To be spiritually minded means to focus on things of the Spirit and not on the flesh, as taught in Romans 8.
Being spiritually minded refers to having one's thoughts, intentions, and desires centered on spiritual matters rather than earthly desires. Romans 8:5-6 emphasizes that those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit, leading to life and peace. In contrast, to be carnally minded is death, as it reflects a disregard for the sovereignty of God and a preoccupation with the self. The Spirit enables believers to see Christ and His power at work in their lives, transforming their priorities and leading them to seek first the Kingdom of God. This spiritual orientation arises not from human effort but from the Holy Spirit's work in the believer's heart, producing a new nature that desires to follow Christ.
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