Sunday Attire?

[webdog]

Actually, JDF has never specified what one ought to wear to church, just that it should be different than what one normally wears during the rest of the week and that it should show reverence.

So, JDF, what should a man wear to Sunday morning church service?

You are right, I just assumed the IFB dress code. Maybe he wears an astronaut suit as you can't get much closer to the third heaven than the second.

 

[pk4life]

You are right, I just assumed the IFB dress code. Maybe he wears an astronaut suit as you can't get much closer to the third heaven than the second.

Hold on now... we attend IFB services, and our pastor doesn't hold to a strict dress code.

:smilewinkgrin: just so yah know, not all are hung up on pure legalism

But... I do know whatcha mean, I grew up that way.

I heard my pastor father, and my mother, talk down about peoples attire all the time. It's sad, really. The amount of time it has taken me to unlearn how to approach people, and start doing it in a truly Godly manner, is years and years after moving out of that house, and moving on from that church.

 

[InTheLight]

Pk4life = preacher's kid for life?

 

[jbh28]

But you did do it. I even quoted you doing it.

which post?

Because I've read your posts.

I love the fact that you get mad that I say you probably wouldn't be familiar with a given verse from the Bible but, when then, when I refer to it with a phrase specific to that verse, you have to ask me what verse it is, thus demonstrating that you're not familiar with it.

I didn't get mad. I simply made an observation that you thought I was unfamiliar with the Bible I asked what you meant by a phrase. I know what verse you are referring to.(and even if I wasn't familiar with one verse, doesn't mean that I'm not failure with the Bible. Again, a totally uncalled for response again from you. That's why I asked because you have no clue as to what my church teaches.

 

[pk4life]

Pk4life = preacher's kid for life?

yeah, it never goes away, :laugh:

 

[Earth Wind and Fire]

Hold on now... we attend IFB services, and our pastor doesn't hold to a strict dress code.

:smilewinkgrin: just so yah know, not all are hung up on pure legalism

But... I do know whatcha mean, I grew up that way.

I heard my pastor father, and my mother, talk down about peoples attire all the time. It's sad, really. The amount of time it has taken me to unlearn how to approach people, and start doing it in a truly Godly manner, is years and years after moving out of that house, and moving on from that church.

:godisgood:

That's refreshing to hear...life after legalism! Thank you Jesus

 

[saturneptune]

Yeah, I don't believe you guys are the sharpest knives in the drawer, either.

So have you ever hit yourself with a hammer because it feels so good when you stop?

 

[Earth Wind and Fire]

So have you ever hit yourself with a hammer because it feels so good when you stop?

:applause:
ROFL! now there is an eye opener

 

[Salty]

So have you ever hit yourself with a hammer because it feels so good when you stop?

This belongs on the Political section!!

 

[sag38]

I understand. The Bible says the world will hate us, so your reactions really aren't a surprise.


Again, and I realize I'm using big words here, we're not talking about people who want to dress appropriately, but can't. We're talking about people who can but won't.


We're also not talking about people who have not yet been discipled and don't know any better.

Are you suggesting that you are so heavenly that you know the right way to dress and the rest of us don't? You are a Christian and the rest of us are worldly (in other words, "lost".) It is against the rules of this forum to make such accusations. Dude,you have a big chip on your shoulder. Pride comes before a fall and fall hard you will if you don't repent of such an attitude.*

Wow, I didn't know that disciplining someone involved teaching a man that he has to dress according to Johndeere's standards. Could you please show us the verse. You cannot use the books of I Opinions or II Traditions.

 

[Dr. Bob]

Our church asks for modesty. Occasionally some women/girls will wear a dress. Guess I don't care or notice.

Occasionally some man/boy will wear a shirt/tie or even sports coat. Rarely. Most of the time it is slacks and flannel shirt. Cowboy boots are as normal as sneakers.

And the pastor? (Me). I have worn a tie 5-6 times in 8 years. I wear banded collars a lot. But last Sunday I wore a lime-green polo shirt, tan dockers and sandals. I was dressed better or equal to all the men. Not a tie in the flock, much less a coat!

We are just thankful that folks love God, come to church (some drive 100+ each way to attend) to worship and not hung up on clothes. Modest. Clean.

 

[saturneptune]

Our church asks for modesty. Occasionally some women/girls will wear a dress. Guess I don't care or notice.

Occasionally some man/boy will wear a shirt/tie or even sports coat. Rarely. Most of the time it is slacks and flannel shirt. Cowboy boots are as normal as sneakers.

And the pastor? (Me). I have worn a tie 5-6 times in 8 years. I wear banded collars a lot. But last Sunday I wore a lime-green polo shirt, tan dockers and sandals. I was dressed better or equal to all the men. Not a tie in the flock, much less a coat!

