The Godly Way Women Are To Dress and Look

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:doh:I'm not talking about public places in general, I'm talking about the seaside and only the seaside.

Are seasides not public places?:confused:

Are you aware there are some folks that go to the beach just to lust after women in bikinis and swimsuits?

I'm talking very hot weather, swimming in the sea, sunbathing and possibly eating ice creams that melt and make a mess all over the place. What do you suggest for these activities - full length evening gown?

Nah, just less revealing clothing will do.^_^
 
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Are you aware there are some folks that go to the beach just to lust after women in bikinis and swimsuits?

The same may be true of public swimming baths; that doesn't mean I shouldn't swim just because men can't control their thoughts. A few people may go to supermarkets just to shoplift; does that mean the rest of us can't go shopping? Some people buy computers just to look at inappropriate content on line; does that mean computers are wicked and those of us who use them are wrong? If no one bought computers, the firms would go out of business and online inappropriate content/computer addiction wouldn't be a problem. By using the things that cause others to sin, are we adding to the problem? Of course not.

If a man wants to fantasize about, or make a pass at, a woman, he is perfectly capable of doing so wherever he is and whatever she's wearing.

But as this is actually becoming a rather ridiculous thread - if it wasn't in the first place, and does not play a huge part in the current theological debate of the church, I think I'll leave you all to it.

If bikinis bother you, don't wear them, or go to places where women wear them and risk becoming tempted - simple.:)
 
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The same may be true of public swimming baths; that doesn't mean I shouldn't swim just because men can't control their thoughts. A few people may go to supermarkets just to shoplift; does that mean the rest of us can't go shopping? Some people buy computers just to look at inappropriate content on line; does that mean computers are wicked and those of us who use them are wrong? If no one bought computers, the firms would go out of business and online inappropriate content/computer addiction wouldn't be a problem. By using the things that cause others to sin, are we adding to the problem? Of course not.

If a man wants to fantasize about, or make a pass at, a woman, he is perfectly capable of doing so wherever he is and whatever she's wearing.

But as this is actually becoming a rather ridiculous thread - if it wasn't in the first place, and does not play a huge part in the current theological debate of the church, I think I'll leave you all to it.

If bikinis bother you, don't wear them, or go to places where women wear them and risk becoming tempted - simple.

Why would you advocate for Christian women to wear skimpy outfits in public places, when you clearly know that doing so may cause others to stumble?

Woe to the world because of the things that cause people to stumble! Such things must come, but woe to the person through whom they come! Matthew 18:7
 
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Why would you advocate for Christian women to wear skimpy outfits in public places, when you clearly know that doing so may cause others to stumble?

Woe to the world because of the things that cause people to stumble! Such things must come, but woe to the person through whom they come! Matthew 18:7


Peace


Amen!!
 
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Scriptures does discourage wearing revealing attires in public.

I also want the women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, adorning themselves, not with elaborate hairstyles or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God. 1 Timothy 2:9-10

This passage isn't actually about outward appearances. Note the second half, which talks about good deeds. Christians aren't to be judged on their appearance, but by how their faith lives out.

Why would you advocate for Christian women to wear skimpy outfits in public places, when you clearly know that doing so may cause others to stumble?

Woe to the world because of the things that cause people to stumble! Such things must come, but woe to the person through whom they come! Matthew 18:7

On a beach, a bikini is not considered "skimpy". It is part and parcel of what people wear at beaches, much like running shorts are a part of what people may wear when they run.

At any point in time, something I may or may not do may cause someone to stumble - NOT because of me necessarily but because of a lack of understanding on their part.

I am a pastor's wife. I like to be social with my friends. We often go to the winery and sometimes to the restaurants and yes, we do drink. We do NOT get drunk. There are some, though, that think several incorrect things about what I do. There are some who think that if the pastor's wife can go out and get drunk, then so can they. There are others who believe that I am somehow wrong for going out with my friends.

As I said earlier in the thread, it does no good for me to change who I am to please others when there is nothing wrong with who I am. I do not control your thoughts. For all I know, you are aroused at the thought of women wearing burkas. Does this then mean I am at fault for your thoughts if I wore a burka?

Hardly.
 
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Did you check behind the trees?

^_^
You can run but you can't hide!
:thumbsup:

Seriously, though, even though I cannot stomach following these threads anymore,
Get's more amazing as it goes lol

I do appreciate that you seem to be a woman who actually is affected by the Word of God and not by what society deems to be normal or acceptable. Good for you.
That's kind of you to say.
I'm just trying to figure out what
pleases the Father.

Guy in a tight trunk LOL
^_^
 
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According to your faith...

She probably got that from reading the Bible:

When He entered the house, the blind men came up to Him,
and Jesus said to them, "Do you believe that I am able to do this?"
They said to Him, "Yes, Lord."
29Then He touched their eyes, saying,
"It shall be done to you according to your faith."
30And their eyes were opened.



Lazarus and Tabitha were raised from the dead - they had no faith at all.
 
