I have seen this book/CD several times, but figured I didn't need it. I already know that as a Christian, I should seek to be modest.
women should adorn themselves in respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control. . .1 Timothy 2:9
I was talking to a friend about a problem we are having with our children. They know all about modesty and they are quick to point out when they see someone dressed immodestly. While we definitely want them to dress modestly themselves and protect their eyes, we also don't want them to ruin their witness by being judgmental.
My friend loaned me this CD and I was blown away. The main point is: modesty is not an issue of behavior, but it is an issue of the heart. We can dress modestly and still have the wrong heart, just as we can claim "Christian liberty" while wearing form-fitting shirts and skin-tight jeans. It's not about what we wear. It's about our heart. Is our heart's desire to draw attention to our bodies or to draw attention to the glory of God?
What I found very interesting is: the book was written for pastors and fathers. I'm sure you can guess that it is largely women who read it. But can you also guess whose attitude really needs to change in order for ladies to understand the importance of modesty? Their pastors and their fathers.
Think about it.
5 comments:
I am super anxious to read this book, I've heard such great reviews from it. I agree 100% with the attitude needing to come most of all from the fathers and husbands leading their families. I can't tell you how many times I've heard someone say "Well my dad says it's okay."
I think I'd like to read that one, too. I've seen it in certain catalogs so many times. I think hubby actually purchased it and I just haven't delved into it yet myself.
Thanks for the recommend and encouragement!
I'm sorry, I just couldn't get past "I was wrong".....
(I'm teasing you, of course. I do not think you are an arrogant know-it-all at all and I would hate for others to get that impression. But a little good natured teasing - could I pass that up?)
Thanks for sharing another insightful book review - I might pick this one up too :)
You're too sweet, Mahnken, but you ruin the joke w/ your parentheses.
LOL!
You know, I didn't want to put them, I knew you'd get it, but I just kept imagining all these Loyal Readers tearing into me, er, gently rebuking me, for my sharp words and poisonous thoughts....
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