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WHY DO YOU CALL ME LORD?"Why do you disobey the commandment of God for the sake of your tradition?" (Matthew 15:3)It doesn't matter how well intentioned, meaningful, or helpful the tradition is. If it is not according to Christ, if it hinders us from knowing Him, then it is worthless insofar as God's Kingdom is concerned and must be discarded. The religious traditions of men can be the greatest distraction from a simple, abiding relationship with Christ. Tradition dictates most of what is said and done in our churches - but that doesn't mean our tradition is right.Given a choice between following tradition and following the Lord, many people choose tradition. Why do you suppose that is? More importantly, will you be the exception?