Open the Bible UK Broadcast

Our culture often tells us to believe in ourselves, but Jesus points us in a different direction: blessed are the poor in spirit. In this message, Colin Smith explores why humility is essential to Christian growth and how recognising our need of God opens the way to his grace.
From 1 Peter 5, discover how humility helps us face hardship, strengthens love in our relationships, and keeps us depending on Christ rather than ourselves.

Do you long to know God more deeply and to experience his presence in everyday life? In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Colin Smith explains why Jesus says, “Blessed are the poor in spirit.”
Discover how recognising our need of God opens the way to prayer, forgiveness, the riches of Christ, and a life that makes much of the cross. If you feel overwhelmed by failure, temptation, or the challenges ahead, this encouraging message points you to the God who dwells with the humble.

What does it mean to be poor in spirit? Pastor Colin Smith opens the first Beatitude, showing that humility is not denying your gifts, but recognising that everything you have comes from God. As we acknowledge our need before him, we discover the surprising blessing of his presence with us.

How can you forgive when the hurt runs deep? Pastor Colin Smith shows how the Beatitudes give us a pathway for growth in the Christian life. Rather than trying to reach forgiveness, purity or peace by our own strength, we begin by admitting our need and looking to Christ for what we lack.

What are the distinguishing marks of a true Christian? Pastor Colin Smith begin a new series in the Beatitudes, where Jesus describes the life that is truly blessed by God.
Discover why faith and good works matter, yet neither alone provides the full answer. As we look at the Beatitudes, we are invited to examine our own hearts and pursue growing humility, purity, mercy, peace and hunger for righteousness.