Open the Bible UK Broadcast

About Open the Bible UK Broadcast

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.

Publisher

Colin Smith

Category

religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Dec 2001

Latest episode

22 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

866 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Oct 2026

   The Urgency of Spiritual Vitality, Part 2

   How can you keep the Spirit’s fire burning? In this final message from 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Colin Smith encourages us to discern human words carefully, respond to God’s Word with faith and obedience, and trust Christ’s continuing work in us. Though Christians are not yet sinless, in Jesus Christ we are blameless: our guilt has been placed on him. Discover the security and hope that come from God’s promise to complete the work he has begun.

2. 

   21 Oct 2026

   The Urgency of Spiritual Vitality, Part 1

   How can you recognise truth from error when you hear teaching, advice or someone claiming to speak for God? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Colin Smith helps us grow in spiritual discernment without becoming cynical or isolated. Discover practical biblical tests for weighing what you hear: does it agree with Scripture, honour Jesus Christ, proclaim the gospel of grace, reflect godly character and build up the church? Learn how to welcome wise counsel while keeping your freedom to follow Christ.

3. 

   20 Oct 2026

   The Urgency of Persistent Prayer, Part 2

   What are we really up against, what are we hoping to see, and what do we depend on? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Colin Smith helps us see why persistent prayer is essential. Lasting change does not come through human effort alone, but through the gracious power of God’s Holy Spirit.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

4.0 / 5

5 ratings

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