We are just thankful that folks love God, come to church (some drive 100+ each way to attend) to worship and not hung up on clothes. Modest. Clean.

I like your outlook on this thread.

 

[Salty]

And the pastor? (Me). I have worn a tie 5-6 times in 8 years. .

I miss the bow tie - just for ole time sakes, can you post a picutre?

We are just thankful that folks love God, come to church (some drive 100+ each way to attend) .

Thats a whole another issue

...to worship and not hung up on clothes. Modest. Clean.

We have established that modesty is a Biblical standard - but would James 2:3 pertain to clean clothes? a man who wears clothes out of style, a lady who has no ideal how to coordinate colors, ect, ect
Where do we draw the line?

I'm sure each one of us has a prejudice against somebody based on their dress.

How about - "Look at him - he wears a coat and tie each week." Are any of us guilt of that?

 

[Gregory Perry Sr.]

Insufficient Poll

Simple poll....how do you feel about what we should wear to church?

I was limited in my participation of the POLL because it didn't reflect enough options.
There is nothing wrong or unbiblical with blue jeans on men or denim skirts on women and there were no options that allowed either on ANY day. That said I do feel that, unless that is the best someone has available to wear, they should, as a matter of respect to God and His "house", wear better if possible to at least the Sunday service(s). I guess I'm just a bit "old school" in that regard. For me, these days, that would be a nice pair of dress slacks, a nice shirt and tie and some dress shoes. It tears me up to see kids and adults show up in sandals, shorts, with their shirt tails hanging out, etc. This ain't the beach or a movie....this is where we go to worship the holy God of Heaven! (or at least IT SHOULD BE) (stepping OFF my soapbox now...!)However, I will say there is no LAW that dictates such things and it is a blessing to have folk attend regardless of how they are dressed (unless they come naked:laugh.

Either way...I did participate in the few sections of the poll that I felt applied to me or that were relevant to my opinion on the matter.

Let me just say this....I think it is true that IF we went to work or school dressed like SOME dress these days when they go to church, we might be reprimanded, fired or sent home as being inappropriately "attired". Just something to think about. It is all about the HEART. I think it is generally true that what is on the "inside" is generally reflected (sooner or later) on the outside.

Bro.Greg:saint:

 

[InTheLight]

So JohnDeereFan is going to tell us that we are wrong when we suggest clothing that is appropriate for wear to church on Sunday yet after being asked to name what he thinks men should wear, he refuses.

 

[Earth Wind and Fire]

So JohnDeereFan is going to tell us that we are wrong when we suggest clothing that is appropriate for wear to church on Sunday yet after being asked to name what he thinks men should wear, he refuses.

OK ..... lets just drop it ITL. This bickering over dumb stuff is getting us nowhere. & I'm just as guilty for even encouraging it. & I dont care what anybody says, Im wearing a kilt to church.... :smilewinkgrin:

 

[webdog]

So JohnDeereFan is going to tell us that we are wrong when we suggest clothing that is appropriate for wear to church on Sunday yet after being asked to name what he thinks men should wear, he refuses.

If its like the other thread he is participating in with me, he will claim to have answered it...maybe even twice.:BangHead:

 

[JohnDeereFan]

If its like the other thread he is participating in with me, he will claim to have answered it...maybe even twice.:BangHead:

No, actually, each time I've been asked, I've stated that it isn't my responsibility to tell grown men how to dress.

But your usual tactic of slander and dishonesty is duly noted.

Now, if you don't mind, I'm going to go ahead and toss you in the rubbish bin of my ignore list.

 

[webdog]

No, actually, each time I've been asked, I've stated that it isn't my responsibility to tell grown men how to dress.

But your usual tactic of slander and dishonesty is duly noted.

Now, if you don't mind, I'm going to go ahead and toss you in the rubbish bin of my ignore list.

Dont tease me like that

You have no problem in telling men what not to wear. The hypocrisy can be cut with a chain saw!

And ftr, slander only applies when saying falsehoods about someone. I've proven to be quite accurate with your character.

 

[InTheLight]

OK ..... lets just drop it ITL. This bickering over dumb stuff is getting us nowhere. & I'm just as guilty for even encouraging it. & I dont care what anybody says, Im wearing a kilt to church.... :smilewinkgrin:

I read the entire thread yesterday and noted that JDF never once stated his opinion on what should be worn to church (except it should be different from what you wear during the week) while telling everyone else that they have wrong ideas.

But, I'll let it go....and I'm thinking wife beater tee shirt and cut-off jean shorts with baseball cap and flip-flops this Sunday. I don't wear that during the week.