I Deleted My Google+ Account for This

          Although, at the present time, I do not fully understand why, God has been sending me messages about modesty. Through a blogger I read one woman's side of the issue; through the book Worldliness I heard C.J. Mahaney's perspective. In the chapter entitled "God, My Heart, and Clothing" there are young men's personal accounts of their struggles in the war on lust. One college student said the following:

I'm thankful God has created me to be attracted to women; however, campus is a loaded minefield... To make it through the day unscathed, I have to be actively engaging my mind - praying, quoting Scripture, listening to worship music, or looking at the sidewalk. Many days it takes all four to be safe (Worldliness, p. 126).

Wow! Many days. Not just some days. Now there's a college student who is out to win the war. It is evident in the way that he fights his battles.
          Here is another excerpt from a different young man:

When women that I'm friends with dress immodestly, it definitely has a negative effect on our friendship. When a woman dresses immodestly, it doesn't make it easy to see her as a sister in Christ. There's a constant battle going on as I'm talking with her... When women dress modestly, it's attractive and it makes me want to hang out with them more. I think modesty is so attractive and helpful in friendships because it makes it easier for a friendship to be centered around God and for fellowship to be unhindered (Ibid. p. 128).

          Now, I could go on and on with other quotes from different books I've read and courses I've taken on this issue, but that really isn't necessary. It is critical that every woman in the church realizes that every man, outside and inside the church, struggles with lust. (Women outside the church need to realize this too, but they must first receive the gospel).
          In case there is any chance of a Christian woman reading this blog entry, I will say this: godly men don't want to hide your beauty. The human body is a wonderful thing, but it is our own sinfulness that creates shame and lust. Thank you so much - and by "so much" I mean more than I can describe - to all of you who are such wonderful examples of godliness in the way you dress. Your sanctification seen in the way you dress is more beautiful than any dress, shirt, or swimsuit could ever compare to.