But if I do what I do not want to, I agree with the law [which condemns such conduct] that it is good.
So, the Law of Moses itself is holy and the commandment [against sinning] is holy and just and good.
For we know that the Law of Moses is spiritual [i.e., from the Holy Spirit in origin and character], but I am fleshly, sold as a slave to sin. [Note: “Flesh” throughout this section refers to a person’s natural inclinations to sin].
For in my heart I am delighted with God’s law,
But we know that the Law of Moses is good if a person uses it properly.