God compared Babylons downfall to a womans shame in having her nakedness exposed, when she bares her leg and uncovers her thigh (Isaiah 47:1-3). Many times what we wear helps to mold their expectations as well as our own. Furthermore, the ways in which womens pants are distinguished from mens pants are very minor. When does clothing, hair arrangement, and functional jewelry become extravagant, excessively ornamental, or unreasonably expensive? If clothing is modest and if there is a clear differentiation between male and female, the precise style of clothing in a particular culture is not important. God was concerned about modesty of dress in a day when even exposing the upper leg was considered immodest. Answer. . Wight stated, As a rule, Jewish men did not indulge in extravagance of dress, and there was little ornamentation among them. While Apostolic Pentecostals' standards regarding women's attire and hair are more noticeable, they do have standards to which men must adhere as well. Outward ostentation is not in keeping with a prayerful and devout attitude. (4) It is a shame for a man to pray with long hair or for a woman to pray with short hair. Satan delights to cause immodest exposure of the body. So if I am living a life that speaks of opposing Gods standards for His people, what kind of Christian am I truly being? * Deuteronomy 22:5 really means a woman should not wear a soldiers clothing and vice versa. This objection alleges that the Hebrew word for man in this verse should be rendered soldier. The word is geber instead of the more common wordish. We must ask what practices of the time concerned God enough for Him to inspire this passage. The feminist movement is certainly aware of this; they promote the wearing of pants as part of their liberation. Feminist Susan Brownmillers recent book Femininity holds that femininity is a nostalgic tradition of imposed limitations and that women who adopt a feminine style are trapped.12 As part of her revolt against the God-given distinction between male and female, she stopped wearing dresses and skirts altogether. . Would He wear it? INDIANA BIBLE COLLEGE | INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA, To Download the Entire Article, Outline, or PowerPoint, Click Here. We should not spend excessive time on the external, but should emphasize what God emphasizes. * As the preceding discussion indicates, our dress is an important statement to God. . Other people know us by our fruit (Matthew 7:16-20), which means our entire lifestyle, including actions and appearance. I was shocked at the subtle change in their conduct and the con-duct of men towards them. * Ultimately, ungodly dress styles have a profound impact on society as a whole. .. 74-75. In accordance with the explicit teaching of I Timothy 2:9 and I Peter 3:3, we do not wear extremely expensive or extravagant clothing. Verse 9 draws a parallel with verse 8 by saying in like manner. Verse 8 teaches men to put away certain unholy things and acquire certain contrasting holy things, while verse 9 does the same for women. The above article Scriptural Teaching on Adornment and Dress is written by David Bernard. Why dont you cut your hair? Dont let the world around you squeeze you into its own mold (Phillips). The answer may vary somewhat depending on culture, society, station in life, and occasion. * Deuteronomy 22:5 does not apply to is today. This objection points to other teachings in the same chapter, such as the prohibition on plowing with an ox and a donkey together (verse 10), the prohibition on mixing wool and linen together in one garment (verse 11), and the instruction to wear fringes on garments (verse 12). Here are some questions to consider in making this evaluation: *What is my motive for wearing it? Gods character never changes, and neither does His love for righteousness or hatred of sin. Regardless of how old we are, we never stop learning. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1979), p. 156. And that she has power on her head because of the angels. : By the author, 1976), p. 27. * If Christians should not wear gold and jewels, why did God make them? Having uncut hair is a sign of submission to God, and gives them "power." This concept is tied together with a whole litany of "holiness standards" that women have to meet in order to be considered saved, and members in good standing in these churches. Perhaps it's high time we evaluate this tradition in light of scripture, rather than dividing the Church over opinion. 12John Leo, The Comeback of Womanly Wiles, Time Magazine, January 30, 1984, p. 82. Those articles of clothing which are one step away from nuditysuch as bikinis, miniskirts, shorts, and halter topsmust be considered immodest. We must not only be right in the sight of God, we must appear right in the sight of all mankind (Romans 12:17; II Corinthians 8:21). This passage tells us that if a woman refuses to wear a covering. Hey, ladies! He points out the early church's interpretation regarding Paul's use of komo () and kme () is uniform! It doesn't really bother me to shave once a day, but having to shave twice is too much. Should we take the teachings of Jesus more seriously than those of Paul? Sproul Christianity Is every part of the Bible inerrant? Even gold itself or gold colored metal can possibly have other functional uses such as in watches, glasses, and teeth. So did Elizabeth Rice Handford in Your Clothes Say It For You, teaching that women should have long, uncut hair while men should have short hair. . . We personally do not wear wedding rings because: (1) They are uncomfortably close to other types of jewelry that we avoid based on the New Testament prohibition against wearing gold, pearls, and costly array. After Moses interceded for them, God spared their lives but announced He would not go with them to Canaan. The Bible contains a number of examples that illustrate the problems we have discussed. She herself may be affected by what she wears. They were considered so much a part of those who wore them that they not only told who and what they were, but were intended as external symbols of the individuals innermost feelings and deepest desires and his moral urge to represent God aright. We can see this by the use of special dress for religious ceremonies, festive occasions, mourning, and repentance. Soon, however, the humor, behavior of the women, and comments of the men became bold and suggestive. 