The Dos and Don'ts of Fashion as a Christian

The responsibility on Christians is not just for the relaying the gospel to the world in need of it, it also has to d with our representation of God the author and the finisher of the good news.

Ken Franklin in an interview in one of his visits to  nigeria in the past stated that our problem as christians is in not representing enough. A cue from Christ's earthly is in how consistently represent te father in all he did.

In this age of liberty without boundary, it is important to know that Christianity is more than a religion but a way of life that holistically represents God.

Valerie G. Lowe in the article "The Dos and Don'ts of Fashion as a Christian" advised that "you don't have to take your style cues from the world or legalistic saints". She gave the following tips as help to believers in defining the boundary of their fashion sense:

DO: Wear fashionable, modest clothing. The Bible doesn't say you have to look like a prude.

DON'T: Wear form-fitting, tight clothes. By doing so you cause others to take their eyes off God to look at you.

DO: Wear clothes that complement your body type. Look for clothing stores that carry styles with your figure in mind.

DON'T: Expose flesh that should be reserved for your mate's eyes only. This means covering cleavage so you aren't tempting someone of the opposite sex. Don't let your underwear peek out of pants or tops.

DO: Wear clothes that represent your God-given sense of personal style.

DON'T: Let people convince you that it's wrong to wear certain colors. Remember, God made the rainbow!

DO: Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to help you select clothing that honors Him.

DON'T: Allow a church's or denomination's set of legalistic, unbiblical rules (such as "no pants" or "no short hair") create an atmosphere of spiritual bondage for you.

I love these and sincerely believe that it will help many who are confused to align their fashion sense with Christian obligation of representing God. May His name not be blasphemed in the world because of you.