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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.
Episodes
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Joy in Heaven
It is amazing to think that when a sinner repents, heaven rejoices. Oh, how that should cause us to rejoice here on earth as well!
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The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength
What does the Word of God do? It both convicts us and strengthens us to follow the Lord with joy.
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Jesus Can Give You a New Heart
One of the greatest problems with the natural man is that his heart is like a stone toward God. But, thankfully, Jesus is able to take out our hearts of stone…
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If We Bury the Bible
The Scriptures need to be in our hands and in our hearts continuously. If they aren’t, it doesn’t take long for us to fall off the path.
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It’s Never Too Early to Seek the Lord
King Josiah sought the LORD from a young age. He is an example for us and for our children.
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Where Jesus Began
Where should we start when we want to evangelize someone? Jesus began with the knowledge of God.
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Anger Is Not in God’s Nature
There are many attributes of God which are revealed to us in the Bible. The Bible says “God is love” but it does not say “God is anger.” Anger does not come…
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No Condemnation
Elijah's prayer brought the fire of God onto the sacrifice and not on the people. This points to the cross where God's judgment was poured out on Jesus, who…
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Christianity Stands or Falls on This Claim
The claim of the Bible is that God’s Word is true. We can stand on that claim because Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
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God Will Dwell Forever with Men
The kingdom of Heaven will not be like the earthly tabernacle where the presence of God came and went; instead it will be a place where God and men are…
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The Meeting Place between God and Man
In the Old Testament, the tabernacle, and then later the temple, was where God met with men. But now, that “meeting place” is a Person—the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Living Stones in God’s Temple
The stones that built the temple in Jerusalem point to believers who are called “living stones.” And God is building His people up for an eternal inheritance.
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This Will Reveal a Great Deal about You
How we respond when someone calls us out for our sin reveals whether or not our heart is in the right place with God.
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Why We Don’t Need Any Other Prophets Today
In former times, God spoke in a variety of ways and through many different means, but once Jesus came, God spoke to us through His Son. And Jesus has given us…
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Carried Along by the Spirit
The authors of Scripture did not make things up as they went. Rather, they were “carried along by the Spirit” to write the Bible. That fact differentiates the…
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Lift Up Your Head
The world tells us to find our self-esteem, but as Christians, we find our worth in Christ and what He has done. We can lift our heads with Christ-esteem!
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An Everlasting Throne
Kingdoms rise and kingdoms fall, but God’s kingdom and God’s throne shall stand forever!
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The Ultimate Test of Humility
Sometimes men think they are going to do something great for God, but God has other plans. When that happens, what is your attitude? If it is bad, were you…
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A King You Can Trust
In the Bible we see that human kings fail all the time. But Jesus is a king you can put your trust in because He always rules with truth, righteousness, and…
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The Profile of a Godly Leader
God desires leaders to be men of character who put Him first in their lives.
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When the People Asked for a King
God Himself is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, but His people desired another king. The result was not pleasing to God and it was disastrous for Israel.
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A Better Deliverer
The judges of Israel delivered the people time and again from wicked foreign rulers. But Christ is a better deliverer because He saves us from sin and the evil…
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Powerfully Attractive and Deeply Offensive
Idolatry is powerfully attractive, but at the same time it is deeply offensive to God. How should we treat the idols of our hearts?
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One of the Saddest Verses in the Bible
During the time of the judges in Israel, the people had lost the knowledge of God and His wondrous works. But thankfully, that knowledge would eventually be…
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Counting the Cost
The Gospel is free, but there is a cost to follow Jesus. We are called to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him.
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The Will of God for Us Today
It's easy for us to think that our comfort is the thing that matters most. But God has not called us to a life of convenience; Christ died for us that we…
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The Consequences of Cowardly Choices
God calls His people to be brave and to trust Him. When we don’t, the result is never good.
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Guilt Removed
One of the greatest problems plaguing mankind is the guilt of our sin. But in Christ, our guilt is removed and our souls are cleansed.
