Open the Bible UK Broadcast
Religion & Spirituality
About
Open the Bible UK presents engaging and accessible Bible teaching from Pastor Colin Smith. This programme is the radio broadcast also available on our website (www.openthebible.org.uk) and at 7:30pm each weekday evening on Premier Christian Radio.
Episodes
- Applied Faith, Part 1
This episode uses the analogy of exercise to explain how faith grows when applied to life's challenges. Pastor Colin discusses the importance of actively exercising faith, referencing a biblical account of disciples facing a storm.
- Tested Faith, Part 2
This episode examines the biblical purpose of trials, using insights from 1 Peter 1. Pastor Colin explains that faith tested through challenges is more valuable than gold, leading to praise, glory, and honour, and reveals how God uses diff…
- Tested Faith, Part 1
Pastor Colin explores how trials refine faith, drawing from 1 Peter. Tested faith is genuine and precious, ultimately leading to praise and glory, even amidst grief.
- Growing Faith, Part 2
This episode,
- Growing Faith, Part 1
In this episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast, Pastor Colin examines Luke 17 to discuss the difference between 'little faith' and a robust spiritual life. He explores how believers can nurture and grow their faith through worship, God's w…
- Little Faith, Part 2
This episode discusses the disciples' request for increased faith and how to cultivate it amidst life's challenges, using Matthew 6. Pastor Colin emphasizes that even small faith, when nurtured through worship, remembrance, and perseveranc…
- Little Faith, Part 1
This episode explores the Christian virtues of faith, hope, and love, emphasizing the need for the church to embrace them. It uses biblical stories like the calming of the storm to illustrate how to move beyond "little faith" towards a ste…
- Gospel Hope, Part 2
Pastor Colin discusses the Christian journey as a process of growth in repentance and holiness, emphasizing the unchanging identity of Jesus Christ. The episode references 1 Timothy 6, the significance of public confession, and the anticip…
- Gospel Hope, Part 1
This episode of 'Gospel Hope' focuses on the importance of understanding one's identity in Jesus Christ, as Pastor Colin draws parallels between Paul's encouragement to Timothy and the modern believer's empowerment through Christ.
- Gospel Lifestyle, Part 2
This episode explores contentment during financial challenges, emphasizing gratitude and appreciating blessings. Pastor Colin Smith guides listeners using biblical wisdom from 1 Timothy 6, highlighting that godliness with contentment is gr…
- Gospel Lifestyle, Part 1
In this episode, Pastor Colin explores the concept of gospel lifestyle and contentment, referencing Apostle Paul and historical texts. The message emphasizes finding true happiness and peace by aligning desires with current possessions and…
- Gospel Leadership, Part 2
This episode, Gospel Leadership Part 2, explores leadership within a Gospel-centred Church, referencing 1 Timothy chapter 5. It covers Christian leadership, accountability, the significance of good deeds, and divine recognition of leaders'…
- Gospel Leadership, Part 1
This episode, part one of Gospel Leadership, explores how direction in a gospel-centred church comes from tested leaders, not individuals or the collective. Drawing from 1 Timothy 5, it highlights the wisdom and service of godly elders in…
- Gospel Compassion, Part 2
This episode, 'Gospel Compassion, Part 2,' from the Open the Bible UK Broadcast, draws from 1 Timothy 5 to discuss compassionate care for those in need, reflecting God's heart. Pastor Colin emphasizes the role of community in nurturing com…
- Gospel Compassion, Part 1
This episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast, 'Gospel Compassion, Part 1,' discusses divine compassion within the church, drawing from 1 Timothy 5. Pastor Colin emphasizes caring for the needy, especially widows and single mothers, and chal…
- Gospel Life, Part 2
This episode,
- Gospel Life, Part 1
In this episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast, Pastor Colin examines 1 Timothy 3:16, defining a godly life not as self-denial but as embodying the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, including His crucifixion and resurrection.
- Gospel Character, Part 2
In 'Gospel Character, Part 2,' Pastor Colin discusses how doctrine relates to our usefulness to God, emphasizing that 'Gospel Character' is evident in public life. The message encourages cultivating wise judgment, healthy relationships, an…
- Gospel Character, Part 1
Pastor Colin Smith explores the qualities of 'Gospel Character' from 1 Timothy 3. The discussion focuses on essential characteristics for Christian leadership, wise judgement, and healthy relationships, relevant for ministry and personal C…
- Gospel Ministry, Part 2
In Gospel Ministry, Part 2, Colin explores the Gospel's inclusivity using 1 Timothy Chapter 2. He emphasizes that God desires all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of truth, as Christ gave himself as a ransom for them, highlight…
- Gospel Ministry, Part 1
Pastor Colin explains that the Church's primary calling is Gospel ministry, focused on transforming hearts through prayer and proclamation, as seen in 1 Timothy, Chapter 2. The episode encourages applying these biblical principles to conte…
- Gospel Salvation, Part 2
Pastor Colin examines 1 Timothy 1:12-20, discussing how grace is a continual reality in the Christian life. The episode explores the Apostle Paul’s reflection on his own sins and how recognizing God's mercy leads to Christ-exalting joy.
- Gospel Salvation, Part 1
This episode differentiates the Gospel as good news about salvation through Jesus Christ, rather than just advice. Pastor Colin explains how God's grace, as explored in 1 Timothy 1:12-20, leads to salvation and joy.
- Gospel Freedom, Part 2
This episode discusses biblical perspectives on parenting, using 1 Timothy, Chapter 1, to explore how God's law can guide discipline and boundaries within a framework of grace. It highlights the Gospel's role in family dynamics and Christi…
- Gospel Freedom, Part 1
Pastor Colin discusses common misunderstandings of the gospel, highlighting its role in transforming believers through grace rather than legalism. The episode examines the function of the law in Christian life and church, referencing Apost…
- Gospel Faith, Part 2
This episode discusses the significance of centering our lives on Jesus Christ, using Paul's first letter to Timothy to explore how this focus fosters unity and prevents division within the church.
