New International Version Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. New Living Translation Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. English Standard Version For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Berean Standard Bible Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Berean Literal Bible For those being according to the flesh mind the things of the flesh, but those according to the Spirit the things of the Spirit. King James Bible For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. New King James Version For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. New American Standard Bible For those who are in accord with the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are in accord with the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. NASB 1995 For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. NASB 1977 For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Legacy Standard Bible For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Amplified Bible For those who are living according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh [which gratify the body], but those who are living according to the Spirit, [set their minds on] the things of the Spirit [His will and purpose]. Berean Annotated Bible Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit {pneuma} set their minds on the things of the Spirit {pneumatos}. Christian Standard Bible For those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit have their minds set on the things of the Spirit. Holman Christian Standard Bible For those who live according to the flesh think about the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, about the things of the Spirit. American Standard Version For they that are after the flesh mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. Contemporary English Version People who are ruled by their desires think only of themselves. Everyone who is ruled by the Holy Spirit thinks about spiritual things. English Revised Version For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the spirit the things of the spirit. GOD'S WORD® Translation Those who live by the corrupt nature have the corrupt nature's attitude. But those who live by the spiritual nature have the spiritual nature's attitude. Good News Translation Those who live as their human nature tells them to, have their minds controlled by what human nature wants. Those who live as the Spirit tells them to, have their minds controlled by what the Spirit wants. International Standard Version For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. NET Bible For those who live according to the flesh have their outlook shaped by the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit have their outlook shaped by the things of the Spirit. New Heart English Bible For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Webster's Bible Translation For they that are according to the flesh, do mind the things of the flesh: but they that are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Weymouth New Testament For if men are controlled by their earthly natures, they give their minds to earthly things. If they are controlled by their spiritual natures, they give their minds to spiritual things. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThose who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. World English Bible For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor those who are according to the flesh, mind the things of the flesh; and those according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit; Berean Literal Bible For those being according to the flesh mind the things of the flesh, but those according to the Spirit the things of the Spirit. Young's Literal Translation For those who are according to the flesh, the things of the flesh do mind; and those according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit; Smith's Literal Translation For they being according to the flesh mind things of the flesh; and they according to the Spirit the things of the Spirit. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor they that are according to the flesh, mind the things that are of the flesh; but they that are according to the spirit, mind the things that are of the spirit. Catholic Public Domain Version For those who are in agreement with the flesh are mindful of the things of the flesh. But those who are in agreement with the spirit are mindful of the things of the spirit. New American Bible For those who live according to the flesh are concerned with the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the spirit with the things of the spirit. New Revised Standard Version For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor they who are after the flesh, do mind the things of the flesh; but they who are after the Spirit, do mind the things of the Spirit. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Those who are in the flesh are governed by the flesh, and those who are of The Spirit are governed by The Spirit. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor those who are according to the flesh, mind the things of the flesh; but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Godbey New Testament For those being in harmony with depravity, do mind the things of depravity, and those in harmony with the Spirit, the things of the Spirit: Haweis New Testament For they who are after the flesh, mind the things of the flesh; but they who are after the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Mace New Testament for they that are sensually affected, abandon themselves to sensuality, but the spiritual pursue their spiritual entertainments. Weymouth New Testament For if men are controlled by their earthly natures, they give their minds to earthly things. If they are controlled by their spiritual natures, they give their minds to spiritual things. Worrell New Testament For those who are according to the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Worsley New Testament For they who are after the flesh, mind the things of the flesh; but they who are led by the Spirit, do mind spiritual things. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Living in the Spirit…4so that the righteous standard of the law might be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. 5 Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh; but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. 6The mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace,… Cross References Those who live according to the flesh Ephesians 2:3 All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath. Galatians 6:8 The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. set their minds on the things of the flesh; Philippians 3:19 Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and their glory is in their shame. Their minds are set on earthly things. James 3:15 Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. but those who live according to the Spirit Galatians 5:25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us walk in step with the Spirit. John 3:6 Flesh is born of flesh, but spirit is born of the Spirit. set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Colossians 3:1-2 Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 1 Corinthians 2:12-16 We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. / And this is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom, but in words taught by the Spirit, expressing spiritual truths in spiritual words. / The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. … Galatians 5:16-17 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. / For the flesh craves what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are opposed to each other, so that you do not do what you want. Colossians 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Philippians 3:19 Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and their glory is in their shame. Their minds are set on earthly things. 1 Corinthians 2:14 The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. Galatians 6:8 The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Ephesians 2:3 All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath. James 3:14-15 But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. 1 John 2:15-16 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. Treasury of Scripture For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For they. Romans 8:12,13 Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh… John 3:6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. 