The Idolatry of Modesty

I recently read this article on modesty, and I definitely think the author makes some very good points on keeping modesty in its place, not on making it the most important issue...I hope you will give it a read.  Please comment on your thoughts, I would love to hear them!

The Idolatry of Modesty

How this all came about...

I have been reading and trying to write countless posts on modesty over the past weeks. There is so many wonderful articles to sift through, as well as quite a few crazy ones as well! Some have given me pause for thought, and I found others that made me laugh out loud with the ridiculousness that I found in them.

This whole adventure came about for me, when I realized that I had gotten off track in the clothes I was choosing to wear.
I was angry at the thought of having to give up things that I wanted to wear because, truth be told, they were not considered modest by my husband, and I had no idea. I remember when I asked him about something I was going to wear and he quietly shook his head and asked me to wear something else. My first thought was, "how dare he tell me not to wear this! I know I look good in this!" and the battle with my flesh began. (more on that in a future post)
I want to stress that I have no intentions of trying to conforming the world to my standards of dress. I still prayerfully consider my choices everyday and am aware more than ever of how easy it is to get my eyes on myself and not on pleasing God with what I wear. My only goal in starting this blog is to spur myself on in the right direction of pleasing God and blessing those around me with the issue of modesty. I find it continually more difficult to dress appropriately in a society that tells women that they are beautiful only when they dress sexy or provocatively.
I don't profess to be a modesty expert, but I wanted to publicly share my journey with you as a way of holding myself accountable.
I hope that the way I approach the issue of modesty is a source of encouragement to the women who read this, and I hope that most importantly God is honored by the choices I make.

I have teamed up with my friend Rachel, a talented photographer over at Rooke Clan Creative to interview and share with you women that I personally know and am inspired by the way that they dress. Their interviews will be a mix of fun and seriousness as we balance the topic of modesty with some light hearted fun, by having showing pictures of them wearing their favorite outfits.  

Hopefully, they will inspire you as they have inspired me!

-Hope

A Sobering Look At What Guys Think About Modesty

What Guys Think About Modesty by C.J. Mahaney

To all my dear sisters in Christ, let us seek to be different! Please comment, I would love to know your thoughts on this video.

Jessica Rey - The Evolution of the Swimsuit

Jessica is such an inspiration to me! My pastor's wife posted this video on Facebook awhile back, after watching this I was blown away. I showed it to my husband who immediately agreed with my decision to no longer wear a bikini. Plus.. I now have my eye on of Jessica's designs.. Anne in sea spray!

I love how she says "Modesty isn't about covering up our bodies because they are bad, modesty isn't about hiding ourselves, it is about revealing our dignity. We were made beautiful in His image and likeness. The question I'd like to leave with you is: How will you use your beauty?"

The Definition of Sublime

sub·lime

1. 1.

   of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.

   "Mozart's sublime piano concertos"

   synonyms:

   exalted, elevated, noble, lofty, awe-inspiring, majestic, magnificent,glorious, superb, wonderful, marvelous, splendid; More

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2. 2.

   archaic

   elevate to a high degree of moral or spiritual purity or excellence.

Sublime really captures what I want to achieve with this blog. I want to encourage, uplift, and educate my readers in the area of modesty..

This blog really is not about hemlines and necklines. It is really my journey as a woman seeking to honor God with my attire. I don’t have any strict guidelines as to what wear and what to not wear.  

When I see other women living out that lifestyle I am so inspired and encouraged. So this blog is to explore present day modesty and learn more about the women who are living this out in their everyday lives.

Doesn't that just sound sublime?