Romans 7:13-16

The Apostle Paul's personal struggle in Romans 7:13-20 mirrors the tension every Christian experiences between sin and righteousness. Paul reveals how sin corrupts what God intended for good, while God's law serves as a spiritual mirror revealing our sinful nature. Rather than avoiding this tension, believers should acknowledge it, hate sin even while recognizing they still sin, and look for resolution in Christ rather than themselves. This inner conflict isn't a sign of spiritual failure but a normal part of the Christian journey that drives us to depend more fully on Jesus and His finished work.