Modesty

Oh, how I wished I lived in the 1930's! I just adore the fashion of the times before me. It all seemed so elegant, classy, and timeless. However, I am sure they had issues with modesty then too, because nothing is new. (at least, not to the Lord. Ecclesiastes 1:9) 

These days, over and over, I believe that modesty is looked at as a list of do's and don't's. That, however is not the case. 

I am involved in many bible studies and even my school work is bible based. When it comes to the topic of modesty we, as females, are targeted over and over. We're told to cover our shoulders and legs so no guy will stare at us. In all honesty, guys will stare at girls no matter what they're wearing. Modesty isn't for guys. Modesty is for ourselves. Modesty is an honor- it's a right we have as young ladies.

For me, modesty is a wonderful thing. When I or someone else dresses modestly, it is not to "cover ourselves" from the world. It is a way of showing others the respect we have for our own body. 

The bible makes it very clear that as believers our bodies are not our own. They were bought with a price. We as believers- male or female- are to honor our bodies. 

1 Corinthians 6:19-20

I hope that more young ladies will come to the realization that modesty is not "hiding yourself" from the world, but that it is showing others the respect you have for yourself. You do not have to show your body off for others to see your beauty, for beauty is only skin deep. What matters most is the condition of your heart.

 The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 

1 Samuel 16:7

later darlings, 

Hanna Grace <><