Open the Bible UK Broadcast

When someone we love dies, grief can bring many painful questions. In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5, Pastor Colin Smith opens God’s Word to show the sure hope Christians have in Jesus Christ.
Because Jesus died and rose again, those who die in Christ are with him, and one day all God’s people will be raised and reunited in his presence. Discover comfort and encouragement in the promise that, though we grieve, we do not grieve without hope.

How can your work become an expression of love for God and others? In 1 Thessalonians, Pastor Colin Smith explores the value of working quietly, peacefully and productively, while learning to serve people wisely according to their needs.

Is work simply a way to earn money, or does it have a deeper purpose? In this message, Colin Smith explores the biblical dignity of work. Discover how your daily responsibilities, whether paid or unpaid, can reflect God’s image, fulfil his calling and express love for others.

What hope is there when past sin, painful memories or ingrained habits make the pursuit of purity feel overwhelming? In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4, Pastor Colin Smith reminds us that God’s will is not only to forgive his people, but to sanctify them.
Discover why the battle for holiness is a normal part of the Christian life, and take heart: God is with you in the struggle, giving strength for today and hope for tomorrow.

What is the difference between justification and sanctification? Pastor Colin Smith opens 1 Thessalonians 4 to show how Christ not only forgives us and makes us right with God, but also changes us by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Explore God’s call to a holy life, the urgency of personal purity, and the encouragement that growth in Christ is both possible and essential.