Fashion conflicts with faith?!

JessicaStone said:

I bought myself the most beautiful pair of leather gloves with a cross embroidered onto the ring finger on each hand. Christian Gift For Her | Cross Leather Gloves. I have been eager to wear them all week. I wore them to church today only to be criticized by a fellow member.

She tells me that "the crucifix is a symbol of salvation and not a fashion statement."

I wonder if she says that to the millions of people wearing crucifixes on their necks in the form of gold, silver or platinum.

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

There aren't too many designers that devote clothing to the Christian faith. Maybe because it's taboo or maybe because Jesus isn't the latest fad.

Whatever the case may be, I just want to be able to wear my gloves and showcase my beliefs like the rest of America without being judged for it, especially by someone who proclaims to follow the teachings of Christ.

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JessicaStone said:

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

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JessicaStone said:

I bought myself the most beautiful pair of leather gloves with a cross embroidered onto the ring finger on each hand. Christian Gift For Her | Cross Leather Gloves. I have been eager to wear them all week. I wore them to church today only to be criticized by a fellow member.

She tells me that "the crucifix is a symbol of salvation and not a fashion statement."

I wonder if she says that to the millions of people wearing crucifixes on their necks in the form of gold, silver or platinum.

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

There aren't too many designers that devote clothing to the Christian faith. Maybe because it's taboo or maybe because Jesus isn't the latest fad.

Whatever the case may be, I just want to be able to wear my gloves and showcase my beliefs like the rest of America without being judged for it, especially by someone who proclaims to follow the teachings of Christ.

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JessicaStone said:

I bought myself the most beautiful pair of leather gloves with a cross embroidered onto the ring finger on each hand. Christian Gift For Her | Cross Leather Gloves. I have been eager to wear them all week. I wore them to church today only to be criticized by a fellow member.

She tells me that "the crucifix is a symbol of salvation and not a fashion statement."

I wonder if she says that to the millions of people wearing crucifixes on their necks in the form of gold, silver or platinum.

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

There aren't too many designers that devote clothing to the Christian faith. Maybe because it's taboo or maybe because Jesus isn't the latest fad.

Whatever the case may be, I just want to be able to wear my gloves and showcase my beliefs like the rest of America without being judged for it, especially by someone who proclaims to follow the teachings of Christ.

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JessicaStone said:

I bought myself the most beautiful pair of leather gloves with a cross embroidered onto the ring finger on each hand. Christian Gift For Her | Cross Leather Gloves. I have been eager to wear them all week. I wore them to church today only to be criticized by a fellow member.

She tells me that "the crucifix is a symbol of salvation and not a fashion statement."

I wonder if she says that to the millions of people wearing crucifixes on their necks in the form of gold, silver or platinum.

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

There aren't too many designers that devote clothing to the Christian faith. Maybe because it's taboo or maybe because Jesus isn't the latest fad.

Whatever the case may be, I just want to be able to wear my gloves and showcase my beliefs like the rest of America without being judged for it, especially by someone who proclaims to follow the teachings of Christ.

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JessicaStone said:

I bought myself the most beautiful pair of leather gloves with a cross embroidered onto the ring finger on each hand. Christian Gift For Her | Cross Leather Gloves. I have been eager to wear them all week. I wore them to church today only to be criticized by a fellow member.

She tells me that "the crucifix is a symbol of salvation and not a fashion statement."

I wonder if she says that to the millions of people wearing crucifixes on their necks in the form of gold, silver or platinum.

Should I not proudly sport the symbol of my religion for all to see? I finally found an item of clothing that represents my style and my faith and I'm criticized for it.

There aren't too many designers that devote clothing to the Christian faith. Maybe because it's taboo or maybe because Jesus isn't the latest fad.

Whatever the case may be, I just want to be able to wear my gloves and showcase my beliefs like the rest of America without being judged for it, especially by someone who proclaims to follow the teachings of Christ.

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St_Worm2 said:

Hi Jessica, first off, WELCOME TO CF ..

I'm an old guy and pretty conservative about most things, but I don't see anything wrong with using the Cross as part of a Christian's choice in fashion, as long as it is tasteful (and your gloves certainly fall well into that category, IMHO ).

I think the idea is to keep to other people's focus off of ourselves and onto Christ in everything we do & say .. cf Matthew 5:16, which would certainly include the fashion statements we choose to make. Again, your gloves, or a little necklace or bracelet with a Cross pendant/charm, etc., seems very appropriate to me. And if gloves can "send the right message", I can't imagine how any gloves could send a better message than your gloves do!!

As for criticism, don't be frustrated by it, instead, kindly thank people for their opinions (if there are any others who feel obliged to give you one, that is ), and tell them you'll consider what they have to say. Then go explain what happened to your pastor, show him your new gloves and tell him how much you love them if you'd like to, but then tell him you want to be sure that its ok to wear them in church (perhaps there is a Biblical reason not to wear them that I am unaware of, or perhaps they go against some kind of dress code that your church has in place ).

I can't think of a Biblical reason not to wear them (and I don't think your pastor will have one either). I really like them, but he's the one you need to talk to in this case. Quite frankly, I can't imagine he won't like them too

God bless you! (Numbers 6:24-26)

Yours and His,
David

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JessicaStone said:

Judged @ church and now this. I thought this was a community where I too could find support for my woes. Would Jesus tell me to wait 40 posts before seeking a shoulder?

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