First Baptist Church Columbia (sc)

Over the centuries, mothers have changed...their looks and their roles. However, their love remains unchanged. Join Dr. Estep on this Mother's Day as he shares with us the "Qualities of Mom."

On this Graduate Recognition Sunday, Rev. Tripp Atkinson states that "Christ doesn't want a place in your life..." but he doesn't stop there. Join him as he explains Christ's challenge to the new disciples as they were fishing on the lake and how Christ's message applies to today's Christian.

The resurrection of Jesus has eternal impact. Join Dr. Estep on this Easter Sunday as he studies the questions raised by the resurrection.

It is interesting to see the Crucifixion through the eyes of the Old Testament, especially in the book of Psalms. Join Dr. Estep on this Palm Sunday as he teaches us about "The Prophecy of the Cross."

In the time of Micah, the leaders and politicians were corrupt. (Sound familiar today?) Micah's message to the people of Israel reveals what the people should expect from their leaders. Join with Dr. Estep as he brings us the very timely message 'The Lord Requires.'

There is some controversy concerning the story of Jonah and the Whale. Some believe the story is simply fabricated, others believe it is a parable, while others believe that the story of the whale is true. Yet G. Campbell Morgan states: "Men have been looking so hard at the great fish that they have failed to see the great God." Listen as Dr. Estep tells us of our great God in his sermon entitled "The Missionary."

The prophet Amos humbly claimed that he was not a prophet but, instead, "a herdsman and a grower of figs." Yet he answered the call of God to bring God's message to His people. Even today. Amos' story is an excellent example for us as God deals in our lives. Listen as Dr. Estep teaches us the lesson of "A Non-Prophet."

Joel is considered a "minor prophet" because his writings are shorter...not because the writings are less significant. In today's lesson, Dr. Estep teaches us about Joel's prophesies concerning our future. Join Dr. Estep as he leads through the lesson on "The Locust Plague."

In March 2003, Saddam Hussein and his sons invited a few close friends to an exclusive restaurant in Baghdad but ignored US forces gathering at the border. Although they survived a US cruise missle that slammed into the restaurant, this was the beginning of the end of the reign of Saddam Hussein. A similar story also took place in ancient Babylon. Join with Dr. Estep as he brings us the lesson on "Party Time."

Do you remember in your younger days when you were leaving home that your parents would say, "Don't forget who you are"? They were reminding you to act like they taught you (and perhaps avoid embarrassing your family.) Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego were thrown into the fiery furnace because they continued to bow to the true God regardless of what others were doing. Listen as Dr. Estep tells us of the story of these three courageous men in his sermon entitled: "The Image of Gold."

Remember the old song, "Dem Bones"? What a picture of impossibility! How can anyone expect to see a valley filled with bones come to life. Ezekiel offers this picture of impossibility to symbolize the impossibile time in Israel's history - captivity. Yet God revived a beaten people into a great nation. Our personal lives can also be symbolized by the valley of dry bones. Yet God, in His love and faithfulness can revive our hopeless spirits. Join Dr. Estep as he tells the story of "Dry Bones."

This Valentine message is one of marriage and love. Dr. Estep tells us the story of Hosea and his wife, Gomer...they were married...she was unfaithful...yet Hosea took her back. This is also the story of God's people...we are committed to Him, we have been unfaithful to Him, yet, through the blood of Jesus, God receives us again. Join Dr. Estep as he tells "A Love Story."

The word "lamentations" is translated "wailing - great mourning; weeping. In the book of Lamentations, we find the prophet Jeremiah mourning for the condtion of Jerusalem because of her sins. It also explains our condition today because of our sins against the Lord. Listen as Dr. Estep describes our dilemna and the hope that is found in His loving-kindness.

Have you ever been so overwhelmed with life that you just wanted to quit...throw in the towel? If so, you are not alone. Join Dr. Estep as he shares the story of Jeremiah's expressive desire to quit God's call.

According to Greek mythology, the Sirens lured mariners by the power of irrestistible songs. In our personal lives we also have "Siren Songs"...calls on our life that are irresistable to us. What is your irresistable call? Listen as Dr. Estep teaches on "The Call of God."

Many of us have endured suffering at some point in our life. But the Lord Jesus also suffered during his life and knows our pain. Isaiah describes the Messiah's suffering in chapter 53. Please join with Dr. Estep as he teaches us on "The Suffering Servant."

Life is a journey but many of us just endure the trip and still others escape the adventure through drugs and alcohol. But Jesus said: "I have come so that you may have life and have it abundantly." Join Dr. Estep as he shares his lesson on "The Abundant Life."

Sin is not a popular topic and in today's society, it is no longer politically correct. Yet the Bible serves as our "spriitual plumb line", providing spritual truths which are meant to protect us. Join Rev. Jere Wilson as he shares the truth about sin.

A famous Christmas song states that Christmas is the "most wonderful time of the year." While that may be true for most of us, there are many others that Christmas is a time of sadness. However, as Dr. Estep teaches in today's lesson, if we keep our focus on Christ, satisfaction and contentment will be our attitude during the season.

What claims does Jesus have as "the Christ?" As we approach Christmas, it seems fitting to examine the prophesy, ministry and joy of Jesus. Listen as Dr. Estep teaches us the lesson on the vision of Christmas in his sermon entitiled "The Christ of Christmas."