Romans 8:9 web — But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn'…

World English Bible

"But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn't have the Spirit of Christ, he is not his."

— Romans 8:9, World English Bible

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Romans 8 — Context

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For the mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace;

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because the mind of the flesh is hostile towards God; for it is not subject to God's law, neither indeed can it be.

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Those who are in the flesh can't please God.

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But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn't have the Spirit of Christ, he is not his.

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If Christ is in you, the body is dead because of sin, but the spirit is alive because of righteousness.

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But if the Spirit of him who raised up Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised up Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.

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So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.

Romans 8:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 8:9 say?
Romans 8:9 in the World English Bible reads: “But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn't have the Spirit of Christ, he is not his.”
Where is Romans 8:9 in the Bible?
Romans 8:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 8, verse 9.
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 8:9.
What translation should I read Romans 8:9 in?
Romans 8:9 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 8:9?
Romans 8:9 reads (WEB): “But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn't have the Spirit of Christ, he is not his.” 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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