Timbo its a figure of speech
I dont really mean god as god

U r a logical person wud u do something good for just goodness sake

I mean we r all selfish people. If what u r saying is to be applied then the govmt has to give incentives and special attention to the perfect citizens in the future.
Since religion promises a paradise people act nice. so when govmts apply the commandments dontu think the govmt has to promise something better.

I mean i dont think people are gonna be nice for goodness sake

And gypsy in todays wworld we have two gods one in the heavens and one in the world. Govmt is also a god t o us
People expect something from both, thats what keeps them in check.

Look guys i am goin g off now gotta go for work will be back at 10.30

U guys carryon