Note.—Human tradition is simply the voice of man preserved in the church. To follow the traditions of men instead of obeying the commandments of God is to repeat the sin of Saul.
23. What will be the fate of those who do not obey the gospel of Christ?
“And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with His mighty angels, in flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 2 Thess. 1:7, 8.
24. What condition is attained in obeying the truth?
“Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently.” 1 Peter 1:22.
25. What promise is made to the obedient?
“If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land.” Isa. 1:19.
26. Whose example are we urged to imitate?
“That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.” Heb. 6:12.