Romans 8:7 Meaning
Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.
Context Explained
5For 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.
6For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.
7Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.
8So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.
9But 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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
James 4:4
This verse parallels the idea that friendship with the world is enmity with God.
1 John 2:15
This verse contrasts love for the world with love for the Father, highlighting the conflict of the carnal mind.
Romans 7:14
This verse explains the struggle between the spiritual and carnal nature, connecting to the theme of enmity.
Source: Romans 8:7