An Instant Witness....

One of the amazing things about wearing a headcovering 

is the instant witness it gives to those around us.  

I am convicted to wear my headcovering during all 

waking hours.  So when I am out shopping - yes - I am 'covered'.

 Recently at a shoe store... a young male employee came up to me and wished me a good evening - 

wondering how I was and if I had had a good day.  

I assured him I did have a good day and inquired of his as well.  

I was pleasantly surprised when he responded that it was a 

good day to be with his Creator.  I had to smile.  

We went on to have a brief and pleasant chat - 

realizing that we were both choosing to live for Jesus. 

I am fully convinced this young man approached me 

in the manner he did and shared the things he did 

because of my headcovering and modest dress.  

They instantly speak 'daughter of the King' or someone of faith 

and may give someone else an opportunity to 'give witness' as well.

Obedience has many blessings - a good testimony is one of them!

My friends fabric shopping - or 'being a witness' in Walmart :)

 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season... 2 Timothy 4:2a 

Be a bright witness in this dark world ~Joyce

Linking to

An Awesome Modesty Video...

This video offers some of the best I've seen/heard 

easy-to-listen-to teaching on the subject of modesty. 

It includes biblical thoughts on what modesty looks like and why.

(used with permission)

Disclaimer - When I share from another ministry - I am not necessarily
endorsing every aspect or doctrine of that ministry.


May we have ears to hear ~ Joyce

Veil or Long Hair?

As some persons read I Corinthians 11:1-16 (see side bar) - 

they conclude that the head covering referred to is long hair.  

I, on the other hand, believe a separate veiling is called for.  

Since I keep my posts short - here are my top 5 reasons for why 

I believe a separate cloth covering is the head covering. 

1.  The whole text - including it's praying and prophesying 
references - indicates something that can be taken on and off.

2.  Paul was very literate.  There was no reason for him to 
beat around the bush.  If he meant to say - 'every woman who 
prays...without long hair dishonors her head...' - 
he could have said that.  Or he could have said
 'Is it proper...to pray without long hair?' (verse 13) - 
but he didn't say it that way either.  
Instead - he refers to being covered and uncovered.

3.  Church history shows us that a separate head covering 
of some sort is what was understood and worn.
 (Incidentally, the evidence is pretty overwhelming...)

Source

 4.  The Greek word translated long hair in verse 15 

is completely different than the Greek word used for

 covered in the previous verses of the chapter.

5.  There are modern day testimonies of evil being 

thwarted as a result of a woman having her head 

covered by a separate veil....too many to ignore!  

(Some of these will appear in future posts I'm sure.)

Let's keep praying and seeking the Spirit's leading.  
I love you in Jesus! ~Joyce

Modesty and Special Occasions...

Modesty - does it apply to special events such as weddings, formal dinners, graduations, etc?  A similar question might be - 'As a Christian, are there some times in scripture when God say it's OK to not love your neighbor?'  Neither mandate has an exception clause.  But I do understand that it can be hard to find modest 'dressy' gowns and dresses.   May I offer a few suggestions (you may have more!)....

1.  Wear a pretty lacy shrug or wrap to help cover what would otherwise be 'bare'.  

2.  Layer something pretty underneath- sometimes this is an attractive option.

3.  Shop a thrift store for something vintage that would still look cute by today's standards (sometimes vintage is more modest).

4.  Sew your own or have it made.  (often times - formal wear is more simple with straighter lines anyway - easier sewing!)  This sweet gal (who happens to be the daughter of a friend of mine)...

 

...is just adorable in her handmade turquoise gown.   All it took was some pretty fabric - a seamstress friend - some pretty lace and I think she's just as cute as a button!  (Oh to be that young and beautiful!)

Let's honor the Lord with our bodies in every occasion of life.

With the Spirit's help -we can stay the course ~Joyce 

 

Linking to Modest Monday 

Interesting Artist Rendering...

Today I stumbled upon the artwork and story of child prodigy sensation Akiane.  I cannot vouch for her faith or experiences - nor am I trying to.  But I did find something interesting....  

Akiane began drawing at the age of 4.  She claims to have seen visions and dreams with something akin to visits to heaven.   Her drawing started as a way to convince her mother of the things she was 'seeing'. (Her mother was an atheist and Akiane had not been taught any kind of Christian faith.) 

Now what I found interesting is how Akiane - at the age of 11 -  portrayed a young girl in prayer...

Source

 It would seem instinctively that she knew or felt led to depict the subject with a veiled head.  How about that?  Akiane may not even know why she did it - but it lines right up with bible teachings and blesses my heart.

You can go to her website that I linked above and see more about her.  I hope

 she develops a strong truly biblical and Christian faith and can be a bold

 witness for Jesus as the only Way to heaven.  From what I've perused on her site - 

 it seems she is still learning in this area.   May God shield her and guide her.

Sometimes we need a child to lead us ~ Joyce

Sewing For Modesty...

Lately I've been frustrated with my tired wardrobe -
 so I decided I would try to actually make something (it's been years!)   
I don't consider myself a seamstress - so this was a simple effort.  
If I can do it - I'm thinking most everyone can.  
Sewing is a great way to gain modest clothing for your closet.  
(Shopping at the malls can be a real challenge!)

  I had a simple skirt in my closet (the plum piece on the left below) 

I used as a pattern.  But first - I needed some fabric.  

These were my 'on hand' viable options.  I loved that brown daisy 

dotted swiss - but decided against it in case I messed up. 

 The red teeny gingham fabric is actually vintage curtain panels - 

so I had some ripping to do to get enough fabric.

Isn't it adorable?

Essentially - I just laid the skirt onto the fabric and cut it a 

little larger on each side.  Just 2 side seams folks! 

I did this times 2 - because I added a lining.  

(Out of old solid cream curtains I found for almost nothing!)

I wanted to mimic the drawstring waist of the original skirt.  To form the ties - 

I just eyeballed it and folded the fabric onto itself to cut a straight line...

It worked!...

 My original skirt was almost maxi length with a plain hem.  

I chose a slightly shorter version and added a ruffle.  

   This would be me - slightly graying hair and all.  

I love how green it is outside right now - 
we've had lots of gentle spring rains.

I think I'm gonna love this skirt. And it cost well under $5.

And who knows?  I might do me some more sewing!
(Need to work at making some peasant blouses.  Cute modest shirts are hard to find!)

Linking to Modest Monday