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If you claim to follow of Jesus, then you are called to love without limits, show grace, and walk humbly with God. But as we listen to and watch many conservative, evangelical Christians today, they don\u2019t reflect Jesus. Not at all. In fact, it\u2019s often in complete contrast to his life and teachings.<\/p>\n

If you are in that part of the Christian church, come on\u2026 it\u2019s time for honesty. Seriously.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Gap Between Jesus and the Church<\/h3>\n \ Jesus lived a life of love and inclusion. He welcomed the marginalized, challenged the hypocritical, and showed sacrificial love. Many churches today, however, are known more for judgment, exclusion, and a quest for power.<\/p>\n \ This gap has disillusioned and hurt so many. And it is this gap, this hypocrisy that infuriated Jesus.<\/p>\n Inclusion vs. Exclusion<\/strong><\/h4>\n* Jesus included everyone, from tax collectors to sinners and outcasts. Many churches today, though, are known for excluding those who don\u2019t fit certain molds. Many churches today embrace the a teaching of contempt, fueling the fires of hate. Whether through official teachings or unwritten rules, this has nothing to do with Jesus. As we have said before, these churches are just using Jesus as a mascot. 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