God bless
So glad to hear this message was helpful! May God continue everything He is doing in your heart 🙌
Wow! Praise you Jesus, this helped me so much going through a tough time ❤
Thank you 💗
Thank you Pastor for the powerful, convicting message.
I have just found you on UA-cam. Thank you for the clear teaching of the Word of the Living God.
Hey there! So glad to have you be here with us at Open the Bible 👋
What a glorious message for all the Saints.
Jeremiah's lament hit home. I've said those things to God too.
Thanks for sharing, Brian. Continue clinging to the hope we have in our Lord Jesus Christ!
plain and simple: with my sinful inbuilt nature, I could still hold a 'pure heart !! reason being I strive for holiness, and as a result I could see God, not in the literal sense of the word now, but as a consequence when the time comes '
Amen
Wise teaching? Helpful in my prayer life and daily devotions.
So glad you enjoy these teachings! 🙌
Greetings from Oregon! This is very helpful to me as I start a new phase in my adventure with Jesus.
Hello from Chicago, Brian! 🙂 So glad to hear it.
Wonderful and well put and made so plain. Thank you 🙏
Pastor Colin, thank you so much for what you have learned. Since Jesus came into my life, He has given me a desire to read the scripture each day. A gentleman from The Navigators said "No Bible, No breakfast." May the Lord continue to share what He has been teaching you.
Such a great reminder to keep! 👏
Complete Genesis 1: 26-27-and 28.and explain it .? Why jump to Genesis 2:7.?
What did the babies born with terminal illness, disabilities/handicaps sew to reep that?
What a revetion
Grace Alone Faith Alone Christ Alone God Alone
I am a spirit with a soul and living in body
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Loved it when we went to see England v Sri Lanka together at Lords back in the mid 80s ...was interesting to see you clapping and cheering for England! 🏏🏴
The Passover?” is Setting aside, slaughtering, and eating a paschal lamb was introduced as a celebration of the festival. It Had to be performed by a priest Where did Jesus, eat the Passover?” Matthew 26:17 he was the Priest and he was the lamb witch had to be eaten John 6:53 53 Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except ye eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drink his blood, ye have no life in you. (other then that is Heresy) .
Thank you for this understanding of the Word I really like this!
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This word brought me much encouragement. Thank God for you, man of God.
We're so glad you are encouraged 🙌
This series is soooo useful, thanks a lot for Pastor Colin Smith's teaching and ministry
So glad to hear you've benefited from it! 🙌
Amem!
A men!
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I'm so glad that this is available here on UA-cam!! I just heard this message this morning on 90.1FM Moody Radio Chicago and now I can share it with others. 😊
Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Thank You Pastor Smith. I listen to you daily on Redeemer Broadcasting @10am/1pm. You're so ENCOURAGING 🙏🏿
11 June 2024🙏
Great message.
I just saw a cardinal sitting on a blooming mimosa tree in my backyard
So why didn't joseph leave Egypt? And go to his father. He was not ready to face his brothers....God had to orchestrate