# in the flesh "acting according to your sinful natures." See how "the flesh" was translated in [Romans 8:5](../08/05.md). # in the Spirit "acting according to the Holy Spirit" # Spirit ... God's Spirit ... Spirit of Christ These all refer to the Holy Spirit. # if indeed This phrase does not mean Paul doubts that some of them have God's Spirit. Paul wants them to realize that they all have God's Spirit. Alternate translation: "since" or "because"