The Contrast Between the Carnally Minded and the Spiritually Minded
J. Lyth, D. D. Romans 8:5-6 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.… I. EXTERNAL. Two classes of character evident. 1. The one busied about earthly things, and governed by their corrupt inclinations. 2. The other caring for heavenly things, and therefore denying themselves that they may please God. II. INTERNAL. This difference is essential; in the heart. 1. The one is spiritually dead. 2. The other is alive unto God, and enjoys His unspeakable peace. (J. Lyth, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: 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. WEB: 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.