Those who believe in eternal conscious torment (burning forever in hell) would have to say it's more important to be a Christian than a good person.
Duncan Edward Pile is a writer, author, and speaker at Patheos, Inc. and Beliefnet. His work focuses on the intersection of religion and spirituality, particularly exploring themes of Christianity and the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith, as well as church administration and religious organizations. Duncan's mystical approach to faith straddles the Evangelical/Progressive divide, reflecting his passion for navigating complex religious landscapes.