I have the capability to turn into a somewhat conniving, scheming, nifty guy that holds your life in his hands. But the cost? My soul.

That's a question when the devil gets the better of you. Then again, when i get to hell & when you alleviate to heaven i am punished for doing something i know is wrong whilst you are enlightened cause you were NOT enlightened before.

That is a paradox of nature many has yet to fathom. Religion is one thing, understanding how it works is another. That's a deeper spiritual study/understanding.

Some are born with families honing the power of love every now & then.
Others are born the same way. Just that the power of love ebbs away as materialism eats into their heart.