Sermons on Jewish Tradition:

Traditional Or Contemporary! Which Is Right? Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 19, 2004

A sermon designed to show the listener that worship isn’t a style, it’s a lifestyle.

Traditional or Contemporary! Which is right? Mike Croel @ restaurant Awe and Joy Worship- presence of God Misunderstand what worship really is! Say it with me- “Worship has nothing to do with music!” Worship Wars Methodology v. Theology We have forgotten the definition of worship So we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Places, Things, Traditions Or People

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 29, 2009

Looking at what is important via they eyes of God...what is our mission?

Places, things, traditions or People Matthew 28:18-20 Since Easter we have been attempting to look through the eyes of God, using scripture to help us to have his vision for each of us and for the church. Last week we listened to Peter’s description of believers as being a Royal priesthood. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Congregational

Non Traditional Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 18, 2008

This was a very non traditional wedding sermon for a couple who met online.

What began as a Facebook search resulting in the response “Boy, he’s hot!” turned into a sneak attack setup date resulting in the response “Boy, she’s hot!” turned into a relationship… turned into a friendship… turned into an engagement… and now has turned into a marriage. Much has happened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Does Tradition Hinder Us?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 13, 2007

This world changes daily, and so do our churches. But people resist change, opting for tradition instead. We forget that Jesus was all about change. This message explores the "why" of change. Audio & text will be placed at - www.sermonlist.com

It was just a few years ago when you would go to a restaurant and if there was a waiting list, you would be called by name when they had an empty table. Have you been to Outback recently? They give you a pager and when it is you turn, they page you. When they dial your pager, an electronic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: *other

Do Not Lose The Mission For A Tradition!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 19, 2018

Churches need to get out of the marriage business. It is a tradition, not a biblical mandate. Stick to mission!

Gen 2 21 And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof; 22 And the rib, which the LORD God had taken from man, made He a woman, and brought her unto the man. 23 And Adam said, This is now bone of my bones, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Rituals & Traditions

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 15, 2022

Rituals have been defined as a series of actions or type of behaviour regularly and invariably followed by someone.

Gretchen Bleiler, an American former professional halfpipe snowboarder once remarked: “I learned a few years ago that balance is the key to a happy and successful life, and a huge part of achieving that balance is to instil rituals into your everyday life - a nutritious balanced diet, daily ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, Romans 14:23, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 29:13-14

It's Tradition Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 5, 2021

Many of us participate in Traditions, but never ask the question, "Why do we do that?" Communion is so much more than a simple tradition. It's about remembering what Jesus did for us.

July 03, 2021 It’s funny how traditions get started. They are important, to be sure, because they remind us of home and family and culture, but sometimes we participate in them not knowing why we do them because we have never stopped to ask, “Why do we do that?”. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25, Deuteronomy 6:1-12, Genesis 28:10-19, Joshua 4:1-7, Genesis 2:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Three Of The Oldest Church Traditions Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 9, 2015

Because the disciples were very human, and because human nature hasn’t changed, they exemplified three established traditions that are every bit as common in the church today.

Three of the Oldest Church Traditions (Mark 10:32-45) 1. We all live within the boundaries of routines and patterns; but they do not always hold true. 2. Two old friends bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is Tithing A Mandate Or Human Tradition?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 10, 2025

This message takes an honest and impartial look at what the Bible says about Tithing, what it was, its biblical history, and how and why it was implemented.

“See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.” (Colossians 2:8 NIV) Too many Christians feel guilty and Tithe out of obligation rather than love. Some ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, Matthew 6:19-24, Malachi 3:6-12, Mark 12:41-44, John 10:12-13, Luke 20:46, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Acts 2:42-47, Hebrews 6:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When John Was Baptist And Paul Was Jewish

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Feb 11, 2006

Jesus is the Light of the world. We have been commanded by Him to walk in this Light. If we want to see Jesus we must advance in our knowledge of Him.

When John was Baptist and Paul was Jewish Thomas Edison has been credited with inventing the light bulb. There were several inventors who designed and made various forms of the light bulb, in fact Edison’s idea originated from his purchase of Henry Woodard and Matthew Evans patent of the light ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Time Has Come: Moving Forward With Urgency PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

To encourage believers to let go of unbiblical traditions, embrace God's provision in the present moment, and move forward with urgency, recognizing that "now is the favorable time" according to God's timing.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message that's both challenging and liberating. We're talking about leaving behind unbiblical traditions, embracing God's provision in this time period, and moving forward with urgency. Opening Scripture Reading – It's a message drawn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:2

Topics: Traditions

Providence Over Rolling Dice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024

This sermon explores God's providence in Esther, the role of flawed individuals in His plan, and the significance of celebrating His deliverance through Purim.

Good morning, my dear friends. Welcome. I am so glad you're here. There's a sense of joy, isn't there, when we gather together, united in purpose, to delve into the richness of God's word? It's like a family reunion, where we come together, not because we have to, but because we want to. We want to ...read more

Topics: Purim, Jewish

Bible Passages We Would Have Understood If We Were Jewish

Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 19, 2008

Many today are obsessed with making the Bible fit our cultural perspective, even when it means abandoning sound principles of interpretation. Today we will find how important the historical/cultural context really is to sound biblical exegesis.

BIBLE PASSAGES WE WOULD HAVE UNDERSTOOD IF WE WERE JEWISH Interpreting New Testament passages through Jewish eyes. Various Texts Introduction Illustration: What Children Say About The Bible · In the first book of the Bible, Guinness’s, God got tired of creating the world, so He took the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Inside Connections And The Jewish Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

Peter’s denial and the Jewish trial of Jesus opens our eyes to the nature of sinful mankind and society...and to God’s Sovereign Purposes which cannot be thwarted

Note: this is a bulletin insert that I included with the sermon. The actual sermon follows below it. Ed Inside Connections and The Jewish Trial of Jesus (Luke 22:54-65; John 18:12-27; Matt. 26:57-75; Mark 14:54-72) Have you ever noticed this verse about John sneaking Peter into the courtyard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-65, John 18:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Christian Response To Israel And The Jewish People

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 28, 2011

Many Christians are abandoning their support for Israel. Christians are instructed to support Israel and pray for peace in that country.

On May 15, just 2 weeks ago, a worship service at Cornerstone Church was interrupted for over an hour. The church’s pastor, John Hagee, was conducting a Support Israel Sunday. Unknown to the pastor or congregation, 11 Demonstrators from the “Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational