We are up against sin.  It is a war of life and death proportions.  We have to see it that way or sin will kill us by leading us to minimize it, thinking, "This can't hurt me.  It's just an annoying part of life."  But it is that big a deal.  It will kill us.  And with the Spirit's help we will kill it.  And not just that.  We will eternally conquer it and enjoy the Father's gifts and his pleasure for all eternity.  Listen in.  Romans 8:12-17