Hi Amy Mitchell

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I hadn't thought about that aspect, the potentially manipulating "God doesn't like when you..." kind of threat.  We try to frame discussions of our kids' behavior in terms of caring for others (thinking about how it would make them feel) and caring for themselves (keeping themselves safe).  I honestly can't imagine telling them it makes God "sad" when they run in the street, so why would I say that for any other inappropriate behavior?