The main problem with humanity in non-theological language is self-centeredness. The biblical solution to humanity's main problem is self-death. The language of life and death in the New Testament is rarely non-symbolic. Yes people are born and they die, but that is not the New Testament's concern when using this language.
Instead, the New Testament's message is about "dying to self" or "crucified with Christ" or "dead in Christ", none of which refer to the cessation of brain waves and heartbeat. The New Testament is about learning a new way of living, a "self-less" way of living. There are very few things sadder in life than a child who has been doted on by parents and family and "rules the roost" and believes that the world revolves around him or her, unless it is an adult who continues to hold this childish self-centeredness.
At some point in one's life the opportunity arises to commit a selfless act for someone else. The first result of that action is usually an indescribable sense of accomplishment and well-being. Acting for the benefit of another actually enriches us personally. Parents are aware of this, although I suspect that this is one of the secrets of grandparenthood! However, most of us go through our existence here on earth not fully learning or benefiting from this principle. In a basic sense we lead a life-less existence.
So, the question is "How is your 'I'-sight?" Are you myopic with the ability to only see yourself? Are you hyperopic with no ability to focus on the things closest to you? In reality, we are all dysfunctional when it comes to our 'I'-sight. We don't have 20/20 vision and either miss the other or ourself in the picture.
The Bible helps us to see clearly and corrects our vision when it is faulty if we allow it to be our 'I'doctor.
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