My mind was peaceful and happy till I noticed the gold rings glittering upon this sister’s fingers, and the large, showy earrings in her ears. I then observed that her bonnet was adorned with artificial flowers, and trimmed with costly ribbons.
Read moreThe Growing Acceptance of the Wearing of Jewelry: Is It A Heaven or Hell Issue?
There was once a time at least on the surface that you didn’t see our people adorned with jewelry, but things have changed!
Read moreThoughts on Cosmetics
Makeup can absolutely become an idol or a “fig leaf.” When the inside is empty or lacking, we have an intense need to change something on the outside, but many times we don’t recognize our heart needs to change first.
Read moreWhy My Fiancé and I Chose Not to Have Wedding Rings! (And What We Did Instead)
Tim and I discussed our convictions about jewelry and wedding rings early on in our friendship. Before we ever started our courtship, we shared a conviction not to wear jewelry of any kind, including rings (wedding rings or otherwise).
Read moreAdventist Adornment (part 2)
In the future we will be given mansions and crowns and a glorious existence. But today we are to humble ourselves under the mighty hand of God.
Read moreAdventist Adornment (part 1)
Peter and Paul both affirm the value of women having a meek and quiet “spirit” that beautifies the inner self as being a reason for choosing internal adornment over external adornment.
Read moreLittle Things That Bling
Does it matter if jewelry is worn as long as the wearer has a relationship with the Lord?
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