Is neglecting to do good as sinful as doing wrong?

Luther's Small Catechism

Is neglecting to do good as sinful as doing wrong?

Ten Commandments
Question 112
Luther's Small Catechism
Luther's Small Catechism

Luther's Small Catechism

Is neglecting to do good as sinful as doing wrong?

Ten Commandments
Question 112

Question

Is neglecting to do good as sinful as doing wrong?

Answer

Yes, indeed; to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.

James 4:17.

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