6 For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered. If a woman wants to, she can display her body immodestly and act seductively even in the most modest of dresses. And every woman who prays or prophesies with no covering of hair on her head dishonors her headshe is just like one of the shorn women. If a woman has no covering, let her be for now with short hair, but since it is a disgrace for a woman to have her hair shorn or shaved, she should grow it again. Do they see it as inconsistent with the Bibles stand and my own stand against ornamentation in general? However, this verse does not say God approves of sinful or ungodly appearance, but that He does not evaluate someone by outward beauty or lack of beauty. . Some minor aspects of ornamentation are allowable since they do not highlight sexuality (as makeup does) or extravagance (as jewelry does), are not condemned by Scripture (as both makeup and jewelry are), and are considered standard attire. (5) The few passages that do mention jewelry in a favorable light are symbolic of blessings or spiritual treasures and do not endorse personal ornamentation (Proverbs 1:9; 25:12; Song of Solomon 5:14-15; Ezekiel 16:11-13; Malachi 3:17). Care should be taken to dress appropriately for the culture and occasion. Now I know that some of you think I am taking my liberty here with the meaning of shorn. They often braided into their hair strands of pearls and silk cords with gold coins attached. There seems to be no clear way to distinguish a finger ring from an earring, a nose ring, or a bracelet. * There was little difference between male and female clothing in the Old Testament. .but to maintain the sanctity of that distinction of the sexes which was established by the creation of man and woman. Long Hair!Check it out in today's video!!! We emphasize simplicity and functional use for things which have a valid purpose other than ornamentation, such as hairstyles and clothes. 13 Judge in yourselves: is it comely that a woman pray unto God uncovered? Per-fume helps to mask, eliminate, and replace unpleasant body odors caused by bacterial activity and perspiration. "Kome" is the Greek noun translated "hair" in the phrase "for her hair is given her for a covering" (v. 15). 8 For the man is not of the woman: but the woman of the man. . (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1980), p. 241. It still teaches a distorted value system as much as always. The primary reason Christian women choose to wear head coverings during worship is to adhere to the Holy Tradition of the Church. Also, be sure to stop by our prayer wall. Women should not wear attire that is distinctively male, which for Western clothing means trousers, slacks, or pants. Where did they get this jewelry originally? Find Out More Herehttps://youtu.be/STmfJOFzaYs//////////////////// Contact Me Here:Email - Contact@Yapa238.com The Subject of This Video:Apostolic standards for women Attribution:Smile - Lakely Inspired Solomon warned young men to avoid the immoral woman, who would use painted eyelids as one of her seductive techniques. ), The Pulpit Commentary, V, 355. Women are warned that to cut their hair is to bring themselves to misery and regret. * The Bible speaks favorably of perfume in the Song of Solomon. In any event, convenience is a poor excuse for violating the Word of God. Here are two of my super quick go-to/easy top buns for everyday wear or when I'm running late for church. For I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content (Philippians 4:11). 14 of The Tyndale New Testament Commentaries (1957), pp. However, we reject the notion that it takes cosmetics to make a woman attractive. Most of these objections can be found in Woodrow. William Gesenius, Hebrew and Chaldee Lexicon to the Old Testament Scriptures, Samuel Tregelles (trans.) In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broiled hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array (I Timothy 2:9). By her actions and looks she manifests pride, vanity, and a desire to be seen and noticed. Through the Holy Spirit, we have power to live a holy life in a way that Old Testament saints did not. A girl who always wears dresses can learn how to conduct herself modestly in most activities. We desire to make a consecration to God in this area, after Old Testament examples. Other translations of this verse elaborate upon its meaning: Do not live according to the fashions of the times (Norlie). The Bible frequently associates jewelry with aproud attitude, an immoral lifestyle, or pagan worship. Pretty much, Apostolic standards for women! The majority of scholars hold that verses 4-7 refer to a literal veil or covering of cloth. To be modest, shame-faced, and sober is the opposite of wearing gold, pearls, elaborately ornamented hair, and costly clothing. However, no major translation has adopted this reading. Arguably, they could have a functional use far more significant than any ornamental use. He proves, citing example after example, there . * Immodest clothing, jewelry, and makeup cater to the pride of life, the third major area of worldliness. Christians are called to live a life holy and acceptable unto God, which is our reasonable service (Romans 12:1). We reject extreme luxury and ostentation in all areas of life. We must never use dress to promote immodest conduct, and no degree of external modesty can cover up an immodest, lustful spirit. Jewelry, makeup, and very expensive clothing are poor investments. Pentecostal Christianity has more than 700 denominations. Things like: Posted on June 23, 2012 by passionatepentecostal. This is a respectable position as demonstrated by a footnote in the New International Version of the Bible, which offers the following alternative translation of verses 4-7: Every man who prays or prophesies with long hair dishonors his head. We must carefully evaluate their use if we use them at all. * Our dress reflects what we truly are inside. Protestant theologian Rousas Rushdoony has said, A fifth aspect of