It is absurd yet true that many self-styled “Christians” exemplify attitudes and beliefs antithetical to the teachings of Jesus Christ, and thus are “antichrist” (which I’m using here as an adjective meaning “opposing Christ” and not as a noun in the sense of “evil prophet” as is more commonly used).
I understand the key themes of Jesus’s teachings to be love, helping others and humility. He made a point of being kind to those most hated in his era: tax collectors, prostitutes and lepers. He disparaged the wealthy and the self-righteous, instead encouraging compassion and simplicity. Many of his parables center around helping strangers in need.
Unfortunately, many self-proclaimed Christians espouse opposite behaviors: intolerance, self-righteousness, cruelty and greed.
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