The truth of the matter is that sin does separate man from G-d and that one does have a natural love of G-d that dictates the performance of mitzvot. “These truths,” one must say to himself, “I do not wish to deny.”

Such arguments are effective in a conflict with one’s animal soul over actual thought, speech, and action. Using the abovementioned reasoning, one can prevail over his evil inclination at all times (in both “turning from evil” and “doing good”) and thereby attain the rank of the beinoni.