holiness has reference to dress. . * Our culture now accepts the use of makeup; the negative connotations of makeup no longer exist. Perhaps society does not associate makeup with harlotry as it used to, but does this mean God no longer thinks of those associations? Cutting the hair off symbolized disgrace, mourning, and glory departed. So no matter how much is cut it is as if she is shaven. If we want to please God and godly people, we will not concentrate on ornamentation of the body but on that of spirit. They give honor to the flesh, which actually contains no good thing (Romans 7:18), instead of giving honor to things of true value, such as good works and beauty of spirit, which can only come by Gods grace. (4) There is no evidence for them in the New Testament; in fact, some maintain that they are pagan in origin. In cold weather, women can dress as warmly as men by using hose, stockings, leotards, long skirts, or leg warmers. If. He has asked us through His word to present our bodies, yes that includes our hair, as a sign of our separation from the world to show that we are true believers and followers of His word. Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shone unto him? In that day the Lord will take away the finery: the jingling anklets, the scarves, and the crescents; the pendants, the bracelets, and the veils; the headdresses, the leg ornaments, and the head-bands; the perfume boxes, the charms, and the rings; the nose jewels, the festal apparel, and the mantles; the outer garments, the purses, and the mirrors; the fine linen, the turbans, and the robes (Isaiah 3:16-23, NKJV). Rings are undoubtedly a form of jewelry. We seek to be decent, chaste, and proper in dress, specifically avoiding immodest exposure of the body before someone of the opposite sex (other than ones spouse). Most of them encourage their members to dress and live modestly, but do not have specific teachings about hair and skirts. . (2) Crowns, chains, and bands (KJV bracelet) were used to signify royalty or high official position (Genesis 41:42; II Samuel 1:10; Daniel 5:29). When a girl first begins to wear makeup and to dress immodestly there is often an observable change in her spirit. Hair adornments such as barrettes and hair pins are typically expected to be simple and functional. Ralph Woodrow, Womens Adornment: What Does the Bible Really Say? Another time the Israelites captured much jewelry from the Midianites, and again they offered it all to God (Numbers 31:50-54). When David saw Bathsheba bathing, he yielded to the temptation to commit adultery (II Samuel 11:1-5). Though you clothe yourself with crimson, Though you adorn yourself with ornaments of gold, Though you enlarge your eyes with paint, In vain you will make yourself fair; Your lovers will despise you; They will seek your life (Jeremiah 4:30, NKJV). Well, I am glad you asked! Are these laws void? Jesus recognized this problem, for He said it was possible to commit adultery with the eyes only (Matthew 5:28). Do not be conformed to this worldthis age, fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs (Amplified). Perfume has always been considered part of a chaste, modest womans attire in a way that makeup has not. No Jewelry4.) Chapter 8 will present historical teaching on the subject of adornment and dress and will conclude our discussion of the subject. 11:15, that "hurdle" does not leave the meaning ambiguous. * Pants are made in womens styles today, so they do not violate Deuteronomy 22:5. Even if we accepted this objection, it would not permit women to wear many things that they do such as mens jeans and military fatigues. Apostolic Pentecostals generally discourage women from wearing any form of cosmetics, especially colored makeup. A: "Apostolic" refers to the apostles, the earliest followers of Jesus who were sent out to spread the Christian faith. Using a pleasant smell is the same as using a pleasant color in makeup. This objection ignores the evidence of Scripture itself. INDIANA BIBLE COLLEGE | INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. 11 Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. Compared to vision, smell plays a very minor part in sensory precept ion and in stimulation of thought life. The Christian Post: More Than 1 in 4 Christians are Pentecostal, Charismatic. Hair arrangement also has other functions such as neatness and convenience. * Godly people in the Old Testament used jewelry. To a limited extent this is true; however, we must keep in mind these points: (1) From Old Testament to New Testament God has progressively revealed more and more of His perfect will for His people. What kind of witness am I to a world that is lost and dying? Do I wear it out f pride, show, a desire to be noticed, a desire to provoke envy? It is as though she has shaven (cut) her hair. Why is it important for Christians to maintain holiness in outward appearance? But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. Judahs signet and bracelet was actually a seal with its cord (Genesis 38:18, NKJV and NIV). R.C. Women in the Apostolic Pentecostal Church wear long dresses and do not cut their hair, according to Synan. Since the primary effect of makeup is to highlight sex appeal, we reject makeup as immodest. Whether youre studying times tables or applying to college, Classroom has the answers. We become what we think upon and spend time upon. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright APOSTOLIC INFORMATION SERVICE, Secret to Church Growth by Tim Massengale, Church Growth Must be Intentional by Tim Massengale, Faith Goal Setting Only Works When You Do It By Tim Massengale, Home Bible Study Success By Tim Massengale, Relationship Evangelism by Tim Massengale, Key Elements of Church Growth by Tim Massengale. 01 distinction between male and female, taught by nature ;is well as other scriptural passages. These things can still be used in Gods service and for our pleasure, particularly in the life to come. God desires for His people to display the spirit of holiness in outward appearance. . As Fred Wight stated, Peter and Paul condemned an elaborate braiding of womens hair. What you wear affects your performance. 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