Romans 7:19 web — For the good which I desire, I don't do; but the evil which I don't desire, that I practice.

World English Bible

"For the good which I desire, I don't do; but the evil which I don't desire, that I practice."

— Romans 7:19, World English Bible

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KJV
“For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.”
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ASV
“For the good which I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I practise. ”
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NET
“For I do not do the good I want, but I do the very evil I do not want!”
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DRB
“For the good which I will, I do not: but the evil which I will not, that I do.”
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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.”
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KJVA
“For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.”
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Romans 7 — Context

But if what I don't desire, that I do, I consent to the law that it is good.

So now it is no more I that do it, but sin which dwells in me.

For I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, dwells no good thing. For desire is present with me, but I don't find it doing that which is good.

For the good which I desire, I don't do; but the evil which I don't desire, that I practice.

But if what I don't desire, that I do, it is no more I that do it, but sin which dwells in me.

I find then the law, that, to me, while I desire to do good, evil is present.

For I delight in God's law after the inward man,

Romans 7:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 7:19 say?

Romans 7:19 in the World English Bible reads: “For the good which I desire, I don't do; but the evil which I don't desire, that I practice.”

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 (WEB): “For the good which I desire, I don't do; but the evil which I don't desire, that I practice.” 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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