I agree that for the most part standards are a conversation starter. It can open up great doors and can also close them at the same time. I have seen it. Though it is not the case all the time it does happen more than what one might think.
I think the reason there is criticism from those that do not follow standards/dresscode is because the people feel that they were taken advantage of by the men and women that led them. Also, people that have chose not to follow the dress code also catch criticism from those that still follow them. "You left the truth, " stuff like that. I am one that used to adhere to the dresscode but do not now. I do think that there are yokes that are placed on saints that are unneeded. But the real truth is someone has to accept that lifestyle or they are virtually preached at on Sundays (at most churches). I do not scorn anyone that believes they are essential to salvation, though I do not agree with them at all.
...I'm blessed. My pastor doesn't preach on Sundays on things like ladies dress... he teaches on it maybe once a year in a Bible study...
I don't know many clothesline preachers in our area... I do understand there are some out there who preach more about women's clothing than they do about the plan of salvation... or so it seems. That's a shame.
I'm sure this pastor is wishing he hadn't have cast his pearls before swine...
The world today is out for Christian blood... of any denomination.
__________________ Mrs. LPW
Psalm 19:14
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
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