Though sin reveals our need for grace, it is also important to note that sin is never caused by God or ever pleases God. Sin has a heavy penalty. I do affirm, however, that God does work in spite of our short comings to fulfill His sovereign plans and that God can bring about good from a bad situation (Rom 8). However, there are proper and improper ways to respond to our sins. When we sin, we must always... repent and turn to God in Christ Jesus.
We should never sin more (or be permissive of sin) so that grace may abound. Though sin exists, it is to be fought (because we understand that God's grace is not cheap). These days, many people do not know how to "fear" the holy God of the universe who will bring His fierce wrath upon anyone who is not found in Christ Jesus. So much is written about "grace" that it is almost expected and demanded. It seems like we have created a generation of Christians that feel "entitled" to the grace of God. Grace is unmerited favor of God that is given by His choice. That means God doesn't have to give His grace at all.
Sin is ugly and disgusting to God. The magnitude of the punishment (consequences of sin - the cross) reveals the seriousness of the crime (sin).
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