Why should Christians be moral?

[abaris]

It was quite a reward, not withstanding that he received the gift of eternal life with God.

See, that's the problem I have with all the christian stories. They basically tell you, to quote Monthy Python, "Life's a piece of shit, when you look at it". Meaning, losing ten children, no big deal, you get your reward, once you're dead. Suck up and shut up, enslave yourself to an ancient code of of conduct.

There are countless stories giving that same kind of message. Be good, the afterlife is awaiting you. It's even used by Paul to tell the slaves of the Roman empire to endure their lot, even if their masters are cruel.