Sermons on Unhelpful Tradition:

The Church, Christianity Or Religion? Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 14, 2007

The church, more Christian (followers of Christ) then religious (practising traditions and rituals)

The Church, Christianity or Religion Part 4 Text: John 8:1-12 Introduction: 1. While Religion and Christianity should be the same thing, far too often it is not. Religion too often thrives on creeds, credentials, and adherence to codes of conduct True Christianity holds to faith ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Justice For All Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 22, 2012

"What Jesus really meant", standing up for truth over tradition.

We are back and speaking out on our favorite subject "What Jesus really meant", standing up for truth over tradition. Our last truth was dealing with HIERARCHY and the opposite of hierarchy is equality, and Jesus was a radical egalitarian. The early church reflected this value, as we can see from ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Christmas Sermon

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Dec 20, 2010

A different approach to the traditional Christmas sermons. From the Apostles John and Paul

A Christmas Sermon As I sit to write this Christmas Sermon I feel rather strange because it will find its roots in the Gospel of John and the writings of the Apostle Paul and the writer of Hebrews rather than the Gospel’s of Luke and Matthew. This seems odd even to me but this is where I am ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Bad Rules Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 18, 2015

Jesus confronted the traditions of men in order to point men to the direction of God.

1. Mark 2.13-3.6 2. We cheer when we see Jesus confront the Pharisees and cast out the money changing Sadducees 3. We support his stand against men using their traditions to speak for God (Mark 7.6ff) 4. But wait, the religious leaders of Jesus' day aren't the only ones to fall into this trap. . . ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians And The Clash Of Cultures Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 3, 2018

How should Christians treat those of different cultures and traditions and religions?

Thursday of the 5th Week in course 2018 Reformation/Revolution Our Scriptures today ought to be at least a little disturbing to us today. In first Kings, Solomon, who was the anointed of God, the heir to the great king David, apostatizes. He had what we can only call a “mess” of wives. “According ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:4-13, Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

Things I'm Thankful For

Contributed by Gene Gregory on May 6, 2023

This is a non-traditional funeral message for my mom, for a largely Christian congregation

Funeral Mama’s - Things I’m Grateful For I have to admit, this funeral is a little more difficult than many I have done. And I’m not talking about it being difficult because of the emotions that are involved, rather I’m talking about it being difficult because I couldn’t decide what to say. When ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Season The Reason The Gift

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 26, 2023

Contrary to the cliche and tradition Jesus is not the reason for the season. Jesus is the ultimate gift.

The Season, The Reason, The Gift By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - This is truly a wonderful time of the year. One of my favorite Christmas songs is “At Christmas Time” by Luther Vandross, I love this song because it is true in so many ways, some of the words are “Ooh, every year at ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Psalm 51:5, Genesis 3:6, Psalm 58:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

The Power Of Laying Hands Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 29, 2024

Laying hands on the sick is a powerful act of faith, rooted in biblical tradition.

Laying hands on the sick is a powerful act of faith, rooted in biblical tradition. This practice has been used for centuries to bring healing, comfort, and restoration to those in need. Let's explore the biblical basis for this practice and its significance in the life of a believer. 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:17-18, Acts 28:8, Genesis 48:13-20, Matthew 19:13-15

Advent Invites Us To Journey Together Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 28, 2025

The Jubilee Year tradition adds another layer of meaning to this Advent season.

Title: Advent Invites Us to Journey Together Intro: The Jubilee Year tradition adds another layer of meaning to this Advent season. Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5 Reflection Dear Friends, There is something quietly revolutionary about waiting together. In a world that prizes individual ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Other

Hope Floats In The Compassionate Life Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Mar 25, 2008

This morning we are going to examine the compassionate life. For it is in the compassionate life that hope is often lifted up. It is in this stream or tradition that hope floats and rises to the top of our live. This compassionate life is the tradition al

Streams of Living Water Hope Floats in the Compassionate Life Amos 5:21-24 November 7, 2004 Mark Eberly This morning we are going to examine the compassionate life. For it is in the compassionate life that hope is often lifted up. It is in this stream or tradition that hope floats and rises to the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21-24

Denomination: Church Of God

7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 7, 2010

A sermon on 7 catch phrases or sayings of the church. Some talk about problems and some talk about solutions (Outline and some content adapted from Wally Seibel's sermon on Sermon Central called "Countdown to Church")

Sermon for 6/6/2010 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 HoHum: One time a preacher had a children’s minute with the children before the sermon. He called them upfront and he spoke about the ingredients required to make up a church, using a chocolate chip cookie as an example. He explained to the children ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Agape"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Apr 12, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that HUSBANDS should AGAPE their wives until death separates them.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. West Fort Hood Community Chapel Second Sunday of Easter Worship Service Killeen, TX 11 April 2010 Big Idea: Husbands should AGAPE their wives until death separates them. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration); 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

"A Real Relationship With Jesus Is Better Than Rules, Regulations.. Series

Contributed by Pastor Ricky A. Rohrig Sr. on Feb 16, 2017

It's not about religion, it's about a relationship with Jesus Christ!

The Ministry, Message, and Messiah in the Book of Mark Week 16: "A Real Relationship with Jesus is Better Than Rules, Regulations, and the Tradition of Religion" (Mark 7:1-13) Crossroads Community Church Rev. Ricky A. Rohrig Sr., Founding Pastor There is always a way to do things in life like your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 16, 2023

Easter Sunday about experiencing the resurrection power of Jesus in our lives

Resurrection CCCAG, April 9th, 2023 Scripture: Luke 24:1-6, but starting in Rev 2 Introduction We are going to take a break from our study in Colossians to celebrate the resurrection of our LORD. I want to talk about something that is making news everywhere and seemingly tearing at the very seams ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Are No Gray Areas Only Gray People

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 9, 2020

There are no gray areas. The Word has a correct answer for every issue. Issues are only gray when people do not want the full light of God but want to tiptoe on the edges of darkness.

“Abstain from anything that sustains prejudice against the Gospel.” - Dr. Robert Delnay Romans 14:1-15:7 Background Holy – Sanctification, Separation Leviticus 19:2 qadosh Leviticus 20:7 qodesh I Peter 1:15,16 hagios 1 Thessalonians 5:23 hagiazo God is black and white! Light in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23, Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist