Bikini on the Beach

[Andrew12]

I firmly believe in being as mosdest as possible. Therefore, when I get married, if by some chance we end up with a pool, or end up....ugh..... at the beach this will be what we will look like:

Me

her

 

[HisW0rd]

I firmly believe in being as mosdest as possible. Therefore, when I get married, if by some chance we end up with a pool, or end up....ugh..... at the beach this will be what we will look like:

Me

her

Seriously?

 

[Deacon]

I knew I'd get to use this one

 

[Obzocky]

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[KeenanParkerII]

Realistically, I would probably never get after a girl for wearing a bikini, unless it was like wayyy out of order.

But in all honesty, Yes.. It is immodest. A girl in a bikini is pretty much a girl in her underwear, and it's going to cause a man some sort of lust. Take into consideration how it affects the Christian men around you. Would you wear a bikini in front of Jesus or the apostles? I hope your response would be no..

 

[ceh85]

I think it's got to be something that's up to the individual to decide - if your conscience says no, don't do it. Like other people have said, there are other beachwear options. It's kind of hard to not show some skin on the beach though and maybe people should stay away or work on it if they really find that a stumbling block.

 

[HisW0rd]

Blind posting, kind of;

It's a shame you decided not to go Personally i'm not overly keen on bikini wear, but whatever individuals feel comfortable in. If it's to show off their body that is their business, i'll stick to sun dresses/board shorts and tank tops. I'm quite happy looking frumpy next to bikini clad friends

Well I'm not going to go because of a bikini, I just been feeling convicted, I am going to save up almost a grand to go out and party, drink, and be around things I shouldn't. Its not worth my peace just to go out and have fun. Plus if I don't do anything, I will still be around it, Spring break at Miami, i can only imagine I am sure its way worst than Galveston TX

 

[welshman]

I had often wondered about this topic. I know a lot of Baptists won't even approve of going to the beach with the oppostie sex (which I think is nonsense), so the subject of whether wearing a bikini is okay has often made me think.

At the end of the day I came to the conclusion that a bikini is indeed essentially the same look as a woman's underwear, only a different material. I think people can try and justify it as much as they want...it is the same look. Funnily enough, what has really re-affirmed my belief that something else might be more appropriate is when I watched a show on tv the other night. A comedian (definitely not a Christian) made a point that there is no difference between a bra and knickers and that of a bikini. He made a joke that suddenly women become hysterical if someone saw them in their underwear, yet it's the same design as a bikini. That kind of re-affirmed for me that even the world knows there is no difference.

I am not saying that all women go out to show off their body and make gusy lust...but as Christians, we need to do all we can (upto a point) not to show our bodies so that other people may lust after you. Even if one bikini is not that revealing compared to others, God has made us to be attracted to each other and it is easy for us all to fall into the temptation of lust. We should do all we can not to cause others to stumble.

And I don't think putting the blame on the side of those who lust as the right response. Yes, some...some people will lust no matter what you wear. However, to have the idea that it's someone else's problem is very insensitive and arrogant.

 

[Obzocky]

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[GenericTaoMaster]

This.

Honestly, it's all about intent. In some cultures that aren't so hung up on nudity, a thong bikini or sunbathing topless is not about getting attention, and barely makes the notice of other patrons. Heck, I'd argue most who wear a bikini of some sort are just looking for something they feel comfortable in at the beach.

You can be flagrant, tacky, and attention-seeking in a turtleneck. The litmus test for skankiness is not, and should not be based on what you choose to wear the beach.

But no man should wear, or looks good wearing, a Speedo. I draw the line there.

haha great response. Do not rob me of my viewing pleasure over here in Santa Monica. My viewing intent is not pure!!!!!!!

 

[Asvin]

I had often wondered about this topic. I know a lot of Baptists won't even approve of going to the beach with the oppostie sex (which I think is nonsense), so the subject of whether wearing a bikini is okay has often made me think.

At the end of the day I came to the conclusion that a bikini is indeed essentially the same look as a woman's underwear, only a different material. I think people can try and justify it as much as they want...it is the same look. Funnily enough, what has really re-affirmed my belief that something else might be more appropriate is when I watched a show on tv the other night. A comedian (definitely not a Christian) made a point that there is no difference between a bra and knickers and that of a bikini. He made a joke that suddenly women become hysterical if someone saw them in their underwear, yet it's the same design as a bikini. That kind of re-affirmed for me that even the world knows there is no difference.

I am not saying that all women go out to show off their body and make gusy lust...but as Christians, we need to do all we can (upto a point) not to show our bodies so that other people may lust after you. Even if one bikini is not that revealing compared to others, God has made us to be attracted to each other and it is easy for us all to fall into the temptation of lust. We should do all we can not to cause others to stumble.

And I don't think putting the blame on the side of those who lust as the right response. Yes, some...some people will lust no matter what you wear. However, to have the idea that it's someone else's problem is very insensitive and arrogant.

Totally agree with you! REPS

 

[MehGuy]

Well I guess my Christan answer would be God would probably disapprove of it.

