Christian modesty across denominations is typically enforced by saying it helps keep men from temptation. Men are visual creatures, more prone to lust, God made men attracted to women, so cover up those bodies, ladies. Don't be a stumbling block!
That reason has been pounded into women for decades to the point where it isn't even really heard anymore. Thus, so many women have gone their own way and told men to control themselves.
However, let us step away from our brothers for a bit. Modesty is still important! Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater!
Did you know that we should dress modestly as women for our sisters?
Yes!
We can be a stumbling block for our sisters in Christ by dressing immodestly, showing off our flesh, our physical beauty and "assets."
It's a harsh world out there for women. It makes it even more harsh when a woman flaunts her body. I admit, it is very hard for me to feel beautiful before my husband when we've been assaulted by half-naked women just going grocery shopping. It tempts a woman to envy, covetousness, and dissatisfaction with herself. Yes, we are in control of ourselves, but we are also responsible for how we cause issues for our fellow human beings.
If you are sick of the whole "don't cause men to lust" argument about dressing modestly and just wish men would keep their eyeballs to themselves, please consider our fellow women. We go through so many changes in life. So many fears and issues, discomforts and insecurities. It really would go a long way to helping our struggling sisters if we just dressed with decency and dignity. It levels the field, so to speak. It takes the focus off of our body parts and onto our humanity. It encourages the unsure, the awkward, the confused, the complacent to know that it is ok and beautiful to dress well, to cover up.
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