Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good… I. IN WHAT IT CONSISTS. In cultivating — 1. Its spirit and temper. 2. Its maxims and principles. 3. Its company and conduct. II. HOW IT MUST BE AVOIDED. 1. By the renewing of our minds. 2. By the adoption of other — (1) Principles. (2) Rules. (3) Ends. III. WHY IT SHOULD BE AVOIDED. Because this is — 1. Good in itself. 2. Acceptable to God. 3. Beneficial to man. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. |
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