Sermons about Human Traditions

You Were Formed To Be Part Of God's Family Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 23, 2003

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Diversity divides the human family, but understanding unites us. However, finally the fragmented family can be fixed only by faith. Part of a series to support the study of Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life.

A few years ago I began to pay attention to the tradition of family reunions in African-American families. I think it may have been when I learned that the Faulkners were driving to Massachusetts to meet other Faulkners. Or maybe it was when I found out that the Hairstons rent an entire hotel and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

What Christmas Is All About--From An Authority Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 26, 2018

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Though not one of the traditional Christmas stories we refer to when we consider Christmas, the prologue of John's Gospel perhaps offers the most complete explanation found anywhere about what Christmas is really about--the God-man came to earth to rescue us from this present darkness.

Christmas: What It's All About—From an Authority John 1:1-14 Christmas Eve, 2018 I know most of you this evening came expecting to hear another repetition of the Christmas story, focusing on the angels visit to Joseph or Mary, the virgin birth in Bethlehem, or even the Magi's visit. And ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:18, John 3:3, John 3:16

Denomination: Bible Church

Clement Of Alexandria Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 6, 2022

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Although Christ, like a human, is made in the *image of God, he alone shares the likeness of God the Father. Christ is both sinless and apathetic (indifferent), and thus by striving to imitate Christ, one can achieve salvation.

Clement of Alexandria Titus Flavius Clemens, also known as Clement of Alexandria, was a Christian theologian and philosopher taught at the Catechetical School of Alexandria. Among his pupils were Origen and Alexander of Jerusalem. Born: Athens, Greece Died: Jerusalem School: Middle Platonism; ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of John The Baptist - Parts 1 & 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 8, 2025

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When God breaks into human history, He calls His people to repentance, readiness, and radical obedience—and He raises courageous messengers to prepare the way for the coming King.

The Ministry of John the Baptist (Parts 1 & 2) January 11, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:1-20 INTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD SPEAKS AFTER SILENCE There are moments in history when heaven seems quiet. We’ve talked a couple of times about how in Israel’s story, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

Learning To Walk A New Way - Part Five Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

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The church is not supposed to mimic other human institutions. It is built up the foundation of never-ending love – supernatural power - unsearchable riches –immeasurable vision.

OPEN: So as we’ve begun exploring the fourth chapter of Ephesians – we’ve been looking at a proper response to the blessing Jesus provides for those who are in the Church. These are all first response issues – these are the baby steps. If we don’t get these first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Gifts

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 14, 2004

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On Christmas Eve, our family has a tradition of opening 1 gift. God also has some gifts for us to "open". 1. The gift of His Son 2. The Gift of God’s Care. 3. The gift of God’s Grace. 4. The Gift of Eternal Life

December 24, 2003 Title: God’s Gift Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Many families have Christmas Traditions... drinking egg nog around the fire place, singing Christmas Carols around the piano, Doing an act of kindness for a needy family, and many others... 2. One of the traditions in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Benefits Of God's Gift Of Creativity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

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Our Creator has given us creative energies and abilities that He wants us to use to help expand His kingdom and righteousness. Many non-christians think Christians are boring and stuck in their worn out traditional ways of doing things. God gave Daniel ex

Creativity Daniel’s Bright Idea – Daniel 1 Creativity = to invent, to come up with a new way of presenting ideas, concepts and useful things. Creative people have a way of always keeping life interesting, innovative and invigorating. Our Creator has given us creative energies and abilities ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is A Pharisee In All Of Us

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 9, 2013

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A sermon on Mark 7:1-23 on the teachings and traditions of the Pharisees (Material and outline taken from Dave Swavely's book, Who Are You to Judge?, chapter 7, Jesus and Legalism; HoHum from: http://www.sermons4kids.com/skin_deep.htm)

HoHum: Isn't this a beautiful apple? The skin is so red and shiny. Just look how smooth it is. It has a beautiful shape and I don't see any spots that look like the bugs or worms have eaten into it. Yes, this is a really good apple. Oh, you might be thinking, "You can't tell if an apple is good by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Transformation Of The Twelve, Part Four Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

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The Apostles were very human men, just like us. And just as Jesus took these diamonds in the rough and polished them into gems, so God wants us to reach our spiritual potential by spending time with Jesus.

The Transformation of the Twelve, Part Four (Matt. 10:2-3) NOTE: In actual preaching, I could not finish PART 3, so I "picked up where I left off" in part 4... Main Idea: The Apostles were very human men, just like us. And just as Jesus took these diamonds in the rough and polished them into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Addressing The Proud Person As Jesus Would

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 6, 2004

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The Lord Jesus was the Master in approaching people at the point of their need. He knew how to move from a person’s felt need to their perceived need to their human need as a gateway to their spiritual need.

Addressing the Proud Person as Jesus Would (Luke 7:30-50) Illustration:The pride of your heart has deceived you. --Obadiah 1:3. As the story goes, Muhammad Ali looked up with that saucy grin of his and said in a slow, gravelly voice, "Superman don’t need no seatbelt!" Without missing a beat, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:30-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Furnished Rooms To Fragrant Gardens

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 19, 2009

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Now that this church has rebuilt its basic structure, it is time to go on and make it all work. To do so, go back to rediscover God’s intention for humanity and understand that the church is to restore the "garden."

One spiritual principle shows up over and over again in the Scriptures. One theme is repeated endlessly: and that is that the way to go forward is to go back. The way to move ahead with your life is to go back, to go back to its roots, go back to its foundations, where you discover what is valuable ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Two Marks Of Genuine Faith

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

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1. Last week we looked into the mirror to see if our religion or faith is real.

1. Last week we looked into the mirror to see if our religion or faith is real. We looked into God’s word and then we looked at ourselves to see if we reflect the image of a genuine believer. 2. James shares with us three marks, evidences or signs that our faith is authentic. The first one we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rooted And Raised In Christ Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Mar 1, 2010

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Being rooted in Christ is the beginning of our journey, but there is so much more!

Rooted and Raised in Christ… Praise to God! Pastor Glenn Newton February 28th, 2010 COL 2:6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7 rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. COL 2:8 See to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Nazarene

"I Say, 'what Is It?'"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 4, 2011

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A sermon about trying to live into the love of Christ.

Ephesians 3:14-21 Colossians 2:6-15 “I say, ‘What is It?’” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, East Ridge united Methodist Church, Chattanooga, Tn eastridgeumc.org What is “it”? In any language, “it” is the most powerful expression of the most powerful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Does God Perform Miracles?

Contributed by Michael Walther on Jun 7, 2011

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If your God is not a God of miracles, what kind of God is He? The greatest miracle of God is the miracle of our salvation.

Does God Perform Miracles? Matthew 17.1-9 NKJ Matthew 17:1 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; 2 and He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. 3 And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

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