Open the Bible UK Broadcast

In a world where trust is often broken, Jesus Christ will never let you down. Join Pastor Colin Smith in 2 Corinthians 8 as he explores what generous, trustworthy Christian giving looks like: giving in proportion to what God has provided, supporting the poor and gospel ministry, and handling every gift with integrity and accountability.
Discover why a church that reflects God’s character will be marked by both generosity and careful stewardship—and find fresh encouragement to place your trust in Christ, who loves you completely and can be trusted with your life, your death and your eternity.

How can we grow in generosity, especially when life is hard and resources feel limited? In this message from 2 Corinthians 8, Pastor Colin Smith looks at the Macedonian churches, whose overflowing joy in Christ led to rich generosity even in severe trial and extreme poverty.
Discover why Christian giving is not driven by guilt or rules, but by the grace of Jesus Christ, who became poor so that we might become rich. As we see more of God’s generosity towards us, his character begins to shape our lives.

What motivates your giving? Pastor Colin Smith shows from 2 Corinthians 8–9 that gospel generosity is not driven by guilt or pride, but by the freedom and joy that flow from knowing Jesus Christ. Discover how Christ, though rich, became poor for us—and how his gracious gift reshapes our hearts and lives.

How does the gospel move from something we believe to something that shapes every part of life? Pastor Colin Smith begins the series ‘A Generous Life’ by showing how the presence of Christ, through the Holy Spirit, transforms our relationships, freedom, forgiveness and care for others.
Discover why Christian growth is not driven by guilt or pride, but by the good news of Jesus Christ living in us. Join us in 2 Corinthians 8 for ‘A Generous God’.

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.