 

[HisW0rd]

Ah, I have no idea what spring break is like. I just imagined going to spend a few days/weeks somewhere beachy Whatever feels right for you

I understand but since we will be sharing a car it wouldn't work out like that, I would have to go to the clubs and everything with them and I do not want to.

Its going to be wild and full of people on the beach, i will wait after spring break

 

[welshman]

You would be very wise not go if this holiday/break involved going to clubs, drinking a lot and partying. I can't imagine an environment more at odds with the type of atmosphere the Lord would want to be in or find you in also.
Been there, done that, got the t-shirt and trust me...it ain't worth it

I understand but since we will be sharing a car it wouldn't work out like that, I would have to go to the clubs and everything with them and I do not want to.

Its going to be wild and full of people on the beach, i will wait after spring break

 

[Andrew12]

Seriously?

Seriously.

 

[white dove]

I've always worn one pieces, I'm modest so I don't like showing off that much skin. I don't think it's appropriate for myself. What you wear is up to you and God in the end. If you think you would be comfortable infront of God in it, and He's okay with it. Then go for it!

I quoted you because I think you're the only one to reference this: As far as whether or not I, personally, would feel comfortable in front of Jesus/God with it.. honestly, I would feel much more comfortable in a bikini in front of God than the swimsuit Vicky posted (which, to me, is essentially a camisole/under shirt and mini-skirt - also can be said to be "immodest"). Why though? When I've worn bikinis (hah, not wearing them anytime soon, folks), it was always either: 1. on the beach to go swimming in the ocean or 2. sunbathing (I know, I know.. hush). To me, it's context. And even though the suit Vicky posted seems modest to her, in my opinion it's just as immodest to me as a bikini is to her. Nakedness is not a sin thing. It's a temptation to us first because of the fall. It wasn't a stumbling block to Adam and Eve until after they sinned. So being in front of God close to naked would set me back to nearly that time, when God created man and woman... naked. Besides that, I'm "naked" in front of God everyday - either literally or figuratively-speaking. And I'm okay with my Creator being able to see His creation, imperfections and all.

I also agree with Ceh and many who've said it's personal conviction and Paldasan's post (which is possibly the best post I've seen from a male on the topic).


And on a sidenote, Miami on Spring Break? Not even I would do that. Stick to your convictions, OP. And if someone wants to show off their body (someone you were going with), that is their business. If it bothers you to be around this person, you have some choices to make. But realize, it is her decision and her decision may have little to nothing to do with your convictions.

 

[MarisCrane]

haha great response. Do not rob me of my viewing pleasure over here in Santa Monica. My viewing intent is not pure!!!!!!!

Understandable. There's lot of good-looking women, but I still stand by my point - that no man, whether he looks like Adonis or Artie Lange - should wear a Speedo. Ever.

Leave something to the imagination, Gentlemen.

 

[welshman]

Without stirring anything up...some of us guys could say that about a bikini

Understandable. There's lot of good-looking women, but I still stand by my point - that no man, whether he looks like Adonis or Artie Lange - should wear a Speedo. Ever.

Leave something to the imagination, Gentlemen.

 

[Inkachu]

I had often wondered about this topic. I know a lot of Baptists won't even approve of going to the beach with the oppostie sex (which I think is nonsense), so the subject of whether wearing a bikini is okay has often made me think.

At the end of the day I came to the conclusion that a bikini is indeed essentially the same look as a woman's underwear, only a different material. I think people can try and justify it as much as they want...it is the same look. Funnily enough, what has really re-affirmed my belief that something else might be more appropriate is when I watched a show on tv the other night. A comedian (definitely not a Christian) made a point that there is no difference between a bra and knickers and that of a bikini. He made a joke that suddenly women become hysterical if someone saw them in their underwear, yet it's the same design as a bikini. That kind of re-affirmed for me that even the world knows there is no difference.

I am not saying that all women go out to show off their body and make gusy lust...but as Christians, we need to do all we can (upto a point) not to show our bodies so that other people may lust after you. Even if one bikini is not that revealing compared to others, God has made us to be attracted to each other and it is easy for us all to fall into the temptation of lust. We should do all we can not to cause others to stumble.

And I don't think putting the blame on the side of those who lust as the right response. Yes, some...some people will lust no matter what you wear. However, to have the idea that it's someone else's problem is very insensitive and arrogant.

Totally agree with you! REPS

Perfectly put, Welsh. You wouldn't parade around outside in your skivvies, but a bikini? Would you be comfortable with your wife or daughter doing it in front of a slew of guys? Does the fact that there are a hundred other nearly-naked chicks around make it somehow OK?

Yeah, I know, I seriously need to avoid this thread lol. It always amuses me that I'm the only chick who ever thinks women should dress modestly AT ALL TIMES; being at the beach isn't a license to lose your modesty.

Not trying to offend anyone, I love all of ya, so... I'm done!

 

[TanteBelle]

Do you think a woman who is after God heart it's appropriate to wear a bikini? I know there are some bikini's that do show your all your breasts but very few are like this. I'm not talking about a thing bikini or a skimpy one

To be quite frank, no! She doesn't have enough self respect to keep herself covered up and she's not showing much respect to those good blokes out there who are trying to do what is right.

And as someone else pointed out here; blokes should never wear speedos!!!!