A.T. Robertson Commentary Romans 7:5

"For when we were in the flesh, the sinful passions, which were through the law, wrought in our members to bring forth fruit unto death." — Romans 7:5 (ASV)

In the flesh (εν τη σαρκ). Same sense as in 6:19 and 7:18,25. The "flesh" is not inherently sinful, but is subject to sin. It is what Paul means by being "under the law." He uses σαρξ in a good many senses.

Sinful passions (τα παθηματα των αμαρτιων). "Passions of sins" or marked by sins.

Wrought (ενεργειτο). Imperfect middle of ενεργεω, "were active."

To bring forth fruit unto death (εις το καρποφορησα τω θανατω). Purpose clause again. Vivid picture of the seeds of sin working for death.