You should not bully others with religion.
Tate's cousin hasn't been going to church lately, and they're in a devoutly Christian family.
Tate wants to tell his cousin something.
Tate tells his cousin that he's allowed to support whatever religion he wants.
Tate tells his cousin that he;ll never come to heaven if he never comes to church.
Tate's cousin feels relieved and feels less pressure to have to go to church.
Tate's cousin feels guilty and feels like Tate is judging him.