The document discusses the difference between ritual and ritualism, noting that while rituals can be valuable when done properly, excessive focus on rituals without understanding their meaning can lead to empty ritualism. It provides examples from the Old Testament of rituals becoming meaningless routines and suggests ways to avoid ritualism like continually examining one's motives, living holy lives, focusing on God rather than the rituals themselves, and deeply understanding the significance of rituals.

1. When Rite Becomes Wrong: Turning Rituals into Ritualism Isaiah 1:10-20

2. When Rite Becomes Wrong: Turning Rituals into Ritualism Ritual The prescribed order of a religious ceremony; a customary ceremonial act. Ritualism Exaggerated emphasis on the importance of rites and ceremonies.

3. The Value of Repetitive Rituals Repetition is Frequently Used in Training

4. Repetition of Rituals can lead to Ritualism Repetition Makes It Possible To Act Without Thinking Action Without Thought Is Good With Some Things; Worship Is Not One Of Them.

6. Old Testament Isaiah 1:10-20 Assemblies Sacrifices Incense New Testament Heb. 10:25; 1 Cor. 11:17-30; Revelation 8:3-4 Assemblies Lord’s Supper Prayers Worship Involves Ritual Our Rituals Must Not Become Ritualistic