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Romans 7:19 bbe — For the good which I have a mind to do, I do not: but the evil which I have no mind to do, that I do.

Bible in Basic English

"For the good which I have a mind to do, I do not: but the evil which I have no mind to do, that I do."

— Romans 7:19, Bible in Basic English

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Romans 7 — Context

16

But, if I do that which I have no mind to do, I am in agreement with the law that the law is good.

17

So it is no longer I who do it, but the sin living in me.

18

For I am conscious that in me, that is, in my flesh, there is nothing good: I have the mind but not the power to do what is right.

19

For the good which I have a mind to do, I do not: but the evil which I have no mind to do, that I do.

20

But if I do what I have no mind to do, it is no longer I who do it, but the sin living in me.

21

So I see a law that, though I have a mind to do good, evil is present in me.

22

In my heart I take pleasure in the law of God,

Romans 7:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Romans 7:19 say?
Romans 7:19 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For the good which I have a mind to do, I do not: but the evil which I have no mind to do, that I do.”
Where is Romans 7:19 in the Bible?
Romans 7:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 7, verse 19.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 7:19.
What translation should I read Romans 7:19 in?
Romans 7:19 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 7:19?
Romans 7:19 reads (BBE): “For the good which I have a mind to do, I do not: but the evil which I have no mind to do, that I do.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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