What Would the World Be Like if Every Christian Followed Jesus' Teachings?

Just to clarify, the quote was goes like this: "I would be a Christian, if it werent for the Christians." It originated from a time in Gandhi was curious about the teachings of Jesus Christ. He visited a church in Calcutta, but was turned away because the sermon underway was for "high caste" Indians and "White people" only. He turned away and never looked back at the religion of Christ. To answer your question, the world would be a very different place... in fact alot different than most Christians today would think. The modern day church has done a fantastic job of dragging Jesus through the mud in thier own greedy quest for power and dominion. Thats one reason I wouldnt mind going to hell. At least Gandhi will be there with me!!

The world would be a wonderful place if everyone followed the teachings of the Prophet they claim to follow. Whether they be Christians following the teachings of Jesus or Hindus following the teachings of Krishna. All of the Prophets demonstrated the love of God therefore their followers should too. Unfortunately, many of their teachings have been so distorted by clergy that it is difficult to know what the true teachings of the manifestation are anymore.

There was a time when I refused to call myself Christian for just this reason. But I decided to not let the extremists take my faith from me. I am a Christian BECUASE I follow his teachings. I do believe in his divinity, but it is his teachings that make me a follower. I despise the hypocrites and the Followers of Paul as Messiah.

If we correctly understand Jesus' teaching and apply them to our lives, the world will see justice, love, peace, forgiveness... utopia. I think two reasons are for not seeing that. First, wrong interpretation like someone above did. Second, not applying in our lives.

The problem here is the Old Testament. It had a lot of teachings and laws that were for a younger human race. Once we had incorporated the spirit of these laws into our social conscience it was time to move on. This is when Christ came to Earth, to give us the new laws. We no longer need the old ones, they should be ignored and the new ways put in their place. Christ's teachings were less rigid, there is more freedom of personal choice. There is one basic tennant; to love. How can we go wrong here?? The Christian world needs to let go of the Old Testament. It is not our book but part of that of the Hebrews. CHRISTians should follow the teachings of CHRIST. Alas... it's not going to get through to the conservative masses. These people are not Christians. They follow whichever laws they want and pick and chose the right Biblical quotes (almost always from the OT) to support their own personal beliefs. Well, that's my opinion :P And I like St. Francis *is her middle name, spelt exactly the same way* lol

AAW, somewhere is the Gospel, Jesus said that He came not bring peace but sword. Indeed, even Christians who profess to be Christians are always disagreeing and arguing. Consequently, many seek answers in other paths and look at Christianity as all the more confusing or misleading. But it is not. If Mahatma Gandhi said he liked Jesus Christ, he should have sought Christ's way and showed how it is to be a Christian. Francis of Assisi defied his own beginnings and fought for us to literally see what a Christian must be. So did Mother Teresa. It is when we live our faith in our daily lives can we call ourselves Christians. If someone cannot give his all for his neighbor, he has no right to call himself a Christian.

following the teachings of Jesus Christ would make the whole world righteous... that's all!

As a Christian, I have often pondered this question, stating, "If people who say they follow the Christian faith did what is said in the Bible, you couldn't drive a car down any street in any town because there would be so many people mingling through the streets you couldn't get through. What would the world be like? I think it would be filled with a lot of love and friendship instead of hate and discontent. It only goes to prove who is in control of not only Christians, but people of every religion. Makes me wonder why you chose only the Christians to question. It's in every person who claims any type of faith.

I think the same thing. I can't stand christians that are out to prosecute non-christians and stuff.

The world will be great my friend..

i agree by what ghandi saysand would like to add please define christians those who follow his path of forgiveness let them be from any race or religion or politicions like empror constatine power grabber in the name of religion ?

I would dare to say that the whole place would be a much better place. HE promised that when two or more people gather in HIS NAME , HE would be amongst them. It would be nice if all gathered in HIS NAME. It would be a formidable group of people, that would bring betterment over them.

If every Christian folllowed the teaching of Christ, I think the earth we live in is a paradise. There are a lot of good followers of Jesus all around the world and they are helping mankind in one way or another. Yes, Mother Teresa and St. Francis are two good example. Many deserve to be "a saint" and only God knows who deserve the title.

AAW, somewhere is the Gospel, Jesus said that He came not bring peace but sword. Indeed, even Christians who profess to be Christians are always disagreeing and arguing. Consequently, many seek answers in other paths and look at Christianity as all the more confusing or misleading. But it is not. If Mahatma Gandhi said he liked Jesus Christ, he should have sought Christ's way and showed how it is to be a Christian. Francis of Assisi defied his own beginnings and fought for us to literally see what a Christian must be. So did Mother Teresa. It is when we live our faith in our daily lives can we call ourselves Christians. If someone cannot give his all for his neighbor, he has no right to call himself a Christian.