This is a poem that I wrote about people who refuse to want to change things in the church based on tradition. I've been told that the words "it's always been done that way," are the most hurtful words to a church body. So many times we let tradition get in the way of what the Bible really has to say. This poem describes how it makes me feel when I hear that phrase!

Out With the Old

By: Amanda Sanders King

Out with the old, in with the new,

Makes an old man want to spew.

They grip, complain, whine, and pout.

Some wonder what the fuss is all about.

“It’s always been done like that,” they say,

Without even taking time to think or pray.

Honestly, do you believe that phrase?

If so, you’re living in a foggy haze.

This world isn’t the same as it’s always been,

Come on now, we are no longer cave men!

We’ve now discovered there’s more to outer space.

And we know so much about the human race.

People no longer have to write and mail letters,

Because the computer lets us do it faster and better.

So you want to sulk about what might be new,

As you slouch and squirm in your back pew.

You cause so many people misery and pain.

Really and truly, what is it you want to gain?

If God had thought that things had to stay the same,

Then His dear blessed son would have never came.

A blood sacrifice of a lamb would still be enough,

But, He had a better plan that was very tough.

He made it easier for me and you,

So we wouldn't have to sacrifice animals, too!

Quit backbiting and stirring up things,

It’s really not worth the agony it brings.

So many times we rely on traditions,

Instead of what the scripture mentions.

The Bible, not doctrine, is what I stand for,

Now hush up, sit down; need I say more?