I hear you and understand where you are coming from. I’m a Christian and a Southern gentleman. I believe a man has a number of duties that aren’t legal obligations. But yes, I’ve been using the word “duty” in a strictly legal sense.
We share both these traits. I have just been living away from the south for many years now. I plan to return on my retirement.
I just realized we also share sort of similar FR names. Care to make some noise at the range someday? :)