1 Corinthians 15:48 As is the earthy, such are they also that are earthy: and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly. mind. Romans 8:6,7 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace… Mark 8:33 But when he had turned about and looked on his disciples, he rebuked Peter, saying, Get thee behind me, Satan: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but the things that be of men. 1 Corinthians 2:14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. of the Spirit. Romans 8:9,14 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his… 1 Corinthians 2:14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. Galatians 5:22-25 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, … Jump to Previous Accordance Controlled Desires Earthly Flesh Live Mind Minds Nature Natures Sinful Spirit Spiritual WayJump to Next Accordance Controlled Desires Earthly Flesh Live Mind Minds Nature Natures Sinful Spirit Spiritual WayRomans 8 1. Those who are in Christ are free from condemnation.5. What harm comes of the flesh; 13. and what good of the Spirit. 19. The glorious deliverance the creation longs for, 29. was beforehand decreed from God. 38. Nothing can sever us from his love. Those who live according to the flesh Those who live according to the flesh are governed by fallen human nature and its resistance to God. The flesh includes more than the body; it encompasses desires, values, and actions shaped by sin. Eph 2:3 All of us also lived among them at one time,… set their minds on the things of the flesh; Their thoughts and ambitions are directed toward self-centered desires, worldly gain, and conduct contrary to God’s will. Php 3:19 Their end is destruction, their god is their belly,… but those who live according to the Spirit Those who live according to the Spirit belong to Christ and are guided by the Holy Spirit, whose presence marks the new life given to believers. Gal 5:25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us walk in step… set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Their desires are directed toward God’s will, producing the character and conduct that reflect obedience to Him. Col 3:1-2 Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ,… Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological writings. 2. The Roman Church The recipients of the letter, the early Christian community in Rome, which was composed of both Jewish and Gentile believers. 3. The Holy Spirit The third person of the Trinity, who empowers believers to live according to God's will and not according to the flesh. 4. The Flesh A term used by Paul to describe the sinful nature and human inclinations that are opposed to God's Spirit. 5. The Spirit Refers to the Holy Spirit, who guides and transforms believers to live in accordance with God's will. Teaching Points Understanding the Flesh and the SpiritRecognize the distinction between living according to the flesh and living according to the Spirit. The flesh represents our sinful nature, while the Spirit represents God's transformative power in our lives. Mindset Matters Our mindset determines our actions. Setting our minds on the Spirit leads to life and peace, while focusing on the flesh leads to death and hostility towards God. The Role of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit empowers us to overcome the desires of the flesh. We must rely on the Spirit's guidance to live a life pleasing to God. Practical Steps to Live by the Spirit Engage in spiritual disciplines such as prayer, Bible study, and fellowship with other believers to cultivate a mindset focused on the Spirit. Transformation through Renewal Allow the Holy Spirit to renew your mind daily, transforming your thoughts and actions to align with God's will. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Romans 8:5?2. How can we set our minds on "the things of the Spirit" daily? 3. What does Romans 8:5 reveal about the contrast between flesh and Spirit? 4. How does Romans 8:5 connect with Galatians 5:16-17 on spiritual living? 5. In what ways can we identify if our mindset is flesh or Spirit-led? 6. How can Romans 8:5 guide our decisions in challenging moral situations? 7. How does Romans 8:5 define living according to the flesh versus the Spirit? 8. What historical context influenced Paul's writing of Romans 8:5? 9. How does Romans 8:5 challenge modern materialistic worldviews? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Romans 8? (5-8) Further description of the antithesis between flesh and spirit in regard to (1) their object, Romans 8:5; (2) their nature, Romans 8:7-8; (3) their end, Romans 8:6. (5) They that are . . .--Those who not only walk (direct their conduct) according to the promptings of the flesh, but who are in themselves and in the whole bent of their dispositions the slaves of these promptings. Do mind the things of the flesh.--Their whole mental and moral activity is set upon nothing else but the gratification of these cravings of sense. The phrase "who mind" is not confined to the exercise of the intellect, but includes the affections; in fact it includes all those lesser motives, thoughts, and desires which are involved in carrying out any great principle of action--whether it be selfish and "carnal" or spiritual. Verses 5-8. - For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For the mind of the flesh is death; but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace. Because the mind of the flesh is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be. So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God. These verses are added for explanation and enforcement of the condition demanded at the end of ver. 4; pressing the fact that "the infection of our nature" - "the lust of the flesh, called in Greek phronema sarkos" (Art. 9.) - with its antagonism to the Law of God, and its deadly tendency, remains even in the regenerate, and that hence we are still in danger of succumbing to it; but that if we do - unless the Spirit within us prove in practice the stronger power - the condition required for our individual redemption is not fulfilled. οἱ ἐν σαρκὶ ὄντες, in ver. 7, evidently does not mean those who are still in the body, but the same essentially as οἱ κατὰ σάρκα ὄντες in ver. 5; ἐν denotes the element in which they live (see verse following). The δὲ which connects ver. 8 with the foregoing has its ecbatic, not its adversative sense. So then, in the Authorized Version, though not strictly equivalent, seems sufficiently to express the general idea. Romans 8:5 draws a clear line between two ways of life. A flesh-ruled person naturally gravitates toward self-centered desires, leading to spiritual barrenness. A Spirit-led person, indwelt and energized by God, deliberately fixes the mind on God’s values, producing fruit that endures. The verse invites every believer to let the Spirit guide both inner thoughts and outward actions, living in the freedom and life that Christ secured.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ThoseΟἱ (Hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. who live ὄντες (ontes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. according to κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [the] flesh σάρκα (sarka) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4561: Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. set their minds φρονοῦσιν (phronousin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 5426: (a) I think, (b) I think, judge, (c) I direct the mind to, seek for, (d) I observe, (e) I care for. on the things τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. flesh; σαρκὸς (sarkos) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 4561: Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. but δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. those [who live] οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. according to κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [the] Spirit πνεῦμα (pneuma) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. [set their minds on] the things τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Spirit. πνεύματος (pneumatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. Additonal Resources Romans 8:5 Blue Letter BibleRomans 8:5 Bible Gateway Romans 8:5 Bible.com Romans 8:5 NIV |
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