Jesus was a populist leader.  He wasn't followed by the Jewish priesthood [who maintained ties with both Herod and the Roman governor].  Jesus was not accepted by the Pharasses, & Sadducees either [they were the observers of law and tradition---most often their own traditions,  rather than being concerned with the Will of God].


Most of the revanchist bishops/clergy and restorationalist laity----would have been in the crowds on Good Friday yelling for the crucifixion of Jesus.  He chose simple hard-working followers.  Jesus wore simple clothing.  Usually walked to where he was going.  Jesus sought out the sick, the sinners, the poor, all those considered 'conceived in sin'.  He asked for no profession of a creed, nor acknowledgement of Jesus as the Son of God.  He did not care if those asking him for cures, were Jewish or not.  He practiced "Table Ministry" where sinners were welcome---not spurned.

Yes, following the Jesus of the Gospel IS the way to go.  But what 'lens of the Faith?