As a matter of etymology...

The word "sin" means mistake. It does not mean "habit" or "practice" but you have to think and ask who would want to practice a mistake or have a "mistake/sin" on a habitual basis? Isn't there someone around like a wife, child, or your own "self" that might be under some effect of such a habit or skill? This is not a cultural or religious discussion. It is just a matter of etymology. The name "Artful Dodger" is appropriate in its application to the character in an old novel entitled Oliver Twist about orphaned children. They may have learned how to use cell phones, programs and computers to get your attention. Someone is hurting somewhere when money is missing from the Nike Store gift card given to them by someone who at least cared very much almost like a real family member that they would find a job a few times in life if not live until a ripe old age.