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The Scapegoat
On the Day of Atonement, the “scapegoat” carried the sins of the people on itself. Christ was a scapegoat for us as well.
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The Priest That You Need
If you find yourself in a court of law, you'll need an attorney to speak on your behalf. In the Old Testament, the priests represented the people. But if you…
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The Purpose of the Old Testament Sacrifices
The sacrifices of the Old Testament were types and shadows of a much greater sacrifice which was to come. The sacrifice of Christ Himself.
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The Biblical Word “Atonement”
What is atonement and why is it necessary for reconciliation with God?
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Sorry Doesn’t Cut It
Feeling sorry isn’t enough to atone for sin. What is needed is a payment that only Christ can provide.
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The Spirit’s Power
What is the role of the Holy Spirit regarding living a godly life in this world?
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The Law Was Never a Ladder
The purpose of God’s law was not to show us how we may climb to heaven. Rather, it is the pattern that God set forth that we may know what righteousness looks…
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The 10 Commandments
The 10 Commandments show us God’s holy and righteous standard for our lives. To follow them is to live a godly life.
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The Lamb of God
The Old Testament sacrificial system pointed forward to the time when the ultimate sacrifice would be made by Jesus Christ.
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Deeply Insulting to God
We must believe in God as He is, and not as we wish Him to be. To mold Him into our image is insulting to Him.
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I Am Who I Am
God is the only being who is self-sustaining. He alone eternally subsists!
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How Faith Makes Us Right with God
Through faith, we enjoy the credit of Christ’s righteousness to our account. That is the basis of our standing before God.
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The Story of Noah
The account of Noah in the Bible teaches us to be ready. Christ will return someday. Will you be ready when He does?
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Satan’s Plays
The devil uses many traps to ensnare people, but one of his greatest traps is the temptation to distrust and disbelieve God’s Word.
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Twin Truths
We are both created by God and sustained by God. This truth both humbles and dignifies us.
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How We Can Be Right with God
Abraham and the patriarchs in the Bible were saved in the same way that we are, by faith in the Lord Jesus. Abraham believed God, and it was counted as…
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As We Move Away from God
History shows us that sin spreads rapidly as people move away from God. Sadly, this is the case even today.
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Jesus Is the Ark That Shelters Us
Noah’s ark provides a type and a shadow for us of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Amazing Grace
Why was Noah favored in God’s sight? Because God is full of kindness and compassion.
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God Deflects the Curse
Though Adam and his progeny were cursed because of Adam’s disobedience, Christ took that curse for us in His body on the tree!
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The Knowledge of Evil
Because of the Fall, mankind’s knowledge of evil is more than intellectual, it is sadly experiential.
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God Appears in Visible Form
What are “theophanies”? Why does God appear in a way that people can see in the Old Testament?
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God Is Our Creator and Owner
What is the significance of being created by God? Since God created us, He is the titleholder of our lives.
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God Will No Longer Be a Visitor
The Lord calls all people everywhere to come to him. Won't you do so today?
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God's New Garden City
After Adam sinned, work became a burden. But in the Kingdom of God, work will be a complete joy!
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The Joy of the New Earth
The Lord will someday bring about a New Heaven and a New Earth. What will it be like?
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Jesus Lives to Intercede for Us
How wonderful is it that God thought of you as Christ was dying on the cross? He loves sinners so much, even those who had yet to be born.
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Jesus Separates Us from Our Sin
Sin is like a huge burden on our backs. But Christ is able to remove it from us!
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Establish What Is True
God has given us tools to win the war against sin and the devil. God uses the Bible as a mirror and counselors as a source of wisdom to help you find the truth.
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Your Primary Battle
Most people think that other people are their main problem, but that isn’t true. We don’t struggle against flesh and blood, but against the evil one.
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Jesus Loves the Church
Do you see the Church as central to the purposes of God in the world? He certainly does, and he will use his Church to accomplish his ends.
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A Vision of the Church
God’s purpose is to draw all men to himself, and he is doing just that right now around the world!