The Bible offers a resounding "By no means!" to the question of intentionally sinning because of God’s grace (Romans 6:1-2). While God’s forgiveness is infinite and freely given, true salvation means we are freed from the power of sin, not given a license to sin. The Christian is a "slave to righteousness" (Romans 6:18) and is called to live a new life that reflects the death of their old, sinful nature. Intentional, careless sin shows a misunderstanding of the transforming power of the Gospel.

God allows chronic illness and long-term pain, not as punishment, but because we live in a fallen world (Genesis 3). The Christian faith interprets this suffering through the lens of God's sovereignty, seeing it as a means to achieve five godly purposes: deepening dependence on Christ, preparing us for eternity, demonstrating His grace (2 Corinthians 12:9), perfecting our character, and allowing us to comfort others (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

The "hypocrisy" seen in Christians stems from the tension between the perfect ideal of Christ and their ongoing human reality (Romans 3:23). Every believer is a "saved sinner" in the process of sanctification, a slow journey of becoming more like Christ. Do not let the flaws of the followers distract you from the perfection of the Founder, Jesus Christ, who is the only source of strength to overcome this struggle (Romans 7:24).  

Self-care and self-improvement are biblical when understood as stewardship of God's resources. Self-care honors the body as the Temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20) and acknowledges our need for rest (Matthew 11:28). Self-improvement aligns with the call to grow in godliness and character (1 Timothy 4:8; 2 Peter 1:5-7). Both are necessary disciplines for effective service, provided they do not become an excuse for selfishness.