Sermons on Columbia Tower:

What Is Your Life? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 12, 2006

Since our life is just a mist that quickly vanishes, we must have a plan of action to maximize it and to be prepared to meet our maker.

Introduction: A. One day a doctor called one of his patients into his office to deliver some very important news. 1. “I have received the results of your tests and I have some bad news and some good news.” 2. The patient was quiet for a moment, sensing the gravity of the announcement, “Let me have ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nearer, My God, To Thee Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

When we are most in need of a "Close Encounter with the Divine," is when we should look for God to build a ladder to us, that we might experience His grace and guidance.

Texts: Genesis 28:10-22 Date: Sunday, July 21, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Last week, we watched Esau trade in his birthright for a simple bowl of red stew. Overcome by hunger, he gave into his selfish, deceitful younger brother Jacob and traded the double portion of his father’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Pop Quiz & Final Exam

Contributed by James May on May 15, 2005

Jesus gave his disciples a Pop Quiz on the road to Caesarea Philippi. Peter passed the test, but the world failed it. This Pop Quiz is also a Final Exam that determines your eternal destiny. We can’t afford to fail it!

Pop Quiz and Final Exam By Pastor Jim May Matthew 16:13-19 How many of you can remember your school days? For some of you it seems that it was only yesterday, but for some of us, it means dusting off a lot of cobwebs, and crossing a whole lot of bridges that we have crossed to come this far, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Do You Call Me Lord, Lord And Do Not Do What I Say Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Mar 4, 2004

This sermon looks at why "Lord" needs to be more than a word on our tongue.

“One afternoon author Patsy Clairmont found herself on an airplane, sitting next to a young man. She writes, ‘I had already observed something about this young man when I was being seated. He called me ‘Ma’am.’ at the time I thought, ‘Either he thinks I’m ancient, or he’s from the South ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49, Luke 6:46

Denomination: Church Of God

Praying With Power

Contributed by Erik Estep on Oct 20, 2011

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see that for us to reach our greatest potential as people and as a church is going to take us utilizing our prayer life. The Apostle Paul knew this and in our text we’re going to see him sharing w/the Xian

“Praying with Power” Ephesians 3: 14-21 May 23, 2010 Intro: A horrible flood struck a Midwestern town. The waters were rising so quickly the people were warned to leave their homes immediately. As the police came around making sure everyone was leaving, they came to Bill’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Playing Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2023

We all have had the similar experience of having our taste buds seduced by a delicious meal.

But the moment we took one bite of that delicious food that looked so good, we immediately knew that one of the main ingredient that would have made this dish taste good, such as salt or pepper, was missing. There are some ingredients that can be omitted and it will ruin the whole dish. There ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Hand Of The Lord Was Upon Me

Contributed by Matthew Miles on Jan 13, 2006

This is a prophetic word the Lord gave me... If your looking for endtime prophecy, here it is! I hope you are edified by it!

The hand of the Lord was upon me when I wrote this message, so don’t take lightly what you’re about to read. What has the world come to today? How come so many people doubt the power of God? Why has this nation strayed from the principle on which it was founded? I tell you the truth because this ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Uniqueness Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2010

What is it about Christianity that makes it so exclusive? Is Jesus really so unique? This series discovers the claims of Christianity and Jesus.

The Uniqueness of Jesus Christ John 1:29-42 This series will help us to see the unique nature of Jesus and the exclusiveness of Christianity. The first discovery comes from John’s statement about Jesus. A tourist visited a church in Germany and was surprised to see the carved figure of a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembrance

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 12, 2013

This is a brief sermon used before our communion service.

Remembrance Isaiah 53:5-9 Intro: This week has been a week of remembrance. As I sat around this week rehabbing my leg after surgery, I had the opportunity to watch all the different ceremonies honoring all the people who were killed on 9/11/01. The day the terrorists flew planes into the twin ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be A Nimrod! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 9, 2011

I think we would be wise to avoid being a nimrod.

Intro: 1. Dictionary of American Slang, lists: nimrod. a. a simpleton; a nerd. EX: Johnny is a total nimrod. He does such dumb things! *What stupid nimrod left the lid off the cottage cheese? 2. I think we would be wise to avoid being a nimrod! 3. Don't be a Nimrod! ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Today's Sermon Is About Work

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on May 9, 2001

Many Senior Citizens in our world are still the pillars of the community who give excellence to their homes, our world, and to God. Excellence matters to God. You’re a Senior Citizen and you have survived!

Sermon.973 “Today’s Sermon Is About Work!” Colossians 3:23,24 Senior Adult Day From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Sunday, May 6, 2001 Senior citizens are survivors! Consider the many changes seniors have witnessed: Seniors were born before television, before penicillin, before ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Sin God Will Not Forgive?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on May 9, 2001

A fresh look at the sin of Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit.

Sermon.964 “Is There A Sin God Will Not Forgive?” From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church. Matthew 12:31,32 One of the most difficult truths to come to grips with is that God’s Amazing Grace is big enough to extend to every single person. The Bible teaches that all who receive Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Clears The Temple Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 2 in the series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Jesus clenses the temple, which is a candid snapshot of Christ entering into the human heart and cleansing the heart so God can reside.

Picture # 2: Jesus Clears The Temple: John 2:12-25 The clearing, or the cleansing of the temple in Jerusalem, is a picture of Christ entering into the human body and cleansing the soul so the body can become a temple of Christ. The first great cleansing in our lives is to attack the root of all ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

John Chapter 14 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

The Private Ministry of Jesus follows His Public Ministry. Jesus’ Private Ministry prepares His followers for what lies ahead.

John Chapter 14 Read John 14:1-14 People all over the world are seeking comfort as they long for peace and joy in their hearts. Jesus alone can bring that comfort, peace and joy. When you leave this Bible study today, you will go to our parking lot, get in your car and go home. Do you believe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

John Chapter 18 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

Jesus crossed over the valley Kedron, between Jerusalem and the Mount of Olives, now called the Valley of Jehoshaphat. Jesus crossed this valley after Judas had made his agreement to betray Him. Jesus is the Lamb of God, led to slaughter.

John chapter 18 Read verses 1-11 In this section we find a blending of the majesty and the meekness of Christ. Jesus crossed over the brook Kedron after Judas had made his agreement to betray Him. Perhaps you remember another person who crossed over the brook Kedron. When King David’s son, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40

Denomination: Baptist