- Gospel Faith, Part 1
This episode, based on 1 Timothy, discusses what God seeks in a local church, moving beyond personal preferences to understand divine desires for faith communities. Pastor Colin and Karen share their study of the letter, highlighting pract…
- Commit, Part 2
This episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast,
- Commit, Part 1
This episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast discusses Asaph's transformative faith journey, likening commitment to a five-point turn. Pastor Colin highlights that true faith is a gift from God, illustrated by Ephesians 2:8, and contrasts i…
- Believe, Part 2
Pastor Colin discusses real, God-centered faith using Asaph's experience in Psalm 73. The episode emphasizes how focusing on Jesus during difficult times transforms discouragement into confidence and highlights Christ's importance.
- Believe! Part 1
This episode discusses Asaph's transformation from discouragement to a faith centered on God, highlighting the importance of belief as the fourth step. It draws lessons from Psalm 73, verse 23 onwards, showing how recognizing God's trustwo…
- Confess! Part 2
This episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast, "Confess! Part 2," examines the role of confession in the Christian journey, contrasting it with the advice to 'follow your heart.' Pastor Colin discusses how sin influences our hearts and encou…
- Confess! Part 1
This episode of Open the Bible UK Broadcast, 'Confess! Part 1,' explores prayer and faith through the struggles of Asaph, as detailed in Psalm 73. Pastor Colin discusses how God helps individuals overcome discouragement and crises of faith.
- Think! Part 2
This episode, 'Think! Part 2' from Open the Bible UK, examines the complexities of prosperity, highlighting its potential dangers for the unfaithful. Drawing on Psalm 73 and Pastor Colin's teachings, it addresses the despair of seeing the…
- Think! Part 1
Colin discusses how Asaph's struggles with faith highlight the difficulty of prayer when confused. He explains that worship and understanding God's truth, particularly within God's sanctuary, can help clarify thinking and provide strength,…
- Stop! Part 2
This episode explores how difficult life experiences shape one's future service to Christ, drawing lessons from Asaph's struggle with faith as detailed in Psalm 73. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness and perseverance du…
- Stop! Part 1
Pastor Colin Smith starts a series on Psalm 73, focusing on Asaph's crisis of faith. The episode explores Asaph's discouragement and his path to renewed belief, offering hope for those questioning their faith.
- The Joys of Life in the Resurrection Body, Part 2
Pastor Colin discusses the physical nature of resurrection bodies, referencing 1 Corinthians 15. The episode explains that resurrection bodies will be real and glorious, part of a renewed heaven and earth.
- The Joys of Life in the Resurrection Body, Part 1
This episode explores the Christian life's 'good, better, best' pattern, with Pastor Colin discussing the future resurrection body. It delves into four key doctrines, promises, and changes concerning our bodies, referencing 1 Corinthians 1…
- How Much Will I Enjoy Heaven? Part 2
Pastor Colin discusses the joy of eternity with Christ, referencing Revelation 21 and using math concepts to understand heavenly perspectives. The episode touches on the new heaven and earth, the absence of pain, and unity with Christ.
- How Much Will I Enjoy Heaven? Part 1
This episode explores the promise of Heaven using four simple strategies: add, subtract, divide, and multiply. It draws on biblical insights to inspire joy and anticipation for eternity with Christ.
- Will We Know One Another in Heaven? Part 2
In this episode, Pastor Colin Smith examines seven scriptural proofs that confirm we will know one another in heaven. He discusses how biblical figures provide assurance that relationships and identities persist beyond earthly life, offeri…
- Will We Know One Another in Heaven? Part 1
This episode explores biblical evidence, drawing from Revelation 7 and other scriptures, to answer whether we will know one another in heaven. Pastor Colin explains that our individuality and relationships will be preserved, offering a com…
- What Will It Be Like in Heaven? Part 2
Pastor Colin explains the current and future heavenly experiences of believers, using the ministry of angels as an example. The episode addresses the consciousness and active engagement of departed loved ones who await future resurrection,…
- What Will It Be Like in Heaven? Part 1
Pastor Colin discusses the conscious and joyful experience Christians can expect in Heaven after death, referencing biblical insights and Paul's teachings. The episode examines scriptural answers regarding the afterlife, starting with Reve…
- How Can I Be Sure of Heaven? Part 2
This episode examines the thief on the cross as a testament to Jesus's grace, offering assurance of heaven. Pastor Colin discusses the importance of turning, asking, and trusting in Jesus.
- How Can I Be Sure of Heaven? Part 1
This episode discusses how to be sure of Heaven, referencing the thief on the cross and Luke 23. Pastor Colin outlines three steps: turn, ask, and trust in Jesus.
- Heaven, How I Got Here, Part 5
This episode delves into the final chapter of "Heaven, How I Got Here," focusing on the thief on the cross's transformation. It highlights his shift from anger to realizing forgiveness through faith in Christ, emphasizing God's strength an…
- Heaven, How I Got Here, Part 4
This episode discusses the transformation of a thief's faith in Jesus and how trusting him provides strength to endure life's hardships. Pastor Colin emphasizes that faith in Jesus is for those who suffer.
- Heaven, How I Got Here, Part 3
Part 3 of 'Heaven, How I Got Here' focuses on the theme of love and the transformation of a thief during Jesus's crucifixion. Pastor Colin discusses the shift from hatred to faith, highlighting unconditional love and the universal need for…