1 Timothy 2:9-10 In like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

Growing up as a kid and well into my young adult years, I had the opportunity to observe my mother’s style of dress. She was very conservative! Her wardrobe consisted of beautiful sweaters, tailored skirts, and signature dresses that were either long or knee-length that hugged her petite figure while adding a nice touch of class. Nothing was to short, to tight, or to loose; instead, it was just perfect displaying her femininity, uniqueness, and her style of fashion. Wearing nylons and two inch heels completed and defined her outfits.

A woman’s style of dress reveals her inner character and it makes a strong statement of how she values herself as a lady. -Mae Lee Haymon

When I was younger, my parents would be the decision makers of my apparel selections and they would have the final say of what I could and could not wear. I had no complaints as I was very fortunate to have two parents who willingly and graciously purchased nice clothes for me.

However, at the age of 18 and mostly throughout my 20s into my early 30s, I decided to adopt my own fashion style and I purchased clothes that were appealing to me. There was a shift from my parents’ conservative values on clothing to a more trend-setting and provocative style of dress. I began buying and wearing low cut tops, sweaters, and dresses that revealed cleavage and mini skirts that showed a lot of leg. I wanted to fit in with the culture around me and be accepted by my peers and their friends. Well, my new fashion trend at the time brought unwanted attention. I started to attract men who were not so much interested in me as a person. In a sense, I liked the attention, but in the same token, it made me uncomfortable. Deep down inside, I wanted someone who would love me for me. You would think that I would change my style of dress, but I continued on until Jesus got a hold of my heart. Months following my rededication at age 33, the Lord began a transformation process which caused me to change my wardrobe selection. It wasn’t easy, but the Lord in His faithfulness was molding and shaping me into how to dress appropriately as a godly woman who represents Him well.

Ladies, I encourage you to dress modestly and respectfully as godly women who are Ambassadors for Christ. Older women, be an example to the younger women in the body of Christ. Younger women, be an example to younger girls, other youth, and your peers. Let your dress attire be well pleasing to the Lord. Don’t show cleavage, but show the love of Christ by wearing clothes that are honoring to the Lord. If you have sheer tops or items that expose your under garments, wear a cami or additional cover up tops underneath your blouse, shirts, etc. If your dresses are to short or skin tight making it uncomfortable or even impossible for you to sit down or bend over to pick something off the ground out of fear that your bottoms or undergarments will be exposed, please don’t wear it. Get rid of it, save up and go and buy Christ-centered, Spirit-filled, and born again clothes.

Ladies, the choices we make in the clothes we wear will either be characterized as a symbol of the world or as a sweet-smelling aroma of Christ. Each of us are a beautiful fragrance of our Lord sand Savior and He desires for us to represent Him well in all areas of our lives including our style of dress. He is our Bridegroom and as His wife, we should adorn ourselves with garments that reflect the heart of Jesus and the beauty of a virtuous woman.

Proverbs 31:22 She makes tapestry for herself; her clothing is fine linen and purple.