I often find myself steaming mulling over the frustration of the flesh-loving society in which we live. How do I know our society loves flesh? Because it’s everywhere! The word modesty is so foreign in our culture it should be said with an accent. Lack of modesty used to be restricted to the world, for the most part. However, the thing that grieves my heart today is that the church has also been infiltrated with immodesty. Plunging necklines, tight skirts, and short hem lengths are as common as robed choir members used to be.
“What’s the big deal with modesty?” you may be asking. When women choose to dress in a way that reveals cleavage, or their thigh, they are putting the men around them in a position of temptation. We can’t flippantly say, “That’s their problem! They have to deal with it!” Paul said, All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. Just because I have the freedom to wear whatever I want, doesn’t mean I can choose anything I want to wear. If we understand that God made men to be visual, we will be discreet in our choices of clothes so as not to cause them to have to look away to keep from sinning.
“It’s impossible to find modest clothes!” some may say. I agree that it can be difficult, but there are options. Altering clothing is one choice. Take the neckline up. Lengthen the skirt. Another thought is layering. Wear an appropriate cami underneath, or wear a scarf that will cover you.
It’s not just young women that are dressing inappropriately; many older women are letting their guards down and exposing what should be covered. Perhaps they feel they’re not a threat, but if for nothing else, we should be leading the guard as an example for the young women.
Can I encourage you – look in the mirror carefully before you step out, and ask yourself if there is anything immodest about your apparel. Bend over to ensure that nothing is revealed just by your movement. Using a mirror, take a look at the back of your outfit as well. We may think we look good – even if it is a little immodest, but here’s what the Word of God says about a woman who has no discretion:
RefreshHer 