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Traditions
Christians
have the same problem with religionists that the 1st century church
had with traditions. Hear Jesus: "Howbeit in vain do they worship
Me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men." Again, "For
laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the traditions of men."
Let
me illustrate. Does the Bible teach denominational loyalty or loyalty
to Christ? Where is there anything similar to a denomination found in
the New Testament? Where is the hierachy? The idea of apostolic succession
is not scriptual. Christ is the head of the Church.
Today's
church has every kind of activity imaginable: aerobics classes, dance
lessons, parties, shows, entertainment. Listen to Jesus: "In vain
do they worship Me."
Church
people know how to cuss, but not how to witness, know how to dance,
but not how to pray. Who idolize actors and actresses, but have no idea
how to lead a lost sinner to Christ. They are excited about sports,
but not about revival. The Bible declares them to be "lovers of
pleasure more than lovers of God." Church rolls are full of people
who are lovers of self. Who hold grudges, and won't forgive. Who spend
lavishly on themselves, but won't support the Lord's work.
Dr.
Bob Jones, Sr., said it well: "What this nation needs is six months
preaching from the pulpits."
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