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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

The key message from today's sermon is the profound truth from Scripture: Matthew 5:8 - "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." This Beatitude from Jesus presents us with the promise and the challenge that purity allows us to behold God himself.

Colin Smith

Jul 3, 2022

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God’s Will

Discover profound insights into the Lord's Prayer with this enlightening sermon on Matthew Chapter 6. Learn about the six petitions, their divine order, and how they encompass every prayer we could offer. Explore the significance of "Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven", and find comfort and guidance in understanding God's will.

Colin Smith

May 17, 2020

Sermon Series

Momentum – Pursuing God’s Blessings through the beatitudes. Vol. 2

Sermons on the Beatitudes The Beatitudes are not telling you how to become a Christian – they tell you what a true Christian looks like. Everyone wants to be blessed. We want to be blessed in life, blessed in death, and blessed in eternity. In the Beatitudes, the Son of God tells us about the

Colin Smith

Oct 17, 2013

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What to Do When You’re Not Being Persecuted

Discover the profound insights of Pastor Colin Smith as he delves into the blessing of persecution and its transformative power in the Christian life. Be inspired by real-life testimonies and biblical teachings that illuminate the sanctifying work of God amid trials. Join us and explore the divine rewards that await those who stand firm in their faith. Listen now and be encouraged!

Colin Smith

Mar 10, 2013

Sermons

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted

Discover what it truly means to live a godly life. Explore the roots of Christian character and prepare your heart for both blessedness and the trials of persecution. Listen now!

Colin Smith

Mar 3, 2013

Sermons

Blessed Are the Peacemakers

Discover the profound journey of becoming a peacemaker through the wisdom of Jesus's teachings in Matthew 5:9. Join Pastor Colin Smith from Open The Bible as he delves into the spiritual significance and practical challenges of embodying the ultimate Christian character. Prepare to be inspired and equipped for your calling to foster peace in a fractured world.

Colin Smith

Feb 10, 2013

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What to Do When You’re Not Being Persecuted

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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

Colin Smith

God’s Will

Colin Smith

Momentum – Pursuing God’s Blessings through the beatitudes. Vol. 2

Colin Smith

What to Do When You’re Not Being Persecuted

Colin Smith

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted

Colin Smith

Blessed Are the Peacemakers

Colin Smith

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