Have you ever in the first five seconds of temptation, demanded of your mind that it look steadfastly at the crucified form of Jesus Christ? Picture this. You have just seen a peek-a-boo blouse inviting further fantasy. You have five seconds. “No! Get out of my mind! God help me!” Now, immediately, demand of your [...]
Christian Modesty
The Right, Lawful, and Holy Use of Apparel by William Perkins
What is the right, lawful, and holy use of apparel? Answer: In the use of apparel, two things are to be considered: the preparation of it, when it is to be worn; and the wearing, when it is prepared. SECTION I In the right preparation of our apparel, two rules are propounded in Scripture, for [...]
Discussion On Apparelling by James Durham
Besides these things that are more general in folks carriage, there is somewhat further in our clothing and diet, which is to be spoken to here, seeing in these we ought to be Christian, sober, grave, &c.; and in nothing do our lightness, vanity, (as we ordinarily use to call people vain from their apparel), [...]
