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“Let it Not Be the Outward Adorning”—A Reader Discussion on Jewelry and Make-up

Several of our readers have written in asking how we feel about jewelry and make-up. The world says this is neccesary to be beautiful. What does God say? We have been asked to have a reader discussion on it and after almost a year of prayer and waiting, we feel God’s blessing in pursuing this topic. We ask that you would prayerfully read the questions below and consider writing and sharing what you feel God has taught you. Please measure your beliefs to the Bible before writing and keep a loving, holy spirit in sharing.

We can’t have a discussion by ourselves! Please do write—we want to hear your comments and questions; we do not desire to have a one-sided, closed-minded discussion. Thank you so much!

• Does the Bible teach a standard of Godly dress or is it mainly up to each one of us how we prefer to dress?
• In the Old Testament women wore jewelry; is this true of saved sisters in the New Testament?
• Are we beautifying, making attractive, the gospel by wearing make-up and jewelry?
• What is the motive of the heart in putting on these things?
• Does putting on jewelry and make-up glorify God? Or is it a hindrance to God shining through us?
• If it has been your experience that God has convicted you of plainness, how have you dealt with the scorn and accusations of being a fanatic, etc. from others?

Other questions are welcome; we look forward to hearing from you and discussing this Bible subject!