#2 Why is calling sin a disease a problem when trying to counsel biblically?

The Bible is clear that sin is a deliberate decision on the part of the sinner (Genesis 3:17) and that it is also something that for the believer, can be resisted. "Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath! fret not yourself; it tends only to evil." Psalm 37:18. Galatians 5:13 "For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh but through love serve one another." Calling sin a disease removes the responsibility for sinful behavior from the individual and places it on an outside influence. In order for sin to be conquered and overcome the individual must accept responsibility for his action and repent and turn from them. 1 Corinthians 10:13 demonstrates that a true believer does not need to be held captive to sin "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."  If the sinner sees his sin as a disease- something out of his control - he will see no need for repentance. (i.e. you can not repent of cancer or a cold.) This assumption removes the importance of personal responsibility. The perspective that sin is merely an illness,  ultimately removes hope for a true solution and leaves the counselee assuming he has a disease he may never be able to escape when in reality he/she is simply stuck in sinful habits, that through Christ, could be overcome. (2 Timothy 2:15,22-26)