You're right in plenty of what you're saying, that's why I'd recommend you reading Romans and James in the Bible.
But stuff like "but never really have try that hard" and "(but never actually do anything)" are your own assumptions and silly ones at that, you're putting too many people in the same bucket.
> If they represent themselves through inaction, they are virtually equivalent - equally as bad.
In regards to Neighbours A nd B, you're also right, but that's a bad scenario. Christians should thrive to lead a life that reflects the goodness of God and the grace they have received.
Some are rubbish at it, some are better and do amazing things. Same for non-Christian people, mind you.
But ultimately it comes down to: Christ died on the cross to pay for your sins. Are you going to accept that, repent, and follow Him? or are you going to disregard it?
The first option, if done from the heart, WILL bear good fruit.
But stuff like "but never really have try that hard" and "(but never actually do anything)" are your own assumptions and silly ones at that, you're putting too many people in the same bucket.
> If they represent themselves through inaction, they are virtually equivalent - equally as bad.
In regards to Neighbours A nd B, you're also right, but that's a bad scenario. Christians should thrive to lead a life that reflects the goodness of God and the grace they have received.
Some are rubbish at it, some are better and do amazing things. Same for non-Christian people, mind you.
But ultimately it comes down to: Christ died on the cross to pay for your sins. Are you going to accept that, repent, and follow Him? or are you going to disregard it?
The first option, if done from the heart, WILL bear good fruit.