Biblical Teachings vs. Modern Practice:
1. Love and Peace –Jesus taught: “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” (Luke 6:27)
Yet, many Christians support war, nationalism, or policies that harm immigrants and the poor—values that contradict Christ’s message of universal love.
2. Wealth and Humility –
Jesus warned: “You cannot serve both God and money.” (Matthew 6:24)
But prosperity gospel and materialism dominate many American churches today, focusing on wealth as a sign of divine favor.
3. Truth and Integrity –
Jesus said: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6)
Many Christian leaders now tolerate or spread misinformation for political gain, abandoning Christ’s emphasis on truth.
Gandhi once said, “I like your Christ. I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.”
He urged Christians to truly follow Jesus’ teachings of nonviolence, compassion, and humility.
Guru Nanak taught, “God is Truth,” reminding all faiths that living truthfully, compassionately, and justly is the highest form of worship.
Conclusion:
Both Gandhi and Nanak call Christians back to their roots—not power or politics, but the radical love and truth that Jesus embodied.
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