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Romans 8:13 net — (for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you…

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"(for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live."

— Romans 8:13, NET Bible

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Romans 8 — Context

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But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is your life because of righteousness.

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Moreover if the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead lives in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will also make your mortal bodies alive through his Spirit who lives in you.

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So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh

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(for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live.

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For all who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God.

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For you did not receive the spirit of slavery leading again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry,“Abba, Father.”

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The Spirit himself bears witness to our spirit that we are God’s children.

Romans 8:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Romans 8:13 say?
Romans 8:13 in the NET Bible reads: “(for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live.”
Where is Romans 8:13 in the Bible?
Romans 8:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 13.
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 8:13.
What translation should I read Romans 8:13 in?
Romans 8:13 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 8:13?
Romans 8:13 reads (NET): “(for if you live according to the flesh, you will die), but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body you will live.” 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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