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You want to make progress in the Christian life, but you feel stuck. You’ve lost momentum. Pastor Colin talks about the key to progress in the Christian life, and where all progress starts.   Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 The Sermon on the Mount 5 Seeing...

Pastor Colin shares the impactful wisdom once imparted by Warren Wiersbe about the importance of encouragement in ministry. As Pastor Colin dissects the beloved Psalm, he provides insights into what it means to have the Lord as your shepherd, reflect...

We're exploring the story of David—a shepherd boy turned monarch whose triumphs and tribulations resonate through history. Despite his stature as Israel's most lauded king, David understood that his true greatness was rooted in his relationship with...

"What is the church and why does it matter?" Pastor Colin invites listeners to delve into the pages of Matthew chapter 16 with the objective of reigniting our passion for the church, as perceived through the eyes of Jesus Christ. Despite the church a...

Welcome to the last message in our series on second Thessalonians. Pastor Colin reflects on the unique way God has spoken through this powerful letter. He shares his personal connection with the text, highlighting how it will remain a special part of...

Oh boy, are you in for a treat! Today's sermon is quite a unique journey through time, as we welcome a very special guest from the annals of history—none other than Adam. Yes, the very first human created by God himself! Adam's here to set the recor...

🌟Sermon Show Notes: A Timeless Message of Faith with Our Father Abraham🌟 Join us for a journey through time and faith with none other than our forefather Abraham, a man whose remarkable journey still resonates with us thousands of years later. As...

Welcome to a sermon by Pastor Colin Smith from Open The Bible, from Second Timothy, Chapter 1, verse 12. In today's sermon, Pastor Colin draws on the Apostle Paul's profound message to Timothy from a dark prison cell, showcasing remarkable faith and...

Pastor Colin invites us to reflect on an empowering passage of scripture from 2 Timothy, Chapter 1 and Verse 12, which declares, "I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him for that day." This...

It truly is a joy to share today's sermon with you. Our message delves into the fascinating world of spiritual beings that exist just out of our sight—angels. As reflected in Scripture, specifically in the book of Revelation, we find that th...

Today we delve into the reflections of a leader who feels overlooked and under-appreciated—Herod the Great. Despite his grand achievements and the stability he brought to his realm, he's left wondering why history remembers him for his connection to...

Pastor Colin delves deep into the trials of Joseph, betrothed to Mary, and his world-shattering experience of her pregnancy. Tackling doubts and societal pressures, he navigates a journey through divine intervention, angelic encounters, and prophetic...

Welcome to this week's sermon with Pastor Colin as he delves into an insightful perspective on the Christian faith. Reflecting on Luke's Gospel, Pastor Colin discusses the character of Simeon, a man from Jerusalem filled with the Holy Spirit, who eag...

Welcome to our special Christmas service featuring a sermon from Pastor Colin. In today's message, he shares his reflections and a unique perspective on the Christmas story, focusing on the essence of the celebration: the birth of Jesus Christ. While...