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Lazarus and Tabitha were raised from the dead - they had no faith at all.
I was answering to a specific scenario.
Yes, certainly we can be blessed by the
faith of others.
We sort of ARE our brother's keepers.
:amen:
 
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Lazarus and Tabitha were raised from the dead - they had no faith at all.

I think, though, that one could argue that it was attributed to the faith of those around these people. The centurion's daughter, for example, also could be said to have no faith, but the centurion believed.

I just think it's a mistake to tell someone that if they pray for healing or curing or for whatever and it's not granted that they lack faith. That is just simply not something we can judge.
 
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I think, though, that one could argue that it was attributed to the faith of those around these people. The centurion's daughter, for example, also could be said to have no faith, but the centurion believed.

I just think it's a mistake to tell someone that if they pray for healing or curing or for whatever and it's not granted that they lack faith. That is just simply not something we can judge.
If someone prays for healing and the healing has not
come yet, it could be any number of things.
Healing sometimes takes a minute because there
is war in the heavenlies...
Healing is in Scripture........ We need to study to
show ourselves approved and be able ministers..
It's not that God 'won't grant' because He already
healed us by His stripes.
Healing is the children's bread.

Take that woman who grabbed the hem of His garment.
Where did her healing come from?
Was it given?
Did she take it?

I think there's so much we don't understand
and so we teach from ignorance when we
maybe should just remain silent if we don't
really know.
 
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This passage isn't actually about outward appearances. Note the second half, which talks about good deeds. Christians aren't to be judged on their appearance, but by how their faith lives out.

Going by your interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:9-10, it would mean that Christians can dress whatever way they want to church and it would be ok....because we ain't supposed to judge outwards appearance. Right?

Well then, since you are a pastor's wife, what would you advise a young woman coming to church wearing a low cut top that accentuate her breasts and a very short skirt? How would you handle that situation?

On a beach, a bikini is not considered "skimpy". It is part and parcel of what people wear at beaches, much like running shorts are a part of what people may wear when they run.

So, because other people dress in short and revealing clothing, it's ok for Christians to do the same?

Answer this honestly if you can: would Jesus approve of seeing Christians today wearing bikinis in public places?

At any point in time, something I may or may not do may cause someone to stumble - NOT because of me necessarily but because of a lack of understanding on their part.

I am a pastor's wife. I like to be social with my friends. We often go to the winery and sometimes to the restaurants and yes, we do drink. We do NOT get drunk. There are some, though, that think several incorrect things about what I do. There are some who think that if the pastor's wife can go out and get drunk, then so can they. There are others who believe that I am somehow wrong for going out with my friends.

As I said earlier in the thread, it does no good for me to change who I am to please others when there is nothing wrong with who I am. I do not control your thoughts. For all I know, you are aroused at the thought of women wearing burkas. Does this then mean I am at fault for your thoughts if I wore a burka?

Hardly

Would you eat pork in front of a person who considers such meat as unclean?
 
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Going by your interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:9-10, it would mean that Christians can dress whatever way they want to church and it would be ok....because we ain't supposed to judge outwards appearance. Right?

Nope, that's not what I said. We shouldn't be judged by our outward appearances. Some of the most devout, loving Christians I know are homeless men living on street corners and they wear rags to church.

Well then, since you are a pastor's wife, what would you advise a young woman coming to church wearing a low cut top that accentuate her breasts and a very short skirt? How would you handle that situation?
I would tell her how glad I was to see her in church.

So, because other people dress in short and revealing clothing, it's ok for Christians to do the same?
Again, not what I said.

Answer this honestly if you can: would Jesus approve of seeing Christians today wearing bikinis in public places?
In appropriate public places, I don't think He'd really care.

Would you eat pork in front of a person who considers such meat as unclean?

Probably. I've never had any of my Jewish friends give me a hard time about it. They don't force me to act out their beliefs.
 
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Why would you advocate for Christian women to wear skimpy outfits in public places, when you clearly know that doing so may cause others to stumble?

Why would you use a computer when you clearly know that some use it to upload/download/look at inappropriate content and may then go out to commit sex crimes? You aren't responsible for their actions; they are. Or maybe we should all avoid contact with other human beings in case we inadvertently upset them, cause them to be jealous and do something wrong/unhealthy to try to hide their pain.

And a bikini is a swimsuit; what do you suggest women swim in? Or are both the sea, and public swimming pools, male only venues?
 
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My best friend just bought her first ever motorcycle at age 52 (53 in less than a month). Half her family disapproves and thinks she's nuts, and some have stopped speaking to her. Being the conciliatory sort that I am, I suggested she top it off by getting her first tattoo. I recommended an artfully done tramp-stamp saying "What are YOU looking at?"

:-D
 
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My best friend just bought her first ever motorcycle at age 52 (53 in less than a month). Half her family disapproves and thinks she's nuts, and some have stopped speaking to her. Being the conciliatory sort that I am, I suggested she top it off by getting her first tattoo. I recommended an artfully done tramp-stamp saying "What are YOU looking at?"

:-D
Not a fan of bikes anymore, but I had a few when I was a teenager.
Not a fan of tats either, but a tshirt like that sounds like just the ticket!
Go bikergirl :thumbsup:
 
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