Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Romans 12:1
B. THE ETHICAL DEDUCTION: and PERSONAL CONCLUSION. 1. ETHICAL DEDUCTION, Romans 12:1 to Romans 15:14 . I. THE ACT OF ENTIRE SELF-SURRENDERING FAITH IS THE GROUNDING FOR ALL CHRISTIAN HOLINESS OF HEART AND LIFE, 1, 2. 1. Therefore As the grand deduction from the great doctrine of justification and sanctification by perfect faith taught in the last eleven chapters, I beseech you, brethren, consecrate yourselves by full faith unto God’s perfect will. (Note on Romans 2:6; Romans 10:10.)... read more
Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Romans 12:2
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.And be not conformed — Neither in judgment, spirit, nor behaviour.To this world — Which, neglecting the will of God, entirely follows its own.That ye may prove — Know by sure trial; which is easily done by him who has thus presented himself to God.What is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God — The will of God is here... read more