When it comes to Christianity, what is important? There are so many ideas out there, it can be overwhelming to try and find the truth. As you do try, however, you’ll likely find some differing ideologies. Some people will place a large emphasis on various traditions that are not actually commanded in the New Testament. On the other hand, many others will agree with and accept almost anything. But let’s consider 1 Corinthians 7:19. It says, “Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing; but obeying the commandments of God is everything.”[1]
When it comes to things not commanded by God, we encounter matters of liberty, and we should not judge one another in such matters. But when God gives commands, we no longer deal with liberty, and obedience is absolutely required. We should not draw lines concerning traditions; neither should we permit disobedience. Traditions, in the end, are nothing, whereas faithful obedience is everything.
[1] NRSV