Comments on: Is Modesty Immaterial?

By: Joanna Wert

Joanna Wert — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:06:56 +0000

Liz,
I live in an Old Order Mennonite Community. Most of these folks, I believe, are simply living by the traditions of men. I have made this my ministry for the past 26 yrs.
They are open to Christian literature, which I share on a regular basis. I have friendly interaction with them.
I have considered the dress factor. If they are “more righteous” (in their own eyes) than me, what do I have to share?
I came to the conclusion, however, that to change my dress would profit nothing unless I am also going to give up electricity, cars, etc.
And so, I continue to be the best neighbor I can be while subtlely sharing my faith.
I think I am a mystery to them. They hear me talk of my relationship with Christ, my church, etc. They know I have seven children and homeschool. They even know we butcher, can, etc. But they also see all the “worldly” things.
It is a tough mission field, but my faith is in God. I can save no one.

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What I learned through (not) Losing It | From: The Little Pink House — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:25:50 +0000

[...] is a direct correlation between one’s figure size and one’s difficulty to maintain a heart of modesty. But just because I cover up more than “so-and-so” does not mean I am dressing [...]

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 04:29:31 +0000

I love the phrase “heart of modesty” in paragraph 4. That’s a great way to put it!

By: Emily

Emily — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:21:18 +0000

I agree with Joanna as well. The reactionary approach I’ve seen in many homeschool graduates is very disturbing.

By: Natasha

Natasha — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:25:51 +0000

wonderful post!